Cosmetology

Program Description

Express your creativity and talent in hair, skin and nail care and makeup application. Our cosmetology course incorporates 1,800 hours of extensive hands-on learning to provide you a complete understanding of beauty and wellness. Upon completion, you’ll be ready to succeed as a licensed cosmetologist.

Introduction/Alpha Unit
You’ll start by learning the fundamentals of cutting, styling and chemical restructuring of hair; skin and nail care; makeup; and the related sciences. Lectures, demonstrations and workshops concentrate on developing skill and accuracy and reinforcing classroom knowledge. You’ll be introduced to retailing, client servicing and personal development skills. This unit also covers state safety requirements.

Beta Unit
Unlock your creativity as you explore the latest trends and techniques in hair cutting, styling, coloring, permanent waving and chemical restructuring. Time in the clinic allows you to become increasingly confident in your professional abilities, and you begin to learn vital employment and career-advancing skills such as successful interviewing and resume writing.

Gamma Unit/Salon Lifestyle
Get ready to launch your career with in-depth training in client service, time management, self-promotion, goal-setting, merchandising and entrepreneurship. Your speed, accuracy and concentration are now ready for the salon. You can demonstrate competency in all tasks required for the skill certification examination, and possess the theoretical knowledge you need to pass the written examination required by The Institute of Beauty and Wellness and the State of Wisconsin for licensure. It’s time to realize your dreams as a salon professional.

Course Hours
Theory/Classroom: 648 hours
Practical: 1,152 hours
Total: 1,800 hours

Daytime Class Schedule
52 weeks
Tuesday through Friday:
8:30am - 4:00pm
Saturday
9:00am - 4:00pm

 

Evening Class Schedule
92 weeks
Monday through Thursday
4:30pm - 9:30pm