Cosmetology - Available at all three campuses

Cosmetology is a two-year course offering instruction and practical experience in the skills and theory necessary for employment as a hair designer, nail technician or full-service cosmetologist. This includes care of the hair, skin, nails and all other related services. You’ll find the CTE Program laboratory equipment identical to that found in a modern salon. 

Cosmetology students are required to complete 1,000 hours of instruction. Successful completion of the program qualifies you to take the New York State Cosmetology Licensing Exam.

In order to meet the required 1,000 hours of instruction, students must attend a six-week, 150-hour summer training program following the completion of their first year.  

Course Content:

• Introduction to Cosmetology & Hair Shaping/Manicuring & Hair Styling    
• Facials & Permanent Waving/Introduction to Hair Coloring & Straightening    
• Advanced Hair Shaping/Skin & Nail Care
• Barbering Techniques, Mustache & Beard Design
• Chemical Services/State Board Preparation & Business Management    
• Summer School (6 weeks)

Program Considerations:

• Be able to maintain confidential information
• Be able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
• Be able to process geometry, ratios, decimals, percentages and measurements accurately
• Have excellent eye/hand coordination
• Have strong reading and comprehension skills
• Behave safely around sharp equipment and and potentially hazardous chemicals

Special Clothing/Materials Needed:
Professional smock, all-leather shoes, appropriate uniform pants, student cosmetology kit and nail kit (purchased through the school)

Related College Studies:

• Two-year Esthetician/Skin Care Specialist
• Two-year Business or Fashion Merchandising degree
• Four-year Cosmetic Chemist degree
• Four-year Fashion & Retailing Management degree
• Advanced Training for Nail Technician

Articulation Agreements With:

• Atelier Esthetique Institute
• Corning Community College
• Finger Lakes School of Massage

Integrated Academic Credits (over two years):

• English (1 credit)
• Science (1 credit)

      

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