Academic Programs
Cosmetology, Diploma
Overview
Students receive theory as well as practical experience in hair, skin, and nail care through classroom study, demonstrations and practical experience in the campus clinic. Some areas of study include safety and sanitation, customer service, and job seeking skills. Upon successful completion of hours and quota requirements mandated by the Minnesota Board of Cosmetologists Examiners, students must also take a written and a skills certification test for licensure. Some of the opportunities include salon owner, salon manager, stylist, hair colorist, nail technician, esthetician, manufacturer's representative, state board inspector, just to name a few.
Locations
Jackson, Pipestone
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| First Semester | ||
| COSM 1100 | Preclinic Introduction | 4 |
| COSM 1105 | Preclinic Hair Care | 4 |
| COSM 1110 | Preclinic Nail Care | 4 |
| COSM 1115 | Preclinic Color & Texture | 4 |
| COSM 1120 | Preclinic Skin Care | 4 |
| Credits First Semester | 20 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| COSM 1135 | Salon Preparation | 3 |
| COSM 1145 | Clinic II | 4 |
| COSM 1160 | Clinic V | 4 |
| COSM 1165 | Clinic VI | 3 |
| COSM 1175 | Clinic VIII | 3 |
| COSM 1181 | License Prep. for Cosmetology I | 2 |
| Credits Second Semester | 19 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| COSM 1130 | Advanced Hair Care | 3 |
| COSM 1140 | Clinic I | 4 |
| COSM 1150 | Clinic III | 4 |
| COSM 1155 | Clinic IV | 3 |
| COSM 1170 | Clinic VII | 3 |
| COSM 1182 | License Prep. for Cosmetology II | 2 |
| Credits Third Semester | 19 | |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 58 |