Cosmetology - AAS
The Cosmetology program is a full-time program combining classroom theory with hands-on practice in the laboratory. The program is designed to provide qualified individuals the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, attitudes, and skills to obtain a degree or certificate verifying their competency in Cosmetology. Graduates of the Cosmetology program are eligible to take the Alabama State Board Examination for licensure as a cosmetologist.
Area I: Written Composition - 3 Credit Hours
Area II: Humanities and Fine Arts - 6 Credit Hours
Area III: Natural Sciences and Mathematics - 10 Credit Hours
Note: CIS 146, MTH 116 or higher, and a 4-credit hour science course are required.
Area IV: History, Social and Behavioral Sciences - 3 Credit Hours
Area V: Pre-professional, Major and Elective Courses - 45 Credit Hours
Major Core - 36 Credit Hours
| ACT 201 | Entrepreneurism | 3 |
| COS 111 | Introduction to Cosmetology | 3 |
| COS 112 | Introduction to Cosmetology Lab | 3 |
| COS 113 | Theory of Chemical Services | 3 |
| COS 114 | Chemical Services Lab | 3 |
| COS 120 | Hair Coloring Theory and Lab Combined | 3 |
| COS 121 | Basic Spa Techniques and Theory Lab Combined | 3 |
| COS 123 | Cosmetology Salon Practices | 3 |
| COS 143 | Specialty Hair Preparation Techniques | 3 |
| COS 144 | Hair Shaping and Design | 3 |
| COS 167 | State Board Review | 3 |
| SAL 133 | Salon Management Technology | 3 |
Electives - 9 Credit Hours
Institutional Requirements - 2 Credit Hours
Note: ORI 101 must be taken in the first semester. BSS 220 must be taken in the final semester.
Total Credit Hours: 69