Wednesday, September 08, 2010
 

Cosmetology

Cosmetology offers intensive, hands-on instruction using an advanced, integrated curriculum in academics, technical and workplace skills. Learn core skills, such as entrepreneurship, salon ecology/safety, general anatomy and chemistry. Technical skills include hair care and treatments, esthetician, nail technology, hair cutting, and hair coloring. Areas of study include:

Cosmetology
Esthetics (skincare)
Nail Technology

This is a regional cluster only offered at the Northeast Campus.

 

 


Helpful skills

  • Ability to work in group
  • Art and basic design
  • Basic computer skills
  • Basic math
  • Good communication skills
  • Good customer service
  • Problem-solving

Certifications
 State licensing required.

 College credit or articulation credit

  • Baker College
  • Ferris State University
  • Oakland Community College

Student Organizations

  • SkillsUSA

Equipment/uniforms needed
Students will be required to wear uniforms provided by the technical campus. A substantial equipment fee is required annually.

(Financial assistance for uniforms and equipment is available if needed.)

Career Options
Examples of careers in Cosmetology may include:

  • Cosmetologist
  • Salon Manager
  • Nail Care Specialist
  • Makeup Artist