Cosmetology Course Information
The Cosmetology program offers three years of study for students who are interested in learning all the secrets used to create artistic hair styles, haircuts, colors, and perming techniques. Students will also learn how to care for their nails, skin and to apply make-up products, by learning how to give esthetic treatments, and by choosing the best professional beauty products to use for themselves and others.
In grade 10, students can choose from four 3 credits courses. Students need a minimum of 3 credits from grade 10 in either the Cos. 101 or Cos. 102 courses to advance to the Cos. 200 level and then the Cos. 300 level.
Cosmetology 101 - 3 credits
No prerequisite (note: students are required to pay an additional fee for course materials)
This course will introduce the students to basic hair styling tools and techniques used to create a variety of hair styles with thermal styling, braiding designs, shampoos, roller sets and comb outs. These are just some of the techniques taught in this course. Students will also learn about professional hair care products that they can use for their own hair and scalp care needs.
Cosmetology 102 - 3 credits
No prerequisite (note: students are required to pay an additional fee for course materials)
This course will teach the student how to care for their hands and nails. Students will be taught how to give a basic manicure with massage manipulations, and learn how to create nail art designs. They will also learn to give a facial treatment and do a make-up application while gaining a better understanding of professional skin care and make-up products.
Cosmetology 103 - 3 credits
Prerequisite: Cosmetology 101
This course is intended for students who would like to develop more skills in hairstyling techniques by creating more classic and contemporary styles for long and short hair. Students will also learn the secrets of selecting the right hair style for themselves and others by studying hair artistry.
Cosmetology 104 - 3 credits
Prerequisite: Cosmetology 102
This course is for students who want to learn more about creating nail art designs, French manicuring, skin care and facials services. Included will be spa inspired treatments such as aroma therapy, reflexology, and air brush make-up applications.
A minimum of 3 credits from grade 10 Cosmetology is required before a student can take Cosmetology 201. This course is required before a student can advance to the 300 level of Cosmetology.
Grade 11 Cosmetology Courses
Cosmetology 201 -5 credits
Prerequisite: Cosmetology 101 or 102 (note: students are required to pay an additional fee for course materials)
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop skills and knowledge in hair cutting, hair coloring, and permanent waving. Students will continue to develop skills in shampooing, thermal styling, roller sets and comb outs on short and long hair. Students will receive not only their own scissors and manikin for hair cutting, but also extra combs, hair coloring kits, and perm rods.
Grade 12 Cosmetology Courses
Cosmetology 301, 302, 303, and 304 -5 credits each course
Prerequisite: Cosmetology 201 (note: students are required to pay an additional fee for course materials)
Students at the 300 level of Cosmetology will be prepared to provide clients with basic salon services, such as: shampoos and sets, haircuts, colors, highlights, and perms. Students will also learn how to give pedicures and hair removal services. Reception duties, product sales, and salon management are also included at the 300 level to prepare them for further training in an apprenticeship and salon employment.