Cosmetology - Capital Region Career & Technical School

Cosmetology from Capital Region Career & Technical School is a Campus Certificate Cosmetology degree that prepares you for a Vocational Programs career. The Cosmetology program at the Capital Region Career & Technical School teaches students the competencies and professional skills necessary to pass the New York State Board practical and written licensing exams. Only licensed cosmetologists may work in salons in New York State, and to sit for the licensing exam, they must complete a minimum of 1,000 hours of approved instruction. Students attend the Cosmetology program for two years, including a summer school session, to satisfy the hours requirement. Students engage in hands-on learning where theory is applied and skills and competencies are strengthened. A clinic open to members of the local community provides students with real life experience in their field. The program features integrated academics including English/language arts, applied math and science, and practical chemistry, for which some schools grant high school credit in addition to the career and technical program credit. Career opportunities: Cosmetology salon or school owner Platform artist Desairologist Electrologist Hair colorist/specialist Hair stylist Makeup artist or demonstrator Manicurist/nail technician Skin care specialist Product educator/demonstrator Salon manager Research technician Units of study: Bacteriology Decontamination and infection control Properties of the hair and scalp Shampooing, rinsing, conditioning Hair cutting and coloring Artistry in hair styling Thermal hair styling Wet hair styling Hair coloring Chemical hair relaxing and soft curl permanents Thermal hair pressing The artistry of artificial hair Manicuring The nail and its disorders Removing unwanted hair Cells, anatomy and physiology Electricity and light therapy Chemistry The salon business Integrated science (1st year students) Integrated English (2nd year students) Academic prerequisites: - 10th grade reading level - 8th grade math level Suggested prerequisites: - Ability to meet physical demands of profession - Ability to communicate - Good hand-eye coordination - Keyboarding - Introduction to computers - Science - Art View more details on Albany BOCES - Adult Practical Nursing Program . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Cosmetology courses.