Cosmetology - Honolulu Community College

Cosmetology from Honolulu Community College is a Campus Associate Cosmetology degree that prepares you for a Vocational Programs career. Program Mission: The Cosmetology program's mission is to serve the community as an affordable, learning-centered, open door program which is committed to the development and delivery of innovative, high-quality education for the hair and beauty industry and empower individuals to maximize their potential and elevate the professionalism of the industry. Program Description: The Cosmetology department offers four Certificates and an Associate in Applied Science degree program. The curriculum is designed to prepare the student for the State Board of Cosmetology Examination. Upon passing the examination the individual becomes a licensed cosmetologist. The Cosmetology program is part of an international member school system that teaches the technique known as Pivot Point. Pivot Point developed its own training method, a system of learning that completely revolutionized hair and beauty education. This offers students the highest degree of manipulative skills and theory that meet the standards and requirements of the State Board of Cosmetology and of other careers in the world of hair and beauty. This knowledge and ability are achieved first through lecture and demonstration followed by actual work in a salon atmosphere. Students receive a minimum of 1800 clock hours of lecture and clinical experience. Program Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): Upon successful completion of the COSM program, students will be able to: Project a positive attitude and a sense of personal integrity and self-confidence. Practice effective communication skills, visual poise, and proper grooming. Respect the need to deliver worthy service for value received in an employer-employee relationship. State the benefits of prioritizing time efficiently. Use proven strategies to build a clientele. List safety and sanitation procedures for use of equipment, implements, and treatments. Perform basic manipulative skills in the areas of hairstyling, hair shaping, hair coloring, texture services, scalp and hair conditioning, skin and makeup, manicure and pedicures. Perform the basic analytical skills to determine proper makeup, hairstyle, and color application for the client's overall image. Apply learned theory, technical information and related matter to assure sound judgments, decisions, and procedures. Apply learned theory, manipulative skills and analytical skills to obtain licensure and competency in entry-level positions in cosmetology or a related career field. View more details on Honolulu Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Cosmetology courses.