Cosmetology - Huntingdon County Career and Technology Center

Cosmetology from Huntingdon County Career and Technology Center is a Campus Certificate Cosmetology degree that prepares you for a Vocational Programs career. Begin an exciting career in beauty culture. Students receive hands-on instruction and training in the latest techniques and skills in hair styling, manicuring and makeup. The cosmetology program offers the fundamental knowledge and skills needed to successfully pass the state board examination, which is required to be a licensed cosmetologist. Students study personal care services, such as cutting and styling hair, hair coloring, permanent waving, chemical treatments (e.g. hair straightening), skin hygiene and massage, manicures and pedicures and makeup. They also learn the importance of maintaining a clean work area, sensitization of equipment, personal grooming and hygiene. The curriculum includes scheduling, principles of business management, basic managerial skills and public relations. The program provides the 1250 hours of instruction required before students are eligible to take the state board examination, which can qualify them for a variety of apprenticeships or entry-level positions. Typical Program Topics Safety, sanitation and good hygiene Human anatomy and physiology Skin diseases and disorders Shampooing and pre-styling treatments Scalp and hair treatments Scalp and facial massage Hair styling, including the latest styles Hair coloring Permanent waving Skin hygiene Manicures and pedicures; nail art Makeup selection and application Salon organization and floor plans Product selection and ordering supplies Salon management and operation Creating and maintaining client records Business recordkeeping and accounting Begin an exciting career in beauty culture. Students receive hands-on instruction and training in the latest techniques and skills in hair styling, manicuring and makeup. The cosmetology program offers the fundamental knowledge and skills needed to successfully pass the state board examination, which is required to be a licensed cosmetologist. Students study personal care services, such as cutting and styling hair, hair coloring, permanent waving, chemical treatments (e.g. hair straightening), skin hygiene and massage, manicures and pedicures and makeup. They also learn the importance of maintaining a clean work area, sanitization of equipment, personal grooming and hygiene. The curriculum includes scheduling, principles of business management, basic managerial skills and public relations. The program provides the 1250 hours of instruction required before students are eligible to take the state board examination, which can qualify them for a variety of apprenticeships or entry-level positions. Objectives This program prepares students to become cosmetologists and provides training in tasks related to overall grooming and personal appearance. Theoretical and practical instruction is given in all aspects of hair and skin care, sanitation, safety and professionalism. Students will be eligible to apply for a State Board of Cosmetology Examination for licensure. A graduate of the Cosmetology program can: Demonstrate habits of doing things properly and in the interest of safety and hygiene for one's self and others. Select wisely, care for and use properly commercial products that are related to the application of treatments in cosmetology . Use correctly the basic language of cosmetology when communicating in the industry setting. Demonstrate pleasant, friendly, yet professional attitudes and an ability to deal with all types of personalities. Demonstrate skills in styling hair, including curl reformation, hair coloring, permanent waving, chemical treatments and scalp massage. Clean and style wigs and hairpieces. Give facials, analyze skin, select and apply makeup. Give manicures and pedicures. Schedule appointments and keep client and business records. Demonstrate the fundamental knowledge and skills needed to successfully pass the State board examination for licensure as a cosmetologist. View more details on Huntingdon County Career and Technology Center . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Cosmetology courses.