Cosmetology

The mission of the Cosmetology program is to provide the opportunity to build knowledge, skills and attitudes that are essential for successful entry-level employment in this field through technical instruction and training. The classroom and practical learning experiences are concerned with a variety of beauty treatments which may include the care and beautification of the hair, complextion and hands. The basic instruction includes training in giving shampoos, rinses and scalp treatment; hair styling, setting, cutting, tinting, bleaching, permanent waving; facials, manicures, and hand and arm massages.

The entire program is geared toward preparing students to receive a diploma from the the Technology Center and pass the Tennessee Board of Cosmetology Licensing Examination.

Units of study include: Orientation, Technology Foundations, Sterilization/Sanitation & Bacteriology, Anatomy & Phisiology, Shampooing & Rinsing, Hair Care & Scalp, Hairdressing & Styling, Manicure & Pedicure, Permanent Waving, Hair Relaxer, Hair Coloring/Bleaching/Toning, Sculpture Nails, Hair Structure & Chemistry, Shop Ethics, Personality & Salesmanship, Hair Shaping, Facials, Arching, Lash & Brow Tinting and State Law.

Diploma

CERTIFICATE

Certificate levels of completion are exit points and are awarded at the discretion of the instructor.

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