Program Overview

The Cosmetology program is designed to prepare students to qualify for the South Carolina State licensing examination. The student receives training in the arts and science of the care and beautification of the hair, skin, and nails. The course of study includes scalp treatments, hair shaping, hair styling, setting, waving, hair coloring, and shampoos and rinses. Care of skin and nails includes manicuring and pedicures, massage, facials, make-up application and hair removal. Instruction in chemistry, bacteriology, anatomy, physiology of the face, head, arms and hands is incorporated by means of theory and of practical application on both mannequins and live models. Also included in the course of study is salon planning and management.