Cosmetology A.A.S.
A55140
The Cosmetology curriculum is designed to provide competency-based knowledge, scientific/artistic principles, and hands-on fundamentals associated with the cosmetology industry. The curriculum provides a simulated salon environment which enables students to develop manipulative skills.
Course work includes instruction in all phases of professional imaging, hair design, chemical processes, skin care, nail care, multi-cultural practices, business/computer principles, product knowledge, and other selected topics.
Graduates should qualify to sit for the State Board of Cosmetic Arts examination. Upon successfully passing the State Board exam, graduates will be issued a license. Employment is available in beauty salons and related businesses.
Completion of the WPCC Cosmetology Program does not guarantee that the student meets all Board requirements (1200 to 1500 clocked hours in Cosmetology study) for licensure.
In addition to the WPCC program requirements, students must also complete the required number of hours and evaluations per the NC State Board of Cosmetic Arts to qualify to sit for the licensure exams.
Upon successful completion of this program, the student should be able to:
- Apply infection control procedures to the salon environment according to NC State Board of Cosmetic Arts Examiners
- Practice effective communication skills during a client consultation
- Practice proper steps of manicuring and pedicuring
- Demonstrate correct practices of skin care
- Perform basic hair manipulation techniques
Also see Career and College Promise for additional options for high school students.
General Education
Required Courses
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | FA, SP, SU |
English/Communications
Select 3 semester hours credit from the following
| COM 110 | Introduction to Communication | 3 | FA, SP |
| COM 120 | Intro Interpersonal Com | 3 | |
| COM 231 | Public Speaking | 3 | FA, SP, SU |
| ENG 112 | Writing/Research in the Disc | 3 | FA, SP, SU |
| ENG 114 | Prof Research & Reporting | 3 | FA, SP, SU |
Mathematics/Natural Science
Select 1 course from the following
| BIO 111 | General Biology I | 4 | FA, SP, SU |
| BIO 112 | General Biology II | 4 | FA, SP |
| BIO 163 | Basic Anatomy & Physiology | 5 | FA, SP |
| BIO 168 | Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 | FA, SP |
| CHM 151 | General Chemistry I | 4 | FA, SP, SU |
| CHM 152 | General Chemistry II | 4 | SP, SU |
| GEL 111 | Geology | 4 | FA, SP, SU |
| MAT 110 | Math Measurement & Literacy | 3 | FA, SP |
| MAT 143 | Quantitative Literacy | 3 | FA, SP, SU |
| MAT 152 | Statistical Methods I | 4 | FA, SP, SU |
| MAT 171 | Precalculus Algebra | 4 | FA, SP, SU |
| MAT 172 | Precalculus Trigonometry | 4 | SP, SU |
Humanities/Fine Arts
Select 3 semester hours credit from the following
| ART 111 | Art Appreciation | 3 | FA, SP, SU |
| ART 114 | Art History Survey I | 3 | FA |
| ART 115 | Art History Survey II | 3 | SP |
| DRA 111 | Theatre Appreciation | 3 | FA, SP, SU |
| DRA 126 | Storytelling | 3 | FA, SP, SU |
| HUM 115 | Critical Thinking | 3 | |
| HUM 230 | Leadership Development | 3 | |
| MUS 110 | Music Appreciation | 3 | FA, SP |
| MUS 112 | Introduction to Jazz | 3 | FA, SP |
| PHI 215 | Philosophical Issues | 3 | FA, SP |
| PHI 240 | Introduction to Ethics | 3 | FA, SP, SU |
| REL 110 | World Religions | 3 | FA, SP |
Social/Behaviorial Sciences
Select 3 semester hours credit from the following
| HIS 111 | World Civilizations I | 3 | FA, SP, SU |
| HIS 112 | World Civilizations II | 3 | FA, SP, SU |
| HIS 131 | American History I | 3 | FA, SP, SU |
| HIS 132 | American History II | 3 | FA. SP |
| POL 120 | American Government | 3 | FA, SP |
| PSY 150 | General Psychology | 3 | FA, SP, SU |
| SOC 210 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 | FA, SP, SU |
Major Courses
Core Required Courses
Other Major Requirements
Other Major Courses
Required Course
Take 1 semester hour credit from the following
| ACA 115 | Success & Study Skills | 1 | FA |
| ACA 122 | Transfer & Career Success | 1 | FA, SP, SU |
General Electives
Select 7 semester hours credit from the following courses
| ACC 129 | Individual Income Taxes | 3 | FA |
| BUS 110 | Introduction to Business | 3 | FA, SP |
| BUS 125 | Personal Finance | 3 | FA, SU |
| COS 121 | Manicure/Nail Technology I | 6 | FA, SP |
| COS 127 | Natural Hair Care I | 6 | FA, SP |
| COS 222 | Manicure/Nail Tech. II | 6 | FA, SP |
| COS 224 | Trichology & Chemistry | 2 | FA, SP |
| COS 225 | Adv Contemporary Hair Coloring | 2 | |
| COS 228 | Natural Hair Care II | 6 | FA, SP |
| MKT 120 | Principles of Marketing | 3 | FA |
| PSY 215 | Positive Psychology | 3 | |
| WBL XXX | Work-based Learning (up to 6 semester hours credit) | 1-6 | |
Total Credit Hours: 68