Hairstyling (A.A.)
Department website: https://www.cerritos.edu/cosmetology/
ASSOCIATE OF ART
The curriculum prepares the student for The Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Hairstyling Examination. Students enrolling in the Hairstyling Program should contact the Cosmetology Department or a Cosmetology counselor for information regarding the cost of the kit, uniforms, and books. This is a full-time program. Classes meet Monday through Friday, full day. The full-time student may complete The Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Hairstyling Examination preparation in one semester.
Classes must be taken as a block (shown below) and within the same session.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
- Students will develop the necessary theoretical and practical skills to define, maintain and complete their personal educational and career goals.
- Students will demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with peers and clients from different cultural and social backgrounds.
- Students will demonstrate the ability to evaluate client needs, assess different options and develop the best approach to achieve desired results.
- Students will develop values and beliefs in their role as members of a culturally diverse society and provide services for their community.
Program Requirements
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Session One | ||
| COS 100A | Introduction to Hairstyling A | 2.0 |
| COS 100B | Introduction to Hairstyling B | 2.0 |
| COS 101A | Introduction to Haircutting A | 2.0 |
| COS 101B | Introduction to Haircutting B | 2.0 |
| COS 102 | Health and Safety in the Beauty Industry | 1.0 |
| COS 103 | Science in the Beauty Industry | 1.0 |
| Session Two | ||
| COS 104A | Advanced Hairstyling A | 2.0 |
| COS 104B | Advanced Hairstyling B | 2.0 |
| COS 105A | Advanced Haircutting A | 2.0 |
| COS 105B | Advanced Haircutting B | 2.0 |
| COS 106 | Business in the Beauty Industry | 1.0 |
| COS 107 | State Board Preparation-Hairstyling License | 1.0 |
| Total Units | 20 | |
ASSOCIATE OF ART DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
Complete 60 units to include (1) the above required courses, (2) Complete the General Education requirements and electives to achieve a minimum of 60 units. Students must earn a 2.0 grade point average and earn a grade of “C” or higher in major/emphasis courses.