Cosmetology 1- 615000CD
Cosmetology 2- 615100CD
Grade 11 4 units
To become a cosmetologist, the State Board of Cosmetology requires students to pass a theory test and a practical test of skills. Students must complete Cosmetology 1 and 2 and Cosmetology 3 and 4, and pass the exam to receive a cosmetology license from the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation Board. After the 2-year program, students must pass a theory test as well as a practical test with a 75%. They study electricity, chemistry, anatomy and physiology, diseases and disorders of the scalp, hair, skin, and nails, safety, as well as the normally expected skills of how to cut, style, braid, perm, relax, and color. The process to be admitted to the program is competitive, and the two-year process is rigorous. Personal appearance care service workers participate in continuing education and training at salons, cosmetology schools and product shows. Students assist individuals with their personal appearance including shampooing, cutting, coloring and styling hair. Students learn to give manicures, pedicures, scalp treatment, facials and makeup analyses. Students clean and style wigs and hairpieces. Please note that this course requires a final grade of 75 or higher or demonstration of mastery of industry skills to progress to Level 3/4.
Please note: A rubric is utilized to determine students admitted to Cosmetology. Consumable supplies for this course range between $300 and $325. Students are required to dress in program scrubs/uniform everyday. The first set is included with supply fees. In addition, each Level 1 and 2 student must purchase a personal kit for approximately $700. Though any student can complete the cosmetology program, students must possess a valid Social Security number in order to obtain a South Carolina Cosmetology license issued by the South Carolina State Board.
Cosmetology 3- Honors 615200HD
Cosmetology 4- Honors 615300HD
Grade 12 4 units
Prerequisite: Cosmetology 1 and 2
Grade of 75 or higher in the prerequisite course or approved demonstration of industry skills.
Industry Credential Alignment: Cosmetology State Board Exam
Personal care services students continue an in-depth study of hairstyling, haircutting, chemical services, skin and nails. Cosmetology 3 and 4 provides preparation for passing the written and practical exam for the South Carolina license from the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation Board. These courses are equal to nine months of private school training at a cost of $18,000–$22,000.
