Cosmetology

The Cosmetology Program is designed to prepare students to qualify and successfully complete all requirements for a South Carolina Cosmetology license. Students receive training that follows the guidelines and regulations established by the South Carolina Labor, Licensing, and Regulation Cosmetology Board. The course of study includes Sanitation and Safety, Professionalism and Salon Management, Sciences of Cosmetology, Professional Hair Care Skills, Professional Nail Care Skills, Professional Skin Care Skills, and Unassigned Specific Needs. Instruction in chemistry, bacteriology, anatomy, and physiology of the face, head, arms, and hands is incorporated by means of theory and practical application on both mannequins and live models.

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Cosmetology Program Requirements

State Program Requirements

(CIP Code 120401)

Completer Requirements: (1000 Cosmetology hours and 540 Academic hours equals 1540 hours required and a minimum of 8 units to be a completer.

Courses:

Cosmetology 1 (6150)

Cosmetology 2 (6151)

Cosmetology 3 (6152)

Cosmetology 4 (6153)

Prerequisites for Continued Enrollment: Courses taken sequentially; Cosmetology 2 – Pass Cosmetology 1 with a minimum of a 75 average and a minimum of 250 clock hours Cosmetology 3 – Pass Cosmetology 2 with a minimum of a 75 average and a minimum of 500 clock hours Cosmetology 4 – Pass Cosmetology 3 with a minimum of a 75 average and a minimum of 750 clock hours

ACCTC Program

Carnegie Units (High School Credits) Required: 8 units

Program Length: 2 years

Prerequisites for Program: Application, interview, and acceptance

Grade to Apply: 10th grade

Grades to Attend: 11th and 12th

A Look at Cosmetology at ACCTC

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