Cosmetology (COS)
COS 141
Introduction to Cosmetology
8 Units (AA/AS)
120 lecture hours, 80 lab hours
Equivalent to: COS 140, COS 141B
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Strongly recommended: ENGL C1000.
This is the introductory course for students majoring in cosmetology and/or hairstyling. The course includes theoretical and practical instruction in a variety of subjects including health & safety, disinfection & sanitation, infection control, scalp care, trichology, basic haircutting, and basic hairstyling. A material fee is required for this course.
COS 141A
Introduction to Cosmetology I
4 Units (AA/AS)
40 lab hours
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
This is part 1 of the introductory course for students majoring in cosmetology and/or hairstyling. The course includes theoretical and practical instruction in a variety of subjects including health & safety, disinfection & sanitation, infection control, scalp care, trichology, basic haircutting, and basic hairstyling. 60 lecture hours and
COS 141B
Introduction to Cosmetology II
4 Units (AA/AS)
40 lab hours
Equivalent to: COS 141
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Prerequisite(s): COS 141A.
This is part 2 of the introductory course for students majoring in cosmetology and/or hairstyling. The course is a continuation of the theoretical and practical instruction in a variety of subjects including health & safety, disinfection & sanitation, infection control, scalp care, trichology, basic haircutting, and basic hairstyling. 60 lecture hours and
COS 151
Citrus Salon Experience
2.5 Units (AA/AS)
12 lecture hours, 100 lab hours
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Prerequisite(s): COS 141, or COS 141A and COS 141B; COS 181 and COS 191.
Strongly recommended: ENGL C1000.
This course reviews all practical areas of cosmetology learned in the foundation classes as well as State Board requirements for licensing. Students will conduct consultations, perform client services, and fill out service record cards. Business practices will be taught such as effective communication, resume building, preparing for employment, principles of selling and client building, and types of business options.
COS 161
Haircolor
8 Units (AA/AS)
100 lecture hours, 155 lab hours
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Prerequisite(s): COS 141, or COS 141A and COS 141B.
Strongly recommended: ENGL C1000.
A continuation of the science, theory, professional haircoloring techniques, and procedures following COS 141. Lectures, demonstrations, and practical experience in the following areas: advanced hair coloring procedures, advanced lightening procedures, specialized color application, and corrective haircolor.
COS 181
Haircutting and Styling
8 Units (AA/AS)
120 lecture hours, 80 lab hours
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Prerequisite(s): COS 141, or COS 141A and COS 141B.
Strongly recommended: ENGL C1000.
A continuation of the theory of professional haircutting and hairstyling techniques and procedures introduced in COS 141. Lectures, demonstrations and practical experience in the following areas: haircutting including the use of shears, razors, electrical clippers and trimmers, and thinning shears, shampooing, hair analysis, blow drying, curling, nonchemical straightening, and dressing.
COS 184
Haircutting and Styling
8 Units (AA/AS)
120 lecture hours, 80 lab hours
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Prerequisite(s): COS 141, or COS 141A and COS 141B.
Strongly recommended: ENGL C1000.
A continuation of the theory of professional haircutting and hairstyling techniques and procedures introduced in COS 141. Lectures, demonstrations and practical experience in the following areas: haircutting including the use of shears, razors, electrical clippers and trimmers, and thinning shears, shampooing, hair analysis, blow drying, curling, nonchemical straightening, and dressing.
COS 185
Skin Care
9 Units (AA/AS)
150 lecture hours, 50 lab hours
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Prerequisite(s): COS 141 or COS 141A and COS 141B.
Strongly recommended: ENGL C1000.
This course consists of theory and practical applications in skin care and brow beautification. Lectures, demonstrations and practical experience are in the following areas: manual and chemical facial treatments, light therapy, temporary hair removal, tinting of eyebrows and eyelashes, and the perming of eyelashes.
COS 186
Nail Care
4 Units (AA/AS)
60 lecture hours, 40 lab hours
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Prerequisite(s): COS 141 or COS 141A and COS 141B.
Strongly recommended: ENGL C1000.
A study of the science and theory of professional nail care. Lectures, demonstrations and practical experience are in the following areas: manicures, pedicures, hand, arm, foot & ankle massage, nail analysis, artificial nail services/chemicals, enhancements, products, instruction on hazardous substances and chemical safety.
COS 201
Chemicals
8.5 Units (AA/AS)
120 lecture hours, 120 lab hours
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Prerequisite(s): COS 141, or COS 141A and COS 141B.
Strongly recommended: ENGL C1000.
An introduction to the science and theories of hair color, bleach, chemical straighteners, and chemical waves. Lectures, demonstrations and practical experience in the following areas: hair color, bleach, predisposition and strand tests, formulation, color removal, chemical waving, and chemical straightening.
COS 202
Chemicals
8 Units (AA/AS)
120 lecture hours, 80 lab hours
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Prerequisite(s): COS 141, or COS 141A and COS 141B.
Strongly recommended: ENGL C1000.
An introduction to the science and theories of hair color, bleach, chemical straighteners, and chemical waves. Lectures, demonstrations and practical experience in the following areas: hair color, bleach, predisposition and strand tests, formulation, color removal, chemical waving, and chemical straightening.
COS 211
Advanced Short Hair Cutting Techniques
1.5 Units (AA/AS)
20 lecture hours, 32 lab hours
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Prerequisite(s): COS 141, or COS 141A and COS 141B; COS 181.
Strongly recommended: ENGL C1000.
This course focuses on short haircuts. The course will include pixie cuts, crew cuts, undercuts, graduation, disconnected cuts, square layers, fades, and tapers, using shear, clipper, clipper-over-comb, and shear-over-comb techniques.
COS 221
Advanced Hairstyling and Hair Extension Techniques
1.5 Units (AA/AS)
20 lecture hours, 32 lab hours
Grade Mode: Pass/No Pass, Standard Letter
Prerequisite(s): COS 141, or COS 141A and COS 141B; COS 181.
Strongly recommended: ENGL C1000.
This class focuses on several advanced hairstyling techniques including: long hair styling, special occasion styling, and creative artistry and period hair designing as well as hair extensions techniques including: strand by strand, tape-in, braiding, bonding, track and sew, netting, wigs and wig caps.
COS 231
Business and Licensing Preparation for Cosmetologists
4 Units (AA/AS)
60 lecture hours, 40 lab hours
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Prerequisite(s): COS 141, or COS 141A and COS 141B; COS 184, COS 185, COS 186, and COS 202.
Strongly recommended: ENGL C1000.
This course reviews all practical areas of cosmetology learned in the foundation classes as well as State Board requirements for licensing. Students will conduct consultations, perform client services, and fill out service record cards. Business practices will be taught such as effective communication, resume building, preparing for employment, principles of selling and client building, and types of business options.