Cosmetology
Cosmetology is a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for a wide range of careers in the beauty industry. The curriculum offers theoretical and practical disciplines as well as interactive demonstrations and hands-on applications that train students to possess knowledge, language, and skills for career opportunities in haircutting, hairstyling, hair coloring, chemical texturizing, skin care, nail care, sales, and entrepreneurship. Students will understand the importance of professionalism and artistic endeavor in this diverse industry through inspiration and challenge. This program of study also enables students to prepare for and pass the California State Board Exam of Cosmetology.
In addition to the A.S. and Certificate of Achievement in Cosmetology, the program offers barbering coursework and an A.S. and Certificate of Achievement in Barbering.
Also see the esthetician discipline page for esthetician programs of study and coursework.
Faculty
| Name | Office Room Number | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dea, Alexis | TC 213 | 626-914-8748 | adea@citruscollege.edu |
| Fischer, Maria | TC 212 | 626-852-6449 | mfischer@citruscollege.edu |
| Glover, Patty | PC 320 | 626-914-8747 | pglover@citruscollege.edu |
Contact Information
- Division
- Career/Technical Education
- Dean
- Kimberly Mathews
- Administrative Secretary
- Angie Alvarez
- Division Office
- TE 147
- Division Phone Number
- 626-852-6402
- Discipline Website
- https://www.citruscollege.edu/academics/programs/cos
This discipline prepares students to do the following:
- Be prepared to pass the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Examination and acquire California State licensure.
- Be trained theoretically and practically in the disciplines of: haircutting, hair coloring, chemical training, skin/nails, hairstyling necessary for the professional stylist, as well as a variety of business practices.
- Be inspired and challenged artistically through industry competitions, projects, community service and collaborative work with partnering college disciplines.
BARB 101
Introduction to Barbering
8.5 Units (AA/AS)
120 lecture hours, 120 lab hours
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Strongly recommended: ENGL C1000.
This is the introductory course for students majoring in barbering. The course includes the theoretical exploration and basic practical application of a variety of subjects including shampooing, draping, hair and scalp analysis, long haircutting techniques, hairstyling, infection control, health and safety, rules and regulations, basic anatomy, and basic electricity.
BARB 102
Advanced Barbering
8.5 Units (AA/AS)
120 lecture hours, 120 lab hours
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Prerequisite(s): BARB 101.
Strongly recommended: ENGL C1000.
This course is a continuation of BARB 101 and focuses on men’s haircutting techniques using shears, razors, clippers and trimmers. The course will include fades, tapers, clipper-cuts, clipper-over-comb, and scissor-over-comb techniques for wet and dry hair as well as hairstyling, skin analysis, and an introduction to basic facial and shaving techniques.
BARB 103
Advanced Shaving and Facial Services
5 Units (AA/AS)
70 lecture hours, 70 lab hours
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Prerequisite(s): BARB 102.
Strongly recommended: ENGL C1000.
This course is a continuation of BARB 102 and includes advanced theoretical knowledge and techniques in shaving and trimming of the beard. Shaving shall include but is not limited to the following techniques and procedures: Preparing the client's hair for shaving, assessing the condition of the client's skin, performing shaving techniques, applying after-shave antiseptic following facial services, massaging the client's face, and rolling cream massages. Trimming of the beard utilizes clippers, trimmers and shears while considering facial shapes.
BARB 104
Chemical Services
8.5 Units (AA/AS)
120 lecture hours, 120 lab hours
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Prerequisite(s): BARB 101, BARB 102, BARB 103.
Strongly recommended: ENGL C1000.
This course includes technical and practical lab application of haircoloring and chemical texture services. Haircolor services shall include but not be limited to hair analysis, predisposition test and strand tests, formulation and mixing, categories of haircolor, coloring, bleaching, color removers. Chemical texture services shall include but not be limited to hair analysis, chemical straightening using sodium hydroxide and thioglycolic solutions, and chemical waving using acidic and alkaline solutions.
BARB 105
Business and Licensing Preparation for Barbers
5 Units (AA/AS)
70 lecture hours, 70 lab hours
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Prerequisite(s): BARB 101, BARB 102, BARB 103, BARB 104.
Strongly recommended: ENGL C1000.
This course is designed to prepare students for licensure and employment. The topics include working in barbershops, interviewing, money management, selling, customer service, client consultation, building a clientele, types of businesses, building a business, and product knowledge and uses. It continues the exploration of professional ethics, public safety, state board rules and regulations, and health and safety.
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.