2023-2024 Catalog

COSM 1009 Orientation to Cosmetology

This course is an overview of the skills and knowledge necessary for the field of cosmetology. Topics to be covered include: state laws and regulations; professional image; first aid; chemistry; electricity; job seeking; ethics; hygiene; grooming; personality development; success principles; poise; fashion voice development; sales; communications; sanitation; sterilization; bacteriology; business planning; written agreements; salon operations; policies and procedures; compensation; payroll deductions; telephone use; advertising; public relations; insurance; and goal setting.

Credits

9

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

COSM 1013, COSM 1023

Offered

Fall, Spring, Summer