Program Description
This certified course prepares students for the state cosmetology exam and licensing process. Students receive hands-on training in a a clinical salon lab environment in hair dressing and treatments, coloring, chemical processes, facials, nails, and manicuring. Enrollment in this program, offered at a aschool of Cosmetology located in Saginaw, is limited to high school juniors and those seniors who are returning to complete the program. Students must complete 1,500 clock hours of required skills training to be eligible for the Michigan State Board of Cosmetology Licensing Exam.
Program Content
Personal Management and Employability Skills
Properties of Hair and Scalp
Bacteriology
Infection Control & Blood Borne Pathogens
Diseases and Disorders of the Scalp
Shampoo and Conditioning
Hair Cutting
Permanent Waving
Chemical Relaxing
Hair Color
Thermal Hairstyling
Wet Hairstyling
Customer Service
Professionalism
Special Features
Students may participate SkillsUSA, a national organization that provides opportunities to develop teamwork, personal leadership, and career skills valued by employers. Students who are selected to participate in the Cosmetology program will be prepared to take the Michigan State Board of Cosmetology Licensing Exam.
Students attend classes Tuesdays through Saturdays.
A clinical salon lab environment provides real world hands-on training with customers.
Beginning students will start the Cosmetology program in early August and conclude their first year of study the end of June.
Attendance at a parent / student orientation in May is required.
First year students must complete 85 percent of the scheduled hours to be eligible for the senior (advanced) program.
Tech Prep Program
1st YEAR STUDENTS CAN EARN:
4 cr. Cosmetology
College Credit
Cosmetology
| Institution | Program | Articulated Course(s) |
| Davenport University | Cosmetology | GNBS (General Business Credit) |
| Delta College | Cosmetology | MGT (Management Elective) |
| Ferris State University** | Cosmetology | *12 credits of free directive electives |
| Kirkland Community College ** | AAS Cosmetology | BUS10100 (Intro to Business) |
| Kirkland Community College ** | AAS Cosmetology, AAS Technology Management | COS12100 (Cosmetology I)
COS13400 (Cosmetology XIV) |
Student Certifications
Michigan State Board of Cosmetology Licensing Exam, CareerSafe Safety Education Training
Program Requirements
Attendance at Orientation is required
Daily attendance is mandatory to accumulate state licensing hours
Successful completion of Algebra and Biology
Career Possibilities
Stylist/Barber, Salon Manager/Owner, Nail Technician, Cosmetology Instructor, Massage therapist, Make-Up Artist, Sales, Marketing or Management Consultant, Aesthetician, Retail/Manufacturer Sales, Product Analyst
