Cosmetology

About the Course of Study

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.

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

Prerequisite: Application process for admittance and acceptance (Level 1 and 2 must be paired in same year). Students apply 10th grade year.

Qualifications for licensure; cosmetologist; esthetician; nail technician. [Chap13] (A) A license as a cosmetologist must be issued by the board to a person who: (1) is at least sixteen years of age and possesses at least a tenth grade education or the equivalent as established by tests used in the public schools or tests approved by the board;…

Cosmetology: 1

Prerequisite: Application process for admittance and acceptance (Level 1 and 2 must be paired in same year). Students apply 10th grade year.

The Cosmetology Program is designed to prepare the student to qualify for the state cosmetology licensing examination. The student receives training in the art and science of the care and beautification of hair, skin, and nails. The course of study includes scalp treatments, hair shaping, hair styling, setting, waving, hair coloring, and shampoos and rinses. Care of skin and nails includes manicuring and pedicuring, massage, facials, makeup application, and hair removal. Instruction in chemistry, bacteriology, and anatomy and physiology of the face, head, arms, and hands is incorporated by means of theory and of practical application on both mannequins and live models. Also included in the source of study is salon planning and management. Students are also required to attend an orientation meeting and purchase supplies (approved lab coat, leather shoes, work kit, mannequins, and other supplies). Virtual/online courses/Homebound instruction are not acceptable for this program due to state mandated lab hours.

Cosmetology: 2

Prerequisite: Cosmetology 1, Application and acceptance to program (Level 1 and 2 must be paired in same year)

The Cosmetology Program is designed to prepare the student to qualify for the state cosmetology licensing examination. The student receives training in the art and science of the care and beautification of hair, skin, and nails. The course of study includes scalp treatments, hair shaping, hair styling, setting, waving, hair coloring, and shampoos and rinses. Care of skin and nails includes manicuring and pedicuring, massage, facials, makeup application, and hair removal. Instruction in chemistry, bacteriology, and anatomy and physiology of the face, head, arms, and hands is incorporated by means of theory and of practical application on both mannequins and live models. Also included in the source of study is salon planning and management. Important note: Students are required to complete 500 cosmetology lab hours, 250 academic actual in class seat hours (math, English, science, social studies), and be recommended by the instructor in order to qualify for Cosmetology 3. Students are also required to attend an orientation meeting and purchase supplies (approved lab coat, leather shoes, work kit, mannequins, and other supplies). Virtual/online courses/Homebound
instruction are not acceptable for this program due to state mandated lab hours.

Industry Certificates and Outlook

Work-Based Learning Opportunities

Students are encouraged to complete WBL experiences with salons and spas in Florence. These experiences give the students an opportunity to "test drive" a career. This empowers the student with the knowledge that they love the career or that it may not be for them, allowing them to change course to a career that best fit them. Either way the student will save time and money. If they love it the student will already have experience, contacts, references for the industry allowing them to start earning money sooner and likely at a higher than entry level. If they don't love it the student will not waist any more time pursuing a career that is not a good fit for them.

Course Standards

Advisory Committee

The Career and Technical Education Advisory Committees are made up of volunteers who agree to serve as advisors to one or more career and technical programs. Members include representatives from business, labor, community agencies, faculty, students and other members. The primary purpose of advisory committees is to provide direction and guidance for the specific career and technical area within the school to strengthen and enhance the success of CTE programs. By working closely with the business and labor communities, we continue to provide high quality workforce training and education to our students so they will succeed in today's job market.

The committees support and strengthen the partnership between business, labor, the community, and education. The committees make recommendations that will strengthen and help to expand the curriculum to improve the quality of program(s). Members provide valuable input in areas such as curriculum development, industry relevant certifications, student recruitment and placement, staff development, equipment and software recommendations.

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