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Cosmetology

Cosmetology is a demanding career that requires a wide range of skills. Students attend the Cosmetology Program for two years, including a 20-day summer school session, to satisfy the hours requirement. Students will focus on mastering professional techniques for hair, skin and nails in a salon environment, with hands-on instruction and training, as well as developing interpersonal communication skills. A clinic open to members of the local community provides students with real life experience in their field. The program is designed for students to develop marketable skills.

The Cosmetology Program features integrated academics including English/Language Arts and three college credits through an Articulation Agreement with Cayuga Community College, resulting in a SUNY transcript for Small Business Management (BUS 160). In addition, this program prepares students for the New York State Licensing Exam. In order to be eligible to take the exam, students must achieve 1,000 hours of instruction.

Cosmetology

Orientation:

  • History & Career Opportunities
  • Professional Image
  • Life Skills
  • Communicating for Success

    • General Sciences:

  • Infection Control
  • Anatomy & Physiology
  • Skin Structure
  • Nail Structure
  • Properties of hair & Scalp
  • Basics of Chemistry
  • Basics of Electricity

    • Hair Care:

  • Hair Design
  • Shampooing & Conditioning
  • Haircutting
  • Hairstyling
  • Chemical Texture Services
  • Haircoloring

    • Skin Care:

  • Skin Diseases & Disorders
  • Hair Removal
  • Facials

    • Nail Care:

  • Nail Diseases & Disorders
  • Manicuring
  • Pedicuring

    • Business Skills:

  • Seeking Employment
  • On the Job
  • The Salon Business
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    Are you interested in...

  • Hairstyling
  • Cutting
  • Coloring
  • Perming
  • Manicuring
  • Pedicuring
  • Facials
  • Salon Management

    • Portfolio...

    All second year students will complete a Career and Technical Education Portfolio that exhibits necessary elements for CTE Endorsement and demonstrates competencies in Cosmetology.

    Benefits...

    • Articulation Agreements/College Credit
      • Cayuga Community College (SUNY Transcript)
        • BUS 160 (Small Business Management)
    • Completed Career Portfolio
    • Integrated English Credit
    • Shadow Experience

    Shadow Experiences...

    The job shadow is an observational experience allowing students to explore the field of Cosmetology with a sponsoring business. Through these experiences, students see how their education applies to the actual work setting. In addition, they observe typical job duties and the physical demands of the work.

    These exploration activities enable students to understand the importance of positive work ethics and attitudes and can assist students in making informed decisions about continued education and careers.

    For more information, contact...

    Your High School Guidance Office or the Guidance Office at BOCES.

    Cosmetology could lead to careers in...

  • Hair Stylist
  • Platform Artist
  • Color Consultant
  • Hair Designer
  • Nail Technician
  • Skin Technician

    • Careers with additional training and education...

  • Salon Manager
  • Salon Owner
  • Sales Representative

    • Licensing

    Laboratory (hands-on) experience and theory (background information) will help you to prepare for the New York State Licensing examinations.

    One thousand (1000) course/clinical hours is required for cosmetology licensing and requires students to attend summer school.

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