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Cosmetology

Cosmetology

Program Description
The Cosmetology program is approved by the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. It is designed to prepare the student
to take the California State Board of Cosmetology examination for licensure and is subject to its regulations regarding the
education and training of cosmetologists. Units include theory and practice in fundamental skills in all phases of beauty
culture. There is no reciprocity for transfer students. All students are required to complete all technical, practical, and
program requirements.

Certificate of Achievement and Associate in Science Degree
A Certificate can be obtained by completing the 43.5 unit major. The Associate in Science Degree can be obtained by
completing a minimum of 64.5 units, including the major, and the general education requirements. All courses in the
major must be completed with a minimum grade of C or a P if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.

Program Outcomes
Students who complete the Cosmetology Certificate of Achievement/Associate Degree will be able to:
1. Meet the minimum requirements to make application to take the California State Board of Cosmetology examination
for cosmetology licensing.

REQUIRED COURSES ............................................... Units
COSM 100 Cosmetology I ............................................... 17.5
COSM 101 Cosmetology II.............................................. 17.5
COSM 102 Cosmetology III .............................................. 8.5
Total Units .................................................................. 43.5

The Cosmetology program is approved by the California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology.

This is a Gainful Employment Program. For additional information, please visit
http://www.solano.edu/gainful_employment/and select “Cosmetology.”

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