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The Cosmetology program at CSM is designed to give students the finest training and experience available, and to prepare them for qualification to take the California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology examination for licensure as a cosmetologist. Through the expertise of a talented faculty and exposure to professional cosmetologists and salon owners, students can learn hair design, hair coloring, hair analysis, skin care, nail care, and aesthetic enhancement of the body.
Skilled cosmetologists find employment with full-service and specialty salons. Licensed cosmetologists also have the freedom to work either full or part-time, and employment opportunities are available without regard to gender or age. The employment outlook for cosmetologists is good, with positions presently outnumbering applicants.
Coursework in Art, Business Mathematics, Accounting, Psychology and Interpersonal Communication.
State Law requires that applicants for licensing be at least 17 years of age, have completed the 10th grade or its equivalent, and completed a cosmetology course from a school approved by the board. Additional qualifications apply. Contact the Cosmetology Department for further information.
Cosmetology Program applications are accepted on a continuous basis. Applications are available in the department and online on the Cosmetology website. Applicants are required to attend a program specific orientation in addition to college orientation workshop. New classes start twice yearly in the fall and spring semesters.
Admissions priority is given to San Mateo Community College District residents.
When space is available, students with previous training may be eligible for admission to the Advanced Standing program in Cosmetology within a one-year period of withdrawal from a pervious school and upon submission of State Board records to the Cosmetology Department.
No student who has completed more than 600 hours of approved training in another school will be admitted to the Advanced Standing program.
Meet with a CSM counselor to discuss how to achieve academic goals and to develop a comprehensive student educational plan (SEP).
The CSM Cosmetology program embraces a student-centered approach to collaborative team teaching and delivers current and comprehensive curricula via modern technologies, individual training, group projects, and supervised practice on the public, linking theoretical knowledge to hands-on (practical) experiences. An exceptional faculty and staff deliver instruction on hair styling and cutting, chemical applications (hair color, curling, and straightening), nail, facial, and makeup services, cosmetology specialty classes, and portfolio preparation to include resume preparation and job placement support.
And required General Education coursework and electives as needed to meet the minimum 60 units required for the Associate degree.Please refer to the AA/AS Degree Requirements for more information.