The courses described here are open only to those students accepted in the Cosmetology
Program.
Completion of the tenth grade or equivalent required by California Board of Barbering
and Cosmetology; completion of the twelfth grade is recommended. A grade of C or higher
is necessary for progression in the sequence of courses. Prior enrollment in ESL classes
is strongly advised for non-native speakers.
Upon successful completion of the program, including satisfactory performance on a
comprehensive “mock board” examination including both theory and practical performance,
the candidate receives a Certificate in Cosmetology and is eligible to write for the
California Board of Cosmetology licensing examination. Note: Applicants for the California
Board of Barbering and Cosmetology licensure must be 17 years of age or older.