COSM 742 Intermediate Cosmetology IV
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Cosmetology (COSM) Courses
- COSM 712 Fundamental Cosmetology I
- COSM 722 Fundamental Cosmetology II
- COSM 732 Intermediate Cosmetology III
- COSM 742 Intermediate Cosmetology IV
- COSM 746 Advanced Cosmetology V
- COSM 749 Advanced Cosmetology VI
- COSM 757 Advanced Supplemental Cosmetology VII
- COSM 758 Advanced Techniques/Photo Shoot
- COSM 759 Advanced Techniques/Hair Specialties
- COSM 766 Salon Business Entrepreneur
Cosmetology Program Requirements
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.
Minimum Grade for Prerequisites
Unless otherwise indicated, a grade of C or higher is required for all prerequisite courses.
Course Description
Study intermediate theoretical and practical application of communication for success, nail tips and wraps, artificial nails, nail disorders and disease, skin disorders and disease, chemical texture services, preparing for licensure, working on the job, and salon business. Continued practice in building intermediate skill while applying and executing theoretical and practical discipline competencies studied in fundamental classes, as prescribed by the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology.
- Lecture hours/semester: 80-90
- Lab hours/semester: 240-270
- Homework hours/semester: 160-180
