Cosmetology (COSM)
COSM 261 Basic Cosmetology
10 - 13 unit(s)
Hours: 5 Lecture/Discussion
Hours:
15 - 24 Lab
COSM 261 includes a study of basic scientific theories and techniques as they apply to cosmetology. The course covers disorders, diseases, analysis, and treatment of the skin, hair, scalp, and nails; bacteriology, sterilization, and sanitation; principles of hair styling, chemicals and applications, fundamentals of massage, facials, and manicuring; ethics in cosmetology and salon management principles.
Limitation on Enrollment: Students must meet with an Estes Cosmetology Representative and be granted admission to the Estes Cosmetology Program.
COSM 262 Intermediate Cosmetology
10 - 13 unit(s)
Hours: 5 Lecture/Discussion
Hours:
15 - 24 Lab
COSM 262 includes a study of basic scientific theories and techniques as they apply to cosmetology. The course covers disorders, diseases, analysis, and treatment of the skin, hair, scalp, and nails; bacteriology, sterilizations, and sanitation; principles of hair styling, chemicals and applications, fundamentals of massage, facials, and manicuring; ethics in cosmetology and salon management principles. Prerequisite may be waived with 500 hours of cosmetology training.
Prerequisites: COSM 261 or equivalent college course with a minimum grade of C.
Limitation on Enrollment: Admission into the Cosmetology Program
COSM 263 Cosmetology Theory and Practice
6 - 10 unit(s)
Hours: 5 Lecture/Discussion
Hours:
3 - 15 Lab
This course emphasizes the theory and practice of cosmetology. It explores hair sculpting and coloring, cosmetology anatomy, cosmetology chemistry, the psychology of selling, salon management principles, and resume writing.