COSMETOLOGY
Uvalde Campus
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Purpose
The Cosmetology program provides graduates with the necessary skills and knowledge to pass the Texas Cosmetology Commission (TCC) Examination and to function as a competent cosmetologist.
Admissions Requirements
In order to be admitted to the Cosmetology program, students must:
1. complete the college admissions application.
2. be at least 17 years of age.
3. provide a high school diploma or the GED certificate. All applicants must have their high school transcripts or GED test scores forwarded to the Registrar's Office.
4. enroll in the student liability insurance program which is included in the
college
registration fees.
5. provide evidence of current Tuberculosis (TB) Test.
Cosmetology Certificate
The Cosmetology certificate is a one-year program, and meets the requirements of the Texas Cosmetology. It is based on a four-semester school year: fall, spring and ten-week summer session. For a description of the courses, see the Course Description section of the catalog.
COSMETOLOGY CERTIFICATE
| Fall Semester Credit | |
| ORIE 0100 New Student Orientation | Required of all students, does not count toward certificate. |
| CSME 1401 Orientation to Cosmetology | 4 |
| CSME 1405 Fundamentals of Cosmetology | 4 |
| CSME 1443 Manicuring and Related Theory | 4 |
| CSME 1248 Principles of Skin Care | 2 |
| CSME 1310
Introduction to Haircutting and Related Theory |
3 |
| Total | 17 |
| Spring Semester Credit | |
|
CSME 2310 Intermediate Haircutting and |
3 |
|
CSME 1453 Chemical Reformation and Related |
4 |
|
CSME 2401 Principles of Hair Coloring and |
4 |
|
CSME 2439 Advanced Hair Design |
4 |
|
Total |
15 |
|
Summer Session Credit |
|
|
CSME 2337 Advanced
Cosmetology |
3 |
|
CSME 2343 Salon Development |
3 |
|
CSME 2441 Preparation for
Texas Cosmetology |
4 |
|
Total |
10 |
|
Total Hours for Cosmetology Certificate |
42 |
Instructor Certificate
This program consists of the courses listed below. View the Course Description for details.
| Fall Semester Credit | |
|
ORIE 0100 New Student Orientation |
|
|
CSME 1435 Orientation to the Instruction Of Cosmetology |
4 |
|
CSME 1434 Cosmetology Instructor I |
4 |
|
CSME 2414 Cosmetology Instructor II |
4 |
|
Total |
12 |
| Spring Semester Credit | |
|
CSME 2415 Cosmetology Instructor III |
4 |
|
CSME 2444 Cosmetology Instructor IV |
4 |
|
CSME 2445 Instructional Theory and Clinic Operation |
4 |
|
Total |
12 |
|
Total Hours for Instructor's Certificate |
24 |
Tuition and Fees
Students enrolled in the program pay the regular college tuition and fees. They can also expect to pay the following additional expenses: (approximate cost)
|
TCC Permit |
25.00 |
|
Equipment |
267.00 |
|
Books |
152.00 |
|
Uniforms |
26.00 |
|
Nail Kit |
41.00 |
Withdrawal and Dismissal Policy
The SWTJC Cosmetology Department reserves the right to request at anytime the
withdrawal or dismissal of any student whose health, conduct, personal qualities
or scholastic records indicate that it would be inadvisable for the student to
continue in the program. A student wishing to withdraw from the program is
required to:
1. complete the withdrawal procedure for the Department of Cosmetology as outlined in the student handbook.
2. complete the withdrawal procedure for SWTJC as stated in the college catalog.
Graduation Requirements
Cosmetology students may participate in the graduation exercises. The
student will be eligible for graduation and a certificate upon
satisfactorily completing the program. The student is responsible for making
formal application for graduation (see Curricula section). Satisfactory
completion will qualify the student to take the Texas Cosmetology
Examination for the Cosmetology Operator License.
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COSMETOLOGY INSTRUCTOR
The Cosmetology Instructor program provides graduates with the skills and knowledge necessary to pass the instructor examination administered by the Texas Cosmetology and to serve the cosmetology industry in the teaching field. Only licensed cosmetologists can enroll in the Instructor program.
Admission Requirements
In order to be admitted to this program, the student must:
1. complete the college admission application.
2. Provide evidence of current tuberculosis (TB) test.
3. provide a high school diploma or the GED certificate. All applicants must
have their high school
transcripts or GED test scores forwarded to the
Registrar's Office.
4. enroll in the student liability insurance which is included in college registration fee.
5. hold a valid cosmetology license, Texas Cosmetology.
Tuition and Fees
Students enrolled in the program pay the regular college tuition and fees.
They can also expect to pay the following additional expenses:
|
TCC Permit |
25.00 |
|
Equipment |
125.00 |
|
Books |
75.00 |
|
Uniforms |
30.00 |
|
Student Liability Insurance |
19.00 |
|
TCC Rule Book |
18.00 |
|
TOTAL |
$292.00 |
Withdrawal and Dismissal Policy
The SWTJC Cosmetology Department reserves the right to request at anytime the withdrawal or dismissal of any student whose health, conduct, personal qualities or scholastic records indicate that it would be inadvisable for the student to continue in the program. A student wishing to withdraw from the program is required to:
1. complete the withdrawal procedure for the Department of Cosmetology as outlined in the student handbook.
2. complete the withdrawal procedure for SWTJC as stated in the college catalog.
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