Cosmetology

Program Description

Cosmetologists perform a variety of beauty services which cover all phases of the beauty culture such as manicuring, shampooing, hair styling, make-up application, temporary and permanent hair waving, hair straightening, bleaching and tinting, and various skin and scalp treatments. Cosmetologists often specialize in any one or more of these services. The art of hairstyling is no longer the major activity in the cosmetology industry. It has grown to be an increasingly complex and artistic profession. Strong human relations skills and the ability to communicate with people are of major importance. 

Aptitudes and Interests: Good hand, finger and eye dexterity combined with artistic and creative skills enhance the ability to succeed in this field. Communication and human relation skills are also invaluable.

Program Overview

• Program accepts students in August and January
• Typical classroom hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Program admits 20 students each semester
• Program has a mandatory summer session

Degree Options

Cosmetology Advanced Technical Certificate (1.5 years)

• Course Sequence - Cosmetology Advanced Technical Certificate
• Costs

Nail Technology Basic Technical Certificate (.5 year)

• Course Sequence - Basic Technical Certificate: Nail Technology
• Costs

• Summer early 8 Weeks
• *Must hold current Idaho Cosmetology License

Cosmetology Instructor Training (14 Semester Hours)

• Candidates assume instructional and management responsibilities in supervised settings, including lesson planning, audio visual aid preparation, theory instruction, practical demonstration, testing and evaluation, and clinic floor supervision.
• *Must hold current Idaho Cosmetology License

Career Opportunities

• Salon ownership
• Barbering
• Beauty salons and spas
• Retails/sales
• Platform artists for companies
• Makeup artists
• Teaching as a State licensed Instructor

Attendance and Hours for Cosmetology

1st semester a minimum of 571 hours , minimum grade of 75% in 116 & 117 and business in order to move to 2nd semester.  Missing the mark in any one of these will keep the student from moving forward to 2nd semester.  

2nd semester a minimum of 571 hours, a minimum of 75% grade in 126 & 127 and business  in order to move to either the summer section or 3rd semester.  ( depending on your  cohort) Missing the mark in any one of these will keep the student from moving forward to the 3rd semester or summer section. (depending on your cohort)

3rd semester a minimum of 571 hours, a minimum grade of 75% in 236 & 237 & business to graduate.  Missing the mark in any one of these will result in not graduating and returning.  

Summer section a minimum of 287 hours, a minimum grade of 75% is needed to move onto your next class which depends on your cohort.

Minimum Test Scores