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This program prepares students for licensing as a Cosmetologist, Esthetician, and Manicurist. The Cosmetology program involves 1600 hours of comprehensive training in beauty services. The Esthetician program focuses on training in skin care treatment and techniques. The Manicurist program provides training in various services related to nails.

A program in Spa Technician Training is also available. Students learn skills and knowledge related to therapies and treatments for employment in the rapidly expanding Spa Services Industry.

Courses in the Cosmetology programs focus on theoretical foundation, practical manipulative skills, business knowledge, and the professional and ethical training needed for licensing through the State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. Prepared with excellent entry-level skills, students are able to work in many facets of the beauty industry.

ADMISSIONS PROCEDURES AND REQUIREMENTS
The Associate in Science degree with a major in Cosmetology or the Cosmetology Certificate Program requires the completion of a special application packet to be considered for admission. Admission applications are not considered for acceptance until all documents listed have been completed and received by the Cosmetology Department. All requirements must be submitted as soon as possible. The following components of the application packet are required:

  1. Completed Cosmetology Program application.

  2. Completed Skyline College English & Math Placement Tests. The English Placement Test may be waived for those students who have completed an AA or BS degree.

  3. Submit transcripts from former colleges.

  4. Signed Cosmetology Program contract, statement as to why you are enrolling in the program, personal reference.

  5. Completed Skyline College Application

  6. Complete all college matriculation requirements if you wish to pursue an AA or BS degree upon completion of Cosmetology Program.

Send to:
Skyline College, Cosmetology Dept.
Pacific Heights Building
3300 College Drive
San Bruno, CA 94066

We look forward to meeting you in the near future.
Skyline Cosmetology Department

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DEGREES & CERTIFICATES

 Cosmetology Degree

 Cosmetology Certificate

 Esthetician Certificate

 Manicuring Certificate

 Also Spa Technician Training

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ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE WITH A
MAJOR IN COSMETOLOGY

Required Core Courses

Units

COSM 700 Cosmetology Concepts & Practice I

8

COSM 710 Cosmetology Concepts & Practice II

6

COSM 720 Cosmetology Concepts & Practice III

6

COSM 730 Cosmetology Concepts & Practice IV

8

COSM 740 Cosmetology Concepts & Practice V

8-12

Additional units may be completed in the following:

COSM 665 Selected Topics in Cosmetology

 

COSM 690 Special Projects

 

COSM 750 Cosmetology Brush-up

 

COSM 782 Advanced Cosmetology Concepts

 

TOTAL REQUIRED UNITS IN MAJOR AREA

40

Plus General Education and other requirements for the Associate degree (refer to Associate Degree Requirements).
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COSMETOLOGY CERTIFICATE

The program is open to both men and women and enables completion in three semesters including a four-week summer session. Class sessions are from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. New students are admitted at the beginning of the semester and at mid-semester. Upon completion of the 1600-hour program, students are eligible for the Cosmetology certificate and are qualified to apply for licensing through the California State Board of Cosmetology

Suggested High School preparation: Art, Chemistry, Business courses, General Science, and Speech.

The Associate in Science degree with a major in Cosmetology or the Cosmetology Certificate Program requires the completion of a special application to be considered for admission.

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Required Courses

Units

COSM 700 Cosmetology Concepts & Practice I

8

COSM 710 Cosmetology Concepts & Practice II

6

COSM 720 Cosmetology Concepts & Practice III

6

COSM 730 Cosmetology Concepts & Practice IV

8

COSM 740 Cosmetology Concepts & Practice V

8-12

Additional units may be completed in the following:

COSM 665 Selected Topics in Cosmetology

 

COSM 690 Special Projects

 

COSM 750 Cosmetology Brush-up

 

COSM 782 Advanced Cosmetology Concepts

 

TOTAL REQUIRED UNITS

40

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ESTHETICIAN CERTIFICATE

The program is open to both men and women. Upon completion of the 600-hour program, students are eligible for the Esthetician Certificate and are qualified to apply for licensing through the California State Board of Cosmetology. Read more about it.
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Required Courses

Units

COSM 775 Esthetician

16

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MANICURING CERTIFICATE

The program is open to both men and women. Upon completion of the 400-hour program, students are eligible for the manicuring certificate and are qualified to apply for licensing through the California State Board of Cosmetology.
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Required Courses

Units

COSM 754 Manicuring

10


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