Cosmetology, AAS

Program Requirements

Program Information

General Requirements for Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates

See Century College Policy 3.17.0.1

Program Note

Passing results from state licensing exams and course completion certificate are required to apply for licensure.

Transfer, Articulation Agreements, and Partnerships

See the Century College website for information regarding transfer.
This program is intended primarily for employment preparation rather than transfer to a four-year institution. Some courses may not transfer to a number of four-year colleges. If you are considering the possibility of transfer, you may wish to talk with your advisor, counselor, or program instructor before registering to discuss your goals, look at programs designed for transfer, and develop a plan.

Program Learning Outcomes

At the end of this program students will be able to:

• Apply academic and skill proficiency at an entry level for hair, skin, and nail care services.
• Demonstrate effective and appropriate communication with clients.
• Analyze clients’ needs and preferences, recommending products and services as appropriate.
• Identify and interpret Minnesota cosmetology rules and laws.
• Apply ethical business practices in the salon.
• Demonstrate proper safety and sanitation, safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous waste as governed by Minnesota laws and rules.
• Apply knowledge and skills during the state practical and written exam process.
• Use oral, written, and critical thinking skills to help them with their professional and management responsibilities.

Program Contact Information

Sample Plan

Please note that this is a sample course sequence. Individual schedules will vary depending upon student needs, goals, and availability. Students are recommended to meet with their advisor, counselor, or faculty program instructors to create an individualized plan that includes prerequisites and application requirements. For detailed program information see the Century College website. This information is subject to change.

Note

This information is subject to change. Changes and updates are posted on century.edu

Century College is a member of Minnesota State. We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and educator.
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Certification Disclosures

Program Code/ID and Approved Name

5873: Cosmetology

Award

AAS

A list of states where the program curriculum meets state educational requirements for licensure or certification.

Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Wisconsin

A list of states where the program curriculum does not meet state educational requirements for licensure or certification.

Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kentucky, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Carolina, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, West Virginia, Wyoming

A list of states where the institution has not made a determination.

N/A