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Cosmetology

Grades 11, 12 • 2 Units/Semester/Year

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Students must be 11th graders to enroll. Cosmetology I students must maintain an overall yearly average of 78 in order to enroll in Cosmetology IIA/B as seniors.  Fee:  $350 for Cosmetology kit

*In accordance with state licensing requirements, the student must provide a copy of their

Social Security card to the center prior to beginning the program.

The Cosmetology program is designed to train the student in the selection and use of beauty products and equipment, hygiene and sanitation, ethical and legal requirements, and manipulative skills performed in the beauty salon.  Over the two-year period students will become involved in classroom and practical training, enabling students to take the theory and practical examination by the South Carolina State Board of Cosmetic Art Examiners in the spring of their senior year to become licensed cosmetologists.  Not only will students learn to cut and style hair, but they will also learn to perform facials, manicures, special conditioning treatments, permanent waving, chemical relaxing, hair color and bleach, plus other chemistry. 

 Note:  Cosmetology I students must pay approximately $350 for cosmetology kit by June 12, 2009 to ensure a slot in class.


Instructors: Mrs. Gayle Cherry & Ms Claudine Casey