Cosmetology

The Cosmetology program trains the student in all phases of cosmetology. The cosmetology program is under the curriculum guidelines of the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation also offers the student a shampoo apprentice certificate in partnership with business salon owners. Upon successful completion of the cosmetology courses, the student will earn a certificate from Del Mar College and will be eligible to take a written and practical exam given by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. A Cosmetology Advisory Committee assists the college officials in the implementation of the program curriculum and job entry level needs in the industry. Students must complete all required Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation practical skills and 1500 clock hours in three semesters. Students entering the Cosmetology Certificate Program must comply with the sequential order of course listing.

CERTIFICATE: COSMETOLOGY (Suggested Occupational Plan)

FIRST SEMESTER		Lec.	Lab	Sem. Hrs.	Clock Hours
CSME 1330	Orientation to Nail Technology	1	8	3	144
CSME 1405	Fundamentals of Cosmetology	2	8	4	160
CSME 1310	Introduction to Haircutting Related Theory	1	8	3	144
TECM 1301	Industrial Mathematics	3	0	3	48

SECOND SEMESTER
CSME 1451	Artistry of Hair, Theory and Practice	2	8	4	160
CSME 1453	Chemical Reformation and Related Theory	2	8	4	160
CSME 2401	The Principles of Hair Coloring and Related Theory	2	8	4	160
SPCR 1301	Communications for Trades	3	0	3	48

THIRD SEMESTER
CSME 2439	Advanced Hair Design	2	8	4	160
CSME 2310	Advanced Haircutting and Related Theory	1	8	3	144
CSME 2337	Advanced Cosmetology Techniques	1	8	3	144
CSME 2441	Preparation for the State Licensing Examination (Capstone)	2	8	4	160

	Total Semester Hours for Certificate			42

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