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Cosmetology
Degree: Associate of Applied Science or Occupational Certificate

Cosmetology is made up of courses in cosmetology, manicuring/nail tech, and instructor training, and is dedicated to providing a solid foundation in the arts and disciplines of
these subjects. This department offers students the options of either the ten-month full-time or two-year Associate of Applied Science Degree. They also offer a part-time two year
certificate or AAS Degree. The certificate permits the student to take a state Cosmetology
Examination to obtain a license. After the student has completed 360 hours of schooling, appointments with clients may be scheduled to simulate a professional day in the typical salon.

The student interested in this program must meet the requirements of trainees and the minimum hours of various activities as established by the Kansas Board of Cosmetology.
Graduates must pass the state examination before they can be issued a license to practice in the state of Kansas. All students enrolled in the Cosmetology program must meet the
ICC admission guidelines.

Purpose of the Program:

The Cosmetology program provides training on a vocational level for men and women interested in preparing themselves for employment in the field of Cosmetology.

Length of the Course:

The Kansas Board of Cosmetology regulations set the length of the full-time Cosmetology program at not more than 12 months of continuous training with completion of 1500
clock hours of training.

Plan of Study:

First Session:
Course Title              Clock Hours          Credit Hours
Cosmetology I                 375                      11
Cosmetology II                375                      11
Term Total                       750                      22

Second Session:
Course Title               Clock Hours         Credit Hours
Cosmetology III              375                        11
Cosmetology Iv               375                        11
Term Total                      750                        22
TOTAL                          1500                      44

Fulltime Cosmetology classes start every January & August and must be completed in 12 months. Attendance is mandatory.

AAS = Cosmetology hours + 20 additional hours required of which 15 must be General Education (English Comp I, Bus. Math, Speech or Interpersonal Communication, Computer Concepts and 6 additional General Ed. hours.)

ALL ENROLLMENT IS DONE AT THE COSMETOLOGY SCHOOL