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Cosmetology

Cosmetology

Cosmetology focuses on chemical texturizing, coloring, cutting, styling, manicuring, pedicuring, artificial nails, and skin care. The classroom experience includes work on mannequins, other students, and the public. Salon management, anatomy, sanitation, chemistry, electricity, and state laws are areas of focus. Students earn 1250 hours of instruction and are eligible to test to become a licensed cosmetologist in Pennsylvania.

  • TECHNICAL SKILLS

    • Hair care – chemical texturizing, coloring, cutting, and styling 
    • Nail care –manicure, pedicure & artificial
    • Skin care – facials, makeup, and hair removal
    • Sanitation and PA State Board of Cosmetology rules and regulations
    • Salon management

     

    PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

    • Communication
    • Teamwork 
    • Time management 
    • Problem-Solving 
    • Organization 
    • Creativity 
    • Social Skills 
    • Adaptability

  • CAREER PATHWAYS

    • Cosmetologist 
    • Nail Technician
    • Esthetician 
    • Lash Specialist
    • Cosmetology Instructor 
    • Platform Artist
    • Sales Consultant

  • CERTIFICATIONS

    • State Board of Cosmetology Examination – Upon successful program completion.
    • Cosmetologist License
    • Career Safe OSHA certification

     

    COLLEGE CREDITS

    Earning college credits while completing a Career Tech program.

  • PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

    • Ability to use computers 
    • Creative team player 
    • Great customer service and people skills 
    • Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn
    • Open Minded and adaptability to any situation
    • Stamina and dexterity 
    • Good grooming habits 
    • Effective Listening 
    • Passionate about the career path 
    • Attendance is critical

     

    UNIFORMS

    A CareerTech gray or blue t-shirt is required. In addition, the following CareerTech items may also be purchased: Crew neck sweatshirt, gray or blue embroidered ¼ zip sweatshirt (special order), or zip fleece. Uniforms may be ordered online or purchased at the school store.

    Black scrub pants. May be purchased from vendor of your choice.

    Solid black leather, athletic shoes OR solid on the top/no holes, black Croc style shoes with black soles.

     

    OUT-OF-POCKET COSTS

    • School Uniforms
    • Lab Kit – Approximately $300

     

    WHAT ELSE TO KNOW

    Attendance is critical in Cosmetology to achieve the 1250-hour requirement.

Casey Fore

Mrs. Fore is a CareerTech alumnus of the Cosmetology program. She worked in a successful salon after earning her Cosmetology license. Mrs. Fore later returned to CareerTech as an adult and earned her Cosmetology Teacher License. She has over ten years of industry experience.

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Kim Norton

Ms. Norton is a CareerTech alumnus of the Cosmetology program. She returned to CareerTech as an adult student and earned her Cosmetology Instructor License. She has over ten years of industry experience including business ownership and holds over twenty industry certifications.

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