Cosmetic Science, Associate of Applied Science
Cosmetic Science programs have continued full approval from the Arkansas Department of Health - Cosmetology Division.
The matrix below is a sample plan for all coursework required for this program.
| First Semester | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| COS 1101 | Hygiene and Sanitation I | 1 |
| COS 1107 | Hairdressing I with Laboratory | 7 |
| COS 1121 | Related Science I | 1 |
| COS 1131 | Manicuring I | 1 |
| COS 1141 | Cosmetic Therapy I | 1 |
| COS 1151 | Salesmanship, Shop Management, and Shop Deportment I | 1 |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| Spring or Fall | ||
| COS 1201 | Hygiene and Sanitation II | 1 |
| COS 1207 | Hairdressing II with Laboratory | 7 |
| COS 1221 | Related Science II | 1 |
| COS 1231 | Manicuring II | 1 |
| COS 1241 | Cosmetic Therapy II | 1 |
| COS 1251 | Salesmanship, Shop Management, and Shop Deportment II | 1 |
| BST 1303 or CIS 1113 |
Introduction to Computers or Fundamental Computer Operation |
3 |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| Fall or Spring | ||
| COS 2301 | Hygiene and Sanitation III | 1 |
| COS 2307 | Hairdressing III with Laboratory | 7 |
| COS 2321 | Related Science III | 1 |
| COS 2331 | Manicuring III | 1 |
| COS 2341 | Cosmetic Therapy III | 1 |
| COS 2351 | Salesmanship, Shop Management, and Shop Deportment III | 1 |
| ENGL 1013 | Composition I | 3 |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| 1st Summer Session | ||
| COS 2404 | Theory and Practical Application | 4 |
| COS 2403 | Salon Business Operations | 3 |
| Hours | 7 | |
| Fifth Semester | ||
| Elective Credit | 2 | |
| SS 1XXX | Social Science Courses | 3 |
| ENGL 1023 | Composition II | 3 |
| TMAT 1203 | Technical Mathematics | 3 |
| Hours | 11 | |
| Total Hours | 60 | |
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See appropriate alternatives or substitutions in "General Education Requirements".
Approved Electives may include: BST 1013 Word Processing, BST 1033 Administrative Support Procedures, BST 1043 Professional Communication, BST 1073 Accounting, BST 2143 Introduction to Management, BST 2213 Human Relations Principles and Practices, BST 2513 Introduction to Human Resources Management, BST 2163 Desktop Publishing
Students who complete the program will demonstrate:
- Successfully complete required coursework equivalent to 1500 hours, according to the Arkansas State Department of Health, Cosmetology Division, regulations.
- Be prepared to successfully pass the written and practical Cosmetology State Board Exams.
- Demonstrate safety, sanitation, and infection control procedures.
- Perform hair care services for all types of hair including hair analysis, hair cutting, hairstyling, hair coloring and lightening, permanent waving and chemical relaxing; apply knowledge of hair chemistry to create solutions.
- Perform natural nail services including manicuring and pedicuring.
- Perform basic skin care services including skin analysis, facials, makeup application, and hair removal.
- Perform salon business such as front desk operations, dispensary inventory and loss prevention practices.
- Demonstrate professional behavior.
- Demonstrate exemplary customer service skills, attention to personal hygiene and image, and participate in mentor/mentee rapport.
- Demonstrate self-management and social-awareness skills.
- Demonstrate professional development skills
- Build a resume and develop interviewing skills
- Identify foundational practices for starting a salon business
- Explain the importance of licensure and maintaining annual professional development related to the field of cosmetic science.