About the Program
The AS degree in Cosmetology is a minimum 1,000 hour course of study designed to meet the State of California Cosmetology Act. Butte College offers a two semester course of study to meet the curricular requirement mandated by the State Board of Barbering & Cosmetology that will enable a successful student to also earn a Certificate of Achievement, meet state licensing requirements for curricular training, result in 28.5 units of college credit and prepare students to pass the written state examination for licensure to practice cosmetology in the State of California.
No additional general education, competency, or district requirements need be completed for the certificate of achievement, although students may also complete additional general education requirements to receive an Associate’s Degree if they wish.
In order to obtain a Cosmetologist License and practice Cosmetology in the State of California, students must be at least 17 years of age, have completed the 10th grade in California public schools or equivalent*, successfully complete the State Board of Barbering & Cosmetology approved 1,000+ course hours of study and pass the state examination. The written state examinations are administered through the Department of Consumer Affairs Bureau of Barbering and Cosmetology.
*To receive federal financial aid, students must have graduated from high school or completed a GED. Contact the Cosmetology Department for more information.
Job opportunities in the field of cosmetology include working for chain and/or independent salons and spas, department store salons and cosmetic departments, beauty supply stores, retail and wholesale selling, spas and salons on luxury cruise ships, product representatives, research and development, salon manager, owners, educators, freelance stylist, hair and makeup services in television and film industry.
Admission to the Program:
To enroll in this program, potential students should contact the Butte College Cosmetology and Barbering School at (530) 895-2202.
Program Requirements
Program Code: 01370.00AS
Type: Career
General Education: Butte Local
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this program, the student will be able to:
Safely and accurately use all equipment and products relating to the Cosmetology industry.
Demonstrate the most current methods and procedures using professional tools and equipment within the Cosmetology industry.
Apply necessary health and safety rules.
Communicate effectively and appropriately within the Cosmetology industry.
Perform all tasks and skills in an orderly manner, establishing the methodical habits without sacrificing artistic skills.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Cosmetology Program
Unit(s): 3.00
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
51.00 hours Lecture
Out of Class Hours: 102.00
Total Course Hours: 153.00
This course will teach standard health, safety, and sanitation practices in cosmetology, barbering, manicuring, and esthetics. Students will understand agency standards and state board requirements for beauty professionals servicing the general public.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Cosmetology Program
Unit(s): 4.00
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
0.00 hours Lecture
/ 215.00 hours Lab
Total Course Hours: 215.00
This course will teach standard health, safety, and sanitation practices in cosmetology, barbering, manicuring, and esthetics. Students will demonstrate state board practices for beauty professionals while servicing the general public.
Corequisite(s): COS 10, COS 11
Unit(s): 2.50
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
0.00 hours Lecture
/ 138.00 hours Lab
Total Course Hours: 138.00
In this course students will develop and demonstrate basic nail procedures. Topics are to include analyzation, treatment, creation, maintenance and removal of nail enhancements, including gel polish, wraps, repairs, acrylic and UV light cured gel enhancements. Students will work towards California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology minimum practical hours and operations in subjects learned.
Corequisite(s): COS 10, COS 11
Unit(s): 4.00
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
0.00 hours Lecture
/ 215.00 hours Lab
Total Course Hours: 215.00
In this course students will develop their skills in all aspects of hair cutting and styling. Topics include client consultation, applying industry standard health and safety protocols, haircutting, and formal styling. Students will work towards California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology minimum practical operations in subjects learned.
Corequisite(s): COS 21
Unit(s): 3.00
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
51.00 hours Lecture
Out of Class Hours: 102.00
Total Course Hours: 153.00
In this course students will develop and demonstrate the basics of chemistry, chemical texture services, and fundamentals of haircoloring. Students will work towards California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology minimum practical operations in subjects learned.
Corequisite(s): COS 20
Unit(s): 4.00
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
0.00 hours Lecture
/ 215.00 hours Lab
Total Course Hours: 215.00
In this course students will develop and demonstrate the basics of chemistry, chemical texture services, and the fundamentals of haircoloring. Students will work towards California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology minimum practical operations in the subjects learned.
Prerequisite(s): COS 10, COS 11
Unit(s): 4.00
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
0.00 hours Lecture
/ 215.00 hours Lab
Total Course Hours: 215.00
In this course students will develop knowledge and skills necessary to understand the nature of skin care and show proficiency in skin related services. Topics include skin disorders and diseases, skin structure, growth, and nutrition, advanced skin care, facials. Students will work towards California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology minimum practical operations in subjects learned.
Prerequisite(s): COS 19
Unit(s): 4.00
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
0.00 hours Lecture
/ 215.00 hours Lab
Total Course Hours: 215.00
In this course students will develop and demonstrate core hairdressing skills. Emphasis is placed on client draping, shampooing and conditioning, fundamentals of hair design and basic hairstyling techniques. Students will work towards California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology minimum hours and operations in subjects learned.
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Contacts
Felicia Flores, Chair
(530) 895-2344
Department Office: Cosmetology and Barbering Center
(530) 895-2202
Counseling and Advising:
(530) 895-2378
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