2017-2018 Credit Catalog

Cosmetology Certificate (ZCS)

2017-2018

Type: Career, Certificate (CC)

Limited Capacity

Division: Career & Tech Education & Bus


This Cosmetology Program is designed to provide the student with the basics of art, science, and the knowledge and skills needed in the field of cosmetology as well as the general education and fundamentals in management which may be needed in salon operation. The one-year program follows the guidelines outlined by the Board of Registration of Cosmetology. Upon successful completion of 1000 hours of theory and practice required, the student is ready to take the THE MASSACHUSETTS STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY EXAM. To qualify for an operator's license the cosmetologist must pass an examination in both theory and practice. After two years of employment, the graduate may apply for licensure as a cosmetologist with the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Cosmetology.

This program has been relocated to the North Shore Business Center at 30 Log Bridge Road in Middleton, Route 114. Shuttle bus service will be available.

First Year

Term 1

COS801Introduction and Practice of Cosmetology

350 hrs

COS803Theory and Science of Cosmetology 1

54 hrs

COS811Cosmetology Practicum

96 hrs

Term 2

COS802Practice of Cosmetology

132 hrs

COS804Theory and Science of Cosmetology 2

42 hrs

COS812Advanced Cosmetology Practicum

326 hrs

Total Program Hours: 1000