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Chemical Services 1 31502122

4.00 credits

Barber/Cosmetology

$746.80

Examine the structure of the hair and the basics of chemistry in the cosmetology field. Examine the chemicals used and the effects that they have on the hair during the permanent wave application, chemical relaxing, straightening, and curl reformation services. Learners will practice and demonstrate the chemical procedures with safety and sanitation protocols.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/26/2026 – 10/15/2026	08/29/2026	Hybrid	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 – Oct 15 Thursday 08:00 AM - 10:30 AM F116 - Salon Classroom/Lab - F Building Kayla Ackerman Aug 26 – Oct 15 Wednesday 12:30 PM - 03:00 PM F116 - Salon Classroom/Lab - F Building Kayla Ackerman Aug 26 – Oct 15 Wednesday 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM F116 - Salon Classroom/Lab - F Building Kayla Ackerman	$746.80

Dental Chairside 31508302

5.00 credits

Dental

$1,267.67

Prepares dental assistant students to chart oral cavity structures, dental pathology and restorations and to assist a dentist with basic dental procedures including examinations, pain control, amalgam restoration and cosmetic restoration. Students will also develop the ability to educate patients about preventive dentistry, brushing and flossing techniques and dental procedures, using lay terminology.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DA Fall	Open	08/25/2026 – 12/16/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 16 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM 2014 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner Aug 25 – Dec 16 Wednesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM Dental Lab Pod 7 - 1009 - Dental Lab Susan Pernsteiner	$1,267.67

Dental Hygiene Clinic Review - DHP2 47508438

0.40 credits

Dental

$75.00

This course provides a review of introductory level clinical and treatment sequencing. Topics include infection control protocol practice, peer instrumentation, radiographic application on a manikin, as well as ethical practice in the clinic environment. Learners will participate in components of a timed peer prophy. This course requires successful completion of Dental Hygiene Process 1.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD001 Fall	Open	08/12/2026 – 08/13/2026	08/12/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 12 – Aug 13 Thursday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Dental Lab Pod 1 - 1009 - Dental Lab Jana Swenson	$75.00

Dental Hygiene Process 3 10508112

5.00 credits

Dental

$1,421.10

This clinical course builds on and expands the technical/clinical skills student dental hygienists developed in Dental Hygiene Process II. In consultation with the instructor, students apply independent problem-solving skills in the course of providing comprehensive care for calculus case type I, II and III patients and case type 0, I, II and III patients. Dental Hygiene Process III introduces root detoxification using hand and ultra-sonic instruments, laser bacterial reduction, selection of dental implant prophylaxis treatment options and administration of chemotherapeutic agents. Students also adapt care plans in order to accommodate patients with special needs.

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Dental Hygiene Process 4 10508117

4.00 credits

Dental

$874.80

This clinical course builds on and expands the technical/clinical skills student dental hygienists developed in Dental Hygiene Process III. With feedback from the instructor, students manage all aspects of cases in the course of providing comprehensive care for calculus case type 0, 1, 2, and 3 patients and for perio case type 0 I, II, and III patients. Emphasizes maximization of clinical efficiency and effectiveness. Prepares student dental hygienists to demonstrate their clinical skills in a formal examination situation.

1 Course Section

Mastery Salon Services & Job Search 31502126

4.00 credits

Barber/Cosmetology

$746.80

Integrate the theory, practice and reflection of coursework. Provide services to guests in Studio Max Salon. Learners will perform services under the supervision of an instructor. Evaluate time management on service time to reflect industry readiness and manage salon flow efficiently. Learners will complete this course by working and observing on and off campus salon environments. Safety and Infection control will be practiced throughout this course.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Summer	Open	06/01/2026 – 07/30/2026	06/09/2026	Hybrid	Wausau Main Campus	Jun 1 – Jul 30 Tuesday, Wednesday 12:30 PM - 05:00 PM F110 - Salon Lab - F Building Kayla Ackerman Jun 1 – Jul 30 Thursday 12:30 PM - 04:30 PM F110 - Salon Lab - F Building Kayla Ackerman Jun 1 – Jul 30 Monday 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM F110 - Salon Lab - F Building Kayla Ackerman Jun 1 – Jul 30 Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM F110 - Salon Lab - F Building Kayla Ackerman	$746.80

Nail Technology 1 31502123

2.00 credits

Barber/Cosmetology

$373.40

Introduces theoretical concepts in anatomy and physiology related to the profession. The study of the structure, growth, diseases, disorders and conditions of the nail. The study of anatomy of the hand, arm, foot, and leg to effectively apply massage techniques. Safety and infection control practices will be introduced with procedures to be followed with each and every service.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 09/16/2026	08/29/2026	Hybrid	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 24 – Sep 16 Monday 04:00 PM - 08:00 PM F116 - Salon Classroom/Lab - F Building Autumn Laabs Aug 24 – Sep 16 Wednesday 03:00 PM - 08:00 PM F116 - Salon Classroom/Lab - F Building Autumn Laabs	$373.40

Nail Technology 2 31502124

2.00 credits

Barber/Cosmetology

$373.40

Gain skills in manicuring, pedicures, and advanced nail enhancement techniques, including polish application. Learners will determine nail shapes and proper nail care services with safety and infection control. Learners will perform paraffin dips for hands and feet. Advanced techniques will be taught and practiced in this course along with many nail art applications.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	09/21/2026 – 10/14/2026	08/29/2026	Hybrid	Wausau Main Campus	Sep 21 – Oct 14 Monday 03:00 PM - 08:00 PM F114 - Salon Mani/Pedi Lab - F Building Autumn Laabs Sep 21 – Oct 14 Wednesday 04:00 PM - 08:00 PM F114 - Salon Mani/Pedi Lab - F Building Autumn Laabs	$373.40

Nail Technology Clinic 31502125

3.00 credits

Barber/Cosmetology

$560.10

Provides hands-on training in the nail/spa area located in Studio Max. This course will be taught in a lab setting providing nail care services to the public. While providing these services, learners will be practicing safety and infection control with procedures and professionalism required for lawful and effective salon practices. Prep for state boards in this course.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	10/19/2026 – 12/10/2026	10/24/2026	Hybrid	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 19 – Dec 10 Monday, Tuesday 02:30 PM - 08:00 PM F114 - Salon Mani/Pedi Lab - F Building Autumn Laabs Oct 19 – Dec 10 Thursday 03:00 PM - 08:00 PM F114 - Salon Mani/Pedi Lab - F Building Autumn Laabs Oct 19 – Dec 10 Wednesday 03:30 PM - 08:00 PM F114 - Salon Mani/Pedi Lab - F Building Autumn Laabs	$560.10

Oral Anatomy, Embry, Histology 10508102

4.00 credits

Dental

$704.80

Prepares Dental Hygienist students to apply detailed knowledge about oral anatomy to planning, implementation, assessment and evaluation of patient care. Students identify distinguishing characteristics of normal and abnormal dental, head and neck anatomy and its relationship to tooth development, eruption and health.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DH Fall	Open	08/26/2026 – 12/16/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Wednesday 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Jana Swenson Aug 26 – Dec 16 Wednesday 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Jana Swenson	$704.80
#02CC Fall	Open	08/26/2026 – 12/16/2026	08/29/2026	Hybrid Zoom Only	Colby Community College - Kansas	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Wednesday 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM CCC-KS - Colby Community Collg Classroom - Colby Community College - Kansas Jana Swenson	$704.80

Salon Principles And Services 31502104

2.00 credits

Barber/Cosmetology

$373.40

Examine how personality, teamwork, and ethics contribute to both personal and professional success within the cosmetology industry. Through the implementation of safety and infection control practices, learners will execute a positive guest experience including, the greeting of guests and completion of services. Learners will complete this course in an on-campus salon environment.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	10/21/2026 – 12/10/2026	10/24/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 21 – Dec 10 Thursday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM F110 - Salon Lab - F Building Kayla Ackerman Oct 21 – Dec 10 Wednesday 12:30 PM - 03:30 PM F110 - Salon Lab - F Building Kayla Ackerman Oct 21 – Dec 10 Thursday 12:30 PM - 03:00 PM F110 - Salon Lab - F Building Kayla Ackerman	$373.40