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Cosmetology 36 Credit Technical Diploma

The Cosmetology Technical Diploma program includes theoretical and practical instruction to develop skills in the following areas: basic and specialty haircutting; perming, coloring, and chemical relaxing; manicuring, pedicuring, and nail enhancement application; facials, waxing, lash extensions, and makeup artistry, hair designing and styling; implements and equipment; bacteriology and sanitation; anatomy and physiology, diseases, and disorders of hair, skin and nails; barber-cosmetology chemistry; shampooing; salon operations management and state laws and rules.

Learners receive training in barbering and cosmetology, and may be licensed to practice in either area.

Found in These Career Fields:

Human Services

Approximate Cost

$9,424
Tuition: $6357 , Books: $3067

Starting Salary

$18,103–$25,671
Average, according to Economic Modeling Specialists International

Financial Aid

Available
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A view of NTC's Studio Max Salon, where students learn and practice cosmetology. The space is clean and brightly lit, featuring 20 styling stations, as well as shampoo stations, manicure/pedicure chairs,and facial tables.
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Courses for this program may be available at a variety of campus locations through multiple modes of delivery if you meet the admission requirements and prerequisites.

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Outcomes

Graduates will be able to…

  • Perform skin care services
  • Perform chemical services
  • Perform nail services
  • Develop business practices for industry
  • Perform shampoo, haircut, and style service

Careers

Some of the potential careers graduates can pursue are:

  • Esthetician
  • Barber
  • Hair Stylist
  • Nail Technician
  • Cosmetologist

Courses

The Cosmetology Technical Diploma is a 36 Credit program. The following is a typical semester breakdown of the courses within the program.

First Term

COLLEGE 101 1.00
NAIL TECHNOLOGY 2.00
ELEMENTS IN HAIR DESIGN 2.00
BASIC ESTHETICS 2.00
HAIRCUTTING 4.00
CHEMICAL SERVICES 3.00
HAIRCOLOR 3.00

Second Term

SALON PRINCIPLES AND SERVICES 3.00
SALON SERVICES AND IMPLEMENTATION 3.00
PROFICIENT SALON SERVICES 3.00
SALON OPERATIONS 2.00
SALON SAFETY AND SANITATION 1.00
SALON ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY 1.00

Third Term

MASTERY SALON SERVICES 3.00
COSMETOLOGY LAWS 2.00
BOARD PREP 1.00

Credit for Prior Learning Available

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Licensure/Certification Information

NTC's Cosmetology Technical Diploma is designed to meet the State of Wisconsin's licensing criteria. However, NTC has not made a determination whether this program meets licensure requirements in states other than Wisconsin. Students who may be seeking professional licensure or certification in states other than Wisconsin should contact the appropriate licensing board in that state to verify that the NTC program meets licensure or certification requirements.

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