The Cosmetology Technical Diploma is a 39 Credit program. The following is a typical semester breakdown of the courses within the program.

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Credit for Prior Learning Available

College 101 (10890165)

1.00

Examines proven strategies designed to help learners achieve greater personal, academic, and professional success. Learners will apply personal responsibility thinking and behaviors; self- management, awareness, and motivation strategies; as well as interdependence skills to develop a proactive life plan.

NTC Assessments Offered:

Haircutting 1 (31502120)

4.00

Examine areas of the head and how to design haircuts and styles on different head shapes. Understanding haircutting essentials that include form and techniques will help the learner to develop a plan to execute the desired haircut. Perform haircuts that include shears, clipper cutting, shear over comb, and finishing techniques such as point cutting, texturizing, and blending. Apply and demonstrate steam towels with all haircuts. Safety and infection control will be practiced throughout this course.

Conditions

Students who specified one or more of these Programs of Study or Program Foci: Cosmetology

Haircutting 2 (31502101)

4.00

Perform short haircuts that include clipper cutting, shear over comb and finishing techniques such as point cutting, texturizing and blending. Consultation and special grooming techniques such as facial waxing, and grooming of eyebrows will also be practiced. Safety and infection control will be practiced throughout the course.

Conditions

Students who specified one or more of these Programs of Study or Program Foci: Cosmetology

Salon Principles And Services (31502104)

2.00

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.

Conditions

Students who specified one or more of these Programs of Study or Program Foci: Cosmetology

Elements In Hair Design (31502106)

2.00

Develop skills in wet hairstyling to include: finger waves, pin curls, and roller sets. Develop dry hairstyling skills. Apply techniques and implement safety in thermal hairstyling skills to include: thermal curling and thermal straightening. Explore special occasion styling techniques and the implements used.

Conditions

Students who specified one or more of these Programs of Study or Program Foci: Cosmetology

Chemical Services 1 (31502122)

4.00

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.

Conditions

Students who specified one or more of these Programs of Study or Program Foci: Cosmetology

Nail Technology (31502103)

2.00

Examine the structure, growth, diseases, disorders and conditions of the nail. Infection control procedures will be examined and practiced to protect the client and practitioner. Anatomy of the hand, arm, foot and leg will be examined to effectively apply massage techniques relating to nail services. Demonstrate manicure and pedicure services to include polish application, nail art and nail enhancements.

Conditions

Students who specified one or more of these Programs of Study or Program Foci: Cosmetology

Industry Credentials Accepted:
  • Current State of Wisconsin Manicurist License

Salon Services And Implementation (31502108)

2.00

Provide services to Studio Max guests under the supervision of an instructor. Learners will complete the following services in a salon setting: manicuring, pedicuring, cutting, styling, scalp treatments, and hair coloring. Competencies will include determining how a front desk is run, along with the importance of inventory control and record keeping. Safety and infection control will be practiced throughout this course.

Conditions

Student has completed or is in process of completing all of the following course(s): BARBER 31502104 - Salon Principles And Services

Proficient Salon Services (31502109)

3.00

Provide services to guests at Studio Max, under supervision of an instructor. A full menu of services will be provided. Analyze time management on service timing and manage efficient salon flow. Safety and infection control will be practiced throughout this course.

Conditions

Student has completed or is in process of completing all of the following course(s): BARBER 31502108 - Salon Services And Implementat

Basic Esthetics (31502110)

2.00

Identify anatomy and terminology related to skincare, products and treatments. Facial services to include: application of cleanser, toner, masque and moisturizer. Massage techniques will be exercised and applied throughout this course. Discuss and apply makeup applications and their tools. Demonstrate safety and infection control procedures for facial and skin care services. Linking advanced skin care procedures such as microdermabrasion, electrology, laser hair removal, facial peels, and dermal esthetics.

Conditions

Students who specified one or more of these Programs of Study or Program Foci: Cosmetology

Industry Credentials Accepted:
  • Current State of Wisconsin Aesthetician License

Salon Anatomy And Physiology (31502118)

2.00

TBD

Conditions

Students who specified one or more of these Programs of Study or Program Foci: Cosmetology

Board Prep (31502128)

2.00

Examine and review all state board required procedures and theoretical-based material. Prepare for state board examination with multiple theory based examinations and practice for practical procedures. Conclude the course with a practical and written assessment of all state board subjects. Prepare and submit materials for state board exams.

Conditions

Students who specified one or more of these Programs of Study or Program Foci: Cosmetology

Chemical Services 2 (31502121)

3.00

Examine the color wheel and the theory behind “Law of Color”. Identify the differences between temporary, semi, or demi-permanent, permanent hair color, and lighteners. Explore and apply highlights and lowlights. Examine and apply placement techniques to include: foiling, balayage, ombre, and trend colors. The learners will experience advanced color formulation and color correction procedures. Safety and infection control will be practiced throughout this course.  

Conditions

Students who specified one or more of these Programs of Study or Program Foci: Cosmetology

Mastery Salon Services & Job Search (31502126)

4.00

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.

Conditions

Student has completed all of the following course(s): BARBER 31502109 - Proficient Salon Services

Salon Operations (31502135)

1.00

Explore different types of salons available for future employment. Develop a portfolio including a resume, cover letter, and other pictures to use when seeking employment. Examine the aspects of successful salon ownership and management. Create and build a salon outline. Complete job shadowing in a community-based salon while under the supervision of a licensed cosmetologist.

Conditions

Students who specified one or more of these Programs of Study or Program Foci: Cosmetology

Cosmetology Laws (31502127)

1.00

Explore barber/cosmetology state statutes and rules in order to safely perform services in the industry. Discuss the information within the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services statutes relating to the practice of barbering and cosmetology. Assess how to incorporate the statues in a salon setting.

Conditions

Students who specified one or more of these Programs of Study or Program Foci: Cosmetology

Test-Out Option Term Definitions

Test

An exam that is scored by faculty or staff in NTC’s Testing Center.

Skill Demonstration

A performance of your expertise that is evaluated by faculty.

Combination: Test & Skill Demonstration

A combination of both a test and a skill demonstration.

Portfolio

A collection and explanation of your past learning through work or life experience.

Have Questions?

If you have questions about this program, please contact our Career Coaches at 715.803.1645.

If you have further questions regarding our Credit for Prior Learning options, please contact Student Records at studentrecords@ntc.edu or 715.803.1796.