Barber/Cosmetologist
Program Number:
315021
One-Year Technical Diploma
Program Website:
Program Courses offered at the following Campuses:
About
Students receive training in barbering and cosmetology and may be licensed to practice in either area. A COMPASS or equivalent assessment test is required before registration.
Admissions
Requirements for Program Application
The following is required to process your application:
- High School transcript - or
- HSED/GED Test Scores - or
- College transcript showing an Associate Degree, Bachelor's or higher Degree
Requirements for Program Eligibility for the Current Academic Year
The following are required to be eligible for the program*:
- COMPASS test or equivalent assessment test is required prior to registration.
- Attendance at Summer Orientation session.
*This program potentially has a 1 semester waiting list. No program courses can be taken until officially admitted off the waiting list and into the program.
Admission Processing Deadlines:
Fall 2010
For this program applications and credentials must be received by July 1st, 2010 to be considered for the fall semester.
Spring 2011
Madison College begins collecting applications for the following year's spring semester on January 16, 2010.
Admission information and Next Steps:
Program Outcomes
Program Outcomes:
Personal Development
1. Assume responsibility for continuing education in order to maintain skills and enhance professional growth.
Employability
2. Demonstrate work ethics and reliable behavior including, but not limited to, assuming responsibility for decisions and actions, utilizing time and stress management skills, and displaying initiative.
Professionalism
3. Demonstrate pride in profession through motivation and initiative, positive attitude, and flexibility.
Ethics
4. Demonstrate professional ethics, honesty, and respect when dealing with clients, coworkers, and supervisors.
Work Cooperatively
5. Work as a team member by demonstrating good communication and listening skills, cooperation, and providing a supportive environment.
Communication
6. Communicate clearly and professionally in both written and verbal communications to clients, coworkers, and supervisors, using positive interpersonal skills including, but not limited to, empathy, active listening, and flexibility.
Technical Knowledge
7. Explain and apply technical concepts and their interrelationships between the theory, terminology, and practical application of cosmetology services.
Technical Skills
8. Provide a variety of cosmetology services utilizing technical skills as well as elements of design and fashion to meet the needs, well being, and satisfaction of clients.
Product Knowledge
9. Demonstrate safe and effective use of a variety of cosmetology products.
Employment
Graduation Requirements:
A grade of "C" or higher is required for all core (program specific) courses to graduate.
Career Potential:
- Barber
- Cosmetologist
- Distribution Sales
- Educational Director for a Salon or Manufacturer
- Esthetician
- Hair Color Technician
- Hair Design
- Hair/Make-up Stylist for theater, film, fashion industry or photography
- Hair-Replacement Specialist
- Make-up Artist
- Manufacturer’s Representative
- Men’s Hair Stylist
- Nail Technician
- Pedicurist
- Perm Technician
- Salon Coordinator
- State Inspector/Examiner
With additional education and/or work experience, graduates may find employment as:
- Salon/Spa Manager
- Barber/Cosmetology Instructor
- Beauty Editor
- Industry Feature Writer
Additional Info about the Program:
View our BARBER/COSMETOLOGY Continuing Education Presentation (PDF, 231.26KB)
Please see the following link(s) for certificates related to this program:
Last Modified: March 11, 2010