Cosmetology, Associate in Applied Science
College(s):
Harry S TrumanProgram Code: 0461
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Coursework | ||
| ENGLISH 101 | Composition | 3 |
| Mathematics course | 3 | |
| CIS 120 | Introduction to Computer Applications | 3 |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences course (HD) | 3 | |
| BUSINES 111 | Introduction To Business | 3 |
| or BUSINES 216 | Entrepreneurship | |
| Required Program Core | ||
| COSMET 101 | Intro to Cosmetology/Barbering | 6 |
| COSMET 102 | Hair Cutting Technology | 6 |
| COSMET 103 | Basic Styling Technology | 6 |
| COSMET 104 | Basic Chemical Technology | 6 |
| COSMET 105 | Salon Technology I | 7 |
| COSMET 106 | Salon Technology II | 7 |
| COSMET 201 | Advanced Cosmetology | 6 |
| COSMET 202 | Cosmetology Summative Seminar | 6 |
| Total Hours | 65 | |
Pathway
This is an example course sequence for students interested in Cosmetology. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If this pathway is followed as outlined, you will earn an Advanced Certificate (AC) and Associate in Applied Science degree (AAS) in Cosmetology. One course will satisfy the Human Diversity (HD) requirement, and is labeled with an (HD) in the sequence below.
Semester-by-Semester Program Plan for Full-Time Students
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students by adding more semesters.
| Semester 1 | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| COSMET 101 | Intro to Cosmetology/Barbering | 6 |
| COSMET 102 | Hair Cutting Technology | 6 |
| ENGLISH 101 | Composition 1 | 3 |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| COSMET 103 | Basic Styling Technology | 6 |
| COSMET 104 | Basic Chemical Technology | 6 |
| CIS 120 | Introduction to Computer Applications 1 | 3 |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Semester 3 | ||
| COSMET 105 | Salon Technology I | 7 |
| COSMET 106 | Salon Technology II | 7 |
| Hours | 14 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| COSMET 201 | Advanced Cosmetology | 6 |
| COSMET 202 | Cosmetology Summative Seminar | 6 |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Semester 5 | ||
| MATH 118 | General Education Math 1 | 4 |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences course (HD) 1 | 3 | |
| BUSINES 111 or BUSINES 216 | Introduction To Business 1 or Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| Hours | 10 | |
| Total Hours | 66 | |
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Careers
This program can prepare students for the jobs listed below. Click on each one to learn more, including average earnings, annual job openings, and how much education people in that field have. For additional guidance and resources on career options, current City Colleges students and alumni can contact the Career Services Office.
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
Job Description
Provide beauty services, such as cutting, coloring, and styling hair, and massaging and treating scalp. May shampoo hair, apply makeup, dress wigs, remove hair, and provide nail and skincare services.
Salary Based on Experience Level
Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County
Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
Annual Wages
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| Senior-Level 90th Percentile |
Hourly Wages
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Annual Job Openings
1595 annual openings in Cook County
National Education Attainment
Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.
| Degree Program | % of Jobs |
|---|---|
| A high school diploma or less | 20.93% |
| A certificate | 78.97% |
| Some college | 0.10% |
| An Associate degree | 0.00% |
| A Bachelor's degree | 0.00% |
| A Master's or Professional degree | 0.00% |
| A Doctoral degree or more | 0.00% |
0.00% continue their education beyond an associate degree