Cosmetology

Prerequisite: None
Credits: 5

The introductory level of Cosmetology gives students the chance to explore both the hairstyling and esthetics components of Cosmetology. They learn basic hairstyling, hair care, roping, knotting and braiding techniques, as well as skin care and manicuring.

Prerequisite: Cosmetology 10
Credits: 5 or 10

Students may have the option of completing modules in a 5 credit (one block) or 10 credit (2 blocks) time period. In this intermediate level of Cosmetology, students continue to develop the skills they learned in Cosmetology 10, and can choose their own courses from the ten credits of hairstyling and ten credits of esthetics being offered. Students can focus on one of the areas, or have a more general experience and take some courses from both areas. 

The hairstyling credits include:

• Haircutting
• Colouring
• Chemical texturizing
• Advanced styling
• Hair care

The esthetics credits include:

• Nail art
• Facials
• Manicuring & pedicuring
• Hair removal
• Theatrical makeup & body adornment

Note: This course will only be offered as 10 credits if there is sufficient enrolment. Students must complete 10 credits at the 20-level before advancing to the 30-level Cosmetology course.

Prerequisite: 10 credits in Cosmetology 20
Credits: 10

This group of modules is taught in a double block time period. In this advanced level of Cosmetology, students will choose their courses from the available senior hairstyling and esthetics credits. These courses focus on more in-depth techniques and client services to prepare students for a career in a Cosmetology-related field.

The courses that are available at this level include:

• Gel and acrylic nails
• Men’s haircutting
• Body treatments
• Hair colour removal
• Advanced esthetics services
• More in-depth courses that build on basic knowledge from Cosmetology 10 & 20

Note: This course will only be offered if there is sufficient enrolment.