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Cosmetology Certificate Level 1 (12.0401 and 12.0413)

Cosmetology Certificate Level 1 (12.0401 and 12.0413) Uvalde Campus


Faculty and Staff

A Mondragon
Armando Mondragon
Division Chair,
Applied Sciences
Email
(830) 758-4106
(830) 591-7274
J Estrada
Judy F. Estrada
Division Chair,
Applied Sciences

Email
(830) 591-7288
V Briones
Vanessa Briones
Coordinator/Instructor
Email
(830) 591-7249 
E Martinez
Emma Martinez
Instructor
Email
(830) 591-7260
J De La Luz
Jessica De La Luz
Instructor
Email
(830) 591-7322

Cosmetology Certificate

Purpose

The Cosmetology program provides graduates with the necessary skills and knowledge to pass the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation Examination and to function as competent cosmetologists.

Admission Requirements 

Students are admitted to the Cosmetology program through the regular college admission procedures (see Admission Regulations section).  The cosmetology program is a one-year Certificate program and meets the requirements of the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.  It is based on a fall, spring, and ten week summer session.  Spring enrollment is also available.  Students will receive a one-year Certificate upon satisfactory completion of the program of study and upon making formal application for graduation (see Curricula section).

In addition to regular college admission requirements, students must also:

     1. Enroll in the student liability insurance, TDLR permit which is included in the college registration fees.

     2. Provide evidence of current tuberculosis (T.B.) Test.

The Cosmetology Certificate program has fall and spring enrollment available.

The Cosmetology Certificate program is TSI Assessment waived.


Cosmetology Instructor

Purpose

The Cosmetology Instructor program provides graduates with the skills and knowledge necessary to pass the instructor examination administered by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation and to serve the cosmetology industry in the teaching field. Only licensed cosmetologists can enroll in the Instructor program.

Admission Requirements

Students are admitted to the Cosmetology Instructor program through the regular college admission procedures (see Admission Regulations section). The cosmetology instructor program is a one-year Certificate program and meets the requirements of the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. It is based on fall, and spring sessions.

In addition to regular college admission requirements, students must also:

  1. Enroll in the student liability insurance, which is included in the college registration fees.
  2. Provide evidence of current tuberculosis (T.B.) test.
  3. Hold a valid cosmetology license, Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
  4. Hold a high school diploma or GED certificate.

Program of Study

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Program of Study

Fall Semester

Cosmetology Certificate Program of Study Fall Semester
Course Number Title Credit
EDUC 1300π Learning Framework
or
COLS 0300 College Success Skills
CSME 1401 Orientation to Cosmetology 4
CSME 1405 Fundamentals of Cosmetology 4
CSME 1443 Manicuring and Related Theory 4
CSME 1248 Principles of Skin Care 2
CSME 1310 Introduction to Haircutting and
Related Theory 3
Total 17

Spring Semester

Cosmetology Certificate Program of Study Spring Semester
Course Number Title Credit
CSME 2310 Advanced Haircutting and Related Theory 3
CSME 1453 Chemical Reformation and Related Theory 4
CSME 2401 Principles of Hair Coloring and Related
Theory 4
CSME 2439 Advanced Hair Design 4
Total 15

Summer Semester

Cosmetology Certificate Program of Study Summer Semester
Course Number Title Credit
CSME 2337 Advanced Cosmetology Techniques 3
CSME 2343 Salon Development 3
CSME 24411 Preparation for State Licensing Examination 4
Total 10
Total Hours for Cosmetology Certificate 42

Notes:

  1. Capstone course that consolidates the student's learning experiences.

π All students are required to take EDUC 1300 or COLS 0300; however, EDUC 1300/COLS 0300 do not count toward degree requirements.

Contact Hours

To complete the program of study, a student must complete 1,216 contact hours.

Tuition and Fees

Standard tuition and fees are assessed to each student as indicated in Finances section. They can also expect to pay the following additional expenses: (approximate cost)

Equipment $650.00
Books $317.00 (eBook available - $251.00)
Uniform Smock $40.00
State Board supplies $90.00

Withdrawal and Dismissal Policy

The SWTJC Cosmetology Department reserves the right to request at any time the withdrawal or dismissal of any student whose health, conduct, personal qualities or scholastic records indicate that it would be inadvisable for the student to continue in the program. A student wishing to withdraw from the program is required to:

  1. complete the withdrawal procedure for the Department of Cosmetology as outlined in the student handbook.
  2. complete the withdrawal procedure for SWTJC as stated in the college catalog.

Graduation Requirements

Cosmetology students may participate in the graduation exercises. The student will be eligible for graduation and a Certificate upon satisfactorily completing the program. The student is responsible for making formal application for graduation (see Curricula section). Satisfactory completion will qualify the student to take the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation Examination for the Cosmetology Operator License.

 

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Program of Study

Fall Semester

Cosmetology Instructor Certificate Program of Study Fall Semester
Course Number Title Credit
EDUC 1300π Learning Framework
or
COLS 0300 College Success Skills
CSME 1435 Orientation to the Instruction of
Cosmetology 4
CSME 1434 Cosmetology Instructor I 4
CSME 2414 Cosmetology Instructor II 4
Total 12

Spring Semester

Cosmetology Instructor Certificate Program of Study Spring Semester
Course Number Title Credit
CSME 2449 Cosmetology Instructor III 4
CSME 2444 Cosmetology Instructor IV 4
CSME 24451 Instructional Theory and Clinic Operation 4
Total 12
Total Hours for Instructor's Certificate 24

Notes:

  1. Capstone course that consolidates the student's learning experiences.

π All students are required to take EDUC 1300 or COLS 0300; however, EDUC 1300/COLS 0300 do not count toward degree requirements.

Contact Hours

To complete the program of study, a student must complete 750 contact hours.

Tuition and Fees

Standard tuition and fees are assessed to each student as indicated in Finances section. Each student can also expect to purchase the following required materials and supplies: (approximate cost)

Equipment $125
Books $234
Uniforms $40
TDLR Rule Book $14

Withdrawal and Dismissal Policy

The SWTJC Cosmetology Department reserves the right to request at any time the withdrawal or dismissal of any student whose health, conduct, personal qualities or scholastic records indicate that it would be inadvisable for the student to continue in the program. A student wishing to withdraw from the program is required to:
  1. complete the withdrawal procedure for the Department of Cosmetology as outlined in the student handbook.
  2. complete the withdrawal procedure for SWTJC as stated in the college catalog.


Graduation Requirements

Cosmetology students may participate in the graduation exercises. The student will be eligible for graduation and a Certificate upon satisfactorily completing the program. The student is responsible for making formal application for graduation (see Curricula section). Satisfactory completion will qualify the student to take the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation Examination for the Cosmetology Instructor License.


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Eagle Pass, TX 78852
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Uvalde, TX 78801
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