The 1000-hour cosmetology program prepares you to become a licensed professional. Future Professionals will learn the fundamentals of haircutting, hair coloring, styling, esthetics and manicuring to pass the Texas licensing exam and gain the advanced understanding and techniques to successfully compete in the dynamic cosmetology industry.

In Phase 1, you begin the first week learning and practicing different facets of your new Cosmetology Career. You will continue learning cuts, color, styling and nail and skin services from demonstrations and hands-on practice. Pass a practical exam to begin Phase 2.

In Phase 2, you will work on clients under close supervision of an instructor, building your confidence and advancing into the latest trends. After 900 hours, you may take the Texas written licensing exam. After completing the program and passing the Texas written and practical evaluation, you obtain a license and are fully qualified to begin working as an entry level Hair Stylist or Cosmetologist.

Cosmetology Operator Curriculum

Theory and Related Practice- 700 hours

Anatomy and physiology; diseases and disorders of the skin, scalp, hair, and nails; chemistry (haircoloring, chemical waving, and relaxing); bacteriology, sterilization and sanitation, health, safety, first aid, laws and rules; tools equipment; hair care and related theory; business skills and established management; skin care and related theory; hair removal; nail care and related theory; electricity; haircutting; hairstyling; hair and scalp treatments, scalp massage; hairweaving, extensions; chemical textures and applications; face and neck massage and treatments; facial hair removal; manicuring; waxing and removing body hair; customer service and professional ethics; makeup; pedicuring; artificial nails.

Specialty Practice and Related Theory- 300 Hours

Eyelash semi-permanent extensions; advanced hair care and advanced chemical services; and related practices.

Realize your artistic talents as a licensed esthetician. Develop techniques to care for and beautify skin through a 750-hour esthetics program which includes:

• Make-up artistry
• Electrotherapy
• Treatments for varied skin types and conditions
• Hair removal
• Aroma therapy
• Dermalogica professional skin care products

In the esthetician program, you will gain the knowledge to become a licensed Esthetician through demonstrations by licensed professionals, hands-on experience, classroom theory, self- paced projects and practical applications.

In Phase 1, you will learn the fundamentals of skin care including facial treatments, makeup application, hair removal and electrotherapy. Pass the Phase 1 practical evaluation to begin the advanced phase.

In Phase 2, you will perform skin services on clients with the supervision and support of an instructor. Develop professional techniques and client care skills as you advance through the program. Pass a practical exam to be eligible for graduation. After completing the program and passing the Texas written and practical exams, you obtain a license and are fully qualified to begin working as an entry level Esthetician.

Esthetician Curriculum

Theory and Related Practice – 450 Hours

Anatomy and physiology; skin diseases and disorders; skin analysis; machines and related equipment; basic facials; chemistry; care of client; superfluous hair removal and related theory; sanitation law and rules; business management; facial treatments, cleaning, masking, and therapy; chemistry machines and related equipment; superfluous hair removal; sanitation, first aid, health and safety; makeup

Specialty Practice and Related Theory – 300 Hours

Advanced facial treatment and superfluous hair removal using devices or preparations; makeup; semi-permanent eyelash extension application; and related practices.

The barber program prepares you to become a licensed professional. Future Professionals will learn the fundamentals of shaving, haircutting, hair coloring, styling, esthetics and manicuring to pass the Texas licensing exam and gain the advanced understanding and techniques to successfully compete in the dynamic barber industry.

In Phase 1, you begin the first week learning and practicing different facets of your new Barber Career. You continue learning shaving, cuts, color, styling and nail and skin services from demonstrations and hands-on practice. Pass a practical exam to begin Phase 2.

In Phase 2, you work on clients under close supervision of an instructor, building your confidence and advancing into the latest trends. After 900 hours, you may take the Texas written licensing exam.

After completing the program and passing the Texas written and practical evaluation, youobtain a license and are fully qualified to begin working as an entry level Barber.

Barber Curriculum

• Practice - 750 Hours: Shaving; mustaches and beards; haircutting; hairstyling; hair and scalp treatment, scalp massage; safety, first aid, and sanitation; hairweaving, extensions, and wigs; face and neck massage and treatments; facial hair removal; manicuring; chemistry (haircoloring, chemical waving, and relaxing); and razor techniques, safety, first aid, and sanitation.
• Basics - 150 Hours: Anatomy and physiology; disorders of the skin, scalp, hair, and nails; chemistry (haircoloring, chemical waving, and relaxing); bacteriology, sterilization, and sanitation; safety, first aid, and sanitation; barber implements, tools, equipment, and related theory; and history of barbering .
• Business - 100 Hours:Texas barber laws and rules; customer service; barbershop management; professional ethics and image; safety, sanitation, related practices, and theory; and hygiene and good grooming.

In the 600 Hour Manicurist program, you will gain the knowledge to become a licensed Manicurist through demonstrations by licensed professionals, hands-on experience, classroom theory, self-paced projects and practical applications.

In Phase 1, you will learn the fundamentals of natural nail care including manicures, pedicures, and artificial nail services such as acrylics and gels. Pass the Phase 1 practical evaluation to begin the advanced phase.

In Phase 2, you will perform nails services on clients with the supervision and guidance of an instructor. As you learn advanced techniques and professional client care skills, you will build confidence. After completing the program and passing the Texas written and practical exams, you obtain a license and are fully qualified to begin working as an entry level Manicurist.

Manicurist Curriculum

Theory and Related Practice – 300 Hours

Anatomy and physiology; nail structure and growth; equipment and implements; bacteriology, sanitation and safety; hazardous chemicals and ventilation; basic manicures and pedicures; business management; laws and rules; nail and skin diseases and disorders; artificial nails; product chemistry; repair work, massage, buffing and application of polish and artificial nails; cosmetic fingernails, extensions, sculptured nails, tips, wraps, fiberglass/gels and odorless products; basic manicuring and pedicuring; nail art; electric filing.

Specialty Practice and Related Theory – 300 Hours

Professional practices; advanced manicuring and pedicuring; advanced techniques, preparations and applications.

In the 300-hour Operator Crossover program, you will gain the knowledge to become a licensed Cosmetology Operator through demonstrations by licensed professionals, hands-on experience, classroom theory, self-paced projects, and practical applications. After completing the program and passing the Texas written and practical exams, you obtain a license and are fully qualified to begin working as an entry level Cosmetology Operator.

Operator Crossover Curriculum

Specialty Practice and Related Theory – 300 Hours

Eyelash semi-permanent extensions; advanced hair care and advanced chemical services; and related practices.

In the 800-hour Manicurist/Esthetician program, you will gain the knowledge to become a licensed Manicurist/Esthetician through demonstrations by licensed professionals, hands-on experience, classroom theory, self-paced projects, and practical applications. After completing the program and passing the Texas written and practical exams, you obtain a license and are fully qualified to begin working as an entry level Manicurist/Esthetician.

Manicurist/Esthetician Curriculum

Theory and Related Practice – 200 Hours

Anatomy and Physiology; machines and related equipment; chemistry; care of client; basic facials; superfluous hair removal and related theory; nail structure and growth; equipment and implements; hazardous chemicals and ventilation; basic manicures and pedicures; business management; bacteriology, sanitation, health, and safety; laws and rules

Specialty Manicure Practice and Related Theory – 300 hours

Repair work, massage, buffing and application of polish and artificial nails; cosmetic fingernails, extensions, sculptured nails, tips, wraps, fiberglass/gels and odorless products; professional practices, techniques and preparations; sanitation, first aid, health, and safety.

Specialty Esthetician Practice- 300 hours

Facial treatments, cleansing, masking, and therapy; chemistry machines and related equipment; superfluous hair removal; devices or preparations; makeup; semi-permanent eyelash extension applications; sanitation, first aid, health, and safety.

In the 320-hour Eyelash Extensionist program, you will gain the knowledge to become a licensed Eyelash Extensionist through demonstrations by licensed professionals, hands-on experience, classroom theory, self-paced projects, and practical applications. After completing the program and passing the Texas written and practical exams, you obtain a license and are fully qualified to begin working as an entry level Eyelash Extensionist.

Eyelash Extensionist Curriculum

Theory and Related Practice – 80 hours

Eye shapes and eyelash growth; supplies and related equipment; contagious diseases and adverse reactions; sanitation, first aid, health, and safety; client protection; business management, laws, and rules.

Specialty Practice and Related Theory- 240 hours

Semi-permanent eyelash extension isolation, separation, and application.