Cosmetologists are in high demand in the following areas of specialization: Hair Stylist, Haircut Specialists, Color Technicians, Nail Technicians, Skin Care Specialist, Salon Managers, Platform Artists, Manufacturer Representatives, and with an Instructors license, Educator, Inspector or Examiner positions with the state of Texas.
The program offers hands-on instruction with today's latest salon products and equipment. Students are taught how to provide special services such as hair coloring, foiling, texture services, braiding and hair extensions. Advanced training with scissors, clippers and razors is included. Students receive a wide variety in training, including classes by guest artists for leading manufacturers and salons. Training in areas such as manicures, pedicures, facials and acrylic nails are all part of this exciting program.
Classes are held Monday through Thursday from 8am to 5pm and Fridays from 8am to 3pm. Various field trips are offered throughout the semesters to selected salons, hair and salon shows and many other educational events.
Students in their last semester may attend classes with the Esthetic students at the International Dermal Institute in Addison.
Instructors are established in their careers with advanced training in cutting, styling, chemical texturizing, hair coloring products, procedures and concepts for teaching classroom theory and demonstrating procedures for successful student learning outcomes.
Dual Credit students are accepted, and attend 1pm-5pm Monday-Thursday. A total of 1000 contact hours are required for completion while student is enrolled in high school.
The Cosmetology course covers information on:
- Haircutting
- Hair styling
- Hair extensions
- Color procedures
- Perming and straightening hair
- Skin care
- Nail care and enhancements
- Chemistry and anatomy
- On the job and salon development
- Preparation for state licensing
- Gainful Employment Documentation
Partial list of products and textbook materials used at NCTC.
Pivot Point OPI
Matrix
Pravana
Redken
JKS International
Sally's
Milady's Textbooks
Clic International
Course Certificate Plan
First Semester | Credit Hours |
| CSME 1401 | Orientation to Cosmetology
| 4 |
| CSME 1405 | Fundamentals of Cosmetology | 4 |
| CSME 1310 | Introduction to Hair cutting and Related Theory | 3 |
| CSME 1453 | Chemical Reformation and Related Theory | 4 |
| Total contact hours for first semester: 624 Total credit hours: 15 |
| |
Second Semester | Credit Hours |
| CSME 2401 | The Principles of Hair Coloring and Related Theory
| 4 |
| CSME 2410 | Intermediate Hair cutting and Related Theory | 4 |
| CSME 1443 | Manicuring and Related Theory | 4 |
| CSME 1447 | Principles of Skin Care and Related Theory | 4 |
| Total contact hours for second semester: 560 Total credit hours: 16 |
| | |
Third Semester | Credit Hours |
| CSME 2237 | Advanced Cosmetology Techniques
| 2 |
| CSME 2343 | Salon Development | 3 |
| CSME 2441* | Preparation for Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations Exam | 4 |
| Total contact hours for third semester: 320 Total credit hours: 9 |
| |
Total Credit Hours 40 |
| Total Contact Hours 1500 |
| *CSME 2441 will constitute the capstone experience. |
Cosmetology, Esthetics or Nail Tech Instructor Certificate
Must hold a Texas license in either of these to enroll in an Instructor course.
Course Certificate Plan
First Semester | Credit Hours |
CSME 1534
| Instructor I
| 5 |
| CSME 1535 | Orientation to the Instruction of Cosmetology, Esthetics or Nail Technology | 5 |
| |
Second Semester | Credit Hours |
| CSME 2514* | Instructor II
| 5 |
| | | |
| Total Credit Hours | 15 |
| Total Contact Hours | 528 |
| *CSME 2514 will constitute the capstone experience |