Cosmetology
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Cosmetology is the study, skill or practice of beautifying the hair, skin and nails.
At NCTC, you get hands-on training with the latest salon products. Our goal is to prepare you to pass the state board exam for your Cosmetology Operator’s license. Cosmetology students are taught services such as hair cutting, coloring, and braiding, manicures, pedicures, and facials. Classes start each semester including summers.
NCTC’s Cosmetology program curriculum is governed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations (TDLR).
Cosmetology Programs are available at our campus in
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Degrees
You may choose to earn a Certificate or an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree from NCTC. There are three career concentrations within the AAS you can choose to focus your education.
Level 1 Certificate
To enroll in the Cosmetology Certificate program, you must:
Be at least 17 years of age by state licensure testing date
Have obtained a high school diploma or the equivalent of, i.e., GED
Apply to NCTC and complete the college orientation
Complete required Cosmetology department paperwork
Complete financial aid forms if applicable
Provide applicable transcripts
This certificate is a pathway to the Cosmetology Associate of Applied Science degree. It’s designed to take two semesters to complete. Upon completion of the Level 1 Certificate, you will be able to:
Demonstrate introductory skills, professional ethics, and safety and sanitation procedures as required by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations
Provide safe and appropriate care to clients receiving hair, skin or nail services
Use effective communication skills with client
Demonstrate proficiency in business and ethical practices relating to the field of Cosmetology
Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required for successful completion of the state licensing examination
Courses and credit hours (#) required to earn the Cosmetology Certificate.
Total Credit Hours — (34)
Verification of Workplace Competencies: Eligibility to test for TDLR Cosmetology Operator's License exam.
Cosmetology AAS — Business Concentration
Equips you with the knowledge and skills directly applicable to a career in Cosmetology. It’s designed to take two years to complete. Upon completion of the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Cosmetology, you will be able to:
Demonstrate introductory skills, professional ethics, and safety and sanitation procedures as required by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations
Provide safe and appropriate care to clients receiving hair, skin, or nail services
Use effective communication skills with clients
Demonstrate proficiency in business and ethical practices relating to the field of Cosmetology
Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required for successful completion of the Cosmetology Operator state licensing examination
Identify the business functions of accounting, finance, management, and marketing as related to salon operation and management
Courses and credit hours (#) required to earn the Cosmetology AAS Degree Business Concentration.
Total Credit Hours — (60)
*CSME 1244 is the capstone for the AAS with Business Concentration
Cosmetology AAS Degree — Barber Concentration
Must hold a Texas Cosmetology Operator license to be eligible for this track.
Equips you with the knowledge and skills directly applicable to a career in Cosmetology. It’s designed to take two years to complete. Upon completion of the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Cosmetology, you will be able to:
Demonstrate introductory skills, professional ethics, and safety and sanitation procedures as required by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations
Provide safe and appropriate care to clients receiving hair, skin, or nail services
Use effective communication skills with clients
Demonstrate proficiency in business and ethical practices relating to the field of Cosmetology
Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required for successful completion of the Cosmetology Operator state licensing examination
Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required for successful completion of the Class A Barber state licensing exam
Courses and credit hours (#) required to earn the Cosmetology AAS Degree Barbering Concentration.
Total Credit Hours — (60)
Eligibility for Barber License is the capstone for the AAS with Barber Concentration.
Career Concentration — Advanced Cosmetology
This track only applies to students who have previously completed 1500 hours of Cosmetology courses.
Equips you with the knowledge and skills directly applicable to a career in Cosmetology. It’s designed to take two years to complete. Upon completion of the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Cosmetology, you will be able to:
Demonstrate introductory skills, professional ethics, and safety and sanitation procedures as required by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations
Provide safe and appropriate care to clients receiving hair, skin, or nail services
Use effective communication skills with clients
Demonstrate proficiency in business and ethical practices relating to the field of Cosmetology
Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required for successful completion of the Cosmetology Operator state licensing examination
Demonstrate professional cosmetology services while exhibiting workplace competencies
Courses and credit hours (#) required to earn the Cosmetology AAS Degree Advanced Cosmetology Concentration.
Total Credit Hours — (60)
*CSME 2443 is the capstone for the AAS with Advanced Cosmetology Concentration