Cosmetology Certificate

The 42 semester hour curriculum in cosmetology leads to a Level 1 Workforce Certificate and helps prepare graduates to take the state TDLR Cosmetology Examination. Successful completion of the examination will allow graduates to practice as a licensed cosmetologist in the state of Texas.

Upon completion of the Level 1 Workforce Certificate, students 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

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Fees associated with the Cosmetology Certificate are as follows:

• Kit costs, which include all supplies needed during course of program, approximately $1900. This fee includes trolley, set of professional shears, all professional electric tools, and all hair supplies needed (i.e., combs/brushes, coloring bowls/brushes, capes, clips, pins, manicuring set, etc.). Kit fees will be divided between first two semesters and will be included in tuition.
  • First semester kit will be approximately $1375
  • Second semester kit will be approximately $527.
• Textbooks, approximately $328 new
• Uniform will consist of professional solid black clothing. Will be required to purchase a vest or smock. Must monogram NCTC Cosmetology logo and name on top for $13.
• Fees to take state licensure exams, $126

This certificate is offered only through face-to-face classes. The program is designed to take three semesters, or 42 weeks, to complete. Students may enter the program at the beginning of each semester (Fall, Spring and Summer)*.

* Student will enroll in four (4) courses in the fall and spring; and three (3) courses in the summer. Student must meet with an advisor in the Cosmetology Department to determine course selection each semester.

The program is comprised of the following suggested pathway or course of study.

Certificate Requirements

Total Credit Hours: 42

Verification of Workplace Competencies: Eligibility to sit for TDLR Cosmetology Operator's License exam.