Overview
The Cosmetology course covers the care of hair, skin and nails, and provides instruction in the skills of hair shaping, coloring, thermal curling, straightening and styling of hair.
The goal of this course is to provide students with entry level skills as a hairdresser, beautician or manicurist, and to prepare them to take the Cosmetology licensing exam. This is self-paced individualized instruction to develop student competencies in entry level skills as defined by modules.
Instruction in the required hours is needed to apply for the New York State Cosmetology licensing exam.
Job titles include:
- Cosmetologist
- Dispensary Attendant
- Fingernail Former
- Hair Stylist
- Manicurist & Pedicurist
- Shampooer
Working conditions include standing.
Offered at Albion, Bedford Hills, and Taconic.