“My career in cosmetology has helped me gain the financial independence I needed. I am now self-employed and I love it! I am forever grateful for the skills, knowledge, professionalism, and guidance that I have received from this program.” – SFSC Alumna Amanda Beasley
Cosmetology – CC
Earning a Career Certificate (CC) in Cosmetology prepares you for entry-level employment in a hair styling salon.
- Students learn in a modern, well-equipped, school-operated salon
- In the salon, students perform services on one another and mannequins at first and then, as skills advance, local patrons and other students
- Guest speakers from Spa Girl International, Scruples Hair Care, and Surface Hair have visited campus to speak with students about the industry
- Upon completion, graduates are eligible to apply for the Florida State Board of Cosmetology examination
Course Examples (for a larger list, visit the College Catalog):
- Hair Design
- Chemical Reformation
- Precision Cutting
- Manicuring and Pedicuring
- Facials
- Makeup Application
- Theory and Practical Study of Trichoanalysis and Chromatology
Length: 1,200 contact hours (approximately 10.5 months)
Contact:
Tim Johnson
Cosmetology Program Manager
Highlands Campus, Building K
Office: 863-784-7143
johnsoti@southflorida.edu
