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Cosmetology (Uvalde Campus)


Purpose
The Cosmetology program provides graduates with the
necessary skills and knowledge to pass the Texas Cosmetology Commission (TCC) Examination and to function as a competent cosmetologist.

Admissions Requirements
In order to be admitted to the Cosmetology program, students must:

1. complete the college admissions application.

2. be at least 17 years of age.

3. provide a high school diploma or the GED certificate. All applicants must have their high school transcripts or GED test scores forwarded to the Registrar's Office.

4. enroll in the student liability insurance program or provide proof of liability insurance.

e. provide evidence of current Tuberculosis (T.B.) Test.

Cosmetology Certificate
The Cosmetology certificate is a one-year program, which, when completed, will meet the requirements of the Texas Cosmetology Commission. It is based on a four-semester school year: fall, spring and ten-week summer session. For a description of the courses, see the Course Description section of the catalog.

Program of Study
Fall Semester Credit
ORIE 0100? New Student Orientation
CSME 1401 Orientation to Cosmetology--4
CSME 1405 Fundamentals of Cosmetology--4
CSME 1443 Manicuring and Related Theory--4
CSME 1246 Principles of Skin Care/Facials and Related Theory--2
CSME 1310 Introduction to Haircutting and Related Theory--3
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Total 17

Summer Session Credit

CSME 2337 Advanced Cosmetology Techniques--3
CSME 2343 Salon Development --3
CSME 2441 Preparation for Texas Cosmetology Commission Exam--4
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Total 10

Spring Semester Credit
CSME 2310 Intermediate Haircutting and Related Theory--3
CSME 1453 Chemical Reformation and Related Theory--4
CSME 2401 Principles of Hair Coloring and Related Theory--4
CSME 2439 Advanced Hair Design--4
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Total 15

Total Hours for Cosmetology Certificate 42

Notes: ? All students are required to take ORIE 0100; however, ORIE 0100 does not count toward degree requirements.

Tuition and Fees
Students enrolled in the program pay the regular college tuition and fees. They can also expect to pay the following
additional expenses:

TCC Permit------------------------------$25
Equipment-------------------------------$250
Books-----------------------------------$150
Uniforms--------------------------------$32
Nail Kit--------------------------------$32
Student Liability Insurance-------------$19
TCC Rule Book---------------------------$18
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TOTAL---------------------------------- $526

Withdrawal and Dismissal Policy
The SWTJC Cosmetology Department reserves the right to request at anytime the withdrawal or dismissal of any student whose health, conduct, personal qualities or scholastic records indicate that it would be inadvisable for the student to continue in the program. A student wishing to withdraw from the program is required to:

1. complete the withdrawal procedure for the Department of Cosmetology as outlined in the student handbook.

2. complete the withdrawal procedure for SWTJC as stated in the college catalog.

Graduation Requirements
Cosmetology students may participate in the graduation exercises. The student will be eligible for graduation and a certificate of completion upon satisfactorily completing the program. The student is responsible for making formal application for graduation (see Curricula section). Satisfactory completion will qualify the student to take the Texas Cosmetology Commission Examination for the Cosmetology Operator License.

COSMETOLOGY INSTRUCTOR

Purpose
The Cosmetology Instructor program provides graduates with the skills and knowledge necessary to pass the instructor examination administered by the Texas Cosmetology Commission and to serve the cosmetology industry in the teaching field. Only licensed cosmetologists can enroll in the Instructor program.

Admission Requirements
In order to be admitted to this program, the student must:

1. complete the college admission application.

2. provide a high school diploma or the GED certificate. All applicants must have their high school transcripts or GED test scores forwarded to the Registrar's Office.

3. enroll in the student liability insurance program or provide proof of liability insurance.

4. hold a valid cosmetology license, Texas Cosmetology Commission

Instructor Certificate
This program consists of the courses listed below. See the Course Description for details.


Program of Study

Fall Semester Credit
ORIE 0100? New Student Orientation
CSME 1435 Orientation to the Instruction Of Cosmetology---------4
CSME 1434 Cosmetology Instructor I------------------------------4
CSME 2414 Cosmetology Instructor II-----------------------------4
Total-----------------------------------------------------------12

Spring Semester Credit
CSME 2415 Cosmetology Instructor III----------------------------4
CSME 2444 Cosmetology Instructor IV-----------------------------4
CSME 2445 Instructional Theory and Clinic Operation-------------4
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Total-----------------------------------------------------------12

Total Hours for Instructor's Certificate 24

Tuition and Fees
Students enrolled in the program pay the regular college tuition and fees. They can also expect to pay the following
additional expenses:

TCC Permit-----------------------------------------------------$25
Equipment------------------------------------------------------$125
Books----------------------------------------------------------$75
Uniforms-------------------------------------------------------$30
Student Liability Insurance------------------------------------$19
TCC Rule Book--------------------------------------------------$18
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TOTAL----------------------------------------------------------$292

Withdrawal and Dismissal Policy
The SWTJC Cosmetology Department reserves the right to request at anytime the withdrawal or dismissal of any student whose health, conduct, personal qualities or scholastic records indicate that it would be inadvisable for the student to continue in the program. A student wishing to withdraw from the program is required to:

1. complete the withdrawal procedure for the Department of Cosmetology as outlined in the student handbook.

2. complete the withdrawal procedure for SWTJC as stated in the college catalog.

Graduation Requirements
Cosmetology students may participate in the graduation exercises. The student will be eligible for graduation and a certificate of completion upon satisfactorily completing the program. The student is responsible for making formal application for graduation (see Curricula section). Satisfactory completion will qualify the student to take the Texas Cosmetology Commission Examination for the Cosmetology Instructor License.