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PURPOSE: This
program is to prepare a person for employment as a licensed cosmetologist, registered nails or facial specialist. Required Practical Services and Theory must be completed. Instruction is designed to qualify pupils for the Florida Cosmetology Licensing Examination, which requires 1200 hours of instruction. PROGRAM CONTENT: Specialized classroom and practical experience is provided relating to a variety of beauty treatments. These include the care and beautification of the hair, complexion and hands. Training in giving shampoos, rinses and scalp treatments; hair styling, blow drying and thermal techniques; setting, cutting, tint, bleaching, permanent saving; chemical relaxing, facials, manicuring and hand and arm massaging. Bacteriology, anatomy, hygiene, sanitation, customer relations and salon management, including record keeping, are also emphasized. LENGTH OF PROGRAM: The entire program is 1200 hours, but students may earn a certificate at the completion of the following OCP's: OCP A Manicurist and Pedicurist 240 hours OCP B Facials/Skin Care Specialist 260 hours OCP C Cosmetologist 700 hours Minimum basic-skills grade levels required for awarding a Full Program Completion Certificate are 10th grade in Math, and 9th grade in Reading and Language on the TABE Test. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES: A program completer could work as Stylist, Hair colorist, Permanent wave technician, Skin care technician, Makeup artist, Manicurist/pedicurist specialist, Cosmetician, Cosmetologist's assistant, Manufacturer's representative, Beauty supply presenter, Facials/Nails/Full Specialist. SALARY: The range of salary for licensed cosmetologists is quite broad. Entry level is approximately $18,000 per year and is unlimited regarding the potential for top-level pay. Since it is a commission-based industry, the sky is the limit. Whether in a booming economy or in a recession, people continue to pursue hair and nail care in order to maintain their professional image, as well as, for personal and self-esteem reasons. Demand for cosmetologists should remain strong if past trends dictate the future of this career. The diversity of this career continues to expand, opening new opportunities for placement and advancement. NOTE: Different kinds of Financial Aid are available to eligible students and eligible programs. Applications and information regarding financial aid resources may be obtained from the Financial Aid Office. |
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