Program: Cosmetology Certificate - Arapahoe Community College

Apr 24, 2025

2019-2020 Arapahoe Community College Catalog

CIP 120401 (COS1)

This two-year program is designed to teach students theory, hair care techniques including cuts, color, perms, and styling; nail technology and skin care. Students will be prepared to earn certificates in Cosmetology, and will be prepared for entry-level positions in the cosmetology industry.

Admission Requirements

Admission to Arapahoe Community College
This certificate is accessible only to Colorado’s Finest High School Participants (current students with Colorado’s Finest High School)

Program Requirements

Major Courses

COS 103 - Shampoo/Rinses/Conditioners I 1 Credit
COS 110 - Introduction to Hair Coloring 2 Credits
COS 111 - Intermediate: Hair Coloring 2 Credits
COS 120 - Introduction to Hair Cutting 2 Credits
COS 121 - Intermediate I: Haircutting 2 Credits
COS 130 - Introduction to Hair Styling 2 Credits
COS 131 - Intermediate I: Hair Styling 2 Credits
COS 140 - Introduction to Chemical Texture 1 Credit
COS 141 - Intermediate I: Chemical Texture 1 Credit
COS 150 - Laws, Rules and Regulations 1 Credit
COS 160 - Introduction to Disinfection, Sanitation & Safety 2 Credits
COS 161 - Intermediate I: Disinfection, Sanitation & Safety 1 Credit
COS 203 - Shampoo/Rinses/Conditioners II 1 Credit
COS 210 - Intermediate II: Hair Coloring 2 Credits
COS 211 - Advanced Hair Coloring 2 Credits
COS 220 - Intermediate II: Haircutting 2 Credits
COS 221 - Advanced Hair Cutting 2 Credits
COS 230 - Intermediate II: Hair Styling 2 Credits
COS 231 - Advanced Hair Styling 1 Credit
COS 240 - Intermediate II: Chemical Texture 1 Credit
COS 241 - Advanced Chemical Texture 1 Credit
COS 250 - Management, Ethics, Interpersonal Skills & Salesmanship 1 Credit
COS 260 - Intermediate II: Disinfection, Sanitation & Safety 1 Credit
COS 261 - Advanced Disinfection, Sanitation & Safety 1 Credit
NAT 110 - Introduction to Manicures and Pedicures 3 Credits
NAT 111 - Intermediate Manicures and Pedicures 2 Credits
NAT 210 - Advanced Manicures and Pedicures 2 Credits
NAT 211 - Application of Artificial Nails 5 Credits
EST 110 - Introduction to Facials and Skin Care 3 Credits
EST 111 - Intermediate Facials and Skin Care 2 Credits
EST 210 - Advanced Massage and Skin Care 2 Credits
EST 211 - Facial Make-up 1 Credit
EST 212 - Hair Removal 3 Credits

Total: 60 credit hours

Graduation Requirements

Apply for graduation online at www.arapahoe.edu/graduation.
As a graduate of a Career and Technical Education program you will be contacted by an ACC employee in approximately six months to verify your employment information. This information gathering is a federal requirement to ensure that ACC receives certain federal funding.
Information regarding occupations, completion rates, placement rates, program costs and median loan debt may be found at www.arapahoe.edu/departments-and-programs/gainful-employment-disclosure-information.