Associate of Applied Technology Degree
Educating students in all aspects of professional cosmetology and hair design. Providing services to the hair, head, neck, or scalp. It includes conditioning treatments, haircutting, hairstyling, hair coloring, chemical texturizing services, and skin and nail care. Successful graduates are prepared for the Washington State Department of Licensing Cosmetology examination, and upon licensing will be qualified for positions as cosmetologists. Students will participate in realistic training in the student-operated salon. Clover Park Technical College uses an interactive system of training, utilizing hands-on applications, as well as up to 25 percent online training to support student learning. This model is considered a world leader in beauty education and provides innovative, high-quality educational systems that promote excellence in the hair and beauty industry.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Cosmetology degree, students will:
- Demonstrate proficiency in salon-quality hair services, including shampoo/condition, hair design, hair cutting, chemical texture services, hair coloring, artificial hair, and nail and skin care.
- Follow effective protocols of infection control, hygiene, and safety, according to state laws.
- Complete and pass all courses offered in curriculum with a passing grade of 75 percent or better to achieve AAT degree.
- Develop strategies for a successful salon business.
- Apply science and art of beautifying and improving hair, skin, and nails.
- Show skills and preparedness for WA State practical and written examinations for licensure.
Included in this program are academic courses in communication (English composition, speech), quantitative reasoning (math), social sciences (psychology, sociology), and COLL 102 that provide knowledge and abilities that enhance personal development and serve as a foundation for technical skills.
Employability Requirements
To qualify for a cosmetologist license from the Washington State Department of Licensing, a student must successfully complete the technical courses offered in the program options and pass both the written and practical examinations required by the Washington Department of Licensing.
Program Length
This program is approximately six quarters long, depending on the time students need to satisfactorily complete all graduation requirements.
Admission Dates
Day Program: Summer, fall, winter, and spring quarters.
Evening Program: TBD
Accreditation
This school is licensed under chapter 18.16 RCW. Inquiries, concerns, or complaints regarding this school can be made to the Department of Licensing.
Mailing Address:
Professional Licensing Support Services
Department of Licensing
PO BOX 9026
Olympia, WA 98507-9026
Phone: 360-664-6645
Email: plssunit@dol.wa.gov
Program Note
COSMO 183, 189 and 233 will only be offered in the Fall and Spring quarters
Completion Requirements
Prerequisite(s)
A mandatory orientation is required prior to admission to the program.
Program Course List
NOTE:
English Composition or higher
MAT 111: preferred
General Psychology or other social science or humanities class
Computer Literacy Requirements: Computer Literacy Course that meets the degree requirement, or successfully pass the computer literacy exam
Students not meeting state licensure hours requirements will take one or more of the following internship courses: