Program Description
The Cosmetology Diploma program prepares students for careers in the field of cosmetology. The program emphasizes specialized training in safety, sanitation, state laws, rules, regulations, chemistry, anatomy, physiology, skin, hair, hair disorders, nails, nail diseases, nail disorders, hair care treatment, hair shaping, hair styling, artificial hair, braiding/intertwining hair, chemical reformation, chemical application, skin care hair care, hair coloring, hair lightening, reception, sales, management, employability skills and work ethics. The curriculum meets state licensing requirements for the State Board of Cosmetology. Program graduates receive a Cosmetology diploma and are employable as a cosmetologist, salon manager, or a salon owner.
Licensing Board: Georgia State Board of Cosmetology, 237 Coliseum Drive, Macon, GA 31217, 478.207.1430
Career Information
Occupation
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
Career Projections
The number of jobs in this field is expected to increase by 17.5% nationally and 15% in the State of Georgia over the next several years. Estimated salaries in this field start at $30,000 a year.
Labor market data was compiled using Economic Modeling Specialists, international and is updated annually.
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Admission Requirements
General College Admissions Requirements
Blood and Airborne Pathogens
Students enrolled in Category I and II programs at Atlanta Technical College will be performing tasks in which there is a normal occurrence for exposure to blood, other potentially infectious body materials, and airborne pathogens.
These tasks will be performed in the classroom, laboratory, and clinical activities for each occupational training program/course. Students will be required to present documentation of Hepatitis B and Tuberculosis immunizations as a result of potential occupational exposure. Students should contact their program directors for more information. Policies and procedures regarding blood and airborne pathogens may be reviewed at https://tcsg.edu/tcsgpolicy/tcsg_policy_manual.pdf.
Program Contact Information
Quiby Brinkley
Instructor, Cosmetology
Academic Building C1110B
404-225-4589
qbrinkley@atlantatech.edu
Thomas Chapman
Instructor, Cosmetology
Academic Building: C1110A
404-225-4587
tchapman@atlantatech.edu
Program Length and Cost
Minimum Program Length in Semester Terms: 3 Terms
Credit Hours: 55
Estimated Program Cost: $9,616
Required Courses
Occupational Courses (47 Credits)
General Education Courses - (8 Credits)
English Requirement - (3 Credits)
| | Select one of the following English courses | 3 |
| ENGL 1010 | Fundamentals of English I | 3 |
| | Or | |
| ENGL 1005 | Applied Technical Communication | 3 |
Math Requirement - (3 Credits)
| | Select one of the following Math Courses | |
| MATH 1012 | Foundations of Mathematics | 3 |
| | Or | |
| MATH 1005 | Applied Technical Mathematics | 3 |
Social/Behavioral Science Requirement - (2 Credits)
| EMPL 1000 | Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development | 2 |
Total Credit Hours: 55
Program Outcomes
1. Graduates should be able to perform skills associated with the profession of a licensed cosmetologist. This includes but is not limited to shampoo and scalp treatments, haircuts and styles, perms, chemical and color treatments, nail and skin care practices.
2. Graduates should be able to perform duties related to salon operations.
3. Graduates should be able to operate safely, observe and put into place proper sanitation policies and procedures.