Cosmetology

Program Overview

Students are trained in hair cutting, shampooing and styling, chemical texture services, hair color, manicuring and pedicuring, and facial waxing, massage, and treatments. Along with Cosmetology salon practices, students are taught Business of Cosmetology and Employability Skills, which are essential for Cosmetologists to own or manage a business. This program prepares graduates for employment in various occupations including hairstylist, barber, nail technician, makeup artist, esthetics, hair colorist, chemical services technician, salon managers, and business owners.

Contact Information

VANESSA CLARK
vclark@cacc.edu

Why get your AOT in Cosmetology at CACC?

The Cosmetology program provides students with the knowledge needed to obtain an Alabama State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering/National Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology (NIC) license, as well as the skills for immediate employment once licensed.

Top Careers

  • Cosmetology Business Owner
  • Hairstylist
  • Nail Technician
  • Makeup Artist

  • In-Person

Additional Details

Certification

While pursuing the Cosmetology AOT degree and upon successful completion of specific courses, the stackable Cosmetology Certificate, Chemical Services & Salon Practices Short-Term Certificate, Hair Coloring Short-Term Certificate and Introduction to Cosmetology Short-Term Certificate will be awarded to students.