COURSES OFFERED
Cosmetology 1
Introduction to Cosmetology Procedures16 units; 6 hours lecture, 30 hours lab
Recommended Preparation: eligibility for English 2R
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU
This course covers the study of basic principles and practical operations of cosmetology equipment, procedures and techniques. It is designed as an intensive, multi-disciplinary workshop in the most common cosmetology processes. Lectures center on the fundamental theories of the practice of cosmetology and their application. Laboratory work is designed to support, with practical application, the basic cosmetology student with an intensive forum for development of basic cosmetology skills, techniques, safety practices, and sanitation procedures.
Note: Students who have earned credit in Cosmetology 10 and 11 cannot receive unit credit for Cosmetology 1.
Cosmetology 2abcd (formerly 2)
Advanced Cosmetology Procedures8 units; 3 hours lecture, 15 hours lab
Prerequisite: Cosmetology 1 with a minimum grade of C
or completion of 399 hours at a school licensed by the State Board of Cosmetology
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU
This course covers the principles and practical operations of cosmetology equipment, procedures and techniques. It is designed as an intensive, multi-disciplinary workshop in the most common cosmetology processes. Lectures center on the fundamental theories of the practice of cosmetology and their application. Laboratory work is designed to support the cosmetology student with an intensive forum for development of cosmetology skills, techniques, safety practices and sanitation procedures.
Cosmetology 3
Advanced Cosmetology Applications5 units; 4 hours lecture, 28 hours lab (8 weeks course)
Prerequisite: Cosmetology 1 with a minimum grade of C
or 399 hours from a State approved cosmetology program
Credit, degree applicable
This course covers advanced principles and practical operations of cosmetology equipment, procedures and techniques. It is designed as an intensive, multi-disciplinary course which focuses on the most common cosmetology processes. Lectures center on the advanced theories of the practice of cosmetology and their application. Laboratory work is designed to support with practical application, the advanced cosmetology student with an intensive forum for development of advanced cosmetology skills, techniques, safety practices and sanitation procedures.
Cosmetology 4
Cosmetology Practicum 0.5 - 10 units; 4.5-90 hours lecture, 13.5-270 hours lab
Prerequisite: Cosmetology 3
or Cosmetology 14 with a minimum grade of C in prerequisite
Credit, not degree applicable
This course is designed for the student who has completed the daytime or evening cosmetology course series and lacks hours for the State Board of Cosmetology examination. The focus of this class is on the advanced principles and practical operations of cosmetology equipment, procedures and techniques.
Cosmetology 10
Introduction to Cosmetology I8.5 units; 4 hours lecture, 14 hours lab
Recommended Preparation: eligibility for English 2R
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU
This is the first of a two-course introductory series covering the principles and practical operations of cosmetology techniques, procedures, and equipment for wet and thermal styling, permanent waving, chemical straightening, hair coloring, and scalp treatments. This is the first course in a sequence of courses that prepares students for the State Board of Cosmetology examination and employment.
Note: Students who have earned credit in Cosmetology 1 cannot receive unit credit for Cosmetology 10.
Cosmetology 11
Introduction to Cosmetology II8.5 units; 4 hours lecture, 14 hours lab
Prerequisite: Cosmetology 10 with a minimum grade of C or equivalent
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU
This is the second of a two-course introductory series covering the principles and practical operations of cosmetology techniques, procedures, and equipment for wet and thermal styling, permanent waving, chemical straightening, hair coloring, scalp treatments, facials, and manicuring and pedicuring. This is the second course in a sequence of courses that prepares students for the State Board of Cosmetology examination and employment.
Note: Students who have earned credit in Cosmetology 1 cannot receive unit credit for Cosmetology 11.
Cosmetology 12
Intermediate Cosmetology8.5 units; 4 hours lecture, 14 hours lab
Prerequisite: Cosmetology 11 with a minimum grade of C
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU
This is an intermediate course covering the principles and practical operations of cosmetology techniques, procedures, and equipment. Topics include wet and thermal styling, permanent waving, chemical straightening, hair coloring, scalp treatments, facials, and manicuring and pedicuring. This is the third course in a sequence of courses that prepares students for the State Board of Cosmetology examination and employment.
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Cosmetology 13
Advanced Cosmetology I8.5 units; 4 hours lecture, 14 hours lab
Prerequisite: Cosmetology 12 with a minimum grade of C
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU
This is the first of a two-course advanced series covering the principles and practical operations of cosmetology techniques, procedures, and equipment. Topics include wet and thermal styling, permanent waving, chemical straightening, hair coloring, scalp treatments, facials, and manicuring and pedicuring. This is the fourth course in a sequence of courses that prepares students for the State Board of Cosmetology examination and employment.
Cosmetology 14abcd (formerly 14)
Advanced Cosmetology II8.5 units; 4 hours lecture, 14 hours lab
Prerequisite: Cosmetology 13 with a minimum grade of C
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU
This is the second of a two-course advanced series covering the principles and practical operations of cosmetology techniques, procedures, and equipment. Topics include wet and thermal styling, permanent waving, chemical straightening, hair coloring, scalp treatments, facials, and manicuring and pedicuring. This is the fifth and final course in a sequence of courses that prepares students for the State Board of Cosmetology examination and employment.
Cosmetology 16abcd
Cosmetology Applications4 units; 1.5 hours lecture, 7.5 hours lab
Prerequisite: Cosmetology 1 or 10 with a minimum grade of C in prerequisite or equivalent
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU
This course covers the study of intermediate principles, procedures, techniques, and practical operations of cosmetology equipment. It is designed as an intensive, multidisciplinary workshop in the most common cosmetology processes. Lectures center on the theories of the practice of cosmetology and their application. Laboratory work is designed to provide the student with a forum for development of intermediate cosmetology skills, techniques, safety practices and sanitation procedures.
Cosmetology 50
Special Topics in CosmetologyUnits determined by individual course;
lecture/lab hours determined by individual course
Credit status determined by individual course
This course is designed to explore topics in Cosmetology more specific than provided in other courses in the regular departmental curriculum. Students are referred to the current schedule of classes for details of specific courses.
Cosmetology 95abcd
Cooperative Career Education2-4 units; hours to be arranged
Enrollment Limitation:
Parallel Plan (Work and Attend School at the Same Time):
Enrollment in a minimum of seven units, including Cooperative Career Education;
employment in a job related to the major or career goal by the third week of the semester;
completion of or current enrollment in one course from the major
Alternate Plan (Work and Attend School Alternately):
Successful completion of one semester at El Camino College including
one course from the major before initial enrollment in plan;
enrollment limited to one other class during the semester;
employment in a job related to the major or career goal by the third week of the semester;
successful completion of at least seven units of other class work at El Camino before re-enrolling in plan.
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU - limitations apply
Through a set of learning objectives established by the student, employer and instructor, each student will work with and learn from experts in the Cosmetology field. These experiences will enable students to improve job skills, analyze career opportunities and requirements, and compare these to personal potential and expectations.
Note: The maximum total units earned for CCE under both plans may not exceed 16 units.
Cosmetology 99abc
Independent Study in Cosmetology1-3 units; hours to be arranged
Enrollment Limitation: two courses in Cosmetology with a minimum grade of B
in each and acknowledgment by the instructor with whom the student will work
Credit, degree applicable
This course provides special advanced studies in a subject field of Cosmetology not covered in the regular departmental offerings. Regular conferences with the instructor are coordinated with assigned Cosmetology projects (60 hours per unit).
Note: Refer to page 11 of the College Catalog for eligibility requirements.
Cosmetology 103
Introduction to Manicuring Arts9 units; 3 hours lecture, 18 hours lab
Credit, degree applicable
The course covers the study of the principles and practices of manicuring techniques, procedures, and products. It is designed as an intensive multi-disciplinary workshop in the most common manicuring and pedicuring processes. Lectures center on the fundamental theories of manicuring, pedicuring, and artificial nail application. Laboratory work is designed to support practical applications. The student will have a basic understanding of the manicuring arts and be able to analyze manicuring products for worth and quality. This is a course in preparation for the State Board of Cosmetology Examination.
Note: Complete course totals 350 hours. Student cost for materials is approximately $200.
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