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Our Cosmetology program will give you hands-on experience with haircutting, hairstyling, coloring, chemical relaxers, facial treatments, nail services, make-up techniques and more. Our full or part-time program allows you to take classes to better fit your schedule.

Plus, you’ll get the chance to practice and gain real-world experience working with clients on-site at Emily’s Salon & Barbershop. You’ll learn directly from industry experts and guest lecturers.

More Information About the Program

You will be provided (these items are non-returnable):

  • Textbook
  • Cosmetology kit
  • Near the end of the program, students will be receiving a state board kit. That is included in tuition/fees.

You must purchase:

  • Black scrubs (available from Amazon, Walmart, Crazy Scrubs, etc).
  • You must wear:
    • Solid black scrubs, both tops and bottoms.
  • You cannot wear:
    • Low-cut shirts, sweatpants, short skirts/shorts (no shorter than 2 inches above the knee), open-toed shoes, sagging pants, torn jeans or clothing with holes, profanity or offensive wording; tops with midriff exposed or sunglasses indoors
  • Hair and nails must be kept clean and groomed at all times.
  • Excessive odors from smoke, perfume, or other sources will not be tolerated.
  • ID visible at all times during class and school events

This program has a strict attendance policy that will be reviewed at orientation. 

  • Missed hours cannot be made up. Students who exceed the attendance limit will need to re-enroll in a future cohort.
  • Enrollment in future cohorts is dependent on pending space and availability.

COS 1003 Introduction to Hair & Scalp
COS 1030 Introduction to Hair Styling
COS 1020 Introduction to Hair Cutting
COS 1010 Introduction to Hair Coloring
COS 1040 Introduction to Chemical Texture
NAT 1010 Introduction to Nail Care
EST 1010 Introduction to Skin Care
COS 1060 Introduction to Infection Control & Prevention

COS 1021 Intermediate I: Hair Cutting
COS 1011 Intermediate I: Hair Coloring
COS 1031 Intermediate I: Hair Styling
COS 1041 Intermediate I: Chemical Texture
COS 2003 Intermediate I: Hair & Scalp
NAT 1011 Intermediate I: Nail Care
EST 1011 Intermediate I: Skin Care
COS 1050 Laws, Rules & Regulations
COS 2079 Seminar/Workshop

COS 2020 Intermediate II: Hair Cutting
COS 2010 Intermediate II: Hair Coloring
COS 2040 Intermediate II: Chemical Texture
COS 2030 Intermediate II: Hair Styling
NAT 2011 Application of Nail Enhancements
EST 2012 Hair Removal
EST 2011 Make-up for Skin Care Professionals

COS 2021 Advanced Hair Cutting
COS 2011 Advanced Hair Coloring
COS 2031 Advanced Hair Styling
COS 2041 Advanced Chemical Texture
NAT 2010 Advanced Nail Care
EST 2010 Advanced Skin Care
COS 2089 Capstone
COS 2086 Independent Study
COS 2050 Business Management/Personal Skills/Ethics

  • $11,935 (eligible for financial aid)
  • Full-time 11 months / Part-time 19 months
  • Hybrid format (in-person and online course content)
  • Start Date: 5/5/2025, 8/18/2025, 11/3/2025, 2/9/2026, 5/4/2026 full-time
  • Start Date: 4/14/2025, 9/29/2025, 3/2/2026 part-time
  • This program may have a waitlist.

Program Requirements

  • Must be 16 years or older

By applying to this program, you understand the Academic Preparedness and Physical Requirements below.

  • Ability and stamina to manage daily reading (20-30 pages per day), workbook assignments, and associated exams that occur several times per week, in preparation and completion of the state licensure exam.
  • English language proficiency (reading, writing, speaking, and listening).
  • Understanding of basic algebra.
  • Operate machinery safely and efficiently.
  • Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, parts, or controls to safely and appropriately use equipment, tools and implements.
  • Make repetitive movements.
  • Maintain standing and sustained activity for 8 hours at a time.
  • Ability to bend, twist, stretch, and reach.
  • Perform chemical treatments within prescribed time constraints for safety, with the use of PPE. 
  • Lift, handle, push, or pull materials that can weigh up to 50 pounds.
  • Communicate effectively with instructor(s), classmates, and clients.
  • Differentiate between sounds and be able to focus on a single source of sound for timers and equipment alarms.
  • Ability to see and read product/ingredient labels, safety data sheets, client forms and records. 
  • Observe differences in the form of nails, hair, and skin to look for abnormalities. 
  • Detects differences in color, shade, brightness, and texture. 
  • Maintain and comply with safety protocols amidst sharp tools, electrical equipment, noise, chemicals, dust, moisture and heat. 
  • Tolerate odors and fumes that are typically associated with salon/spa services.
  • Work in rapidly changing, and sometimes stressful environments. 
  • Manually control sharp objects (scissors, razors).
  • Must be 16 years of age to take the licensure exam upon completion of this program.
  • This program will require computer use and internet access. If you need assistance obtaining technology, please contact student.success@emilygriffith.edu. 
  • Students are not allowed to work during scheduled class hours. 
  • Do not plan vacations or elective surgery during the program as this program has specific hours requirements for program completion.
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