The cosmetology industry continues to grow.  Students can access Cosmetology courses at Reese Center in the Human Services program area.

Possible Certifications:

Cosmetologist Operators Licensure

Career and Technical Student Organizations:

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Course Descriptions:

Course Name: Cosmetology I

Course: 1

Course Number: CHU130

Offered In: 11–12

Credits: 2 Level: On Level

Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in Principles of Cosmetology Design and Color Theory; completed application and acceptance required at the James Reese Center

Description: Students integrate academic, career and technical knowledge in this sequenced laboratory course designed to provide job-specific training for employment in cosmetology careers. Students acquire skills in shampooing, hairstyling, hair coloring, and hair cutting. Learners earn hours towards cosmetology certification while gaining hands-on exposure to industry skills.

Course Name: Principles of Cosmetology Design and Color Theory

Course: 1

Course Number: CHU110

Offered In: 11–12

Credits: 1

Level: On Level

Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in Cosmetology I; completed application and acceptance required at the James Reese Career and Technical Center

Description: Students will coordinate integration of academic, career, and technical knowledge and skills in this laboratory instructional sequence course designed to provide job-specific training for employment in cosmetology careers. Students will develop knowledge and skills regarding various cosmetology design elements such as form, lines, texture, structure and illusion or depth as they relate to the art of cosmetology. Instruction includes sterilization and sanitation procedures, hair, nail, and skin care in order to prepare for the state licensure examination through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations.

Course Name: Cosmetology II (Advanced CTE Course)

Course: 2

Course Number: CHU140

Offered In: 12

Credits: 2

Level: On Level

Prerequisites: Cosmetology I and Principles of Cosmetology Design and Color Theory; concurrent enrollment in Esthetics; completed application and acceptance required at the James Reese Center

Description: Students will continue to acquire certification clock hours started in Cosmetology I. The development of advanced skills is earned through instruction in sterilization and sanitation processes as well as progressive hair, nail and skin care practices which meet the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation requirements for licensure upon passing the state examination at the end of this course.