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Major: Cosmetology - Certificate (Gainful employment info) Nail Technology - Certificate (Gainful employment info) Degree: Certificate Visit our Cosmetology website

Cosmetology
Cosmetology stylists train with the latest equipment to
provide hair, skin, and nail care services to clients. These
services include hair styling, hair shaping, styling of wigs
and hair pieces, all chemical services, skin care analysis
and treatments, make-up applications, manicures, nail
extensions, and pedicures.

The Highland cosmetology certificate program is
designed to provide the fundamental skills necessary to
enter the cosmetology field. Students learn the scientific
skills of cosmetology including how chemicals react to
various hair textures and colors. With a minimum of 1,500
clock hours of preparation and training for the Department
of Professional Regulation Exam in cosmetology, students
master the basic and current trends of this artistry. Aware
of the ever-growing demand for proficient designers in this
career, the HCC cosmetology program is designed to
simulate a contemporary salon environment while training
with the latest equipment. HCC’s salon was the first in the
area to utilize ergonomically correct shampoo equipment
and computerized software for selecting the best style
and color for customers.

Highland students complete training in salesmanship,
salon management, and business communication giving
them an advantage in owning or managing a salon.

Nail Technology
During this comprehensive, yet condensed program, students in the nail technology program learn about nail structure and sanitation fundamentals as well as develop their manicuring and pedicuring skills as well as gain proficiency in advanced nail art, wraps, and tips with salon customers. After completing required clock hours of training for the Department of Professional Regulation Exam, students will have a strong platform to launch a career as a nail technologist in this ever-popular field.

Possible Career Paths
Possible entrepreneurial opportunities in the field of
cosmetology include stylist, nail technician, esthetic
specialist, chemical services specialist, cosmetic company
representative or platform artist, and educator.

Our Cosmetology Faculty:
Cathie Schmerse, cosmetology faculty

Cosmetology Scholarship Opportunities:
Marion Byram Scholarship
Eduard Buss Business and Technology Scholarship

View all of our scholarships here.