# Cosmetology (Associate of Science)

El Camino College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Cosmetology

Source: http://catalog.elcamino.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=13&poid=3577

**Design and Applied Technology Division**
www.elcamino.edu/academics/divisions/design-and-applied-technology/

The cosmetology program offers students the option to gain proficiency in hair cutting, coloring, permanent waving, chemical relaxing, manicuring, pedicuring, and facials. After completing introduction to cosmetology, Cosmetology Level I (Certificate of Accomplishment), students will have the basic skills for entry level positions as specified by the State Board of Cosmetology. Cosmetology Level II (Certificate of Achievement) will give the student intermediate skills to work in the cosmetology industry. Completion of Cosmetology Level III (Certificate of Achievement) will give students 1600 hours and prepares them to take the California State Board of Cosmetology Examination. Competencies are assessed regularly in compliance with the California State Board of Cosmetology criteria. After successful completion of the California State Board of Cosmetology Examination, students will have a state license to embark on their new career.

For Gainful Employment program information, please visit  www.elcamino.edu/academics/areas-of-study/cosmetology.php.

### Program Costs

Students enrolling in a cosmetology class for the first time at El Camino College must purchase the Cosmetology School Kit (supplies) from the El Camino Bookstore. The cost of the kit is approximately $1,600.

Completion of 41-42 units (1,600 hours) from the following:

### 13 units from:

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| COSM 1 | Introduction to Cosmetology Procedures | 16 |
| or COSM 10 | Introduction to Cosmetology I | 8.5 |
| COSM 11 | Introduction to Cosmetology II | 8.5 |

### 28-29 units from:

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| COSM 2A | Intermediate Cosmetology | 8 |
| COSM 2B | Advanced Cosmetology | 8 |
| COSM 2C | Advanced Cosmetology and Introduction to State Board Review | 8 |
| COSM 2D | Advanced Preparation for State Board Review | 8 |
| COSM 3 | Advanced Cosmetology Applications | 5.5 |
| or COSM 4 | Cosmetology Practicum | 5 |

**Total Major Units: 41-42**

### GE Patterns

Complete one of the following:

#### ECC GE: 24 units

Required for local degrees (AA and AS).

#### Cal-GETC: 34 units

Required for transfer degrees (AA-T and AS-T).

### Electives

As needed to reach a minimum of 60 degree-applicable units.

**Minimum Degree Total: 60 units**