# Cosmetology (Certificate of Achievement)

Laney College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Cosmetology

Source: https://lan.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/44166/44231/44184/44317/44983

The Cosmetology program prepares students in all phases of cosmetology. The program consists of 1000 hours training in theoretical foundations, manipulative skills, business knowledge, professional and ethical practices and prepares students to take the California State Board of Cosmetology examination for licensing.

Admission Requirements -Complete the application for Laney College. A grade of “C” or above is required in each prerequisite course to continue in the sequence of course offerings.  Potential  students  must  attend an orientation  meeting  prior  to enrollment

Transfer students will be accepted when space is available, providing they have not achieved more than 300 certified hours and apply within a one-year period of withdrawal from a previous school. Upon completion of the 1000-hour program, students are eligible for the Cosmetology certificate and are qualified to apply for licensing through California State Board of Cosmetology.

The Cosmetology Certificate of Achievement is earned after successfully completing courses 210-215, 220-225, 200 and 240LE. After completing the courses and clock hours required the students are qualified to take the state licensing exam for cosmetology. Licensed cosmetologists are able to provide hair, skin and nail services in salons and spas.

**Career Opportunities**

Hairstylist, nail technician, makeup artist, skincare specialist, hair removal technician and retail sales.

**Program Learning Outcomes**

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:

1.  Demonstrate the ability to pass the cosmetology licensing exam.
2.  Demonstrate .proficiency in performing the objectives learned from the 10 core cosmetology courses

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **First Semester (14.25-15.5 units):** | | 14.25-15.5 |
| COSM 210 | Cosmetology Theory I | 5 |
| COSM 210L | Cosmetology Laboratory I | 6.5 |
| or COSM 210LE | Cosmetology Laboratory I | 5.25 |
| COSM 211 | Manicuring and Pedicuring I | 1 |
| COSM 212 | Chemical Services I | 1 |
| COSM 213 | Hairstyling Services/Haircutting I | 1 |
| COSM 215 | Facials I | 1 |
| **Second Semester (16.25-18 units):** | | 14.25-15.5 |
| COSM 220 | Cosmetology Theory II | 5 |
| COSM 220L | Cosmetology Laboratory II | 6.5 |
| or COSM 220LE | Cosmetology Laboratory II | 5.25 |
| COSM 221 | Manicuring and Pedicuring II | 1 |
| COSM 222 | Chemical Services/Haircutting II | 1 |
| COSM 223 | Hairstyling Services/Haircutting II | 1 |
| COSM 225 | Facials II | 1 |
| **Third Semester (2.5 units):** | | 2.5 |
| COSM 240LE | Cosmetology Laboratory IV | 2.5 |
| **For students who have not reached the minimum required 1000 hours to take the State Board Licensing after the 2nd semester, please take the COSM 200 Class** | | 2 |
| COSM 200 | Special Projects: Laboratory | 2 |
| **Total Units:** | | 31-33.5 |
| **Recommended, but not required:** | |  |
| BUS 20 | General Accounting | 3 |
| BUS 54 | Small Business Management | 3 |
| COMM C1000 | Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 |
| PSYCH 6 | Social Psychology | 3 |
| SOC 1 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |