The primary purpose of the Cosmetology program is to train the student in basic manipulative skills, safety judgments, proper work habits and desirable attitudes necessary for entry level positions in Cosmetology or a related career avenue.
The cosmetology program consists of 60 credit hours of instruction of both theoretical and practical skill development required for licensure by the Colorado Department of Higher Education. Theory and practice precede laboratory activities and students must complete the theory and practical for each exercise in the Basic Freshman curriculum and receive a passing grade on each exercise before being allowed to participate in laboratory activities. Theory and practice are integrated throughout the course.
The Office of Barber and Cosmetologist Licensing/designated testing agency conducts all examinations in English and applicants shall submit answers in English. All education and learning environments in our school are conducted in English, to include classroom activity and clinic floor education.
Cosmetologist twelve-month program
60 credit hours
Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:15 pm
| Tuition | $15,000.00 |
| Registration Fees | $300.00 |
| Kit, Uniform and Books | $2,400.00 |
| $17,700.00 | |
| *prices still under review and subject to change | |
Designing Beauty Academy uses
Milady's Standard Textbook of Cosmetology,
Milady's Standard Workbook of Cosmetology, and
Milady's Standard Exam Review of Cosmetology
text books, published by Thomson Delmar Learning, the world's number one publisher of beauty training materials and professional reference books.
- Shampooing, Rinsing & Conditioning
- 2 credits
- Shampoo Chemistry, Hair & Scalp Analysis, Scalp Disorders & Diseases, Scalp Manipulations, Shampooing Procedures & Techniques, Rinsing, Conditioning & Finishing, Treatments of the Scalp & Hair
- Haircoloring
- 8 credits
- Color Theory, Color Applications & Techniques, Chemistry of Haircolor, Hair Lightening (Bleaching), Special Effects Techniques, Corrective Color Theory & Techniques
- Haircutting
- 8 credits
- Scalp Analysis & Hair Growth, Theory of Haircutting, Tools & Implements, Sectioning & Control, Angles & Elevation, Cutting Techniques & Applications
- Hairstyling
- 7 credits
- Principles of Hair Design, Wet Hairstyling, Roller Sets, Pincurls & Fingerwaving, Thermal Hairstyling, Blow Dry Styling, Iron Curling, Waving, Artistry of Artificial Hair, Long Hair Techniques, Hair Pressing
- Chemical Texture Services
- 4 credits
- Chemistry of Permanent Waving, Hair Structure & Analysis, Sectioning, Blocking & Wrapping, Permanent Waving Techniques, Chemistry of Chemical Relaxing, Relaxer Application Techniques, Soft Curl Permanent Waving
- Manicuring & Pedicuring
- 7 credits
- Nail Structure, Growth & Anatomy, Diseases & Disorders of the Nail, Theory of Massage, Massage Manipulations, Manicure Procedures & Techniques, Pedicure Procedures & Techniques
- Application of Artificial Nails
- 5 credits
- Chemistry & Safety for Artificial Nail Enhancements, Sculptured Nail Applications, Nail Tip Application & Overlays, Nail Wrap Application & Techniques
- Facials & Skin Care
- 7 credits
- Theory of Massage, Benefits, & Techniques, Histology of Skin, Diseases & Disorders of the Skin, Products, Ingredients, Use & Application, Consultation, Analysis & Preparation, Facial & Skin Care Techniques, Skin Care Treatments, Light Therapy, Masks & Packs Therapy & Treatments
- Facial Makeup
- 1 credit
- Color Theory & Analysis, Cosmetic Product Ingredients & Chemistry, Cosmetic/Makeup Applications & Techniques, Artificial Lash Application, Lash & Brow Tinting
- Hair Removal
- 3 credits
- Physical & Chemical Depilatories Theory, Chemistry & Product Knowledge, Client Consultation, Analysis & Safety, Physical Depilatory Procedures & Techniques, Chemical Depilatory Procedures & Techniques
- Law, Rules & Regulations
- 1 credit
- Local, State & Federal Laws and Statutes, School Rules, Regulations & Policies
- Management, Ethics, Interpersonal Skills & Salesmanship
- 1 credit
- Interpersonal Skills, Communication & Human Relations, Professionalism, Management & Ethics, Salesmanship Skills & Traits
- Disinfection, Sanitation, & Safe Work Practices
- 6 credits
- Bacteriology & Infection Control, Sanitation Practices in the Workplace, Patron Protection, Draping, Material Safety Data Sheets, OSHA in the workplace, Standards & Regulations, Public Sanitation Methods, Chemical Agents, Types, Classifications, Safe Use & Handling
- Total
- 60 credits
- At Designing Beauty Academy 60 credits is equivalent to 1800 hours of training.
