Student Catalog and Handbook 2024-2025

Salon and Spa Support Specialist Certificate (ST11)

The Salon and Spa Support Specialist Technical Certificate of Credit introduces courses that prepare students for careers in the field of Cosmetology as Shampoo Technicians. Learning opportunities develop academic and professional knowledge required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes specialized training for safety, sanitation, state laws, rules and regulations, chemistry, anatomy and physiology, structure of the hair, diseases and disorders of the hair and scalp, hair and scalp analysis, basic hair and scalp treatments, basic shampooing techniques, reception sales, management, employability skills, and work ethics. Graduates receive a Salon and Spa Specialist Certificate of Credit and are employable as a Cosmetology salesperson, salon manager, or salon owner.

 

Career Opportunities 

Graduates are employable as cosmetology salespersons, salon managers, or salon owners.

Credit Required for Completion: Minimum of 13 credit hours

Curriculum

Occupational Courses

COSM 1000Introduction to Cosmetology Theory

4

COSM 1020Hair Care and Treatment

3

COSM 1040Styling

3

COSM 1120Salon Management

3