Cosmetology

Cosmetology Program

This program prepares students to meet state requirements, including hair styling, manicuring and permanent waving. The program consists of practical training offered offsite in collaboration with Bellevue Beauty School and Kirkland Beauty School which are both state accredited.

Cosmetology graduates will:

• Be prepared for a range of entry-level positions as stylists, colorists, company representatives, platform artists, and salon managers.
• Be prepared to succeed on the cosmetologist written and practical exams.
• Meet the Skills Standards of Washington for Cosmetology as set forth in RCW 18.16.
• Demonstrate the unique skills to perform excellent Customer Service.

Any developmental coursework a student may be required to complete may increase the program length.

Degrees and Certificates	Length of Program	Admission Dates
Cosmetology Certificate of Proficiency	1 year 4 quarters	Fall, winter, spring, summer

 

Esthetician Program

The Esthetician certificate of completion prepares students for application for Washington State Board of Esthetician Licensing Examination. Students take a total of 40 credits over two quarters while continuing their progress in Cosmetology. This Esthetician certificate is intended to be an articulation option to the Cosmetology Certificate of Proficiency. This program is offered at Duvall campus.

The curriculum for students enrolled in an Esthetician program consists of 726 clock hours of technical instruction and practical operations covering all practices constituting the art of Esthetics. Successful graduates will have the skills and knowledge to pass the State Board exam and secure entry-level employment.

Esthetician certificate graduates can work at:

1. Beauty salons
2. Department stores
3. Health and fitness spas
4. Beauty and fashion-related businesses

Degrees and Certificates	Length of Program	Admission Dates
Esthetician Certificate	40 credits, 2 quarters	Fall, winter, spring