Cosmetology, AAS

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To complete an Associate of Applied Science Degree, a student must complete the Cosmetology, Certificate Level I plus the second year requirements. NOTE: A criminal background clearance may be required before acceptance into any cosmetology program.

Students taking classes to become a Cosmetologist, Nail Tech, Esthetician or a Cosmetology Instructor must take and pass the exam given by the TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATIONS to get their license. A license issued by the state of Texas is required before a student can work in the field of Cosmetology.

Second Year

General Education Requirements (15 Semester Hours)

ENGL 1301 - Composition I 3 semester hours
SPCH 1315 - Public Speaking I 3 semester hours
Math OR Life and Physical Sciences Elective - Choose from Core Curriculum 3 semester hours
Humanities OR Creative Arts - Choose from Core Curriculum 3 semester hours
Social / Behavioral Science Elective - Choose from Core Curriculum 3 semester hours

Total: 9 Hours

Second Year

Course Requirements (3 Semester Hours)

ITSC 1309 - Integrated Software Applications I 3 semester hours OR
BCIS / COSC Elective - Computer Science Elective 3 semester hours

Total: 3 Hours

Total Hours for AAS Degree: 60

Each student must complete the required hours and have the Director of the Cosmetology Program submit paperwork to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) for test date.