Cosmetology

About The Program

This program is designated to provide students with the required theory and practical skills, to take and pass the State Cosmetology License Examination and engage in the beauty profession.


This program of study is designed to provide the students with the skills to beautify hair through shampooing, hairstyling, hair shaping, hair coloring, permanent waving, and hair relaxing. The program also includes beautifying of the skin, hands and feet.

Course Details

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Course Name: costmetology

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program length:  10 months

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institution opeid:  036114

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program cip:  12.0401

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program level:  Diploma

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delivery:  traditional/hybrid

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cost of program:  $16,326.00

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overall graduation rate:  79%

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job placement rate:  73%

LICENSURE RATE: 86%

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note: AGENCIES RATE REPORTED TO COUNCIL ON OCCUPATIONAL EDUCATION (COE)

Course Cost

Tuition and fees:  $14,400.00

Books/Supplies/Fees:  $1,926.00

total:  $16,326.00

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LABOR STATISTICS:

SOC CODE: 39-5012 COSMETOLOGY


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Books

  • Textbooks: Milady Standard Cosmetology, 13th Edition: Publisher Milady 2016
  • Textbook (Hardcover-English) ISBN-13: 9781285769417
  • Textbook (Hardcover-Spanish) ISBN-13: 9781285772622
  • Theory Workbook (Softcover-English) ISBN-13: 9781285769455
  • Theory Workbook (Softcover-Spanish) ISBN-13: 9781285769462
  • Practical Workbook (Softcover-English) ISBN-13: 9781285769479
  • Practical Workbook (Softcover-Spanish) ISBN-13: 9781285769486
  • CIMA (English) ISBN-13: 9780357873441
  • CIMA (Spanish) ISBN-13: 9780357873458

FBA gives the option/opportunity to purchase textbooks outside from the school, to new enrolled students for the Barber, Cosmetology, Nail Technician, Full Specialist, Facial Specialist, and Facial Specialist and Advanced Esthetics Programs.



The institution will accommodate as such, to allow the students to use subsequent disbursement of Title IV Aid to pay for those funds. For further questions please contact the school financial aid office.

Courses

  • COS101 - FLORIDA LAW - 31 Clock hours

    Students will learn about the Florida Cosmetology laws and rules from the Board of Cosmetology Chapter 477, Florida Statutes; Chapter 61G5, Florida Administrative Code; Sections of Chapter 455, Florida Statutes; Chapter 61, Florida Administrative Code.

  • COS102 - SANITATION AND DISINFECTION - 90 Clock Hours

    Students will learn how to use chemical agents to disinfect implements and equipment in the salon and promote and protect good health in the community. Proper procedures to follow to assure sanitary conditions with all materials, implements, and products used.

  • COS103 - HAIR SHAPING - 210 Clock Hours

    Students will learn how to use hair shaping implements and supplies in cutting the client's hair in a requested style(s) in specific times between 15 to 30 minut

  • COS104 - SCALP TREATMENTS AND HAIR CARE RINSES - 35 Clock Hours

    Students will learn how to provide a beneficial service of stimulation to contribute to a health scalp and to select a specific treatment that will improve the appearance of a client's hair following proper safety precautions in the application procedure.

  • COS105 - SHAMPOO AND RINSES - 50 Clock Hours

    Student will learn how to use shampoo supplies and chemicals in cleansing the scalp and hair in preparation for additional salon services.

  • COS106 - HAIR ARRANGING - 225 Clock Hours

    Students will learn how to arrange a client's hair into a style of the client's choice through the development of dexterity, coordination and strength in creating designs and patterns in the hair.

  • COS107 - HAIR COLORING - 185 Clock Hours

    Students will learn to change the client's hair color through the use of semi-permanent, permanent, and lightening products following proper steps to safeguard the client in giving the desired service.

  • COS108 - CHEMICAL WAVING AND RELAXING/STRAIGHTENING - 150 Clock Hours

    Students will learn to use professional chemicals and implements in waving and relaxing the hair to make it more manageable and durable for the client from one styling to another.

  • COS109 - SKIN THERAPY - 100 Clock Hours

    Students will learn to gain information and knowledge to give a facial massage treatment using oils, creams, lotions, or other preparations to properly protect the client from significant damage and to describe chemicals, implements and techniques used in hair removal.

  • COS110 - NAIL THERAPY - 60 Clock Hours

    Students will learn to use professional manicuring implements, supplies, procedures, in shaping and polishing the nails.

  • COS111 - BUSINESS ESSENTIALS - 60 Clock Hours

    Students will learn to create a resumé, portfolio creation, and examine the involvement of running a salon business.

  • HIV104 - HIV/AIDS COSMETOLOGY - 4 Clock Hours

    Students will learn about the disease HIV/AIDS, how it affects the body immune system, how it’s spread and prevention.

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Available Schedules

Mornings:  Monday-Friday - 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Evenings:  Monday-Friday - 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Note: 

  • The State of Florida Board of Cosmetology, which is responsible for licensing Cosmetologists, has varied restrictions which may affect an individual with a history of a felony conviction. Upon completion afterward, the State Board is responsible for approving or denying any candidate upon completion of the program.



  • Criminal history is reviewed on a case-by-case situation. If the board denies the application (after completion of school), Student will receive a Notice of Intent to Deny within 30 days of the meeting. The notice will provide details of why the application was denied and what steps they can take to request a hearing.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What financing options are available to help me pay for this program?

    Financing for this program may be available through grants, scholarships, loans (federal and private), and institutional financing plans. Financial Aid is available for those who qualify. Click here to learn more about financial aid.

  • How long will it take me to complete this program?

    The program is designed to take 10 to 15 months to complete.