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2026-2027 Catalog

Cosmetology: Esthetics Technology Certificate (C55230)


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The Esthetics Technology Certificate provides competency-based knowledge, scientific/artistic principles and hands-on fundamentals associated with the art of skin care. The curriculum provides a simulated salon environment, which enables students to develop manipulative skills. Course work includes instruction in all phases of professional esthetics technology, business/human relations, product knowledge, and other related topics. A minimum of grade of “C” is required in all COS certificate classes.

Graduates should be prepared to take the North Carolina Cosmetology State Board Licensing Exam and upon passing, be licensed and eligible for employment in beauty and cosmetic/skin care salons as a platform artist and in other related businesses.

First Year


Fall 1st 8-Weeks


Fall 2nd 8-Weeks


Semester Total: 20 Contact Hour(s)


Semester Total: 8 Credit Hour(s)


Spring 1st 8-Weeks


Spring 2nd 8-Weeks


Semester Total: 20 Contact Hour(s)


Semester Total: 8 Credit Hour(s)


Total: 40 Contact Hour(s)


Total: 16 Credit Hour(s)


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