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Saint Paul College Programs
Cosmetology Careers
Program Requirements
• Cosmetology Diploma
• Cosmetology AAS Degree
• Nail Care Technician Certificate
Cosmetology Diploma
| Course | Cr | |
|---|---|---|
| CHSN 1410 | Preclinic Introduction | 4 |
| CHSN 1420 | Body Systems and Diseases | 4 |
| CHSN 1461 | Clinic 1 – Nails | 3 |
| CHSN 1462 | Clinic 2 – Skin | 4 |
| CHSN 1463 | Clinic 3 – Advanced Skin | 4 |
| CHSN 1464 | Clinic 4 – Hair Shaping and Styling | 4 |
| CHSN 1465 | Clinic 5 – Advanced Hair and License Prep | 3 |
| COSM 1405 | Preclinic Hair Care 1 | 3 |
| COSM 1406 | Preclinic Hair Care 2 | 3 |
| COSM 1407 | Preclinic Nail Care | 3 |
| COSM 1409 | Preclinic Chemical Control | 3 |
| COSM 1413 | Preclinic Hair Color | 3 |
| COSM 1415 | Advanced Hair Care | 3 |
| ESTH 1445 | Cosmetic Chemistry and Makeup Applications | 4 |
| ESTH 1455 | Skin Analysis and Massage | 4 |
| Subtotal | 52 | |
| General Education Requirements | 3 | |
| Required Electives | 3 | |
| (must select at least 3 credits of the following Technical Electives to complete the required 1550 hours needed for licensure) | ||
| COSM 1451 | Salon Operations 1 | 1 |
| COSM 1452 | Salon Operations 2 | 2 |
| COSM 1453 | Salon Operations 3 | 3 |
| COSM 1454 | Salon Operations 4 | 4 |
| COSM 1455 | Salon Operations 5 | 5 |
| COSM 1456 | Salon Operations 6 | 6 |
| COSM 1491 | Cosmetology Internship | 2-8 |
| Total Program Credits | 58 |
Cosmetology AAS Degree
| Course | Cr | |
|---|---|---|
| CHSN 1410 | Preclinic Introduction | 4 |
| CHSN 1420 | Body Systems and Diseases | 4 |
| CHSN 1461 | Clinic 1 – Nails | 3 |
| CHSN 1462 | Clinic 2 – Skin | 4 |
| CHSN 1463 | Clinic 3 – Advanced Skin | 4 |
| CHSN 1464 | Clinic 4 – Hair Shaping and Styling | 4 |
| CHSN 1465 | Clinic 5 – Advanced Hair and License Prep | 3 |
| COSM 1405 | Preclinic Hair Care 1 | 3 |
| COSM 1406 | Preclinic Hair Care 2 | 3 |
| COSM 1407 | Preclinic Nail Care | 3 |
| COSM 1409 | Preclinic Chemical Control | 3 |
| COSM 1413 | Preclinic Hair Color | 3 |
| COSM 1415 | Advanced Hair Care | 3 |
| ESTH 1445 | Cosmetic Chemistry and Makeup Applications | 4 |
| ESTH 1455 | Skin Analysis and Massage | 4 |
| Subtotal | 52 | |
| General Education Requirements | 20 | |
| (Select at least 20 credits of General Education according to the requirements listed below.) | ||
| Total Program Credits | 72 | |
| Select from the following electives as needed: | ||
| COSM 1451 | Salon Operations 1 | 1 |
| COSM 1452 | Salon Operations 2 | 2 |
| COSM 1453 | Salon Operations 3 | 3 |
| COSM 1454 | Salon Operations 4 | 4 |
| COSM 1455 | Salon Operations 5 | 5 |
| COSM 1456 | Salon Operations 6 | 6 |
| COSM 1491 | Cosmetology Internship Elective | 2-8 |
| AAS Degree General Education - 20 Credits Students are required to complete ENGL 1711 and any SPCH course from Goal 1 (7 credits) |
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| Requirements* | Cr | |
| Goal 1: | Communication | 7 |
| ENGL 1711 Composition 1 (4 cr.) | ||
| SPCH XXXX (3 cr.) | ||
| Select a minimum of 3 credits from Goal 3 or Goal 4 | 3 | |
| Goal 3: | Natural Sciences | |
| Goal 4: | Mathematical/Logical Reasoning | |
| Select a minimum of 3 credits from Goal 5 | 3 | |
| Goal 5: | History, Social Science, & Behavioral Sciences | |
| Select a minimum of 3 credits from Goal 6 | 3 | |
| Goal 6: | Humanities and Fine Arts | |
| Select a minimum of 4 additional credits from Goals 1-10 of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum |
4 | |
| * Refer to the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Course List for specific course options. | ||
Nail Care Technician Certificate
| Course | Cr | |
|---|---|---|
| CHSN 1410 | Preclinic Introduction | 4 |
| CHSN 1420 | Body Systems and Diseases | 4 |
| CHSN 1461 | Clinic 1 – Nails | 3 |
| COSM 1407 | Preclinic Nail Care | 3 |
| COSM 1452 | Salon Operations 2 | 2 |
| Select from the following electives as needed | ||
| COSM 1451 | Salon Operations 1 | 1 |
| COSM 1453 | Salon Operations 3 | 3 |
| Total Program Credits | 16 | |
| Select from the following electives as needed: | ||
| COSM 1451 | Salon Operations 1 | 1 |
| COSM 1453 | Salon Operations 3 | 3 |
Course Descriptions
CHSN 1410 Preclinic Introduction
Provides an introduction to cosmetology, nail technology or skin care, including professional image, Minnesota laws and rules, safety and sanitation. (Prerequisite: High School Diploma and/or a G.E.D.). 4C/3/1/0
CHSN 1420 Body Systems and Diseases
This course presents cells, tissue and organs to aid in understanding histology and physiology of the skin, hair and nails and how they work together to form body systems. Major body systems will be explained along with their impact on the skin, hair and nails. Students will study skin, hair and nail diseases and disorders in order to differentiate treatable disorders from those that require referral to a physician. (Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in Cosmetology, Nail Technician or Esthetician Program, and concurrent enrollment in CHSN 1410). 4C/3/1/0
CHSN 1461 Clinic 1 - Nails
This course provides students with an opportunity to develop practical skills necessary in basic nail care and to complete required services and hours for licensure related to basic nail care. (Prerequisite(s): COSM 1407). 3C/0/3/0
CHSN 1462 Clinic 2 - Skin
This course of the skin care program is designed to provide clinical practice of previously learned skin care skills. (Prerequisite(s): CHSN 1420, ESTH 1445 and ESTH 1455 or concurrent enrollment). 4C/0/4/0
CHSN 1463 Clinic 3 - Advanced Skin
This course is designed to provide clinical practice of previously learned skin care skills. This course provides the necessary hours to complete skin care quotas as mandated by the State of Minnesota. (Prerequisite(s): Students must have 480 clock hours and have completed all preceding courses in the Esthetics program, CHSN 1462). 4C/0/4/0
CHSN 1464 Clinic 4 - Hair Shaping and Styling
Provides students with an opportunity to develop the practical skills in cutting and styling necessary for entry-level salon work. (Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in COSM 1415). 4C/0/4/0
CHSN 1465 Clinic 5 - Advanced Hair and License Preparatioin
Provides students with an opportunity to develop the practical skills in coloring and chemical reformation necessary for entry-level salon work. (Prerequisite(s): Completion of or concurrent enrollment in COSM 1413 and 1415). 3C/0/3/0
COSM 1405 Preclinic Hair Care 1
Provides students with the opportunity to develop basic hair skills with a focus on trichology, shampoo, conditioning, cutting, and finishing hair techniques. (Prerequisites: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in CHSN 1410 and CHSN 1420). 3C/0/3/0
COSM 1406 Preclinic Hair Care 2
Provides students with the opportunity to continue to develop hair service skills with a focus on shampooing, conditioning, styling, long hair, wigs, and extensions. (Prerequisites: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in COSM 1405). 3C/1/2/0
COSM 1407 Preclinic Nail Care
Provides an introduction to nail care including manicuring, pedicuring, and artificial nails. (Prerequisite(s): Completion of or concurrent enrollment in CHSN 1410 and CHSN 1420). 3C/1/2/0
COSM 1409 Preclinic Chemical Control
Provides an introduction to cosmetology chemicals and their applications. This includes curl reformation -- permanent waving, soft curl perming, and chemical relaxing. (Prerequisite(s): Completion of or concurrent enrollment in COSM 1405 and COSM 1407). 3C/1/2/0
COSM 1413 Preclinic Hair Color
Provides an introduction to temporary, semi-permanent, permanent and de-colorization hair color services. (Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in COSM 1409). 3C/1/2/0
COSM 1415 Advanced Hair Care
Provides advanced skill training, color, and chemical reformation in hair cutting and styling. (Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in COSM 1413). 3C/0/3/0
COSM 1451 Salon Operations 1
Provides students with additional time to complete the required services and/or hours for licensure. (Prerequisite(s): Completion or concurrent enrollment in CHSN 1465 (Cosmetology) or CHSN 1461 (Nail Technician). 1C/0/1/0
COSM 1452 Salon Operations 2
Provides students with additional time to complete the required services and/or hours for licensure. (Prerequisite(s): Completion or concurrent enrollment in CHSN 1465 (Cosmetology), or CHSN 1461 (Nail Technician). 2C/0/2/0
COSM 1453 Salon Operations 3
Provides students with additional time to complete the required services and/or hours for licensure. (Prerequisite(s): Completion or concurrent enrollment in CHSN 1465 (Cosmetology), or CHSN 1461 (Nail Technician). 3C/0/3/0
COSM 1454 Salon Operations 4
Provides students with additional time to complete the required services and/or hours for licensure. (Prerequisite(s): Completion or concurrent enrollment in CHSN 1465 (Cosmetology), or CHSN 1461 (Nail Technician). 4C/0/4/0
COSM 1455 Salon Operations 5
Provides students with additional time to complete the required services and/or hours for licensure. (Prerequisite(s): completion or concurrent enrollment in CHSN 1465 (Cosmetology), or CHSN 1461 (Nail Technician). 5C/0/5/0
COSM 1456 Salon Operations 6
Provides students with additional time to complete the required services and/or hours for licensure. (Prerequisite(s): Completion or concurrent enrollment in CHSN 1465 (Cosmetology), or CHSN 1461 (Nail Technician). 6C/0/6/0
ESTH 1445 Cosmetic Chemistry and Makeup Applications
Chemistry is a science that deals with the composition, structure and properties of matter, and how matter changes. This course covers the composition of product ingredients, changes produced by cosmetic products, color theory, make up application techniques, and temporary hair removal (Prerequisites: CHSN 1410, CHSN 1420 or concurrent enrollment). 4C/2/2/0
ESTH 1455 Skin Analysis and Massage
Students will learn to greet customers and to consult in a professional manner. Students will learn to perform draping, skin analysis and proper massage techniques according to client's skin type. Students will learn in a supervised setting, care and proper use of esthetic equipment. Emphasis is on maintaining safety. (Prerequisite: CHSN 1410 and CHSN 1420 or concurrent enrollment). 4C/1/3/0
