Cosmetology Operator, CC

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Hairstylists and cosmetologists work primarily in a salon providing haircutting, hairstyling, and a range of other beauty services. Cosmetology Operators in the state of Texas are licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR).

The Cosmetology Operator Certificate is designed for dual enrollment and is only offered at partnering and approved LSCO dual credit sites. It will provide high school students the preparatory education and experience in the Cosmetology Industry.

The certificate is to be used as a stackable credential in the Cosmetology Operator Associate of Applied Science Degree.

First Semester

CSME 1401 - Orientation to Cosmetology Credits: 4
CSME 1405 - Fundamentals of Cosmetology Credits: 4
CSME 1410 - Introduction to Haircutting and Related Theory Credits: 4
CSME 1453 - Chemical Reformation and Related Theory Credits: 4

Semester Hours: 16

Second Semester

CSME 1443 - Manicuring and Related Theory Credits: 4
CSME 1447 - Principles of Skin Care/Facials and Related Theory Credits: 4
CSME 2401 - The Principles of Hair Coloring and Related Theory Credits: 4
CSME 2541 - Preparation for the State Licensing Examination Credits: 5

Next Steps

Cosmetology Operator, CC

First Semester

Semester Hours: 16

Second Semester

Semester Hours: 17

Total Program Hours: 33