The Cosmetology field combines talent, art, science and business, leading to a choice of rewarding careers. The ICTC Cosmetology (COSMO) program offers a state-of-the-art facility meeting all licensing requirements of the Pennsylvania State Board of Cosmetology. COSMO students learn anatomy, cosmetic chemistry, bacteriology and sanitation. Students are taught the professional hair, skin, and nail procedures. In the student-operated patron clinic, COSMO students gain practical work experience and essential communication skills as they cut, style and color the customer’s hair; apply skin care treatments and makeup; perform manicures and pedicures; manage the salon including scheduling appointments, ordering supplies; inventorying stock; and selling products.

All areas of this licensed profession are taught for a successful transition to the Cosmetology field. The COSMO program prepares students for the PA State board exams and provides a foundation for further training in business management, education, electrolysis, advanced aesthetics and nail technology. Enrolled students will have the opportunity to earn the required 1,250 hours necessary to attain a Cosmetology license.

Planned Courses

• Identify Principles of Cosmetology Science
• Demonstrate Professional Practices
• Care for Hair and Scalp
• Manicuring
• Perm Wave
• Chemical Relaxing
• Facial Treatments
• Superfluous Hair Removal
• Hair Cutting
• Hair Coloring
• Hair Styling

Academic Courses (Recommended & Required for Tech Prep)

• Algebra I
• Algebra II
• Biology
• Chemistry

Advanced Standing

• Pennsylvania College of Technology
• Douglas Education Center

Career Opportunities

• Hairdressers, Hairstylists & Cosmetologist
• General and Operations Manager*
• Vocational Education Teachers, Post-secondary*
• Vocational Education Teachers, Secondary*
• Salon Owners*

*Post-secondary education required