Cosmetology AAS
The Cosmetology AAS degree (AAS_COSM) is offered at LSC-Kingwood and LSC-North Harris. For more information, please contact the Cosmetology Department.
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Program Description
Three associate of applied science degrees are available in this program. The general education core courses will transfer to a variety of universities. Contact the counselor or advisor at any college for specific information and to obtain the recommended sequencing of courses.
Admissions Criteria
In addition to the system admission requirements, the following are requirements for admission to the cosmetology program:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Completed ENGL 0304 and ENGL 0306 or (ESOL) equivalent, or higher level ENGL course or placement by testing.
- Minimum age of 17 years.
- Mandatory attendance at a scheduled orientation session or departmental approval.
- Program admission for students with previous college experience requires that the student be in disciplinary good standing at all former institutions. No student will be admitted who is under disciplinary suspension status from another college or institution. Any such status requires positive resolution from the other institution before a student will be considered for cosmetology admission.
After program admission approval, the student must have the registration form approved by the cosmetology academic counselor. Applicants who have completed hours in cosmetology in other educational programs may apply for placement by examination for CSME 1254, 1310, 1501, and 1505. Official verification of the hours completed is required.
Progression Requirements
Once admitted to the cosmetology program, a student must attain a grade of “C” or better in each cosmetology course as well as satisfactory attendance record (refer to Cosmetology Student Handbook) in order to progress in the program.
Readmission Policy
A student who withdraws from the cosmetology program may be re-admitted only once with the recommendation of the department faculty.
Program Plan
First Year Credits
| Course | Number | Title | Credits |
| ENGL | 1301 | Composition and Rhetoric I | 3 |
| KINE | Any physical activity course | 1 | |
| SPCH1 | Elective | 3 | |
| Elective2 | Math/Natural Science | 3-4 | |
| PSYC | 2301 | General Psychology | 3 |
| CSME | 1254 | Artistry of Hair Design I | 2 |
| CSME | 1310 | Intro to Haircutting & Related Theory | 3 |
| CSME | 1501 | Orientation to Cosmetology | 5 |
| CSME | 1505 | Fundamentals of Cosmetology | 5 |
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TOTAL Credits for First Year: |
28-29 | ||
Second Year Credits
| Course | Number | Title | Credits |
| CSME | 1553 | Chemical Reformation & Related Theory | 5 |
| CSME | 2310 | Intermediate Haircutting & Related Theory | 3 |
| CSME | 2337 | Advanced Cosmetology Techniques | 3 |
| CSME | 2501 | Principles of Hair Coloring & Related Theory | 5 |
| CSME | 2539 | Advanced Hair Design | 5 |
| CSME | 2541 | Prep. for the State Licensing Exam | 5 |
| Elective3 | Humanities/Fine Arts | 3 | |
| ITSC | 1401 | Introduction to Computers | 4 |
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TOTAL Credits for Second Year: |
33 | ||
Total Credits
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TOTAL Credits for Cosmetology AAS Degree: |
61-62 |
- Choose from SPCH 1311, 1315, 1318, or 1321.
- See core requirements for AAS degree for options. Students must meet TSI requirements.
See LoneStar.edu/TSI for details. - Must meet the multicultural requirement.
Note: Capstone experience is completed by taking a departmental exam.
