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Course Summary Cosmetology ( 37 semester credit hours ) The certificate program in cosmetology prepares students by developing positive attitudes as well as skills and technical knowledge necessary for competency in the field of cosmetology. This program allows students the opportunity to acquire the individual skills necessary to complete the State Cosmetology Board Examination. The student must have a 2.0 overall GPA to receive a certificate. Entrance Requirements 1.        Complete the Nelson-Denny reading test.  The test is given by appointment at the Wharton County Junior College Testing Center.  Call the Testing Center at (979) 532-6386 or (979) 532-6457 for test dates and times. Students that want to schedule an appointment to test the the Sugar Land Campus need to call (281) 243-8434 for testing dates and times. For students that want to test at the Fort Bend Technical Center, please call (281) 239-1532 for testing schedules and registration procedures. Students must have an application on file with WCJC prior to test date at all locations. 2.         Selection of students accepted to the Cosmetology program is based on the ranking of the Nelson-Denny Reading Test.  3.         Complete an application for admission.  4.        Provide a high-school transcript or copy of GED certificate and, if applicable, a transcript from each college or accredited cosmetology school attended. 5.         Provide proof of residency in the State of Texas for at least 12 months prior to enrolling in the program. Plan of Instruction The program in cosmetology consists of 12 calendar months or 10-1/2 months.  Students register each semester (fall, spring and summer). The program is offered in Wharton. Inquiries concerning admission and registration should be directed to the Cosmetology Department in Wharton at (979) 532-6422. Evening classes are also available. Course Course Title Semester Hours First Semester CSME 1401 Orientation to Cosmetology 4 CSME 1405 Fundamentals of Cosmetology 4 CSME 2441 Prep for Texas Cosmetology Commission Exam 4 CSME 1491 Special Topics in Cosmetology 4   16 sem. hrs Second Semester CSME 1451 Artistry of Hair Theory and Products 4 CSME 2439 Advanced Hair Design 4 CSME 2343 Salon Development 3 CSME 2237 Advanced Techniques 2   13 sem. hrs Third Semester CSME 2401 The Principals of Hair Color and Theory 4 CSME 1453 Chemical Reformation and Related Theory 4   8 sem. hrs State Board Examination:  Upon satisfactory completion of the program, students are eligible to apply to take the state board examination to become licensed as cosmetologists.                               Capstone Experience:  Mock state board exam.