Cosmetology - Short-Term Training - Piedmont Community College

Cosmetology – Short-Term Training

Learn the fundamentals of cosmetology in a simulated hands-on environment. Courses are designed to provide students with the appropriate training and required number of contact hours needed to fulfill licensure requirements in accordance with the NC State Board of Cosmetic Art Examiners. Various courses are offered through Continuing Education with topics including, but are not limited to, cosmetology theory and practical training, fingerwaving, hairstyling, hair cutting, shampooing, skin, nails, hair coloring, wigs, bacteriology, sanitation, chemistry, and salon management.

Manicure/Nail Technology
COS-3101; 320 hours

This course covers techniques of nail technology, hand and arm massage, and recognition of nail disease and disorders. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently perform nail care, including manicures, pedicures, massage decorating, and artificial applications in a salon setting.

Registration fee: $189
Contact Cynthia Dixon for textbook and supply information.

SECTION	LOCATION	START DATE	END DATE	DAYS	HOURS	REGISTER
48681	Person County	8/15/2022	2/2/2023	MTWTH	8 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Natural Hair Care
COS-3104; 320 hours

This course provides instruction and clinical practice in natural hair care. The course content includes sanitation, bacteriology, disinfection, first aid, shampooing, draping, anatomy, disorders of the hair and scalp and client consultation. Advanced students apply the following natural hair care techniques: Twisting, Extensions, Locs, blow-dry an thermal Iron. Students also learn general practices related to business management and professional ethics in the workplace. Natural hair care students must complete required hours in an approved program before applying to the North Carolina Board of cosmetic arts for examination.

Registration fee: $189
Contact Cynthia Dixon for textbook and supply information.

SECTION	LOCATION	START DATE	END DATE	DAYS	HOURS	REGISTER
48680	Person County	8/15/2022	2/2/2023	MTWTH	5 – 9 p.m.

Cosmetology Master Educator Course
COS-3206; Part I-432 hours; Part II-382 hours

Licensed cosmetologists can prepare for the role of instructor and take the NC State Board of Cosmetic Arts Instructor Licensing exam after successfully completing this course.

Part I – $189; Part II – $189
Contact Cynthia Dixon for textbook and supply information.

SECTION	LOCATION	START DATE	END DATE	DAYS	HOURS	REGISTER
TBA	Person County	TBA	TBA	MTWTH	8 a.m. – 3 p.m.	TBA

Cosmetology Salon Services

Client services are available Spring & Fall Semesters when students are in session.

PCC’s Cosmetology Students are ready to accept clients

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Process for Admissions

Students will register for the class by clicking on the “Register Here for Classes!” link on the far right side of the page. For more information on the class, contact Cynthia Dixon.