- Monroe Career & Technical Institute
- Cosmetology
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COSMETOLOGY
(PDE APPROVED TECH PREP PROGRAM)
The Cosmetology Program is an instructional program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills related to the cosmetology industry in a variety of beauty treatments including the care of the hair, skin, and nails. Instruction includes training in giving shampoos, rinses and scalp treatments; hair styling, setting, cutting, coloring, tinting and lightening; permanent waving; facials; manicuring; and hand and arm massaging. The Program includes instruction in bacteriology, anatomy, hygiene, sanitation, salon management including record keeping and customer relations. Instruction is designed to qualify students for the licensing examination upon successfully completing 1,250 hours of instruction. The Program consists of a list of PDE required tasks and additional local or value added tasks.
Specialized Equipment:
Related Occupations /Employment Opportunities:
Personal Qualifications:
For participation in the program, students are required to purchase a kit with the items mandated by the State Board of Cosmetology and MCTI.
Students are also required to purchase a uniform selected by MCTI.
Manicurist
Hairdresser
Hairstylist
Manager
Skin Care Specialist
Ability to Work
Independently and in
a Team
Problem Solving
Analytical Skills
Creativity
Patience
Endurance
CAREERS:Career/Technical Educational Teachers Secondary Schools Hairdressers, Hairstylists and Cosmetologists
Certification available to qualified students:Industry Certification
Provider Name
Cosmetologist
Pennsylvania Department of State, State Board of Cosmetology