The field of cosmetology relies on creative people who use their ability to visualize shapes and forms for hair design and personal care. Cosmetologists need manual dexterity, an understanding of chemistry and superior client communication skills. This program provides theory and skill development in shampooing, cutting, shaping, curling and coloring hair, as well as manicuring and esthetics.

Employment opportunities are available in beauty salons, department stores, health care and hotel facilities. Entrepreneurship opportunities are also available for cosmetologists who choose to pursue this pathway. Additional employment choices include nail artist, complexion care, cosmetic or beauty supply sales and services, manufacturing technician and color chemist.

Enrollment is limited in the program. Admission requires an interview, testing and a physical examination. Contact the salon at 913-469-8500, ext. 4723 or 2390, for additional information.

Certain courses within this program require a professional liability insurance fee. Students will be notified via their JCCC student e-mail account if they are required to pay a $16 fee. The dollar amount for fees is subject to change.

(Major Code 370A; CIP Code 12.0401)

Cosmetology/Esthetics/Nail Technology

Career Certificate

Option 1 - No Professional Licensure
AVCO 110  Introduction to Cosmetology.........................21
          Prerequisite: Selective Admission Approval
AVCO 112  Clinical Cosmetology*...............................12
          Prerequisite: Selective Admission Approval
AVCO 114  Advanced Cosmetology*...............................12
          Prerequisites: AVCO 110 with a min grade of "C" or
          higher and selective admission approval
          TOTAL PROGRAM CREDIT HOURS..........................45

          or

Option 2 - With Nail Technology Licensure
AVCO 110  Introduction to Cosmetology.........................21
          Prerequisite: Selective Admission Approval
AVCO 112  Clinical Cosmetology*...............................12
          Prerequisite: Selective Admission Approval
AVCO 115  Cosmetology with Nail Technology License*...........12
          Prerequisites: AVCO 110 and current Kansas nail
          technology license
          TOTAL PROGRAM CREDIT HOURS..........................45

          or

Option 3 - With Esthetics Licensure
AVCO 110  Introduction to Cosmetology.........................21
          Prerequisite: Selective Admission Approval
AVCO 112  Clinical Cosmetology*...............................12
          Prerequisite: Selective Admission Approval
AVCO 116  Cosmetology with Esthetics License*.................12
          Prerequisites: AVCO 110 and current Kansas esthetics
          license
          TOTAL PROGRAM CREDIT HOURS..........................45

          or

Option 4 - With Both Nail Technology & Esthetics Licensure
AVCO 110  Introduction to Cosmetology.........................21
          Prerequisite: Selective Admission Approval
AVCO 115  Cosmetology with Nail Technology License*...........12
          Prerequisites: AVCO 110 and current Kansas nail
          technology license
AVCO 116  Cosmetology with Esthetics License*.................12
          Prerequisites: AVCO 110 and current Kansas esthetics
          license
          TOTAL PROGRAM CREDIT HOURS..........................45
*Prerequisite/Corequisite required