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Cosmetology Operator Certificate

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Cosmetology Operator Level I Certificate

Amanda Smith
Instructor I
Cosmetology Building, Office 116
(409) 984-6403
cosmetology@lamarpa.edu

The Cosmetology Program prepares students for a career as cosmetology professional. The recommended courses of study are designed to meet licensure requirements established by the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation. 

Upon completion of this certificate program, students will have successfully completed all required courses, will have accrued the required clock hours of training and will possess knowledge and skills enabling him or her to pass an examination administered by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations. 

Students who lack a high school diploma or GED must demonstrate necessary skills in reading, writing and math to enroll in any beginning Cosmetology course. The designated implement for demonstrating such skills is the TSI exam, GED or Ability to Benefit. Students seeking the AAS, who fail to meet minimal standards in one or more of these areas, must complete appropriate developmental courses such as DENG 0110, DENG 0410, DENG 0301, DMTH 0110, DMTH 0310, DMTH 0314, or DMTH 0132 prior to enrolling in any cosmetology course.

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Recommended Program of Study
Course Title SCH
First Year
Fall Semester
CSME 1310 Introduction to Haircutting and Related Theory 3
CSME 1401 Orientation to Cosmetology 4
CSME 1453 Chemical Reformation and Related Theory 4
CSME 2343 Salon Development 3
Spring Semester
CSME 1447 Principles of Skin Care/Facials and Related Theory 4
CSME 2410 Advanced Haircutting and Related Theory 4
CSME 2401 The Principles of Hair Coloring and Related Theory 4
CSME 2251 Preparation for State Licensing Practical Examination 2
Total 28
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