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    Cosmetology Program Information

    • Important Information to Know

      Due to high demand, this program has a waitlist. Acceptance into the program does not guarantee the ability to take core classes in the accepted term. In order to get your name on the waitlist, students must have three things completed:

      1. Program Acceptance (pre-core status)
      2. Program Meeting with Advisor (must be accepted into program first)
      3. Attend a Field Day (moves to core status)

      Students enter a “cohort” group when they start the Cosmetology classes. Students are required to be full-time. The program takes one year to complete – this includes a fall, spring and summer session. We follow a strict attendance policy that reflects expectations for success in the industry. The cohort offers consistency in class scheduling each semester. All Cosmetology classes are offered:

      • At the Fond du Lac Campus
      • Monday through Thursday, 7:30 AM until 4:30 PM, and Fridays 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM
      • Roughly 40 hours per week in the classrooms/salon
      • Additional time commitment: 10-20 hours of studying/homework per week

      Students provide services in Techniques Salon:

      • Cutting/Styling/Coloring/Nails/Hair and Scalp Care/Chemical Restructuring/Fundamentals of Facials
      • Students are required to recruit guests for practicing skills and completing assessments, this plays a large role in the future success in the industry

      Upon completion of the program, students complete the Wisconsin State Board Exam – Cosmetology Practitioner. Successful completion of the exams (written and practical), authorize students to practice in the State of Wisconsin. Exam fees ($500) are not included in program costs.

      Convictions of crimes or pending charges may be grounds or denial of license if the circumstances of the conviction or charge are substantially related to professional practice (may need to submit documentation).

      Field Day

      Cosmetology requires you to attend a field day before you can register for any core classes. This is a combined program orientation and registration session.

      You’ll meet the Cosmetology faculty and your new peers!  We will tour the salon, visit your classroom space, share details about College resources & help you register for classes!

      Watch your email for an official invite and plan to sign up.

      For a fall start date, Field Day is held in April, and for January start, it is held in November.

      Please know that you must attend this event.

      Tool/Uniforms

      Students in the Cosmetology program need to purchase a supply kit (manikins, tools, etc.) The kit will be added on to your semester tuition. Kit is approximately $2,200 and books are approximately $600.