Degrees and Certificates
Degrees and Certificates
A.S. Degree: Cosmetology
The Cosmetology Department offers a 1600 hour course of instruction in all areas of cosmetology. It fulfills the requirements set forth by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. The Western Association of Schools and Colleges also accredits this program. Gavilan College offers the required hours in a four module sequence of classes. Career opportunities include cosmetologist, assistant stylist, manicurist, color specialist, esthetician, platform artist, educator and salon owner/manager. Students completing the certificate of achievement and AS degree will become eligible to become a vocational instructor by completing a supplemental teacher training course. See a Cosmetology instructor or counselor for details.
A student may complete the Gavilan College A.A./A.S. general education, the CSU-GE Breadth or the IGETC pattern, plus sufficient electives to meet a 60 unit total. See a counselor for details. NOTE: A course may be used to satisfy both general education and major requirements. See "Double Counting Rule".
COS200Beginning Cosmetology12
COS201Intermediate Cosmetology12
COS202Advanced Cosmetology12
COS203Practicum 0.500 - OR12
COS207Contemporary Styling4.5
COS205State Board Review2
** There are times when a course listed as a requirement for a major or certificate cannot be offered in a reasonable timeframe. Course substitutions and waivers will be considered by the department. Please contact the department chairperson. This information is available from the Office of Instruction at (408) 848-4761.
Certificate of Achievement: Cosmetology
The Cosmetology Department offers a 1600 hour course of instruction in all areas of cosmetology. It fulfills the requirements set forth by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. The Western Association of Schools and Colleges also accredits this program. Gavilan College offers the required hours in a four module sequence of classes. Career opportunities include cosmetologist, assistant stylist, manicurist, color specialist, esthetician, platform artist, educator and salon owner/manager. Students completing the certificate of achievement and AS degree will become eligible to become a vocational instructor by completing a supplemental teacher training course. See a Cosmetology instructor or counselor for details.
COS205State Board Review2
** There are times when a course listed as a requirement for a major or certificate cannot be offered in a reasonable timeframe. Course substitutions and waivers will be considered by the department. Please contact the department chairperson. This information is available from the Office of Instruction at (408) 848-4761.
COS200Beginning Cosmetology12
COS201Intermediate Cosmetology12
COS202Advanced Cosmetology12
COS203Practicum 0.500 - OR12
COS207Contemporary Styling4.5
Certificate of Proficiency: Esthetician
Gavilan College offers a comprehensive skin care program that will meet the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Barbering and Cosmetology requirements for licensure. State Licensing requires 600 hours for the practice of Esthetics. Two courses are offered to meet the requirements for Licensure: Scientific Skin Care and Advance Scientific Skin Care. The curriculum includes, but is not limited to, the study of skin, its appendages,massage, masks and peels, use of skin care machines, product knowledge, light therapy, botanical and chemical therapy, sanitation, salon operation, and Cosmetology State Board regulations. Instruction also includes client services. Scientific Skin Care and Advanced Scientific Skin Care are offered in two consecutive semesters. An additional 6 units in electives is required to receive a Certificate of Achievement of Esthetics.
COS220Scientific Skin Care (Esthetics)8
COS221Advanced Scientific Skin Care (Esthetics)8
