Cosmetology Associate of Applied Science Degree

Program Overview

Major ID: 135A

Program Start Dates: Fall, Spring, Summer - online only CHSN 1698  & CHSN 1699  

The Cosmetology AAS degree meets the requirements for licensure by the Minnesota Board of Cosmetologist Examiners and provides transferrable credits towards a two- or four-year degree in liberal arts and sciences.

Cosmetology services include the cleaning, conditioning, shaping, reinforcing, coloring and enhancing of the body surface in the areas of head, scalp, face, arms, hands, legs and feet.

Science courses provide a good background for the skills taught in hair analysis and treatment. Physical requirements include finger dexterity, negative allergic reaction to cosmetic preparations and artistic flair for creative design. The professional cosmetologist should enjoy working with the public and in a team atmosphere. People skills and time management skills are essential.

Licensing or certification exams are independent of graduation requirements.

Career Opportunities

The job outlook is good for cosmetologists, estheticians and nail technicians. Increasing population, incomes, and demand for cosmetology services will stimulate job growth. In addition, numerous job openings will stem from rapid turnover in salons and the large size of the occupation. The rapid growth of nail salons and full-service spas will generate numerous job openings for cosmetologists skilled in hair, skin, and nails.

After cosmetology students complete 1550 hours of skills and theory training and pass the written exam given through the State designated testing service and skills certification, they are eligible for licensure through the Minnesota Board of Cosmetologist Examiners. Cosmetologists work in a variety of settings including beauty salons and full service spas.

Program Outcomes

1. Graduates will perform basic skin services including skin analysis, facials, makeup application, and hair removal.
2. Graduates will perform haircare services on all hair types including hair analysis, cutting, styling, coloring and lightening, permanent waving, and chemical relaxing.
3. Graduates will perform natural and artificial nail services including manicuring, pedicuring, acrylic, and sculptured nails.
4. Graduates will demonstrate customer service skills, self-growth and personal development.

Program Faculty

Marcie Smith-Fields
marcie.smith-fields@saintpaul.edu

Full-time

Students attend full-time and can complete the program in four semesters.

Licensure

This program meets Minnesota Board of Cosmetologist Examiners requirements.

Textbook and Supply Costs

Students should expect to spend approximately $3,700.00 for cosmetology kits, supplies, and books. This cost is in addition to tuition and fees.

Transfer Opportunities

Saint Paul College has transfer agreements & partnerships between many post-secondary institutions. For more information please go to saintpaul.edu/Transfer

Additional Requirements

Be prepared to purchase student cosmetology kits the first day of class from the book store. Financial aid must have been completed.

All books MUST be purchased before classes begin.

Cosmetology Student Handbook/ Agreement Form
All new and returning students will need to access D2L Brightspace PRIOR to the first day of classes to read the Cosmetology student handbook. After you have read the handbook, you must print and sign Student Agreement Form, Hepatitis B Vaccination/Declination Form and Rollabout Form and return them to your instructor on the first day of class before you will be admitted to class. You will need to perform this task prior to the first day of each semester.

Please direct questions to the assigned instructor of your first class.