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Cosmetology (1000 hours)

Associate in Science



Program Details

The Cosmetology Associate of Science Degree consists of a minimum of 1,000 hours of training to prepare students to pass the state board examination for licensure and for competency in entry level job positions in cosmetology or related career field. The 1,000 hour program is designed to include professional development, general sciences related to cosmetology, health and safety training, disinfection and sanitation, hairstyling services, chemical hair services, nail care, skin care, hair removal, brow and lash beautification. This degree requires the completion of 40 units with a grade of C or better in each course taken, in addition to other graduation requirements. At least one half of the units completed must be taken at Fullerton College.

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Create a customized education plan that fits your needs and ensure that you have sufficient units to graduate (at least 60 semester units or 90 quarter units for an associate degree and 120 semester units or 180 quarter units for a bachelor’s degree).

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Featured Careers

Find your calling. Explore high-earning careers with entry-level data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

  • Barbers

    Certificate after high school, High school diploma/GED

    • Job growth: Rising
    • Low salary: 27,770
    • High salary: 78,440
    • Average salary: 38960
    Rising Job Growth $ 38,960 Average Salary $27,770 $78,440

  • First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers

    Associate's degree, Some college

    • Job growth: Rising
    • Low salary: 32,150
    • High salary: 73,800
    • Average salary: 47080
    Rising Job Growth $ 47,080 Average Salary $32,150 $73,800

  • Fitness and Wellness Coordinators

    Master's degree, Bachelor's degree

    • Job growth: Rising
    • Low salary: 36,880
    • High salary: 111,130
    • Average salary: 61340
    Rising Job Growth $ 61,340 Average Salary $36,880 $111,130

All Careers in Cosmetology (1000 hours) (9)

Fitness and Wellness CoordinatorsMaster's degree, Bachelor's degreeRising61,340
Spa ManagersCertificate after high school, Associate's degreeRising61,340
Makeup Artists, Theatrical and PerformanceCertificate after high school, No high school diploma/GEDRising50,280
First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service WorkersAssociate's degree, Some collegeRising47,080
Skincare SpecialistsCertificate after high schoolRising41,560
BarbersCertificate after high school, High school diploma/GEDRising38,960
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and CosmetologistsCertificate after high school, High school diploma/GEDRising35,250
Manicurists and PedicuristsHigh school diploma/GED, No high school diploma/GEDRising34,660
ShampooersCertificate after high school, High school diploma/GEDRising31,470

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Learning Outcomes

Learning outcomes help you work towards your educational goals.

  1. Apply professional etiquette to show respect, integrity, commitment to personal excellence, and establish a positive rapport in the workplace and community.
  2. Identify infection control procedures and steps to prevent the exposure of infectious microbes on the supplies, tools, and equipment.
  3. Perform a consultation to deliver an excellent service experience and use fundamental manipulative and analytical skills for hairstyling services, chemical hair services, skin care services, & nail care services.