COSMETOLOGY
Get Creative In Cosmetology
Cosmetology is set up as a working salon. In addition to learning how to cut, style, color, perm, and create up-dos, you will learn the application of facials, theatrical/fantasy make-up, nails, and nail designs.
COSMETOLOGIST
Cosmetologists provide hair care services to enhance the personal appearance of clients. Classroom theory and hands-on application in the model salon/lab focuses on a broad range of services including:
- Shampooing
- Cutting
- Coloring
- Perming
- Relaxing
- Styling of Hair
- Acrylic & Gel Nails
- Manicures
- Pedicures
- Scalp & Facial Treatments
- Makeup Analysis
In addition, emphasis is given to the principles of customer relations and salon management to provide the foundation needed to become an independent stylist and business owner. Once you successfully complete the curriculum and required 1,500 clock hours of instruction you qualify to take the Oklahoma Board of Cosmetology Basic Operator’s exam to become a licensed cosmetologist.
Areas of Study
- Introduction to Cosmetology
- Shampoo/Conditioning/Rinses
- Hairstyling
- Haircutting
- Basic Manicure/Pedicure
- Hair Texture Chemical Restructuring
- Hair Coloring
- Basic Facials
- Lash & Brow Tinting & Arching
- Scalp Treatments
- Customer Service/Shop Management
COSMETOLOGY PUBLIC
This program is designed for a high school student entering training as a junior.
You will complete 1,000 clock hours of theory and hands-on instruction focused in the same specified areas as in the Cosmetologist program, with the remaining 500 clock hours being granted upon successfully obtaining the high school diploma.
Once you successfully complete the curriculum and required clock hours you qualify to take the Oklahoma Board of Cosmetology Basic Operator’s exam to become a licensed cosmetologist.
Areas of Study
- Introduction to Cosmetology – Public
- Shampoo/Conditioning/Rinses – Public
- Hairstyling – Public
- Haircutting – Public
- Basic Manicure/Pedicure – Public
- Hair Texture Chemical Restructuring – Public
- Hair Coloring – Public
- Basic Facials – Public
- Lash & Brow Tinting & Arching – Public
- Scalp Treatments – Public
- Customer Service/Shop Management – Public
MASTER INSTRUCTOR
The Master Instructor curriculum provides an Oklahoma licensed cosmetologist who has worked less than two of the previous five (5) years in the field of cosmetology an opportunity to acquire skills required to become a cosmetology instructor.
Cosmetology instructors are sought by both private and public institutions. Curriculum and hands-on instruction focus on instructional methods, learning philosophies and professional development.
Once you successfully complete the curriculum and required 1,000 clock hours you qualify to take the Oklahoma Board of Cosmetology Instructor exam.
Areas of Study
- Orientation & Review of Cosmetology Curriculum
- Introduction to Teaching
- Course Outline & Development
- Law, Beauty School Management & Record Keeping
- Teaching & Assisting in the Classroom & Clinic
- Practice Teaching in the Classroom & Clinic
PRACTICING MASTER INSTRUCTOR
Licensed cosmetologists with two or more years of experience and has been engaged in the practice of cosmetology in the field of cosmetology within the past five years have an opportunity to acquire skills required to become a cosmetology instructor.
Cosmetology instructors are sought by both private and public institutions. Curriculum and hands-on instruction focus on instructional methods, learning philosophies and professional development.
Once you successfully complete the curriculum and required 500 clock hours you qualify to take the Oklahoma Board of Cosmetology Instructor exam.
Areas of Study
- Orientation & Review of Cosmetology Curriculum – Practicing
- Introduction to Teaching – Practicing
- Course Outline & Development – Practicing
- Law, Beauty School Management & Record Keeping – Practicing
- Teaching & Assisting in the Classroom & Clinic – Practicing
- Practice Teaching in the Classroom & Clinic – Practicing
#CentralTechCosmo
A big shoutout and Central Tech thank you to @deadcenterfilm`s Education Coordinator, Jena Nelson, for speaking to our Digital Media, Graphic Design, and Cosmetology students about opportunities in the film industry. 🫶
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Tap into your creative side, one head of hair at a time, but this time at our Sapulpa campus! ✂️
That`s right, Cosmetology is new in Sapulpa so don`t miss your moment and apply now. centraltech.info/cosmetology
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"You won`t regret going to this amazing school!" Wise words from Cosmetology alumni Honesty Baker. 👏 Apply today: centraltech.info/cosmetology #centraltechCOSMO
Surg Tech, Cosmetology, and Medical Assisting students volunteered to set up in OKC at Scissortail Park for the Walk To End Alzheimers. They arrived at 4:30am in order to start at 6am. It was a great time and experience for all involved and turn out was impressive.
#centraltechSurgTech #centraltechCosmo #centraltechMA
@okstatechamber, OkACTE, and @oklahomacareertech tours Central Tech – discussing the pipeline of talent that can provide workforce solutions to Oklahoma’s businesses.
Read the story > centraltech.info/chamber
#centraltechCosmo
Diesel and welding students, Colt Robertson and Zachary Riley, train cosmetology students in car maintenance and beginner welding techniques, as part of a community action project, “Helping Hand.” These students won 1st in Community Action Project at @skillsusa.oklahoma State Contest and will be competing at Nationals. Congratulations and good luck at Nationals.
LEARN MORE – https://www.drumrightgusher.com/news/helping-hand
@skillsusa #centraltechedu #centraltechCosmo #centraltechDiesel #centraltechWeldFab #SkillsUSA
Cosmetology is set up as a working salon. In addition to learning how to cut, style, color, perm, and create up-dos, students learn the application of facials, theatrical/fantasy make-up, nails, and nail designs.
LEARN MORE > https://bit.ly/3wPvVbs
#centraltechedu #centraltechCosmo
Congratulations Gracie Bailey, Cosmetology student, on being elected for a @skillsusa Post-Secondary State Officer!
#centraltechedu #centraltechCosmo
Once a month, Cosmetology students visit Bradley Elementary to play with students and participate in projects. This month they had fun with paints.
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As Cosmetology students get familiar with their classroom and learn safety in the beginning weeks of class, they also take a moment for some bonding exercises.
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Congratulations to Welding students Evan R. and Noah S. and Cosmetology students Abigail S. and Emily W. for their 1st place @skillsusa state wins. Good luck at Nationals in June!
#centraltechedu #centraltechWeldFab #centraltechCosmo #SkillsUSA #NLSC21
The Cosmetology class is now taking clients that have received their COVID-19 vaccine. Call to schedule an appointment.
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Cosmetology students learn to give perms, first on mannequin heads and then humans.
Photos by Reagan C., IMM student
#centraltechedu #centraltechCOSMO #SkillsUSA #centraltechDM
"I went through Central Tech’s Cosmetology program and came back to take BIT to get my entrepreneurship--then started my own business." #centraltechedu #centraltechCosmo #centraltechBIT
Honesty thought she knew what she wanted to do for her career, and thanks to the hands-on learning at Central Tech, she`s confirmed that it`s her calling!
#gettrained #getpaid #centraltechCosmo
MORE INFORMATION
Available Certifications/License
May require additional fees.
Read MoreOklahoma State Board of Cosmetology
Quick Facts
Campus, Students, Times
Read More- Students: Adult & High School
- Campus: Drumright & Sapulpa
- Times: High school students attend morning or afternoon. Adults attend full day the first year, and half a day the second year. Due to the high number of annual applicants, adult enrollment is limited and strongly competitive. Preference is given to those living in the Central Tech district.
- School Year: August-May
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