Cosmetology Program


Cosmetology
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Curriculum Description Curriculum
The Cosmetology curriculum is designed to provide competence-based knowledge, scientific/artistic principles, and hands-on fundamentals associated with the hairdressing industry. The curriculum provides a simulated salon environment which enables students to develop manipulative skills. Course work includes instruction in all phases of professional imaging, hair design, chemical processes, skin care, nail care, multicultural practices, business/computer principles, product knowledge, and other selected topics. To be eligible for MCC graduation, the student must have satisfactorily completed all course requirements. Students completing all of the courses without absences will earn the required 1500 contact hours to sit for the State Board of Cosmetic Arts examination. In the event a student earns less than 1500 contact hours required by the State Board of Cosmetic Arts in these courses due to absences, he/she may enroll in additional electives to earn the 1500 contact hours. Students may pursue an Associates Degree, Diploma, and or Certificate program. Instructor Certificates are also offered in Cosmetology, Esthetics, and Manicuring. Go to the Martin Community College 2006-08 Catalog for complete program requirements and information.

Careers Careers

Graduates qualify to sit for the State Board of Cosmetic Arts examination. Upon successful passing of the State Board exam, graduates will be issued a license. The demand for cosmetologists far exceeds the number of graduates entering the field. Graduates work in in independent salons, spas, national franchises and independent chains as Hairstylist, Colorist, Nail Technician, and Esthetics Technician. Career planning and placement assistance is offered by the college and the Employment Security Commission. Click here for more information.

Facility Facilities

The Cosmetology lab or School of Beauty and Culture is located in Building 1 on the college's main campus in Williamston. The lab is 2,846 square feet of office and salon space, that includes a state of the art esthetic lab (Pictured upper left), pedispa, and 24 salon stations (Pictured below). The School of Beauty and Culture Salon is open to the general public from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. daily. The Salon offers haircuts, perms, hair coloring, braiding paraffin bath, manicures, nails wraps, acrylic tips, nail art, pedicures, and facials at a reasonable cost. Upper level students perform these services under the supervision of licensed cosmetologists. Appointments and walk-ins are welcome at MCC's School of Beauty and Culture Salon. Call 252-792-1521 ext. 257 to schedule an appointment. Martin Community College, with it's picturesque 65 acre main campus located in Williamston, the center of northeastern North Carolina, provides a convenient setting for commuting students. For information about the college and directions, click here. The college does not provide dormitories but referral housing is available through the Office of Student Services.

Faculty Faculty/Advisors
Violett Sheppard (Cosmetology students A-M) Instructor Diploma, Harrell’s Hair Design Teacher’s Certification and Registered Cosmetologist License, N.C. State Board of Cosmetic Art 252-792-1521 ext.257 vsheppard@martincc.edu Annie Whitehurst (Cosmetology students N-Z) Instructor Diploma, Martin Community College Teacher’s Certificate and Registered Cosmetologist License, N.C. State Board of Cosmetic Art 252-792-1521 ext. 257 awhitehurst@martincc.edu Barbara Daly Department Chair of Industrial and Health Technologies B.A., Seton Hill College M.A., Purdue University bdaly@martincc.edu


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