Program Description:

Length

14 Months (1200 Clock Hours)

Schedule

Monday - Friday 8 am-1 pm

(Summer hours) Monday-Thursday 8 am - 1:45 pm

Basic Skills Requirement

Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment System (CASAS) score of 239 in Reading, and 236 in Math are required prior to graduation (some exemptions apply).  

Exemptions from the Basic Skills test are as follows:

• Graduate of a Florida Public High School from 2007-present with a standard High School Diploma
• Florida based GED 2014-present
• College degree from an accredited institution
• (Official transcripts are needed to verify exemption)

2025-2026 Curriculum Frameworks

Program Description

Students receive the education and experience necessary to apply and take Florida State Board of Cosmetology Examination and enter the workforce as a competent, confident cosmetologist. Cosmetology covers training in all aspects of hair, skin and nails. Specialized hair training includes cutting, styling, permanent waving, relaxing, coloring, lightening and reconditioning treatments.

Instruction in skin care prepares students to competently perform facials, apply make-up, and educate clients concerning personal skin care. Students also receive the necessary education required to perform manicures, pedicures, and artificial nail services.