AY24 Academic Catalog/Handbook

Cosmetology Diploma

The Cosmetology program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in the field of cosmetology. Learning opportunities develop academic and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement.

The program emphasizes specialized training in safety, sanitation, state laws, rules and regulations, chemistry, anatomy and physiology, skin, hair, nail diseases and disorders, hair treatments and manipulations, hair shaping, hair styling, artificial hair, braiding/intertwining hair, chemical reformation and application, skin and nail care, hair coloring, hair lightening, reception, sales, management, math, reading, writing, interpersonal relations development, computer skills, employability skills, and work ethics. The curriculum meets state licensing requirements of the State Board of Cosmetology. Program graduates receive a Cosmetology diploma and are employable as a cosmetology salesperson, cosmetologist, salon manager, or a salon owner.

Upon successful completion of the cosmetology program along with at least 1,500 training hours through the OFTC program, students will meet the requirements to sit for a licensure examination in the State of Georgia. 

After obtaining a passing score on both the written and practical examination, a candidate must submit an application for licensure to the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology with the appropriate fee. Passing the written and practical exam does not guarantee licensure. All criminal convictions and any board sanctions must be reviewed by the Board as a consideration for licensure.

Students are accepted into the Cosmetology diploma program every semester. A full-time student can complete this program in 4 semesters. To graduate, students must earn a minimum of 55 semester credit hours.

Offered at the Following Campuses/Delivery Mode:

  • North Campus (Sandersville)
  • South Campus (Dublin)

Employment Outlook

Career Traits/Requirements

Individuals wanting to enroll in the Cosmetology diploma program must be motivated, personable, creative, and able to work independently. Appearance, punctuality, and professional attitude are only a few of the personal traits required to be successful in this profession.

Employment Opportunities

Upon passing the State of Georgia licensure exam, graduates may choose from a variety of career options: hair stylist, nail technician, skin care specialist/esthetician, manufacturer representative, hair colorist, salon owner, salon chain owner, salon manager, or retail specialist. Cosmetology offers limitless opportunities in a rapidly growing industry. Instruction and practical application of learned skills provide a broad occupational background which appeals to prospective employers. Students must complete the entire OFTC diploma program in order for faculty to sign and approve State of Georgia board licensure application forms.

Program Costs

Tuition & Fees: $6,824.00

Books & Supplies: $1,645.00

Liability Insurance: $11.00 charged upon program entry and annually at beginning of calendar year

(Costs are estimated and are subject to change.)

Admission Requirements

OFTC may accept a student’s official entrance score on the following validated assessment instruments if the scores meet the required minimums:

  • COMPASS/ASSET,
  • SAT,
  • ACT,
  • PSAT,
  • PACT,
  • Accuplacer/Accuplacer Next Generation/Companion,
  • HOPE GPA after completion of 10th grade of 2.6 or higher, or High School GPA of 2.6 (for occupational programs), or 2.0 for Workforce Entry Level programs, or GED.

The College may accept transfer credit for other courses according to the College’s transfer policy.

Curriculum

General Core Courses

Course NameCourse TitleCreditsContact
MATH 1012Foundations of Mathematics

3

45

ENGL 1010Fundamentals of English I

3

45

EMPL 1000Interpersonal Relations & Prof Development

2

30

Occupational Courses

Course NameCourse TitleCreditsContact
COSM 1000Introduction to Cosmetology

4

60

COSM 1010Chemical Texture Services

3

90

COSM 1020Hair Care and Treatment

3

75

COSM 1030Haircutting

3

105

COSM 1040Styling

3

90

COSM 1050Hair Color

3

90

COSM 1060Fundamentals of Skin Care

3

105

COSM 1070Nail Care and Advanced Techniques

3

105

COSM 1080Physical Hair Services Practicum

3

105

COSM 1090Hair Services Practicum I

3

105

COSM 1100Hair Services Practicum II

3

105

COSM 1110Hair Services Practicum III

3

105

COSM 1115Hair Services Practicum IV

2

90

COSM 1120Salon Management

3

45

COSM 1125Skin and Nail Care Practicum

2

90

COLL 1060Introduction to College and Computers

3

50

Program Pathway

Semester 1

Course NameCourse TitleCreditsContact
COSM 1000Introduction to Cosmetology

4

60

COSM 1020Hair Care and Treatment

3

75

COSM 1060Fundamentals of Skin Care

3

105

COSM 1070Nail Care and Advanced Techniques

3

105

COLL 1060Introduction to College and Computers

3

50

Semester 2

Course NameCourse TitleCreditsContact
COSM 1010Chemical Texture Services

3

90

COSM 1030Haircutting

3

105

COSM 1040Styling

3

90

COSM 1050Hair Color

3

90

MATH 1012Foundations of Mathematics

3

45

Semester 3

Course NameCourse TitleCreditsContact
COSM 1080Physical Hair Services Practicum

3

105

COSM 1090Hair Services Practicum I

3

105

COSM 1125Skin and Nail Care Practicum

2

90

ENGL 1010Fundamentals of English I

3

45

Semester 4

Course NameCourse TitleCreditsContact
COSM 1100Hair Services Practicum II

3

105

COSM 1110Hair Services Practicum III

3

105

COSM 1115Hair Services Practicum IV

2

90

COSM 1120Salon Management

3

45

EMPL 1000Interpersonal Relations & Prof Development

2

30