Program Enrollment
Program add codes are required for both transfer and continuing students for spring, summer and fall semesters. Mid-spring and mid-fall courses are also part of the program and new courses begin each nine weeks. Program vacancies are filled by students from a waiting list.

Orientation
Students must bring proof of placement test scores to the orientation session and Student Handbook.

Program Hours
Cosmetology courses are offered during the day and evening.

Full Time Program:
For students enrolled in lecture courses numbered 50, 60, 70, 81 and 95: 7:50 A.M.- 8:50 A.M., Monday through Friday.
For students enrolled in laboratory 50L, 60L, 80L & 90L:
8:50 A.M.- 4:00 P.M., Monday through Friday.

Half Time Evening Program:
Lecture: Monday 5:00 - 10:00 P.M. and 5:30 - 10:00 P.M., Tuesday through Friday (laboratory only) NOTE: A nine-week summer session is required for both full-time day and half-time evening students.

Prior Hours:
Students who have hours previously completed in a cosmetology program must provide written verification of hours completed. This is done by submitting State Board documentation to the Cosmetology Department. The California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology requires 1600 hours of instruction and a passing score on the State Board examination to become a licensed cosmetologist eligible for employment. Students participate in practical and theoretical training under the supervision of a State licensed and community college credentialed instructor at all times while enrolled in the program.