Course Curriculum
The methods of instruction used in this program are theory (including online methods), demonstration and practical experience. The TTC, Inc. The cosmetology program consists of four levels of training with the following subject matter included.
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- History & Career Opportunities
- State Laws, Statutes & Ethics
- Business Essentials (to include an overview of business start-ups, entity specifics, proper client scheduling marketing techniques and POS training)
- Infection Control
- Properties of the Hair and Scalp
- Shampooing, Rinsing, and Conditioning
- Chemical Textural Services
- Hair Cutting
- Hair Coloring
- Principles of Hairstyling
- Nail Diseases & Disorders
- Manicuring
- Pedicuring
- Nail tips, Wraps, & No-Light Gels
- Acrylic Nails
- UV Gels
- General Anatomy & Physiology
- Basics of Chemistry
- Basics of Electricity
- Skin Structure & Growth
- Skin Diseases & Disorders
- Facials
- Hair Removal
- Facial
- Make-Up
- Braiding & Braid Extensions
- Wigs & Hair Enhancement
- Seeking Employment
- On the Job Salon Business
- State Board Preparation
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program information
Certificate of Cosmetology
Program Duration 14-16 months
Certificate of Cosmetology & Therapeutic Massage
Program Duration 16-18 months
(Program Available Starting 5 August 2024)
(Registration opens 10 June 2024)
State Board Re-Test Cosmetology
Program Duration 4-5 months
Please contact our Office of Admissions directly at (334)649-1199 for all program current tuition rates. Dual Enrollment Programs are only available for currently enrolled high school students. Instructor Training candidates must be current and have held a licensed through the Alabama Board of Cosmetology & Barbering for a minimum of 2 years. These candidates must also pass an entrance exam with a minimum score of 80%. Enrollment in all Accelerated Programs requires a minimum 3.2 verifiable GPA within the past 3 years.
Transitions Technical College, Inc. DOES NOT accept transfer clock hours or credits more than 2 years old.
Program Duration 14-16 months
Certificate of Cosmetology & Therapeutic Massage
Program Duration 16-18 months
(Program Available Starting 5 August 2024)
(Registration opens 10 June 2024)
State Board Re-Test Cosmetology
Program Duration 4-5 months
Please contact our Office of Admissions directly at (334)649-1199 for all program current tuition rates. Dual Enrollment Programs are only available for currently enrolled high school students. Instructor Training candidates must be current and have held a licensed through the Alabama Board of Cosmetology & Barbering for a minimum of 2 years. These candidates must also pass an entrance exam with a minimum score of 80%. Enrollment in all Accelerated Programs requires a minimum 3.2 verifiable GPA within the past 3 years.
Transitions Technical College, Inc. DOES NOT accept transfer clock hours or credits more than 2 years old.
CLASSES & SCHEDULES
Class Schedule Day Students (Full-Time)
Monday-Thursday 8:30am-4:00pm and Friday EITHER 8:45am-12:45pm or 1pm-5pm, on-campus as well as a 2-hour ONLINE MANDATORY study hall period. Students are given a 1-hour lunch break as scheduled by the senior instructor. Students will attend classes 3 days on campus, including Fridays as well as 2 days online via Canvas.
Class Schedule Night Students (Part-Time)
Monday-Thursday 5:30pm-10:00pm. Students are given a 30-minute dinner break from 7-7:30pm or 7:30-8pm. Night Students will attend classes 2 days on campus and 2 days online via Canvas. Night students are also required to attend in-person classes 2 Saturdays per month.
Dual Enrollment Students (High School Students ONLY)
Monday-Thursday 5:00pm- 9:00pm. Students are given a 30-minute dinner break from 7-7:30pm. Students will attend classes 4 days a week on campus. Dual enrollment students are required to have a minimum of 2.5 GPA, be in good standing at currently enrolled high school and at least 16 years old.
Accelerated Program Students
Monday- Thursday 8:30am- 4:00pm and Friday 9am-4pm on campus as well as 2 days online via Canvas. Students are given a 1-hour lunch break as scheduled by the senior instructor. Students must have a minimum of 3.2 GPA within the last 3 years. GPA will be verified.
Monday-Thursday 8:30am-4:00pm and Friday EITHER 8:45am-12:45pm or 1pm-5pm, on-campus as well as a 2-hour ONLINE MANDATORY study hall period. Students are given a 1-hour lunch break as scheduled by the senior instructor. Students will attend classes 3 days on campus, including Fridays as well as 2 days online via Canvas.
Class Schedule Night Students (Part-Time)
Monday-Thursday 5:30pm-10:00pm. Students are given a 30-minute dinner break from 7-7:30pm or 7:30-8pm. Night Students will attend classes 2 days on campus and 2 days online via Canvas. Night students are also required to attend in-person classes 2 Saturdays per month.
Dual Enrollment Students (High School Students ONLY)
Monday-Thursday 5:00pm- 9:00pm. Students are given a 30-minute dinner break from 7-7:30pm. Students will attend classes 4 days a week on campus. Dual enrollment students are required to have a minimum of 2.5 GPA, be in good standing at currently enrolled high school and at least 16 years old.
Accelerated Program Students
Monday- Thursday 8:30am- 4:00pm and Friday 9am-4pm on campus as well as 2 days online via Canvas. Students are given a 1-hour lunch break as scheduled by the senior instructor. Students must have a minimum of 3.2 GPA within the last 3 years. GPA will be verified.