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Cosmetology
The Cosmetology program is designed to provide entry level skills to students interested in a career in the cosmetology profession. California State law requires that persons enrolling in Cosmetology courses must be at least sixteen years of age. Students in the Cosmetology program will be required to comply with and maintain standards of dress and grooming. Excessive absences may result in exclusion from the program. All prospective students are required to attend an orientation program.

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Certificate Associate in Science
Associate in Science Degree
Cosmetology
CoursesUnits
Certificate of Achievement, Cosmetology42.5
BUSE 100, Introduction to Business3
CHEM 100, Fundamentals of Chemistry3
CHEM 100L, Fundamentals of Chemistry Lab1
Total Units = 49.5

San Diego City College *Note: An associate degree is awarded by the San Diego Community College District colleges in recognition of completion of a minimum of 60 units of specified requirements. See the college catalog for details.

Recommended Electives: Cosmetology 290, 92.