Become a licensed cosmetologist. Work for yourself as an independent contractor, own your own shop, or name your own work schedule. Express individual creativity by providing a wide range of artistic hair, nail, and skincare services using the latest technology, trends, and name-brand products. Evaluate, recommend, and create unique hair designs to exceed client expectations. Operate and experience a full-service interactive salon and spa environment while working alongside professionals. The purpose of the Cosmetology program is to prepare a person for employment as a cosmetologist. Instruction is designed to qualify students for employment upon successfully passing the Florida Cosmetology Licensing Examination. Specialized classroom and practical experiences are concerned with a variety of beauty treatments including the care of the hair, skin, and nails. Students are given the knowledge, skills, and necessary work experiences for employment at job entry level. Instruction is also designed to qualify students for the Florida Cosmetology Licensing Examination which requires 1,200 hours of instruction. Content includes equipment use, sanitation and sterilization procedures, hair styling, shampoos and rinses, scalp treatment, hair cuts, hair coloring, permanent wave applications, hair straightening, facial treatments, make up, manicures, and salon operations.