Recent SemestersFall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024Class Size15 studentsCredits13PrerequisiteCOSM 261 or equivalent college course with a minimum grade of C. Transfers ToNot transferableDescriptionCOSM 262 includes a study of basic scientific theories and techniques as they apply to cosmetology. The course covers disorders, diseases, analysis, and treatment of the skin, hair, scalp, and nails; bacteriology, sterilizations, and sanitation; principles of hair styling, chemicals and applications, fundamentals of massage, facials, and manicuring; ethics in cosmetology and salon management principles. Prerequisite may be waived with 500 hours of cosmetology training.Usually HeldTue Wed Thu Fri Sat 