Recent SemestersSpring 2026, Spring 2025Class Size45 studentsCredits6PrerequisiteLimitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for Cosmetology 42B, Cosmetology 130, Cosmetology 130A and Cosmetology 130B, Cosmetology 70LA and 70LB or Cosmetology 42B. Transfers ToNot transferableDescriptionThis lecture-lab course provides an integration of theoretical and practical principles and procedures at the intermediate-advanced level. Emphasis is placed on sanitation, safety, client protection, and chemical services on clients. Topics include clipper cutting, advanced long hair dressing, hair extensions, permanent wave, soft curl permanent waving, chemical straightening, thermal pressing and curling, advanced chemical hair coloring techniques, including weaving, low-lighting, and balayage, acrylic and gel nail techniques, as well as makeup application, including lash application techniques and eyebrow and lash tinting. This course is for students interested in becoming a cosmetologist and is intended to prepare them for the California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology licensure.Usually HeldMon Tue Wed Thu Fri 8:30am–3:35pm