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Cosmetology

Cosmetology introduces students to providing beauty services such as shampooing, cutting, coloring and styling hair as well as manicures, pedicures and specialized nail services to their clients. Students operate Avantage - the Vantage hair salon - three days a week and serve local clients. Upon completion of the program and meeting the requirements of the Ohio State Board of Cosmetology, students are eligible to take the state examination prior to graduation. Students will learn to

Create, cut, style, color and recommend hair designs for clients in the state licensed school hair salon
Use advanced techniques to deliver a wide-range of skin care and nail treatments
Experience working in a full-service salon environment

POTENTIAL CAREERS
Stylist
Nail Technician
Spa Technician
Product Educator/Sales

INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS
Eligible for State of Ohio Cosmetology License pending passage of State Board exam.
OSHA 10 hour General Industry

CAREER TECHNICAL STUDENT ORGANIZATION
Skills USA

COLLEGE CREDIT OPTIONS
Vantage Career Center has partnered with Northwest State Community College to offer courses both online and in our building. These are part of College Credit Plus. Students can also opt to attend local campuses to meet academic requirements. Contact Student Services for more information.

SERVICES
Avantage Salon