Cosmetology

The Cosmetology Program is a 12-month course of study designed to prepare students to care for hair, skin and nails. The curriculum is designed to comply with the standards of the Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology. Students are required to complete a total of 1500 clock hours in classroom theory and supervised work training. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will receive a certificate and will be eligible to take the State Board of Cosmetology certification exam.

Minimum admission requirements, in addition to general admission requirements, include:

• Attain an ACT composite score of 14 and a math subscore of 14

  OR
  

• Score a 245 or higher on the ACCUPLACER NG Reading Section and a 245 or higher on the ACCUPLACER NG Arithmetic Section (or a 230 on the Accuplacer NG Algebra Section)

  OR
  

• Earn a grade of "C" in ENG 1113 (English Composition I)

  OR
  

• Complete 15 semester hours of general education courses with a “C” average (CGPA of 2.0) or above at an accredited college or university. Developmental coursework does not satisfy this requirement;

  AND
  

• Have either a high school diploma or GED;

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• Attend a Cosmetology Informational Session

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• NOTE: Ability to benefit or MIBEST does not apply to the Cosmetology Program; the student must have either a high school diploma or GED upon enrollment.
  
  
• NOTE: In order for a student to progress in MCC’s Cosmetology Program, the student must earn a grade of “C” or better on each COV course. A minimum passing grade of 70 percent is required in each Cosmetology Program course to graduate.

To meet graduation requirements for this program, students must successfully complete the specified courses listed below with a “C” average (GPA of 2.00) or better. A grade of “C” or higher is required in each COV course to progress in the program.

The Cosmetology Teacher Training program is a course of study designed to develop appropriate communication skills, effective use of visual aids, identification of various teaching styles, and practical application of cosmetology instruction. The curriculum is designed to comply with the standards of the Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology. Each student is required to complete 1,000 clock hours in classroom theory, observation, and supervised work training. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will receive a certificate and will be eligible to take the State Board of Cosmetology Instructor Training certification exam.

Minimum admission requirements (in addition to general admission requirements):

• Attain an ACT composite score of 14 and a math subscore of 14
  
  OR
  
• Score a 245 or higher on the ACCUPLACER NG Reading Section and a 245 or higher on the ACCUPLACER NG Arithmetic Section (or a 230 on the Accuplacer NG Algebra Section)
  
  AND
  
• Complete six semester hours of general education courses with a “C” average (CGPA of 2.0) or above at an accredited college or university.  This coursework must be pre-approved by the Program Coordinator.  Developmental coursework does not satisfy this requirement;
  
  AND
  
  
• Students must have either a high school diploma or GED;
  
  AND
  
  
• A current Cosmetology license;
  
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• The student must be at least 21 years old;
  
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• Attend a Cosmetology Teacher Training Informational Session with the MCC Cosmetology Program Director.

NOTE: Ability to benefit or MIBEST does not apply to the Cosmetology Student Instructor program; the student must have either a high school diploma or GED.

To meet graduation requirements for this program, students must successfully complete the specified courses listed below with a “C” average (GPA of 2.00) or better. A grade of “C” or higher is required in each COV course to progress in the program.

MCC’s Cosmetology program meets the education requirements for a Cosmetology certificate in MS and qualifies graduates to take the Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology license exam. 

Determinations about whether the Cosmetology program at MCC meets the state education requirements for US States, Territories, and the District of Columbia can be found at Professional Licensure & State Authorization Program Determination Disclosure.

Determinations about whether the Cosmetology Instructor Training program at MCC meets the state education requirements for US States, Territories, and the District of Columbia can be found here.