Pathway: Personal Care Services
Plan of Study: Cosmetology/Hairstylist
Career Goal (O*Net Code): Hairdresser, Hairstylist, & Cosmetologists (39-5012.00),
9th
10th
11th
12th
High School
Recognition for
Advanced
Learning
* Default includes CDHE Higher Education
Admission Requirements
Suggested High School Courses
Core Academic
Courses*:
See your high school counselor for district requirements and the
Colorado HEAR academic requirements for Core Academic courses
Career Path
Courses:
Core Academic
Courses*:
Suggested Electives:
Graphic Design
Fine Arts
Business & Computer
Skills
Career Path
Courses:
Core Academic
Courses*:
Career Path
Courses:
Cosmetology (Two year program) PTC
Hairstyling (1.5 year program)PTC
Core Academic
Courses*:
Suggested Electives:
Photography
Communications
Suggested Electives:
Business
Career Path
Courses:
Cosmetology (Two year program) PTC
Hairstyling (1.5 year program) PTC
Secondary to Postsecondary Linkages & Certifications
Postsecondary Credit Options:
PSEO, Dual Credit, (HS/PS) HS Cosmetology 8.0 Practical Arts/Technology, Hairstyling 6.0 Practical
Arts/Technology, PS Cosmetology up to 63 credits, Hairstyling up to 43 credits.
Post secondary credits (maximum 45) from a completed PTC certificate program(s) can be transferred to any
Colorado community college towards an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or Associate of General Studies (AGS)
degree
Industry Recognized Certificate(s) or License(s): Certificates:
Certificate of Completion from Pickens Technical College
Cosmetology & Hairstyling License Certification (tests available from outside vendors at additional cost)
Cosmetology, Hairstylist
(Certificate names may vary by institution)
Bachelor
Degree
Associates of Applied Science
Associates of Art
Business Management
Marketing
Psychology
Education
Graduate
Degree
Associate
Degree
Certificate
Colorado Postsecondary Programs
Available
Postsecondary Education Opportunities
Suggested Electives:
Foreign Language
Spanish
Computer Technology
Business Administration
Counseling
Education
Colorado Institutions
Pickens Technical College
Emily Griffith Opportunity School
Red Rocks Community College
Northeastern Junior College
Lamar Community College
Private Institutions
Community Colleges in Colorado
Entrance Exams/
Requirements
See each
schools
admissions
website
See each
schools
admissions
website
Metro State University
University of Denver
University of Northern Colorado
Colorado State University/Fort Collins/Pueblo
See each
schools
admissions
website
University of Phoenix
University of Colorado
University of Northern Colorado
See each
schools
admissions
website
Career & Technical Education is delivered through the Colorado Community College System
www.cccs.edu
Cluster Overview: Preparing individuals for employment in career pathways that relate to families and human needs.
Extended Learning Experiences
Curricular Experiences:
Business Professional of America
Future Leaders of America
Skills USA
Extracurricular Experiences:
Red Cross Courses
Science Fairs
School News Paper
Student Council
Yearbook
Work-Based Learning Experiences:
Suggested: Internship paid or Unpaid
Job Shadowing
Apprenticeship/Assistant
Sales Person
Beauty Supply Retailer
Program Accreditation and/or Professional
Association(s):
InterCoiffure
International Chain Salon Association
National Cosmetology Association
The Salon Association
Service Learning Experiences:
Community Service Volunteer
Peer/Mentoring/Peer Tutoring
Graduate
Degree
Bachelor
Degree
Associate
Degree
Certificate
Career Options:
Beauty Supply Sales/Mgt/Owner
Salon Manager/Owner
Product Consultant/Representative
Licensed Practicing Cosmetologist or Hairstylist
Instructor/Educator
State Board Examiner
Business/Management/Owner
Marketing
Salary Range:
$
$$
Business Owner/Franchise
$$$
Business Administrator
Education
Counseling
$$$
* $ = $15-25,000; $$ = $25-55,000; $$$ = $55-90,000; $$$$ = Above $90,000
Career & Technical Education is delivered through the Colorado Community College System
www.cccs.edu
Insert Institution Name Here does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs
or activities. Please direct inquiries to: Insert name, address and telephone number of AA/EEO officer
Career & Technical Education is delivered through the Colorado Community College System
www.cccs.edu