COSMETOLOGY
Walk into the world of beauty and unleash your passion in a dynamic real salon environment. Join this class to master the art of hairstyling, coloring, perming, up-dos, while also gaining expertise in facials, theatrical/fantasy make-up, nails, manicures, pedicures, and lashes, opening doors to a vibrant career in the captivating field of cosmetology. With classroom salon hours open to the public, you get to practice your skills on real people as you work to become a licensed cosmotologist.
Get Creative In Cosmetology
Cosmetology is set up as a working salon. In addition to learning how to cut, style, color, perm, and create up-dos, you will learn the application of facials, theatrical/fantasy make-up, nails, and nail designs.
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COSMETOLOGIST
Cosmetologists provide hair care services to enhance the personal appearance of clients. Classroom theory and hands-on application in the model salon/lab focuses on a broad range of services including:
- Shampooing
- Cutting
- Coloring
- Perming
- Relaxing
- Styling of Hair
- Acrylic & Gel Nails
- Manicures
- Pedicures
- Scalp & Facial Treatments
- Makeup Analysis
In addition, emphasis is given to the principles of customer relations and salon management to provide the foundation needed to become an independent stylist and business owner. Once you successfully complete the curriculum and required 1,500 clock hours of instruction you qualify to take the Oklahoma Board of Cosmetology Basic Operator’s exam to become a licensed cosmetologist.
Areas of Study
- Introduction to Cosmetology
- Shampoo/Conditioning/Rinses
- Hairstyling
- Haircutting
- Basic Manicure/Pedicure
- Hair Texture Chemical Restructuring
- Hair Coloring
- Basic Facials
- Lash & Brow Tinting & Arching
- Scalp Treatments
- Customer Service/Shop Management
COSMETOLOGY PUBLIC
This program is designed for a high school student entering training as a junior.
You will complete 1,000 clock hours of theory and hands-on instruction focused in the same specified areas as in the Cosmetologist program, with the remaining 500 clock hours being granted upon successfully obtaining the high school diploma.
Once you successfully complete the curriculum and required clock hours you qualify to take the Oklahoma Board of Cosmetology Basic Operator’s exam to become a licensed cosmetologist.
Areas of Study
- Introduction to Cosmetology – Public
- Shampoo/Conditioning/Rinses – Public
- Hairstyling – Public
- Haircutting – Public
- Basic Manicure/Pedicure – Public
- Hair Texture Chemical Restructuring – Public
- Hair Coloring – Public
- Basic Facials – Public
- Lash & Brow Tinting & Arching – Public
- Scalp Treatments – Public
- Customer Service/Shop Management – Public
“Central Tech offered me a quicker path into the workforce! I’ve matured and came out of my shell, thanks to all cosmetology has offered. Central Tech has some incredible instructors and the education is endless!”
MASTER INSTRUCTOR
The Master Instructor curriculum provides an Oklahoma licensed cosmetologist who has worked less than two of the previous five (5) years in the field of cosmetology an opportunity to acquire skills required to become a cosmetology instructor.
Cosmetology instructors are sought by both private and public institutions. Curriculum and hands-on instruction focus on instructional methods, learning philosophies and professional development.
Once you successfully complete the curriculum and required 1,000 clock hours you qualify to take the Oklahoma Board of Cosmetology Instructor exam.
Areas of Study
- Orientation & Review of Cosmetology Curriculum
- Introduction to Teaching
- Course Outline & Development
- Law, Beauty School Management & Record Keeping
- Teaching & Assisting in the Classroom & Clinic
- Practice Teaching in the Classroom & Clinic
PRACTICING MASTER INSTRUCTOR
Licensed cosmetologists with two or more years of experience and has been engaged in the practice of cosmetology in the field of cosmetology within the past five years have an opportunity to acquire skills required to become a cosmetology instructor.
Cosmetology instructors are sought by both private and public institutions. Curriculum and hands-on instruction focus on instructional methods, learning philosophies and professional development.
Once you successfully complete the curriculum and required 500 clock hours you qualify to take the Oklahoma Board of Cosmetology Instructor exam.
Areas of Study
- Orientation & Review of Cosmetology Curriculum – Practicing
- Introduction to Teaching – Practicing
- Course Outline & Development – Practicing
- Law, Beauty School Management & Record Keeping – Practicing
- Teaching & Assisting in the Classroom & Clinic – Practicing
- Practice Teaching in the Classroom & Clinic – Practicing
#CentralTechCosmo
Principals and counselors from our partner schools visited our Sapulpa campus during their annual Principal/Counselor Luncheon. ⭐️
They had the chance to explore the Cosmetology, Network Security, and PharmTech classrooms!
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This gingerbread house float is giving us all the holiday feels. 🍪🎄
Our students from Network Security, Cosmetology, and Plumbing on the Sapulpa campus have been hard at work building a float for The Parade of Lights hosted by Sapulpa Chamber of Commerce. They WON 2nd place in the Business category!
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This holiday season, students from the Network Security, Cosmetology, and Welding classes at our Sapulpa campus volunteered to ring the bell for the Salvation Army. 🔔
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Day one of haircuts for our Sapulpa Cosmetology students. ✂️
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First glimpse of the Sapulpa cosmetology classroom for our students. 🫶
It’s safe to say they’re a fan!
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During the SkillsUSA meeting for our Drumright Cosmetology class, morning students decided to go all PINK out while afternoon students dressed as celebrities!
Take a guess at which celebrity they might be. 👀
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It`s time to treat yourself! 💅
Our cosmetology class salon is officially open for the school year. Come by and let our talented students practice their skills on you.
Advanced Health Careers students certainly did. 🫶
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A shoutout to all the hair wizards out there, especially our cosmetology students. 💫
Happy National Beautician`s Day!
#centraltechCosmo #BeauticiansDay
Wai Kai Spa is led by a mother-daughter duo, which includes one of our very own Cosmetology program graduate. 🌟
Listen to their inspiring story!
#centraltechBIS #centraltechCosmo
A big shoutout and Central Tech thank you to @deadcenterfilm`s Education Coordinator, Jena Nelson, for speaking to our Digital Media, Graphic Design, and Cosmetology students about opportunities in the film industry. 🫶
#centraltechDM #centraltechGraphicDesign #centraltechCosmo
Tap into your creative side, one head of hair at a time, but this time at our Sapulpa campus! ✂️
That`s right, Cosmetology is new in Sapulpa so don`t miss your moment and apply now. centraltech.info/cosmetology
#centraltechCosmo
"You won`t regret going to this amazing school!" Wise words from Cosmetology alumni Honesty Baker. 👏 Apply today: centraltech.info/cosmetology #centraltechCOSMO
Surg Tech, Cosmetology, and Medical Assisting students volunteered to set up in OKC at Scissortail Park for the Walk To End Alzheimers. They arrived at 4:30am in order to start at 6am. It was a great time and experience for all involved and turn out was impressive.
#centraltechSurgTech #centraltechCosmo #centraltechMA
@okstatechamber, OkACTE, and @oklahomacareertech tours Central Tech – discussing the pipeline of talent that can provide workforce solutions to Oklahoma’s businesses.
Read the story > centraltech.info/chamber
#centraltechCosmo
Diesel and welding students, Colt Robertson and Zachary Riley, train cosmetology students in car maintenance and beginner welding techniques, as part of a community action project, “Helping Hand.” These students won 1st in Community Action Project at @skillsusa.oklahoma State Contest and will be competing at Nationals. Congratulations and good luck at Nationals.
LEARN MORE – https://www.drumrightgusher.com/news/helping-hand
@skillsusa #centraltechedu #centraltechCosmo #centraltechDiesel #centraltechWeldFab #SkillsUSA
Cosmetology is set up as a working salon. In addition to learning how to cut, style, color, perm, and create up-dos, students learn the application of facials, theatrical/fantasy make-up, nails, and nail designs.
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#centraltechedu #centraltechCosmo
Congratulations Gracie Bailey, Cosmetology student, on being elected for a @skillsusa Post-Secondary State Officer!
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Once a month, Cosmetology students visit Bradley Elementary to play with students and participate in projects. This month they had fun with paints.
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As Cosmetology students get familiar with their classroom and learn safety in the beginning weeks of class, they also take a moment for some bonding exercises.
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Congratulations to Welding students Evan R. and Noah S. and Cosmetology students Abigail S. and Emily W. for their 1st place @skillsusa state wins. Good luck at Nationals in June!
#centraltechedu #centraltechWeldFab #centraltechCosmo #SkillsUSA #NLSC21
MORE INFORMATION
Our Graduates
Where do they find jobs?
Read MoreUpon completing this program, our graduates venture into thriving full-service salons, immerse themselves in the world of makeup, opt to specialize in a specific area, or choose to pursue higher education.
Available Certifications/License
May require additional fees.
Read MoreOklahoma State Board of Cosmetology
Quick Facts
Campus, Students, Times
Read More- Students: Adult & High School
- Campus: Drumright & Sapulpa
- Times: High school students attend morning or afternoon. Adults attend full day the first year, and half a day the second year. Due to the high number of annual applicants, adult enrollment is limited and strongly competitive. Preference is given to those living in the Central Tech district.
- School Year: August-May
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