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Cosmetology, O.C.

Program Overview

 

Cosmetology, O.C. (COSM-CER) 40 credits, 1,200 clock hours

Cosmetology students performing nail service

This is a 1,200-contact-hour program, which provides 40 occupational credit hours. The certificate in Cosmetology is designed to provide the training to acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to become a licensed cosmetologist. Students will perform all types of hair services, natural nail services including manicuring and pedicuring, basic skin care services, and demonstrate customer service skills.

 

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  • Contact a program advisor

Brenda Jernigan
Associate Professor/Coordinator, Cosmetology
 brenda.jernigan@fgc.edu
 386-754-4264

Madison Morton
Coordinator, CTE Programs
 madison.morton@fgc.edu
 386-754-4219

Admission Requirements

College Admission: 

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  • A High School diploma is not required for program admission but is required to be elligible to receive financial aid
  • Submit High School transcript(s) to Office of Enrollment Services
  • Submit College transcript(s) for any institutions previously attended

Program Admission:

Fall 2025 Cosmetology Application 

A completed cosmetology application must be turned into the cosmetology coordinator by the deadline written on the application. 

Testing Requirements

Students must demonstrate competence in reading, math, or language through placement examination or by passing the appropriate reading, math or language courses, if not exempt by state board of education rule 6A-10.0315. Students must take the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) and score a minimum of 576 for reading, 577 for math, and 572 for language. Students can also demonstrate competence in reading, math, and language by passing the appropriate reading, language, and math courses. Students who meet the exemption criteria as set forth in State Board Rule 6A-10.0315 are not required to provide test scores.

ACT, SAT, and PERT test scores may be used for placement into college-level courses if the test was taken in the past two years. To access test prep materials and to schedule an exam, go to Test Center. The Test Center is located in Building 7 and may be contacted at test.center@fgc.edu or 386-754-7378.

If you started 9th grade in the 2003-2004 school year or later at a Florida public high school, and graduated from a Florida, public high school with a standard high school diploma, you may be exempt from Placement testing in accordance with Senate Bill 1720.  Advisors still recommend all students placement test prior to the first term of registration in order to determine where you should start in college-level courses in order to be successful. 

Location

Florida Gateway College (Main Campus, Building 18)

Hours

Classes are held Monday through Thursday, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Costs

  • Tuition: $3,395.60
  • Lab Fees: $415.00
  • Books: $394.57
  • Kit: $1,639.40
  • Uniforms: $100
  • Certification and State Exam: $108.00

         Total: $6,052.57

 

Cosmetology, O.C.

90% completion

rate

90+ average

program enrollment

97% state

licensure rate

Guided Pathway

Review the guided degree pathway where you will find a detailed plan for your courses and other requirements each semester that prepare you for graduation and your transfer goals.

Guided Pathway, Cosmetology, C.C.C.

Cosmetology student performing facial

What our graduates are doing now!

Cosmetology program graduates are employed as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, Cosmetologists, Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance Makeup Artists, Manicurists and Pedicurists, and Skincare Specialists. 

STARTING SALARIES

Starting salaries can vary, but for full-time cosmetologists, the average salary in the first year can be up to $35,000.

 

 

 

New classes begin each January and August. This program is based on clock-hour attendance. A student must complete the minimum specified hours to receive his or her certificate. Seating is limited and students are accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Students who complete the Cosmetology certificate and pass the state board exam are eligible to have their credits articulated into the Associate of Science in Operations Management Technology degree, providing further education opportunities.

Operations Management Technology, A.S.

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The Cost of Attendance (COA) is not a bill that you will receive from Florida Gateway College. It is an estimate of what it costs the typical student to attend Florida Gateway College for one academic year including tuition, books, course materials, living expenses, transportation, and miscellaneous personal expenses. Tuition and fees in the cost of attendance are calculated for credit hour programs, assuming enrollment in 12 credit hours in the Fall and Spring semesters. Actual tuition and fees may vary by program. For a better understanding of your chosen program’s tuition and fees, see program costs above.
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