22 courses with the subject COS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
This course introduces foundational content essential to hair care. The course is designed to meet the theoretical and applications needs in preparing for licensure and employment in the broad field of cosmetology services.
This course focuses on the study of trichology and covers fundamental hair theory, phases of hair growth, common hair and scalp disorders, and common causes and treatments of hair loss. Additional topics covered include hair care, draping, shampooing, scalp massage, thermal styling techniques and client consultations. Prerequisite(s): COS1100 Co-requisite(s): COS1100
This course covers the artistic and scientific principles of hair design theory, concept, and applications as they apply to design systems and design classics. Students will learn how to mold, scale and set hair with rollers, pincurls, fingerwaves, air forming, and curling iron techniques. Prerequisite(s): COS1100 Co-requisite(s): COS1100
This course covers the latest fashion trends and uses the Pivot Point’s Design Forum Collections to integrate salon techniques and training. Also included in this course are topics focused on developing people skills which integrate salon communication, client consultations, and retailing. Prerequisite(s): COS1100, 1200 Co-requisite(s): COS1100, 1200
This course provides the basic elements and principles of hair cutting design to establish a foundation for seeing, thinking, creating, and adapting as a designer. In addition, students will demonstrate the theoretical and practical skills required to provide appropriate hair sculpture services to meet the needs of a variety of clients. Prerequisite(s): COS1100 Co-requisite(s): COS1100
This course offers instruction on creating curl in straight hair and removing from existing curl patterns. Students will study the scientific principles of hair properties and the artistic principles of texture, form and design. In addition, the use of relaxers and reformation curls, product chemistry and safety, and client home care maintenance steps will be covered. Prerequisite(s): COS1100 Co-requisite(s): COS1100
This course covers products and techniques used for temporary, semi-permanent, demi-permanent, and permanent hair coloring agents. In addition, this course covers techniques for lightening hair, color correcting and design techniques, and the depositing and lifting abilities of color products. Prerequisite(s): COS1100 Co-requisite(s): COS1100
This course covers salon fundamentals for nail technology. Students will study manicuring, pedicuring and the application of artificial enhancements using a variety of professional products. This course also covers massage as it relates to the services offered, product knowledge and a full client consultation. Co-requisite(s): COS1210 ntcmn.edu 218.333.6600
This course covers salon fundamentals for nail technology. Students will study manicuring, pedicuring, and applying artificial nails using a variety of professional products. This course also covers related massage techniques, product knowledge and client consultations. Prerequisite(s): COS1200 Co-requisite(s): COS1200
This program will prepare individuals to perform manicures, pedicures and creative artificial enhancements using the latest products and techniques in the industry. Students will also acquire the knowledge and skills to care for nails, perfect the art of nail design, and be able to create long lasting artificial enhancements. The students will learn how to recognize nail disease and disorders and be able to determine what can be treated in the salon or what needs to be referred to a physician. Students will learn all aspects of the Nail industry giving them the ability to work successfully in the nail portion of the Cosmetology industry or in the nail tech industry as a stand alone Nail Tech. Co-requisite(s): COS1200
This course covers salon fundamentals for estheticians and cosmetologists in the area of skincare. Students will study skin types, skin conditions and skin treatment procedures. Additional topics covered include massage techniques as they relate to the services given, product knowledge, makeup applications, waxing techniques in the area of the head, face and body, and thorough client consultations. Co-requisite(s): COS1310
This course covers salon fundamentals for estheticians. Students will study skin types, skin conditions and skin treatment procedures. Additional topics covered include facial massage techniques, product knowledge, make-up applications and client consultations. Prerequisite(s): COS1300 Co-requisite(s): COS1300
This course covers esthetic procedures used in a salon and day spa environment. Students will perform acne and aging treatment procedures. Topics covered include advanced massage techniques, aroma therapy, photography make up, along with the application and removal of eyelash extensions. Prerequisite(s): COS1300 Co-requisite(s): COS1300
This course provides hands-on clinical experience. Students apply skills learned in prior courses using the equipment, technology, products and services necessary to be successful and innovative in the salon and spa industries. This course will go in depth with the services offered and expand students’ knowledge in the Esthetics field. Proper use of electrical equipment, offering advanced services and in depth learning will take place, utilizing prior knowledge in Esthetics. Prerequisite(s): Esthetics certificate or Cosmetology Diploma Co-requisite(s): COS1370 & COS1380
This course consists of treatments performed by estheticians in a medical environment or a full service salon or spa. Students will complete anin-depth study of light, medium and deep chemical peels, acne treatment procedures, microdermabrasion and dermaplaning. It will include advanced makeup techniques, body treatment procedures and manual lymphatic drainage to promote healing. Prerequisite(s): Esthetics certificate or Cosmetology Diploma Co-requisite(s): COS1340 ntcmn.edu 218.333.6600
This course covers salon fundamentals for nail technology. Students will study manicuring, pedicuring, and applying artificial nails using a variety of professional products. This course also covers related massage techniques, product knowledge and client consultations. Prerequisite(s): Esthetics certificate or Cosmetology Diploma Co-requisite(s): COS1340
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This course introduces students to the qualifications necessary for Cosmetology licensure. Along with a review of essential theories, Minnesota state rules and regulations will be covered to prepare students for national written examinations and salon ownership.
This course is an expanded exploration of the Minnesota laws and rule for cosmetology. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have the necessary qualifications for cosmetology licensure. Along with a review of essential theories, Minnesota state rules and regulations will be covered to prepare students for national written examinations and salon ownership.
COS1510 Clinic 1 3 COS1520 Clinic 2 3 COS1530 Clinic 3 3 COS1540 Clinic 4 3 COS1550 Clinic 5 3 COS1560 Clinic 6 3 COS1570 Clinic 7 2 COS1580 Clinic 8 2
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