17 courses with the subject TECS, 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.
Lecture hours: 2 Lab hours: 2 The Cosmetology/Barbering/Hair Design Basics course presents basic cosmetology practices, demonstrations of technical procedures, and , practical application of cosmetology skills. Students learn the basics of infection control with safety and sanitation; properties of the hair and scalp; principles of hair design; shampooing, conditioning, draping, hair and scalp treatments, haircutting; hairstyling and to identify the responsibilities of the cosmetologist. Critical thinking skills are also developed. Students demonstrate competency through assignments testing and practical applications. This course is part of a required series to prepare students to take the National Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology Licensure Examination (NIC test).
Lecture hours: 1 Lab hours: 1 The Barbering Basics course covers barbering theory for the following subjects: history of barbering, tools and equipment, professional straight razor shaves, facial hair design, and haircutting and styling techniques for short hair. With instructions, students perform demonstrations and practical applications for each subject. Students demonstrate competency through assignments, testing, and practical applications.
TECS 1030Cosmetology/Hair Design Chemical Services Basics3
Lecture hours: 1.5 Lab hours: 1.5 The Cosmetology/Hair Design Chemical Services Basics course covers the basics of chemical services such as chemical relaxer theory and techniques, color theory and techniques, and perming theory and techniques. Students receive instructions, perform demonstrations, and perform practical applications for each of these basic cosmetology and hair design-related chemical services. Theory for each subject is covered and students are required to demonstrate competency through practical application, assignments, and testing.
Lecture hours: 1 Lab hours: 1 The Esthetics and Nail Basics course presents basic esthetic and nail service practices, theory, instruction, demonstrations of technical procedures, and practical application of cosmetology esthetic skills. Students learn hair removal, facials, and makeup procedures. Students also learn how to perform manicures, pedicures, gel polishes, nail care, and nail enhancements. Students demonstrate competency with assignments, tests, and practical skills.
TECS 1050Cosmetology/Barber Intermediate Theory and Practice3
Lecture hours: 1.5 Lab hours: 1.5 In the Cosmetology/Barber Intermediate Theory and Practice course, students learn additional theory and practical applications related to the skin, hair, and nails. The disorders and diseases related to the skin, hair, and nails are also covered. Additionally, students learn structures of the skin including anatomy and physiology of the human body, basic electricity, and light therapy. Students work on practical skills to improv haircutting, hair color applications, different hair styling techniques, and additional esthetic skills. Students demonstrate competency with assignments, tests, and practical skills. Snow College Catalog 2026-2027 75
Lecture hours: 1.5 Lab hours: 1.5 In the Advanced Training and Skills course, students receive advanced training and education in braiding, hair extensions, wigs, haircutting, hair coloring, and hair styling. This course builds on the knowledge and skills learned in the basic and intermediate courses. Students work to improve timing and skill level on services performed in the clinical setting. Additionally, students learn and practice applications of basic esthetics and advanced nail techniques.
Lab hours: 3 This repeatable course covers practical experience in all areas of cosmetology/barbering services. Students perform services in a salon setting as they work to complete the 1600 clock time hours needed to fulfill licensure requirements.
TECS 2020Esthetics/Nails/Chemical Advanced Theory and Practice3
Lecture hours: 1.5 Lab hours: 1.5 This course presents chemical services, esthetic and nail service practices, theory, instruction, demonstrations of technical procedures, and practical application of cosmetology esthetic skills. Services such as chemical relaxers, color theory, color brand-specific classes, coloring techniques, perming, and perming techniques. Students will receive instructions, demonstrations, and practical applications for each of these basic cosmetology/hair design chemical services. Students will learn the hair removal, facials, and makeup procedures. Students will also learn how to perform manicures, pedicures, gel Polishes, nail care, and nail enhancements Students will demonstrate competency with assignments, tests, and practical skills.
Lab hours: 9 This repeatable course covers practical experience in all areas of cosmetology/barbering services. Students perform services in a salon setting as they work to complete the 1600 clock time hours needed to fulfill licensure requirements.
Lecture hours: 1.5 Lab hours: 1.5 In the Cosmetology/Barbering Clinical I course, students begin to provide salon services in the clinical setting. This course provides practical experience and learning in a real salon setting. Students perform the services learned in previous courses on clients. This course helps prepare students for client work and building a clientele.
Lecture hours: 1.5 Lab hours: 1.5 The Cosmetology/Barbering Clinical II course provides practical experience and learning in a real salon setting. Students perform the services learned in previous courses as they perform a variety of services on clients. This course will help prepare students for client work and building a clientele.
Lecture hours: 1.5 Lab hours: 1.5 The Cosmetology/Barbering Clinical III course provides practical experience and learning in a real salon setting. Students perform the services learned in previous courses as they perform a variety of services on clients. This course helps prepare students for client work and building a clientele.
Lecture hours: 1.5 Lab hours: 1.5 The Cosmetology/Barbering Clinical IV course provides practical experience and learning in a real salon setting. Students will perform the services learned in previous courses as they perform a variety of services on clients. This course will help prepare students for client work and building a clientele.
Lecture hours: 1.5 Lab hours: 1.5 The Cosmetology/Barbering Clinical V course provides practical experience and learning. Students will perform the services learned in previous courses as they perform a variety of services on clients. This course will help prepare students for client work and building a clientele.
