Cosmetology is designed to prepare the student for employment in the field of cosmetology. Training includes three semesters of classroom and laboratory activities that are necessary to become proficient as a cosmetologist. The course meets a total of 1500 clock hours. The program is approved by the State Board of Cosmetology. The curriculum contains the following areas of emphasis:

• Shampooing and rinsing
• Scalp and hair treatment
• Manicure
• Pedicure
• Hair-shaping and hair-styling
• Styling of wigs
• Permanent waves
• Hair-coloring
• Chemical hair relaxing
• Facial treatment
• Hair composition
• License or Examinations Required for Employment

Upon completion of their training the students will be issued a certificate, which entitles
them to write the State Cosmetology Board examination. Passing the examination is
required before a student can be licensed as a cosmetologist in the State of Mississippi.

Program Length

• Three semesters, 1500 hours of class and laboratory
  

Degree(s) Offered

• Certificate
  

Jones County Junior College is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.