Cosmetology and Barbering
- Salon Services
Call 435.893.2202 to schedule an Appointment
- Nail Technology
Call 435.893.2211 for Nail Tech Questions
If you have a passion for hair and helping others feel their best, our cosmetology program is the ideal place to learn your craft. At Snow, students learn by doing. Through hands-on work and experienced professors, this program turns aspiring beauticians into confident and skilled barbers and cosmetologists.
Richfield Application Kanab Application
If you have any questions about the cosmetology program call 435.893.2217.
Skills Taught
- Effective customer communication
- Analyzing hair, skin, and nails
- Men’s and women’s hair cutting
- Coloring
- Styling
- Chemical texture services
- Straight razor shaving
- Hair extensions
- Basic skin and nail services
- Operating a successful salon
Career Options for Graduates
- Cosmetologist
- Barber
- Salon Manager
- Business Owner
Three Semesters
Certificate of Proficiency
2 years
Associate of Applied Science
Tuition*
$3740-$5355, $85/credit
Student Fees
$192/semester
* Tuition and fees are subject to change.
Books
$950 per year (approximate)
Fall
Spring
Summer
Students may start this program at the beginning of fall, spring, or summer semester. (August, January, May)
Application Deadlines:
- Fall Semester - May 1
- Spring Semester - October 1
- Summer Semester - April 1
Richfield Campus and Snow College Kanab
Certificate of Proficiency in Cosmetology/Barbering
| Course # | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| COSB 1000 | Basic Cosmetology Theory | 4 |
| COSB 1005 | Basic Cosmetology Lab | 5 |
| COSB 1015 | Basic Barbering Lab | 4 |
| COSB 1100 | Basic Barbering Theory | 3 |
| COSB 1200 | Cosmetology/Barber Sciences | 3 |
| COSB 1205 | Intermediate Cosmetology Lab | 3-6 |
| COSB 1215 | Intermediate Barbering Lab | 2-4 |
| COSB 2300 | Principles of Cosmetology/Barbering | 3 |
| COSB 2305 | Advanced Cosmetology Lab | 3-6 |
| COSB 2315 | Advanced Barbering Lab | 2-4 |
| COSB 2505 | Cosmetology Capstone | 2 |
| Core Credits | 34-44 | |
| COSB 1519 | Cosmetology/Barbering Lab Repeatable 2x |
1 |
| COSB 2519 | Advanced Cosmetology/Barbering Lab Repeatable 6x |
3 |
| GNST 1001 | Start Smart | 1 |
| GNST 1010 | College Study Skills | 1 |
| GNST 1020 | College Success Skills | 3 |
| Required Credits | 44 |
Certificate of Completion in Cosmetology/Barbering
| Course # | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Proficiency - Cosmetology/Barbering | 44 | |
| Computation Requirement | 3 | |
| AT 1715 | Applied Technical Math | 3 |
| MATH 1050 | College Algebra | 3 |
| BUS 1060 | Quickbooks for Small Business | 3 |
| Communication Requirement | 3 | |
| ENGL 1010 | Expository Composition | 3 |
| BUS 2200 | Business Communication | 3 |
| Human Relations Requirement | 2 | |
| COSB 1910 | Professional Development I | 1 |
| COSB 1920 | Professional Development II | 1 |
| COSB 1581 | Skills USA- Level 1 | 1 |
| COSB 1582 | Skills USA- Level 2 | 1 |
| COSB 2581 | Skills USA- Level 3 | 1 |
| COSB 2582 | Skills USA- Level 4 | 1 |
| Total Credits | 52 | |
AAS in Salon Business
| Course # | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Completion - Cosmetology/Barbering | 52 | |
| Computer Requirement | 3 | |
| BUS 1020 | Computer Technology and Applications | 3 |
| Choose from the following courses | 8 | |
| BUS 1010 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| BUS 1060 | Quickbooks for Small Business | 3 |
| BUS 1110 | Digital Media Tools | 4 |
| BUS 1270 | Strategic Selling | 3 |
| BUS 1300 | Social Media Marketing | 3 |
| BUS 1600 | Entrepreneurship Seminars | 1 |
| BUS 2222 | Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| BUS 2650 | Management Principles for Entrepreneurs | 3 |
| COMM 1500 | Introduction to Mass Media | 3 |
| Total Credits | 63 | |
