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Overview
The Cosmetology (Hair) Program (1,000 Hours) at MH Beauty Academy is meticulously structured to fulfill the 1,000-hour educational requirements set by the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology.
This program focuses comprehensively on the art and science of hair care and design. Students will gain extensive technical knowledge and practical experience in precision hair cutting, creative styling, chemical hair coloring, perming, chemical relaxing, hair extensions, scalp care, and strict California health and safety standards to launch a thriving career in hair design.
Learning outcomes
- Health, Safety & Regulations: Master sanitation, sterilization, chemical safety (SDS), hazardous substance precautions, and California State Board laws.
- Hair Cutting & Precision Shaping: Perform a wide range of cutting techniques for wet and dry hair using shears, razors, electric clippers, and trimmers.
- Hair Styling & Thermal Design: Master wet styling, blow-drying, thermal curling, flat ironing, braiding, and formal updo arrangements.
- Chemical Hair Services: Gain expertise in permanent waving, chemical hair straightening, hair coloring, bleaching, highlights, and color correction.
- Scalp & Hair Treatments: Conduct thorough hair and scalp analysis, shampooing, deep conditioning, and specialized scalp treatments.
- Professional & Business Skills: Develop essential client communication, consultation techniques, product retailing, and salon operation basics.
Career Pathways
Career information
After completing 1,000 hours of training and passing the California State Board licensing exam, graduates will be fully equipped to work as licensed hair professionals in various beauty establishments. Job placement assistance is provided upon graduation.
Professions
- Professional Hairstylist / Hairdresser
- Hair Color Specialist / Colorist
- Salon Manager
- Celebrity / Runway Hair Stylist
- Editorial / Platform Hair Artist
- Independent Hair Salon Owner / Hair Instructor
Program Curriculum
| Program Topic (Title) | Course Description (Subject) | Hours |
| Health and Safety Consideration | Hazardous substances, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), chemical risk management, physical safety, labor laws, and disease prevention. | 100 Hours |
| Disinfection and Sanitation | Proper cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization techniques for all hair tools, shear equipment, and workstations as mandated by the State Board. | 100 Hours |
| Hair Styling & Hair Cutting Services | Hair analysis, shampooing, blow-drying, thermal styling, braiding, and wet/dry precision cutting using shears, razors, clippers, and trimmers. | 400 Hours |
| Chemical Hair Services | Chemical hair coloring, bleaching, highlights, permanent waving, chemical relaxing, and chemical safety applications. | 300 Hours |
| Advanced Hair Techniques & Business | Advanced hair styling trends, hair extension techniques, head spa/scalp care, client consultation, and salon business management. | 100 Hours |
| TOTAL | Cosmetology (Hair) Program (1,000 Hours) | 1,000 Hours |
Health and Safety Consideration (100 Hours)
Hazardous substances, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), chemical risk management, physical safety, labor laws, and disease prevention.
Disinfection and Sanitation (100 Hours)
Proper cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization techniques for all hair tools, shear equipment, and workstations as mandated by the State Board.
Hair Styling & Hair Cutting Services (400 Hours)
Hair analysis, shampooing, blow-drying, thermal styling, braiding, and wet/dry precision cutting using shears, razors, clippers, and trimmers.
Chemical Hair Services (300 Hours)
Chemical hair coloring, bleaching, highlights, permanent waving, chemical relaxing, and chemical safety applications.
Advanced Hair Techniques & Business (100 Hours)
Advanced hair styling trends, hair extension techniques, head spa/scalp care, client consultation, and salon business management.
TOTAL: Cosmetology (Hair) Program (1,000 Hours)
Fees & Inclusions
| Program Title | Required Hours | Tuition Fee | Included Kit |
| COSMETOLOGY (HAIR) PROGRAM | 1,000 Hours | Contact Us (Contact for Tuition details) | Tools / Supplies Not Included |
Program Title: COSMETOLOGY (HAIR) PROGRAM
Required Hours: 1,000 Hours
Tuition Fee: Contact Us (Contact for Tuition details)
Included Kit: Tools / Supplies Not Included
Note
- 1. Tuition for the Cosmetology (Hair) Program is available upon request — please contact MH Beauty Academy directly at (408) 440-4399 for detailed pricing and payment options.
- 2. Tool kit is not included in the program base fee for this course.
- 3. Training schedules are flexible according to each student's personal calendar until the required 1,000 hours are completed.
- 4. Classes are open 7 days a week from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM to accommodate working students.
- 5. Direct, hands-on instruction is delivered by highly experienced instructors in a modern facility.
- 6. Job placement assistance is available to graduates after course completion and state licensing.
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