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00151_00020
Program Name
Cosmetology
Description
The Cosmetology program prepares you with essential theory and hands-on instruction to develop your skills in cosmetology. You'll learn theories and techniques that are reflective of industry standards and apply these skills working with real clients in Northwood Tech's state-of-the-art salons. Upon successful completion, you will be eligible to take the Wisconsin Cosmetology Practitioner License examination. Cosmetology graduates will be able to: Perform shampoo, haircut, and style service Perform skin care services Perform chemical services Perform nail services Develop business practices for industry success Northwood Technical College (Northwood Tech) is formerly known as Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College (WITC).
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Minimum Requirements
None
Program Format
In person
Total Cost
$7,215.00
General Information
Frequency of the Program
Fall (August) and Spring (January)
Duration
This program take approximately 44 hours per week for 32 week(s).
Application Deadline
No set application deadline. October 1 is the date Northwood Tech begins taking applications for the following fall term. February 1 is the date for the following spring term, and July 1 for the following summer term. District residents who apply on or before the following dates shall have admission priority. For programs commencing any time during the fall semester, the preceding January 1. For programs commencing any time during the spring semester, the preceding May 1. For programs commencing any time during the summer semester, the preceding October 1. After the dates specified above, district residents shall have priority equal to non-district state residents for admission to programs.
Program Outcome
This program leads to
Community College Certificate of Completion
Related Occupations
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
Barbers
Manicurists and Pedicurists
Full-Time/Part-Time
This course is offered Full Time
Class Schedule
This course is offered
Days
Credit Hours
30
Career Pathway
This program has not been identified a being part of a career pathway.
Business Partnership(s)
This program has not been identified as having business partnership(s).
Job Placement Services
This program has job placement services.
Job Placement Services description
Employment Services available to College students and graduates include: Electronic postings of all current openings listed with Employment Services are located on Wisconsin TechConnect, work-study positions within Northwood Tech are mailed/e-mailed to eligible students, Salary and placement information Northwood Tech dates are posted on the Northwood Tech Web site on each program page, resumé assistance - staff are available to assist with resumés, cover letters, etc. (check with Student Services), seminars/workshops held on campus (including interview preparation), and job fairs held on campus.
Tutoring Available
This program has tutoring available.
Tutoring Available description
The Academic Support Center (ASC) is located at each campus. Community members and students are encouraged to meet with an ASC instructor to create a personalized success plan. Services include: GED/HSED preparation, college preparation coursework, academic support within the classroom, foundational skill building classes in math/writing/reading, test taking and study skills strategies, critical thinking skills, basic computer skills, learning styles inventory, free peer tutoring, workshops focused on student learning, math and writing labs, academic coaching: individual one on one support, and English Language Learner (ELL) classes.
Program Costs
Financial Aid
Financial aid is available for this program
Tuition and Required Fees
$4,915.00
Books
$0.00
Supplies/Materials
$2,300.00
Other Fees
$0.00
Total Cost
$7,215.00
Refund Policy
Students are responsible for a percentage of tuition and fees as determined by the WTCS Tuition and Fee Refund Policy when a class is dropped after the date classes start (regardless if the student ever attended). Refunds are calculated from the date the student formally notifies the Student Services office of their intent to drop a class or completely withdraws. Students must complete a drop form or drop classes online through MyNorthwoodTech. Refer to the Student Handbook for specifics.
Performance Metrics
Date of Establishment of Program
Location
This program is offered at the following location(s):
Rice Lake Campus
1900 College Drive
Rice Lake
,
Wisconsin
54868
Superior Campus
600 North 21st Street
Superior
,
Wisconsin
54880
Contacts
Program Contacts
Admission Advisor
Rice Lake Campus
Admissions Advisor
ricelake.admissions@northwoodtech.edu
(715) 788-7144
Admission Advisor
Superior Campus
Admission Advisor
superior.admissions@northwoodtech.edu
(715) 319-7331
Disability Accommodation Contact(s)
Heidi
Diesterhaft
Rice Lake Accommodations Specialist
heidi.diesterhaft@northwoodtech.edu
(715) 788-7142
Chris
Fries
Superior Accommodations Specialist
Chris.Fries@northwoodtech.edu
(715) 319-7307
Language Accommodation Contact(s)
No contacts have been identified for language accommodation. Please contact one of the "Program Contacts" for more information.
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