Cosmetology
The cosmetology program offers students the option to gain proficiency in hair cutting, coloring, permanent waving, chemical relaxing, manicuring, pedicuring, and facials.
Business and Industrial Studies Guided Pathway Division
The cosmetology program offers students the option to gain proficiency in hair cutting,
coloring, permanent waving, chemical relaxing, manicuring, pedicuring, and facials.
After completing introduction to cosmetology, Cosmetology Level I (Certificate of
Accomplishment), students will have the basic skills for entry level positions as
specified by the State Board of Cosmetology. Cosmetology Level II (Certificate of
Achievement) will give the student intermediate skills to work in the cosmetology
industry. Completion of Cosmetology Level III (Associate of Science) will give students
1,600 hours and prepares them to take the California State Board of Cosmetology Examination.
Competencies are assessed regularly in compliance with the California State Board
of Cosmetology criteria. After successful completion of the California State Board
of Cosmetology Examination, students will have a state license to embark on their
new career.
California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology ~ Pass/Fail Rates for Written Exam
| LICENSE TYPE | NUMBER OF EXAM PASSERS | PASS PERCENTAGE | FAIL | TESTING PERIOD |
| 1002 | N/A | N/A | N/A | Next Quarter |
| 1002 | 4 | 50% | 4 | April 1 - June 30, 2024 |
| 1002 | N/A | N/A | 5 | January 1 - March 31, 2024 |
| 1002 | 4 | 100% | NONE | October 1 - December 31, 2023 |
Cosmetology School Approval
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the degree or certificate program, student will be able to:
- Licensure Exam: pass mock board written and practical exams with a 70% or above designed to gain cosmetology licensure through the California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology.
- Cosmetology Practicum: perform a chemical procedure on a mannequin and follow the manufacturer's directions when applying chemicals to the hair.
- Advanced Cosmetology: perform a requested service on a paying patron while on the clinic floor that reflects a service required by employers in the cosmetology industry.
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Certificate of Achievement
Cosmetology Level II
The Cosmetology Level II certificate of achievement gives students 1600 hours prepares
them to take the California State Board of Cosmetology Examination. Competencies are
assessed regularly in compliance with the California State Board of Cosmetology criteria.
After successful completion of the California State Board of Cosmetology Examination,
students will have a state license to embark on their new career.
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Contact Information
Paul Flor
Dean of Student Learning
pflor@compton.edu
Abdirashid Yahye
Division Chair
ayahye@compton.edu
Cosmetology Faculty
Allison Metchikoff , FT Faculty
ametchikoff@compton.edu
Sean Moore , FT Faculty
smoore@compton.edu
Lynda Wilkerson, FT Faculty
lwilkerson@compton.edu
Joanna Wyatt, FT Faculty
jwyatt@compton.edu
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