Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General

Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General is a certificate program (2 to 4 years) offered at McDowell Technical Community College, a public institution in Marion, NC. This program is part of the cosmetology and personal grooming arts field (CIP 12.0401) and provides comprehensive training in hair care, skin care, chemical services, nail care, and salon business operations in preparation for state licensure.

McDowell Technical Community College also offers a shorter 1-to-2-year Cosmetology certificate for students seeking a faster pathway through the program. Additional programs on the Marion campus include Photographic and Film/Video Technology/Technician, Applied Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering Technology/Technician, and Electrician, offering students several vocational and technical options to consider alongside cosmetology.