Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General

Saddleback College, a public institution in Mission Viejo, CA, offers a Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General certificate program designed to be completed in one to two years. This program provides training in hair care, skin care, nail care, and salon operations in preparation for state cosmetology licensure.

The program is part of the cosmetology and related personal grooming services field (CIP 12.0401). Saddleback College also offers a longer two- to four-year Cosmetology certificate for students seeking additional training, along with programs in Web/Multimedia Management, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Drafting and Design Technology, and Building/Home/Construction Inspection. Students can expect hands-on training in a simulated salon environment alongside coursework in sanitation, client services, and cosmetology techniques.