Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General

Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General is a two-to-four-year certificate program at Southwestern Community College, a public institution in Sylva, NC. The program provides advanced cosmetology training in hair design, esthetics, nail care, and salon management, building on foundational skills toward full professional practice and state licensure.

This program is classified under CIP code 12.0401 in the cosmetology and personal grooming arts field. Southwestern Community College also offers a shorter one-to-two-year Cosmetology certificate, along with related programs including Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering Technology/Technician, and Culinary Arts/Chef Training. Students at this Sylva campus can expect comprehensive hands-on training in cosmetology techniques and salon business operations.