McCann School of Business and Technology

Cosmetology Diploma Program
Program Objective
The Cosmetology program is designed to provide competency-based knowledge, scientific/art principles, and hands-on fundamentals associated with the cosmetology industry. McCann's advanced approach provides a simulated salon environment which enables students to develop manipulative skills and knowledge that can lead to an entry-level career in the field of Cosmetology. Upon completion of the program, the student will be prepared to take the Pennsylvania State Board licensing examination. Employment opportunities may include beauty salon spas, and other related businesses as a stylist, salon manager or owner, color specialist, educator, platform or makeup artist, manufacturer's representative, cosmetic salesperson, and more.

Cosmetology - Associate in Specialized Technology
 The Cosmetology program is designed to provide competency-based knowledge, scientific/art principles, and hands-on fundamentals associated with the cosmetology industry. McCann's advanced approach provides a simulated salon environment which enables students to develop manipulative skills and knowledge that can lead to an entry-level career in the field of Cosmetology. Upon completion of the program, the student will be prepared to take the Pennsylvania State Board licensing examination. Employment opportunities may include beauty salon spas, and other related businesses as a stylist, salon manager or owner, color specialist, educator, platform or makeup artist, manufacturer's representative, cosmetic salesperson, and more.

Massage Therapy

The Professional Massage Therapy program provides training for an entry-level career as a professional massage therapist. Students develop the knowledge necessary to develop massage protocol and perform an extensive therapeutic massage with focus on whole body wellness. Graduates are prepared for employment opportunities in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, medical offices, spas, health clubs, and private practice and are eligible to sit for the National Certification Examination for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork.

 
Major & Related Requirements
Cosmetology Requirements
The requirements for the Cosmetology program include the following:

• Cosmetology Essentials I
• Cosmetology Applications I
• Cosmetology Essentials II
• Cosmetology Applications II
• Cosmetology Essentials III
• Cosmetology Applications III
• Interpersonal Skills
• Cosmetology Applications IV
• Cosmetology Applications V
• Salon Business
• Cosmetology Applications VI
• Career Transition
• Cosmetology Applications VII
• Cosmetology Clinic
• Career Development
• Introduction to Computers

General Education Requirements
Additional requirements include the following:

• English Composition I
• English Composition II
• Oral Communication
• General Psychology
• College Mathematics

Full-time students earning an average of 16 credit hours per term may complete this program in six consecutive terms or approximately eighteen months. The length of time required to complete the program as a part-time student will vary depending upon the number of credits earned each term.