The Health and Beauty Management program prepares the licensed cosmetologist to own or operate a beauty parlor, salon or spa or to manage his or her own booth. This degree is designed for individuals who have earned a cosmetology certificate or diploma and have successfully passed their state board of cosmetology exam. A maximum of 60 quarter credit hours from a cosmetology certificate or diploma program is required to transfer into the health and beauty vocational core. Students are able to add business skills to their industry knowledge and experiences through a performance-based curriculum that includes studies in management, marketing, communication, and career management. This program is an excellent option for students who wish to pursue a management career or become an entrepreneur in the health and beauty sector.

Program Goals
The program will:

• create a caring and supportive learning environment that promotes academic excellence and student achievement through the use of a performance-based curriculum while being responsive to the individual needs of the student.
• provide students with a fundamental knowledge of business development, operations, and management as it relates to the health and beauty industry.
• integrate students’ previous education and practical experiences with knowledge and skills from the business field.
• promote the importance of professional development and lifelong learning.
• encourage students to maintain a work-life balance by managing their careers.

Student Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the program will:

• create a comprehensive business plan.
• demonstrate proficiency in written and oral communication skills.
• recognize the value of lifelong learning and the importance of involvement in professional organizations.
• identify a variety of employment options in the health and beauty sector.