Cosmetology School (Non-credit)
Workforce Continuing Education School of Cosmetology
Learn the art of cosmetology in Wake Tech's streamlined, non-degree School of Cosmetology program. Prepare yourself to be workforce ready by focusing solely on hands-on training and preparing for the N.C. Board of Cosmetic Art Examiners certification exam.
See all salon services open to the public | Make a Cosmetology Appointment | Make a Natural Hair Appointment |
Special Event
Monday, January 25, 2021
A free day-long virtual summit designed specifically to inform barbers, natural hair practitioners, and cosmetologists of information, best practices, and resources that can help them create a sustainable, lifestyle-supporting business in their profession.
Required Information Sessions
Attend a mandatory information session to learn about registration fees, admission requirements, books, kits, uniforms, and program schedule. You must attend an information session before you can register for this course.
Requirements for Registration:
- Government-issued ID
- Social Security number or Tax ID number
- High School Diploma/GED or CRC and Money Order in order to register for this course.
Cosmetology Information SessionsThese sessions are for Cosmetology only. View Information Sessions for Natural Hair Specialist. No children are allowed to attend the Information Sessions. |
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Please check back for upcoming Information Sessions. |
For information about cosmetology hair care classes, contact Maribel Jefferies at 919-334-1588 or [email protected] or [email protected] or 919-334-1590.
Industry-recognized credential: North Carolina Board of Cosmetic Arts
Complete in: 14 months or less (1,584 hour program)
For non-credit student support services or to see if you qualify for financial assistance, contact the Career Pathways Program & Student Resources.

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Continuing Education Cosmetology II - IntermediateCOS-3201F7 This course covers more comprehensive cosmetology concepts, such as safety, product knowledge, chemistry, manicuring, chemical restructuring, and hair coloring. To simulate a salon environment, the course includes hands-on training in basic skin care, scalp treatments, shamp... |
Continuing Education Cosmetology III - AdvancedCOS-3201G7 In this course, students will learn theory and gain practical experience in all the services offered in a cosmetic arts salon: hair cutting, styling, coloring, braiding, and shampooing; skin care; infection control; sanitation; customer service; product knowledge; and salon... |
Continuing Education Cosmetology IV - AdvancedCOS-3201H7 In this course, students will learn theory and gain practical experience in all the services offered in a cosmetic arts salon: hair cutting, styling, coloring, braiding, and shampooing; skin care; infection control; sanitation; customer service; product knowledge; and salon... |
Natural Hair Care SpecialistCOS-3104A7 Ready to become a licensed professional in the Natural Hair Care field? Enroll in our training program to prepare for the NC State Cosmetic Arts Hair Care Braiding License Exam. This course covers hair twisting, braiding, wrapping, extending, and locking hair, along with the... |
Natural Hair SpecialistCOS-3104C7 This 300-hour course teaches students how to care for natural hair without using perms, relaxers, or other chemicals, or hair color. The course includes styling techniques such as braiding, twisting, wrapping, extending, and locking natural hair. It also covers infection con... |
Pathways to Get Paid Doing Natural HairHRD-3004CA2 The care of natural hair has become a billion-dollar industry – with unlimited career opportunities! Learn about the income potential in styling natural hair, using a variety of techniques such as braids, locs, and protective styles. The course also covers the soft skills ne... |
Success to Cosmetology [Spanish]COS-3201M7 Este curso es una introducción a la cosmetología; temas incluidos son imagen profesional, ciencias generales, cuidado del cabello y de la piel. Adicionalmente, los estudiantes tomarán el examén de “N.C. Career Readiness Certification”, el cual evalúa el nivel de habilidad de... |
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