The Cosmetology instructional program prepares students to perform technical services involved with planning, organizing, researching, directing and controlling functions and processes related to the provision of cosmetology services.  An integrated approach to teaching and learning is provided as students develop interpersonal relations, career development skills and technical knowledge and skills associated with careers in this field. Students completing this program will be prepared to participate in teams, solve problems, think critically and implement effective solutions. The program is designed and delivered as a coherent sequence of experiences using technical instruction, academic foundations, experiential learning, supervised occupational experience and person development through the Career and Technical Student Organization, SkillsUSA.