Cosmetology

Certificate. Classes offered at KC-Longview.

About the program:

Cosmetology is the art and science of beautifying hair, skin and nails. The main goal of the Cosmetology program is to prepare students to pass the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation examination. The program prepares students to pass both the Texas written and practical examinations. Students receive this preparation through classes and also by actual salon experience through the program's salon facilities and its clientele.  The program contains three certificates of completion. The Operator Certificate prepares students to take the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation examination for the operator license and for managing a business.

The Cosmetology Program contains three certificates of completion:

Career Tree - COSMETOLOGY

Course Descriptions:

Academic Credit for TDLR Hours:

Individuals, who have approved cosmetology hours through Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR), will receive academic credit. The classes on the student’s transcript will show a CR for the grade.

NOTE: For students in this course who may have a criminal background, please be advised that the background could keep you from being licensed by the State of Texas.  If you have a question about your background and licensure, please speak with your faculty member or the department chair. You also have the right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the applicable licensing agency.

Cosmetology

Price List for Services

Shampoo/Styling Prices:

  • High Frequency: $3 ($2 for seniors)
  • Shampoo (no style): $3 ($2 for seniors)
  • Shampoo Set Rollers or Round brush (includes wigs) Flat wrap and Blow dry: $7 ($5 for seniors)
  • Shampoo with Flat iron or Curl iron style: $10 ($7 for seniors)
  • Shampoo Silk Wrap/ Press (with curls): $15 ($12 for seniors)
  • Shampoo/ Set with perm rods: $15 ($10 for seniors)
  • Reconstructive treatment (conditioners): $3 and up ($2 and up for seniors)
  • Up-Do: $15 ($12 for seniors)
  • Finger Wave Style: $10 ($7 for seniors)
  • Braids 2-4: $10
  • Braids 4-6: $15
  • Braids (whole head) straight back: $20
  • Braids (design- full head): $25
  • Twist whole Head: $25
  • Take down braids (no cornrows): $8
  • Take down twist: $10

*Seniors are those age 62 and older.

Chemical/Color Pricing:

  • Extra Products: $8
  • Toner: $10
  • Color Re-Touch: $20 ($15 for seniors)
  • Overall Color: $40 ($35 for seniors)
  • Deluxe Re-Touch (end refresher) Demi/semi color only: $28 and up ($24 and up for seniors)
  • Virgin Bleach/Re Touch (no foil ½ inch new growth): $35 and up ($30 and up for seniors)
  • Virgin Tint: $40 ($35 for seniors)
  • Prelightening (ombre, accent colors): $45 ($40 for seniors)
  • Accent Foils (up to 12 foils): $30
  • Express Highlight (color or lightener): $45 and up ($40 and up for seniors)
  • Deluxe Highlight (2 colors): $50 and up ($45 and up for seniors)
  • Relaxer or Re-Touch (with cut and style): $35 ($30 for seniors)
  • Texturize Curl Softener: $15
  • 3-Step Perm (with cut): $35 ($30 for seniors)
  • Spiral Perm (with cut): $45 and up ($40 and up for seniors)

*Seniors are those age 62 and older.

Haircut Pricing List:

  • Kid's Cut (8 & under): $5
  • Edge Up: $3
  • Men's Cut: $6 ($5 for seniors)
  • Beard Trim: $3
  • Haircut (no style) include shampoo: $6 ($5 for seniors)
  • Haircut (with style): $12 ($10 for seniors)

*Seniors are those age 62 and older.

Facial Prices:

  • Facial without makeup: $8 ($7 for seniors)
  • Facial with makeup: $13 ($10 for seniors)
  • Brow Arch: $4 ($3 for seniors)
  • Lash Tint: $4 ($3 for seniors)
  • Brow Tint: $4 ($3 for seniors)
  • Eyelash tabbing or band: $6 ($5 for seniors)
  • Lash removal: $3
  • Apply makeup: $8
  • Brow waxing: $4
  • Chin/Lip waxing: $4
  • Full face waxing: $10

*Seniors are those age 62 and older.

Esthetics:

SERVICES

 COST

Face Mapping Skin Analysis

Complimentary with Service

Pro Skin 60

$25

Pro Skin 30

$15

Back Facial 60

$30

Back Facial 30

$20

Microdermabrasion

$30

Face Fit 10-Minute Express  

$5

Pro Power Peel

$30

Chemical Peel

$40 w/aftercare

Make-up Application

$8

Brow Arch

$4

Lash Tint

$4

Brow Tint

$4

Eyelash Flares or Bands 

$8

Eye Lift/Perm

$10

Eyebrow Waxing

$4

Underarm Waxing

$4 EACH
Chin and/or Lip Waxing $4

Full Face Wax

$10

Additional facial products to customize your treatment such as, more invasive exfoliates, eye creams, mechanical treatments, and medicated ointments may be an additional charge. Your Esthetician will be discussing product recommendations during your complementary facial mapping.

Nail Services:

  • Plain Manicure: $6 ($4 for seniors)
  • Hot oil Manicure: $7 ($5 for seniors)
  • Children manicure & Pedicure (Under age 10): $5
  • Spa Pedicure: $15 ($10 for seniors)
  • Deluxe Pedicure (mask & hot towels): $20 ($15 for seniors)
  • Clipped & Filed Nails (Fingers & Toes): $5
  • Polish Change: $5 ($4 for seniors)
  • Art Work (per nail): $1
  •  Dip Acrylic: $20
  • Dip Acrylic with Tip: $25
  • Gel Polish: $10
  • Gel Soak off/Fill: $10
  • Pedicure Slippers: $1
  • Nail repair: $1

*Seniors are those age 62 and older.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What do graduates do?

After completing the classroom hours required by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, students must take a practical exam in Dallas and a written exam in Tyler. In the six-hour practical exam, the student uses a model to show competency in all the phases of cosmetology learned in the program. The written exam contains 100 questions. To receive a license, you must pass each exam with a 70 or above.

What is the job outlook?

Career opportunities include self-employment, salon owner, lease license, product representative, color expert, show work, platform artist, cruise ships, doctor's offices, and spas.

What kind of salary can graduates expect?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the national median salary for Cosmetology is $21,320. Local salaries vary.

How long does it take?

For Cosmetology, the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLC) requires students to complete 1,000 clock hours, which takes two semesters.  For Nail Technology, TDLR requires students to complete 600 clock hours, which takes about one semester.  For Facial/Esthetician, TDLR requires students to complete 750 clock hours, which takes about six months.

Related Videos

Interview with Cosmetology student Krystal Griffith

For information about Cosmetology:

Glenda Ford
Program Director, Instructor
Cosmetology
Phone:
(903) 236-2052
Office:
KC-Longview Cosmetology Bldg. (LVCOS)
gford@kilgore.edu
Wesley Brasher
Instructor, Cosmetology
Phone:
(903) 236-2015
Office:
KC-Longview Cosmetology Bldg. (LVCOS)
wbrasher@kilgore.edu
Lillian Jackson
Instructor
Cosmetology
Phone:
(903) 236-2006
Office:
KC-Longview Cosmetology Bldg. (LVCOS)
ljackson@kilgore.edu
Quinn Ponder
Instructor, Cosmetology
Phone:
(903) 236-2014
Office:
Longview Hendrix Building (LVHDX)
qponder@kilgore.edu
Mike Henry
Academic Advisor
Business & Information Technology
Phone:
(903) 236-2032
Office:
KC-Longview Hendrix Bldg. (LVHDX)
mhenry1@kilgore.edu

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