COSMETOLOGIST APPRENTICE

In this program, students can earn a Cosmetology Apprentice License while learning on the job to work in a shop full-time from 32-40 hours a week for 20-24 months. After completing all the hours, operations, and tests requirements, the student will be able to apply for the State Board Exam for a Cosmetology license.

REQUIREMENT #1

Attend 39 hours of Pre-Apprenticeship training. 

  • Health and Safety
  • Infection Control: Principles and Practices
  • Board Rules and Regulations
  • Life Skills
  • Study Skills
  • Your Professional Image
  • Communicating for Success
  • On The Job
  • Implements, Tools, and Equipment

REQUIREMENT #2

As part of the 250 hours of Related Supplemental Instruction (RSI) - Classroom instruction of Theory during the 2 years. Students are to learn to have a good understanding and be ready to take the State Board Written Exam.

  • History and Career Opportunities
  • General Anatomy and Physiology
  • Properties of the Hair and Scalp
  • Scalp Care: Shampooing and Conditioning
  • Basics of Chemistry
  • Basics of Electricity
  • Principle of Hair Design
  • Hair Cutting
  • Hair Styling
  • Braiding and Braid Extensions
  • Wigs and Hair Additions
  • Chemical Texture Services
  • Hair Coloring
  • Skin Structure, Growth, and Nutrition
  • Skin Diseases and Disorders
  • Hair Removal
  • Facials
  • Facial Makeup
  • Nair Structure and Growth
  • Nail Disorders and Diseases
  • Manicuring
  • Pedicuring
  • Nail Tips and Wraps
  • Monomer Liquid and Polymer Powder Nail Enhancement
  • UV Gels
  • Seeking Employment
  • The Salon Business

*TNN uses updated technology to help our students succeed in passing the State Board Written Exam.

REQUIREMENT #3

On-The-Job Training:

After the Apprentice License is issued, the apprentice needs to start working in the approved shop full-time with the trainer for 32-40 hours a week over 2 years. The trainer is to keep track of the student's hours and operations on the Cosmetology's OJT log sheet. This is one of the unique aspects of the apprenticeship program because our students can be making money while getting training on the job.