Livonia, USA
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Request application deadline
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
Introduction
This program is designed to give licensed, practicing cosmetologists an opportunity to develop special skills in business-related activities and to earn an associate degree in applied science from Schoolcraft College. Schoolcraft College will grant credit equal to 30 semester credit hours upon receipt of current and proper evidence of license based upon the standards of the State Board of Cosmetology.
Students who satisfactorily complete all college and program requirements qualify for an associate in applied science degree.
Ideal Students
The associate degree in cosmetology management program is designed for cosmetologists who are interested in managing a salon or starting their own business. It focuses on the essentials of organizing and operating a business, along with the communication and people skills needed to be successful as a salon manager or owner.
Curriculum
Sample Schedule of Courses
Admission Prerequisites
Current Cosmetology License Credits: 30
First Year
Fall Semester
- BUS 101 - Introduction to Business Credits: 3
- BUS 103 - Organizing a Small Business Credits: 3
- ENG 101 - English Composition 1 Credits: 3
Mathematics - Credits: 3-5
Select General Education Mathematics course.
Recommended:
- MATH 101 - Business Mathematics Credits: 3
Social Science - Credits: 3-4
Select General Education Social Science course.
Recommended:
- PSYCH 153 - Human Relations Credits: 3
Total Credits: 15-18
Winter Semester
- ACCT 103 - Introduction to Accounting Credits: 4
- BUS 104 - Operating a Small Business Credits: 3
Humanities - Credits: 1-4
Select General Education Humanities course.
Recommended:
- COMA 103 - Fundamentals of Speech Credits: 3
English Communication - Credits: 3
Select General Education English Communication course.
Recommended:
- ENG 116 - Technical Writing Credits: 3
Total Credits: 11-14
Spring Session
- CIS 105 - Computer Orientation Credits: 1
Science - Credits: 3-5
Select General Education Science course.
Recommended:
- BIOL 101 - General Biology Credits: 4
Total Credits: 4-6
Total Credits: 30-38
Current Cosmetology License: 30 Credits
Program Total: 60-68 Credits
Not all courses are offered each semester. Students should work with an academic advisor to develop a schedule that will work for them. Students planning to transfer should check the transfer institution’s requirements/guides or discuss their options with an academic advisor. The number of credits may vary depending on the course selection.