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Salon and Spa Management - Natural Hair Stylist to Cosmetology

Shelton State Community College

Certificate

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Salon and Spa Management Natural Hair Stylist to Cosmetology Certificate is a bridge program for licensed natural hair stylists pursuing cosmetology licensure.

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In-Person

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  • Alabama

    Alabama

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Active ListeningSpeakingService OrientationJudgment and Decision MakingSocial PerceptivenessCritical ThinkingActive LearningComplex Problem Solving

Knowledge

Customer and Personal ServiceAdministration and ManagementSales and MarketingEnglish LanguageEconomics and AccountingPsychology

Abilities

Near VisionArm-Hand SteadinessManual DexterityFinger DexterityOral ComprehensionOral ExpressionSpeech RecognitionOriginalityVisualizationFluency of IdeasSelective AttentionSpeech ClarityProblem Sensitivity

Tasks

  • Keep work stations clean and sanitize tools, such as scissors and combs.
  • Bleach, dye, or tint hair, using applicator or brush.
  • Cut, trim and shape hair or hairpieces, based on customers' instructions, hair type, and facial feat
  • Clean and sterilize scissors, combs, clippers, and other instruments.
  • Drape and pin protective cloths around customers' shoulders.
  • Cut and trim hair according to clients' instructions or current hairstyles, using clippers, combs, h

Technology

Operating system softwareCalendar and scheduling softwareData base user interface and query softwareWeb page creation and editing softwareAccounting softwareSpreadsheet software

Tools

Butterfly hair clampsColor application combsCurling ironsCuticle nippersCuticle pushersCuticle scissorsDesktop computersDetangling combsDigital timersDuckbill hair clampsDye application brushesElectronic cash registersFine-tooth combsFingernail clippersFlat ironsAdjustable barber chairsBarber scissorsElectric shaversFacial hair trimmersHair styling combsHandheld blow dryersHandheld electric hair clippersHot air brushesLaptop computersLatherizing machinesPointed tweezersProtective capesRat tail combs

Work Values

RelationshipsIndependenceAchievementWorking ConditionsRecognitionSupport
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists39-5012.00
  • Barbers39-5011.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certificate)

  • Sanitation and infection-control compliance — independently clean, disinfect, and document the sanitization of all tools and surfaces between clients in accordance with state board regulations at an established salon.
  • Chemical color and bleach services — mix, apply, and time bleach, dye, or tint treatments with reduced oversight, adjusting developer volume based on hair porosity and client history in a full-service salon.
  • Haircut and shape execution — cut, trim, and style hair for a range of textures and lengths based on client instructions and facial analysis using clippers, scissors, and razors with minimal coaching.
  • Scalp and hair treatment services — complete full shampoo, condition, and blow-dry sequences efficiently while adapting product selection to the client's scalp condition during a standard service appointment.
  • Client record maintenance — update and manage individual customer profiles in salon database software after each appointment, including services performed, formulas used, and retail purchases.
  • Appointment and schedule management — manage a personal client schedule using booking software, minimizing gaps and communicating wait times proactively during high-traffic salon hours.
  • Retail product recommendation — suggest and demonstrate appropriate hair care products to clients based on observed hair condition and completed services, contributing to salon retail sales targets.
  • Hair and scalp analysis — assess clients' hair texture, density, and scalp health independently to recommend suitable treatments or style options before beginning a service.
  • Time management across concurrent services — balance processing times for chemical services alongside other clients' needs, sequencing tasks to maintain quality and client satisfaction in a multi-chair salon.
  • Interpersonal communication and rapport — use clear, empathetic language to discuss service outcomes, manage client expectations, and address concerns calmly during routine salon appointments.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

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Completion Rate
93%
Placement Rate
59%