Description
At the Stafford Signature School of Cosmetology, our future professionals are prepared for careers in the beauty industry as licensed cosmetologists in the State of Vermont. Students are guided by our Learning Leader through each level in our Cosmetology Program beginning with Level 1: Core, and then Level 2: Adaptive and Creative. Students will assume more advanced techniques and build real-world practical skills and confidence as they progress through each stage of our program.
Level 1: Core is a foundation course which focuses on the theory and fundamentals of cutting, color, texture, styling, skin and nails as well as an introduction to our Stafford Technical Center ATE School culture. Our future professionals will learn the fundamentals in theory, then practice them hands-on in the safe environment of the classroom. Students will initially practice these skills on mannequin heads while receiving personalized critique and attention from the Learning Leader who will guide you in becoming more comfortable and skilled in the techniques you are learning.
Technical Areas Covered in Level 1: Core include:
- Theory Essentials
- Microbiology
- Design Composition
- Proper sanitation and disinfection practices
- Professional Communication Skills for client consultations
- Braiding, up-styling, and finishing
- Perming and smoothing hair
- Hair coloring and lightening
- Precision haircutting skills
- Manicure, pedicure, makeup and facials
REQUIRED PERSONAL RESOURCE: All students will be expected to own a laptop or other device so as to be able to access all of the Pivot Point instructional materials both in class and at home.
LEARNING RESOURCES AND SUPPLIES: Your tuition includes the e-textbook and online laboratory resources via our educational support provider Pivot Point. Students will also use the resources in the Novice Kit they will receive in Core 1 and will continue to be used throughout the education and training program provided by the Stafford Signature School of Cosmetology.
OVERALL PROGRAM GOAL: Upon completion of COSMETOLOGY Level 1, students will enroll in COSMETOLOGY Level 2 in the Fall of 2027. Students who successfully complete the entire 1,000-hour program of curriculum, theory, and clinical experiences and hold a high-school diploma or equivalent will be eligible to sit for the Vermont state licensing examination offered through Prometric Test Centers, an internationally recognized third-party testing service located in Williston, Vermont and Concord, New Hampshire. There will be a written and practical examination that is aligned with the testing standards endorsed by the Vermont Secretary of State Office of Professional Regulation (OPR).
Please be advised that Stafford Technical Center does not guarantee employment after students complete this training program nor does it provide access to school-based career counseling or employment placement services. When appropriate, referrals are made by STC program staff to local employers and government agencies that can assist eligible candidates in developing a strategy for employment.
