Participating students will study at one of two different locations. First year cosmetology is offered at Ben Davis High School, and the second year program is at P.J.'s Beauty College in Plainfield. Students attending those locations must have transportation to their work station.
Cosmetology is designed to develop proficiency in all skills of beauty culture.
Activities included are shampoos and sets, permanents, scalp treatments, facial treatments, hair cuts, hair coloring, manicures, proper sanitation, and personal hygiene habits. Students also receive related instruction in cosmetology theory, human relations, sales techniques, business management and self-improvement. The Cosmetology Program ultimately qualifies students for the State Board of Beauty Culture examination, thereby providing students with the knowledge and skills to practice as a beautician in the State of Indiana. The Cosmetology Program takes a total of 1500 hours to complete over a two-year period. In order to accumulate the necessary number of hours necessary, students must also spend time on Saturdays to satisfy minimal requirements.