# Esthetics (Certificate of Achievement)

Solano Community College · 2025-2026 Catalog · Department: Cosmetology

Source: https://solano.elumenapp.com/catalog/catalog2025-2026/program/esthetics-ca-summer-2023

**Minimum Units Required:** 26.0 units

The Esthetics program is approved by the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. It is designed to prepare the student to take their exam with the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology for licensing. This is subject to its rules and regulations regarding the education and training of esthetician. Units including theory and practical in phases of the skin care industry. Students are required to complete all technical, practical, and program requirements at Solano Community College. Upon completion of this program and passing the California state board examination students may find career placement as a skin care specialist. The certificate of achievement can be obtained by completing the 26-unit major. All courses must be completed with a minimum grade of C or a P if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis. Requirements for sitting for the California state board examination: • Completed the 10th grade or its equivalent • Be at least 17 years of age • Have a valid government issued photographic identification. For more information; www.barbercosmo.ca.gov.

### Program Learning Outcomes

-   Differentiate and employ the skills and techniques required to take the California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology, Esthetics examination

-   Apply skin care concepts and theories to a variety of professional settings

-   Demonstrate completion of mandatory clinic laboratory hours and practical operations according to the California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology

### Program Requirements

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Esthetics** | | 26 |
| COSM 121 | Skin Care I | 13 |
| COSM 122 | Skin Care II | 13 |