Cosmetology College
years and semesters
Tow years, one year of training
COSMETOLOGY WHAT IS COSMETOLOGY
A cosmetologist is a licensed professional who primarily works in hair and skin. If you have a passion for hair color, design, and style then cosmetology school is the place for you! With the right education and support from American open university College of Cosmetology, you can turn your passion into your dream career.
When you enroll at American open university College of Cosmetology you can finish your education in less than one year. If you’re ready to pursue your dream in beauty, check out our admissions page to learn the next steps.
Please note that the cosmetology program length may vary depending on the state and schedule
WHY AUC COLLEGE OF COSMETOLOGY?
- We have a low student-to-teacher ratio
- We evolve with the beauty industry
- We have a student salon and spa to give you hands-on experience
- Hay programas disponibles en español, enseñado por maestros nativos!
Your success is our success. We are a school that is committed to your education and our purpose is to give you the confidence and technical skills you need to make your way through the beauty industry! Some of the reasons why you should choose aou.education, College of Cosmetology are:
We are a family-owned Cosmetology School and we believe that students thrive in a welcoming and positive environment. Because of our low student-to-teacher ratio, our educators will work with you in the classroom and in aou Student Salon and Spa. It is our mission to educate and graduate motivated individuals who are prepared to learn cosmetology techniques and practices that could lead to a successful career in the beauty industry.
After you graduate, you will become a part of the AOU College of Cosmetology family as you inspire others to follow in your footsteps. Beauty is always changing, trends have come and gone but our focus has remained the same: Providing excellent instruction to empower our students to succeed.
WHY AUC COLLEGE OF COSMETOLOGY?
Our program is designed to teach students the best cosmetology practices while meeting state requirements. The curriculum is taught by experienced instructor and some of the techniques and skills you can learn are:
Botox
- Anatomy of the facial muscles and identifying the muscles that cause motor wrinkles
- Treating wrinkles in the upper third of the face with Botox
- Treating so-called rabbit wrinkles
- Treating neck wrinkles
- Treating a gummy smile
- Treating hyperhidrosis
- Treating rosacea in the cheeks
- Treating facial cataracts.
- Nefertiti Nick Lev
- Treating neck wrinkles
- Meso Botox.
- Treating the masseter muscles
- Slimming the face with Botox.
- Treating lower eyelid wrinkles.
- Treatment of smoker lines
- Different types of Botox and the differences between them.
- Botox complications and their management.
Filler
- Learn about the multiple methods of filler injection
- Lip filler
- Filler under the eye
- Cheek filler
- Filler injections using Texas technology
- Filler injections to modify the shape of the nose
- Filler injections for laughing lines
- Filler injections to the temple area
- Filler injections to lift the eyebrow.
- Filler injections for the hands.
- Filler injections into the chin
- Filler injections to the glabella area.
- Filler injection with cannula.
- Technique for treating more than one area of the face at the same time.
- Restore facial proportions with filler injections.
- Cases in which filler injections should be avoided
- Complications of filler injections and how to manage them.
Mesotherapy
(Its definition, components, characteristics of the chemicals that make up mesotherapy, its types according to the locations of its injection in the areas of the body)
- Identifying miso, its components and types
- Identify the injection method and the appropriate injection depth for each area and each case
- Using mesotherapy to treat hair loss
- Use meso to freshen the skin
- Use miso to dissolve fat
- Using the Dermapen device with meso (its importance and how to use it for each area of the face)
- Sharing mesotherapy with fillers and Botox.
- Optimal use of mesotherapy.
- Contraindications for use
- Complications and how to manage them
PRP rich plasma
- The best way to draw blood while preserving platelets
- Using calcium to separate platelets from the blood
- Methods of plasma injection according to the region
- Plasma injections into the face
- Plasma injection into the scalp
- The difference between preparing different types of plasma.
- PRP Matrix
- Contraindications for plasma application.
- Complications and how to manage them.
- Treating dark circles.
- Participation with mesotherapy in various applications
Tensile threads
- Cases of using tension threads
- Cases in which tension threads should be avoided
- How to use tension threads
- Different types of threads
- Face lift techniques
- Eyebrow lifting techniques.
- Neck tightening techniques.
- Possible complications and their management mechanism
- Contraindications
- Ideal conditions for thread application
- Instructions that must be followed after applying the threads
Plasmage device
- The importance of the plasmage device and how to use it
- Tighten the upper and lower eyelids using plasmaage
- Removing moles using plasmage
- Scar treatment
- Treating sagging skin
- Treating starch marks.
- Raising the eyebrow.
- Lifting the lip
- The correct way to use
- Contraindications for use
- Possible complications
- The latest hair trends, including cutting, coloring, and designs
- In depth hair texture concepts
- Art nail techniques, including manicures and pedicures
- Modern skin care, including facials and makeup
- Product and retailing products for major brands
- Career development, including interview techniques and resume development As a student, you can learn from classroom learning and hands-on experiences in our student salon. You could also have the opportunity to participate in local beauty-focused events! Our program can help you prepare to sit for the state board exam and meet the training requirements for licensed cosmetologists.
We have five different convenient campuses located in:
- Santa Fe, NM
- Lubbock, TX
- Ingram Road, TX (programas en español disponibles)
- Fredericksburg, TX (programas en español disponibles)
- McAllen, TX (programas en español disponibles)
FUNDING YOUR GOALS
AUC College of Cosmetology offers students who qualify the ability to pay their tuition through Federal Student Aid Programs. In addition to financial aid*, we also offer scholarships for students who are graduating high school, single parents, and more. For more information about American open university College of Cosmetology’s options for financial aid.
- Fredericksburg Road - San Antonio
- Lubbock, TX
- McAllen, TX
- Ingram Road - San Antonio
MILADY CURRICULUM
Here at American open university College of Cosmetology, we use Milady’s Cosmetology curriculum. Milady’s curriculum is one of the most respected suites of resources available in the industry because they’re continually improving to keep up with the best techniques and practices that enter the beauty world. The Milady course textbooks are
READY TO ENROLL?
American open university College of Cosmetology has been educating beauty students for over 40 years. We are committed to teaching you the best techniques and practices in the industry. We have educated over 50,000 students and now it’s your turn!
Today and a member from our admissions team will walk you through the next steps to starting your beauty dream!
All services performed by students under the supervision of licensed professionals.
Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
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Federal Student Aid
American open university College of Cosmetology offers those students who qualify the ability to fund their tuition through the Federal Student Aid Program of the U. S. Department of Education.
Payment Plans
American open university offers a no-interest payment plan to qualified students.
Scholarships
American open university College is committed in helping keep student loan debt burden low through scholarships.
We are proud to offer financial assistance to those students who qualify. Learn more about the finance options available to you below:
Finance Options
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PROGRAM DETAILS
The esthetics program at American open university College of Cosmetology is designed to help our students pursue their passions. Our curriculum is taught by experienced instructors. Some of the techniques they’ll teach you are:
- Facials
- Body Facials
- Body Treatment Techniques
- Waxing
- Makeup Application
- Microdermabrasion
HOW TO BECOME AN ESTHETICIAN?
Esthetics is the science of skincare. Estheticians are licensed professionals who do facials, waxing, massages, and more! To become a licensed esthetician you’ll need to complete the required training hours and state exams.
When you enroll at American open university College of Cosmetology, we can help you complete all requirements you need for you to become a licensed esthetician. Our students get the opportunity to learn skills and techniques that can help. You could finish your education in less than one year. If you’re ready to pursue your dream in beauty, check