The field of Barbering encompasses a broad range of specialty areas including esthetics, straight razor shaving, and precision haircutting with a razor. The Certificate II in Barbering Crossover is designed to prepare the licensed Cosmetologist or Hair Technician with the knowledge and the skills needed in hair and skincare. The program emphasizes safety and infection control in all aspects of the various disciplines. The program prepares the student to take the licensure exam through the Wyoming State Board of Barbering. 

Completion of this program does not guarantee licensure.  Applicants must meet the general admission requirements of Central Wyoming College. Admission to the college does not guarantee admission to the Barbering Crossover program; application to the program is a separate objective process.

Program Requirements

Total Credit Hours: 8

The field of Barbering encompasses a broad range of specialty areas including esthetics, straight razor shaving, and precision haircutting with a razor. The Certificate I in Barbering No Chemicals is designed to prepare the student with the knowledge and skills needed in hair and skin care. The program emphasizes safety and infection control in all aspects of the various disciplines. The student will also study professional skills to communicate effectively and make sound decisions. The program prepares the student to take the licensure exam through the Wyoming State Board of Barbering. Completion of this program does not guarantee licensure.

Applicants must meet the general admission requirements of Central Wyoming College and the Wyoming Board of Barbering Examiners.

Program Requirements

General Education Requirements

Embedded in program-required courses. 

Total Credit Hours: 35

The field of Barbering encompasses a broad range of specialty areas including esthetics, straight razor shaving, and precision haircutting with a razor. The Certificate I in Barbering is designed to prepare the student with the knowledge and the skills needed in hair and skincare. The program emphasizes safety and infection control in all aspects of the various disciplines The student will also study professional skills to communicate effectively and make sound decisions. The program prepares the student to take the licensure exam through the Wyoming State Board of Barbering. Completion of this program does not guarantee licensure.

Applicants must meet the general admission requirements of Central Wyoming College and the State of Wyoming Board of Barbering Examiners.

Program Requirements

General Education Requirements

Embedded in program-required courses.

Total Credit Hours: 47

The Esthetician Certificate program focuses on the care, health, and beauty of the skin. The students study the various skin types, disorders, infection control, and how general nutrition impacts skin health. Students are given the opportunity to become proficient in the use of electrotherapy, and light therapy within the skin area. The student will apply facial treatments, facial massage, the use of cosmetics, and skin care products. This program prepares the student to take the licensure exam from the Wyoming Board of Cosmetology. 

Explore gainful employment information, where you can find occupational information, estimated cost and time of program completion, and job placement opportunities. 

Completion of this program does not guarantee licensure. 

Program Requirements

Total Credit Hours: 31

The Hair Technician program instructs students on how to apply the elements and principles of design to select, adapt, and execute hairstyles that are desirable to the client. Topics also include the application of chemical treatments, texturing, extensions, and examining how various hair types respond to styling practices. This program prepares the student to take the licensure exam from the Wyoming Board of Cosmetology. 

Explore gainful employment information, where you can find occupational information, estimated cost and time of program completion, and job placement opportunities. 

Completion of this program does not guarantee licensure. 

Program Requirements

Total Credit Hours: 36

The Cosmetology Instructor program encompasses any of the programs that prepare cosmetologists, barbers, hairstylists, nail technicians, and estheticians to teach their specializations in licensed and accredited schools of cosmetology and barbering. These programs include courses in cosmetology arts and sciences teaching principles; student learning styles; professional curricula development; instructional planning; instructional methods and aids; student counseling and career assistance; test development; and classroom/clinic management. This program prepares students to take the licensure exam from the Wyoming State Board of Cosmetology.

Completion of this program does not guarantee licensure. 

Program Requirements

Total Credit Hours: 22

The Nail Technician Certificate II Program is designed to prepare students for positions in the nail technician industry. The students in this program study comprehensive nail treatments including manicures, pedicures, hand, arm, foot, and leg massage. Students will also study proper cleaning, disinfection, and other skills for ensuring client safety during nail procedures. This program prepares students to take the licensure exam from the Wyoming State Board of Cosmetology. 

Completion of this program does not guarantee licensure. 

Program Requirements

Total Credit Hours: 23