Master Cosmetology is a Technical Certificate Of Credit program offered by Southern Crescent Technical College in Thomaston, GA. The program takes 4 terms to complete, with a total tuition of $4,708.
Program Overview
The Cosmetology for Licensure program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in the field of cosmetology. Learning opportunities develop professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes specialized training in safety, sanitation, state laws, rules, and regulations, chemistry, anatomy and physiology, skin, hair, and nail diseases and disorders, hair treatments and manipulations, hair shaping, hair styling, artificial hair, braiding/intertwining hair, chemical reformation and application, skin and nail care, hair coloring, hair lightening, reception, sales, management, employability skills, and work ethics. The curriculum meets state licensing requirements of the State Board of Cosmetology. Program graduates will receive a Cosmetology for Licensure and are employable as a cosmetology salesperson, cosmetologist, salon manager, or a salon owner. General
Source: Southern Crescent Technical College 2026–2027 catalog.
Admission Requirements
Submit completed application and application fee Be at least 16 years of age Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript with test scores and all post-secondary transcripts in an official sealed envelope Meet assessment requirements Readmission If a student changes his/her declared major from Cosmetology to a different program, and then back to Cosmetology, the latest program application date will be used to determine placement on the eligibility list. Approximate Additional Costs Other Than Tuition, Fees, and Textbooks Additional Costs Cost Price Tools/equipment/supplies $800 Uniforms $90 State licensure exam Testing $109 License $35 A minimum grade of C for each course is required to receive a Cosmetology for Licensure Certificate TCC from SCTC. Students must complete all COSM Courses with a grade of C or higher in order to graduate. Students at least 16 years of age to start the program and 17 years of age to sit for the State Board of Cosmetology licensing exam. Please Note: Students must choose either the day or evening program. Day and evening classes cannot be combined. Note: While all courses are offered, they may vary by term and campus. See the program advisor for any questions.
School Information
Flint River Campus, Griffin Campus
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
Tuition and Fees
Published in-state tuition is $107 per credit. For 44 credits, tuition is $4,708.00. The program's 4-term minimum adds $1,896.00 in published mandatory term fees, for $6,604.00 before the separate $25 application fee and any additional fee that applies to a particular student, course, test, or graduation.
Rates: Southern Crescent Technical College Tuition and Fees, verified 2026-08-31.
Program Schedule
Catalog entrance terms and minimum length: Fall, Spring, Summer; 4 terms.