This program consists of a student orientation session, theory class, demonstrations, and at the senior level includes "hands on" practical experience in the teaching facilities' clinic using the Milady’s Standard of Cosmetology program.

Student activities will include guest speakers, Star Award (best attendance/top professional image), Scissors Award (students who receive letters from clients), community service, and field trips to local trade shows. Optional reinforcement instruction is by video and CD ROM located in the media center. Maximum classroom enrollment is 15 per class.

Maryland State Board of Cosmetologists requires each student to complete 1500 clock hours of instruction.

Graduation requirements include "hands on" practical experience in addition to theory class to be eligible to take the Maryland State Board of Cosmetology exam for licensure as a cosmetologist.