Cosmetology Program
Summit Salon Academy – Gainesville’s objective is to produce highly trained and well prepared graduates for salons. We are committed to excellence in cosmetology arts and sciences. Educational systems and programs are updated constantly to keep the student’s interests first and our educational quality high and prepare the student to pass Florida State Boards.
Summit Salon Academy – Gainesville’s professional Cosmetology Program is designed to provide the education necessary to succeed in the beauty industry. Utilizing Redken 5th Avenue NYC’s principle-based design and color, you will obtain the confidence and skills needed to provide exceptional salon experiences to your guests.
Summit Salon Academy Global Platform
- Real-World Salon and Spa Experience
- Access to the International Summit Salon™ Community
- Summit Salon™ Career Path
- Summit Salon™ Business-Building Skills
National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Arts and Sciences (NACCAS) is an indepedent and autonomous accrediting commission located in Alexandria, Virginia. It is recognized by the US Department of Education as a national agency for the institutional accreditation of postsecondary schools and departments of cosmetology arts and sciences, including specialized schools. It presently accredits approximately 1,600 institutions that serve over 120,000 students.
The Pivot Point LAB is a ground-breaking integrated social learning environment, built-specifically for you and the beauty industry. An incubator for talented future and current beauty professionals, the LAB combines best-in class educational content, creativity and a collaboritive environment to enhance personal learning experiences. Learn more about Pivot Point LAB!
LEARN FORWARD WITH PIVOT POINT LAB
You have never seen anything like LAB before. It’s easy to use and contains all the features necessary to capture your attention, inspire creativity and allow you to share your experiences with your peers. Summit Salon Academy – Gainesville is the only cosmetology academy in the area to offer the Pivot Point LAB learning platform!
Fundamentals: The Fundamentals portion of the curriculum helps students learn what they need to know without having to dive into deep text. Using modules with lesson plans and interactive activities, the learning experience is instantly enhanced while providing streamlined text for easier studying and memory retention.
LAB: The Learn About Beauty (LAB) Platform uses technology to connect students with the beauty industry. It is available 24/7, providing the student a more convenient approach to traditional studying. As an interactive platform, LAB provides fun, learning activities and a platform to connect with classmates and educators. Cosmetology education has evolved with Pivot Point!
Program Description
The 1200-hour Cosmetology Program at Summit Salon Academy – Gainesville includes theory and practical instruction that prepares the student to perform all aspects of the cosmetology program. Training two types of learning, the theoretical knowledge, and the practical experience to build the skills needed to be successful in the profession.
- Theory (475 Hours)
- Lab (725 Hours)
- Required Services (700)
We have diverse full-time and part-time schedule options to facilitate training for our students. The program length of our 1200-Hour Cosmetology Program depends on the selected schedule.
- Full-Time: Schedule1 (40 Weeks)
- Full-Time: Schedule 2 (40 Weeks)
- Part-Time: Schedule 3 (71 Weeks)
The course is taught in the English language using a variety of current educational instructional techniques including lecture, demonstration, visual aids, textbook review, practice on live models (under the supervision of licensed instructors), and testing.
Upon completion of our cosmetology program, you will be ready to take the State Board Exam to obtain your cosmetology license.
Program Objective
Prepare the student for the Florida State Board of Cosmetology Examination to become a Licensed Cosmetologist and enter the field of beauty.
The grading scale for all academic work is as follows:
- 100-94% – Honor Roll
- 93 -89% – Above Average
- 88 -85% – Average
- 84% and Below – Unsatisfactory
Program Cost
Application Fee $75.00
Tuition $15,600
Textbooks $843.40
Supplies $1,775.16
TOTAL $18,293.56
Summit Salon Academy – Gainesville offers the following programs to eligible students in need of financial assistance to meet the cost of education.
- Federal Pell Grant
- William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program
- In-House and Outside Scholarships
- Veterans Benefits (Veterans, Dependents, and Survivors)
- Florida Pre-Paid College Plan
For more information, contact our Financial Aid Office using any of the following methods:
- Contact Online
- Call (352) 331-2424 Ext. 4
- Email at finaid@ssag.edu
CS ORI (Orientations & Device Setup)
- Classroom Hours (3)
- Services (0)
- An overview of the Academy’s Cosmetology’s program and a walk through of the technology used to access and complete the curriculum requirements during enrollment.
CS 101 (Life Skills)
- Classroom Hours (21)
- Services (0)
- This subject teaches students the basic life skills used to effectively develop good habits and communications skills needed in the cosmetology industry.Topics covered through this section are Healthy Body and Mind, Ergonomics, Basic Communication, Communication with Confidence, Human Relations, and Resilience.
CS 102 (Science)
- Classroom Hours (90)
- Services (95)
- This subject teaches students about the science that every cosmetologist must be proficient at in their career. Topics covered through this section are Microbiology, Infection Control, First Aid, Building Blocks of the Human Body, The Skeletal System, The Muscular System, The Circulatory System, The Nervous System, Principles of Electricity, Electricity in Cosmetology, Matter, pH, Hair Care Product Knowledge, Product Chemistry, Hair Theory, Hair Care, Shampoo and Scalp Massage Theory, and Shampoo & Condition Guest Experience.
CS 103 (Business)
- Classroom Hours (12)
- Services (0)
- This subject teaches students about career development skills and the business knowledge needed to succeed in the cosmetology industry. Topics covered through this section are Goal Setting, Job Searching, Finding a Salon That Fits, Professional Relationships, Knowing Your Client Market, Building Your Clientele, The Salon Experience, Salon Ownership, Salon Operations, and Retail Products.
CS 104 (Client-Centered Design)
- Classroom Hours (48)
- Services (0)
- This subject teaches students how to utilize their skills of design in relation to client services. Topics covered through this section are Design Connections, Client Considerations, Connecting Service Essentials, Consulting Service Essentials, Creating Service Essentials, and Completing Service Essentials.
CS 105 (Sculpting & Cutting)
- Classroom Hours (183)
- Services (90)
- This subject teaches students the sculpting and haircutting skills and tools needed to perform sculpting and haircutting services in the cosmetology industry. Topics covered in this section are Sculpture Theory, Sculpture Tools and Essentials, Sculpture Skills, Sculpture Guest Experience, Sculpture Service, Solid Form Overview, Graduated Form Overview, Increase-Layered Form Overview, Uniformly Layered Form Overview, Texturizing Techniques, and Combination Form Overview.
CS 106 (Men's Sculpting & Cutting)
- Classroom Hours (14)
- Services (25)
- This subject covers an overview of sculpting and cutting men’s hair. Topic covered in this subject is Men’s Sculpture Overview.
CS 107 (Hair Design)
- Classroom Hours (308)
- Services (275)
- This subject teaches students about the skills and tools needed to be successful in hair design. Topics covered in this section are Hair Design Theory, Hair Design Tools and Essentials, Hair Design Skills, Hair Design Guest Experience, Hair Design Service, Straight Volume and Indentation, Curvature Volume and Indentation, Fingerwaving and Molding, and Thermal Design.
CS 108 (Long Hair)
- Classroom Hours (11.5)
- Services (25)
- This subject teaches students the student about the essentials and tools needed to perform services on long haired clients. Topics covered in this section are Long Hair Theory, Long Hair Tools and Essentials,Long Hair Skills, Long Hair Guest Experience, and Long Hair Service.
CS 109 (Wigs & Hair Extensions)
- Classroom Hours (3.5)
- Services (0)
- This subject teaches students about the theory and essential skills needed in relation to wigs and hair additions. Topics covered in this subject are Wig Theory, Wig Services, Hairpieces and Hair Additions, and Wig, Hairpiece and Hair Addition Essentials.
CS 110 (Color)
- Classroom Hours (168)
- Services (65)
- This subject teaches students about the theory, design and products involved in utilizing and providing color services. Topics covered in this section are Color Theory, Color Design, Identifying Existing Hair Color, Nonoxidative Color Products, Oxidative Color Products, Color Tools and Essentials, Color Skills, Color Guest Experience, and Color Service.
CS 111 (Perm & Relax)
- Classroom Hours (160)
- Services (65)
- This subject teaches students the skills and product knowledge necessary to perform Perming and Relaxing services. Topics covered in this subject are Perm Theory, Perm Design, Perm Products and Essentials, Perm Skills, Perm Guest Experience, Perm Service, Relaxer Theory, Relaxer Products and Essentials, Relaxer Skills, Relaxer Guest Experience, Relaxer Service, and Curl Reformation Theory.
CS 112 (Skin)
- Classroom Hours (74)
- Services (30)
- This subject teaches students about the different aspects of human skin to equip them with the knowledge necessary to perform services on the skin. Topics covered in this subject are Skin Theory, Skin Diseases and Disorders, Skin Care, Skin Care Guest Experience, Hair Removal Theory, Hair Removal Guest Experience, Makeup Theory, Makeup Products and Design, and Makeup Guest Experience.
CS 113 (Nails)
- Classroom Hours (63)
- Services (30)
- This subject teaches students about the different types of nails, nail services and product knowledge necessary to perform basic nail services. Topics covered in this subject are Nail Theory, Natural Nails, Natural Nail Products and Essentials, Nails Guest Experience, Natural Nail Service, Artificial Nail System Products and Essentials, and Artificial Nail Service.
CS 114 (Florida State Laws & Regulations)
- Classroom Hours (8)
- Services (0)
- An overview of the laws set forth by the state of Florida for cosmetologists. Students will gain knowledge about the laws, rules, and regulations in relation to consumer protection for the health and Beauty Industry and gain economic awareness skills necessary for cosmetologists. 4-hour HIV/AIDS Certification Theory.
CS 115 (Section Reviews & Final Exams)
- Classroom Hours (24)
- Services (0)
- Through the course of the cosmetology program students will have four section reviews and final exams. This subject is for preparation of those exams and the testing time allocated for completing those exams.
CS 116 (State Board Preparation)
- Classroom Hours (9)
- Services (0)
- This subject consists of preparing students to take their Florida State Cosmetology Licensing Exam. Students will go through a series of practice exams to ensure that they will be able to successfully pass their Licensing Exam.