Cosmetology Operator

 

The Cosmetology Program at Lamar State College-Port Arthur prepares students for a career as a cosmetology professional. The recommended courses of study are designed to meet licensure requirements established by the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation.

Cosmetology Registration Fee

All Cosmetology Students must be registered with the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation before the first-class day. The $25 registration can be paid for at the business office or with a debit card. Bring a copy of your receipt to orientation. Transfer Cosmetology students’ fee is waived, but a copy of your cosmetology transcript is needed. All transfer students MUST take a placement exam, see Ms. Smith for additional information.

Orientation

New Cosmetology students must attend the orientation date listed below. Students will not be allowed to start class until they are registered with TDLR (Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation - Cosmetology licensing board). Contact Amanda Smith If you have any questions at (409) 984-6402 or e-mail smitham@lamarpa.edu.

• Spring 2024: January 11, 2024 at 10am

Pictures

TDLR mandates a current picture on every student registered in a cosmetology program. This picture will be placed on your cosmetology permit and folder. Email one picture or bring two pictures to orientation.

Immunization Requirements:

1. Tb Skin Test (within last 6 months) Submit this information during orientation, or no later than the first-class day.
2. Bacterial Meningitis (LSCPA requirement)—must be taken 10 days prior to the first-class day and submitted to the admissions department at LSCPA.

Support Material – LSCPA Online Bookstore, Amazon, Barnes and Noble

• Milady’s Standard Cosmetology Textbook and Theory Workbook – 14^th  Edition
• Milady’s Standard Esthetics Textbook and Theory Workbook – 12^th Edition
• Milady’s Standard Barbering Textbook and Theory Workbook – 6^th Edition
• Milady's Standard Foundations (Cosmetology and Esthetician)

Dress Code

Each student is required to adhere to the dress code policy set by the LSCPA Cosmetology Program and the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation.

Every student must be in uniform BEFORE clocking in and remain in uniform at all times.

Dress code requirements are as follows:

• Unisex Scrub Top, Pants & Lab Jacket – All Black
• Shoes: Tennis Shoes (any color) or Work Force
• Hair must be neat and presentable daily. (You are your biggest advertisement)
• Nails: Safety precaution, all nails should be of average length. Nails may not be longer than the end of the finger.

Lamar State College-Port Arthur mandates the completion and passing of all Cosmetology courses with a “C” or better to attain the knowledge and skills needed to pass your state board exam.

Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation mandates the completion and passing of all the registered modules (courses) to be eligible to take the state board exam. Students must be in attendance to receive credit.

 

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