ECD 243 — or ECD 251
* Graduation times may vary according to course availability and/or individual course load. Consult faculty advisor. Cosmetology Award: Certificate in Cosmetology Credit Hours Required for Graduation: 39 Admission into this program requires a high school diploma or GED and qualifying scores on the SAT, ACT, or Next Generation ACCUPLACER placement test. Upon successful completion of all program coursework below, students will have accumulated the minimum 1500 clock hours required by the South Carolina Board of Cosmetology to become eligible to test for licensure as a cosmetologist. Upon receipt of the Certificate in Cosmetology, the student can apply to the State Board of Cosmetic Art Examiners. A. General Education: 39 Credit Hours Recommended Course Sequence* Summer Semester I (7 Credit Hours)