Remington College - Columbia Campus

We invite you to visit Remington College  - Columbia Campus, the newest campus in our Remington College family of career colleges. Opening in May 2009, Remington College -  Columbia Campus is situated in the midlands area of South Carolina, an area known for its quality of life and cultural amenities.

Remington College  - Columbia Campus offers career-focused training designed to help students in the Richland and Lexington County areas find relevant entry-level employment in the fields of medical assisting, medical insurance coding and cosmetology.

Our Campus is in touch with the needs of area employers. We meet regularly with representatives from local businesses as part of our program advisory committee for each program area. They help us by reviewing our program offerings and have provided valuable feedback on our program objectives, course content, equipment/facilities, library resources, and the local employment outlook. Our mission is to provide you with meaningful and relevant programs that can help you realize your career goals and move you closer to the brighter future you've been hoping for.

Cosmetology Program

The Cosmetology Diploma Program provides training in various phases of cosmetology, including manicures, pedicures, facials and wig care. The objective of this program is to prepare graduates for entry-level positions as cosmetologists in work locations such as licensed beauty salons, day spas, or nail salons.

Program completion normally takes 48 weeks (close to 1 year) for full-time students. In addition, Cosmetology students must attend 1,500 clock hours in order to apply for licensure1 and graduate with a diploma.
1 Additional licensure requirements apply.

Courses include instruction in:

• Basic anatomy and physiology
• Hands-on training in chemical relaxing, permanent waving, and hair design, including:   
  •     hair shaping (cutting) 
  •     color techniques 
  •     braiding 
  •     extensions, 
  •     wig styling and care, 
  •     thermal styling 
  •     and product knowledge.
  •     introduction to color techniques, such as frosting and tipping, lightening and framing
• Facial make-up and artistry
• Nail structure and growth, nail art, manicures and pedicures
• And an introduction to salon management

During the program, students will have the opportunity to perform these skills on actual clients in our professional, on-campus salon-like clinic.

A flexible day and evening class schedule, guidance with financing options,* and help with résumé development, interviewing tips, and job placement assistance are just a part of what our Campus can offer you.

Conveniently located near I-20 and I-26, Remington College  - Columbia Campus is directly on a major public transit line, providing easy access. We hope you'll stop by with family and friends to learn more about our career programs and see our beautiful Campus facility!
 
* Individual results may vary. Employment after graduation not guaranteed.
*Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

Remington College - Columbia Campus, 607 Bush River Road, Columbia, SC 29210