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  Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) is a two-year community/technical college that offers more than 70 associate degree, diploma, and certificate programs for students who are either seeking quick entry into the workforce or desiring to transfer to a senior institution to pursue a bachelor's degree.
  
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Esthetics Pathway

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Esthetics
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Pathway

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Business Administration degree pathway is designed to prepare students for transfer to four-year institutions by providing a solid educational foundation through general education credits and elective courses. Earning an Associate in Applied Science degree at HGTC enables students to easily transfer to senior institutions within South Carolina.

Below is a listing of recommended courses for the first two semesters only, which lay the best foundation for students wishing to have a career in an Esthetics related program. Remaining requirements should be selected from A.A.S. Business Administration degree.

For a full list of Associate in Applied Science degree requirements, please refer to the HGTC College Catalog.

If you are interested in the Esthetics pathway please consult your academic advisor for assistance.

View all HGTC transfer opportunities.

Recommended Curriculum Sequence
First Semester - Fall
Course	Course Title	Semester Credit Hours
COS 151	Dermatology	3
COS 152	Hygiene and Sanitation	2
COS 157	Electric Current and Hair Removal	3
BUS or GEN ED	Business Administration Core or General Education Core	3
BUS or GEN ED	Business Administration Core or General Education Core	3
	Credits	14
Second Semester - Spring
COS 156	Fundamentals of Massage	2
COS 158	Facial Treatments	2
COS 164	Basic Makeup and Application	3
^αCOS 221	Facial Practice I	2
BUS or GEN ED	Business Administration Core or General Education Core	3
BUS or GEN ED	Business Administration Core or General Education Core	3
	Credits	15
Third Semester and Beyond
The remaining courses are to be chosen from the Business Administration Required Core and General Education Core courses found on the A.A.S. Business Administration Degree page. It is recommended that you work with your advisor to complete the degree in a timely manner.		36
	Remaining credits	36

^αStudents will have to complete COS 221 to fulfill the graduation completion requirements for the certificate in Esthetics.

Current Semester Information

Spring 2025 Classes

Classes Begin

January 13 (Full Spring / Fast Forward I)
February 3 (Flex Start)
March 10 (Fast Forward II)

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