CCU GRADUATE REFRESHER TRAINING | REFRESHER TRAINING | BOOK RENTAL

Recertification is for those people who have held an Oregon Certification in Hair design, Nails and/or Esthetics and have let the certificate lapse.

Certification Reactivation After Two Years in Expired Status
Those attempting to renew after the two-year window ends must retake and pass the written examination, reapply for certification and pay all application, examination and certification renewal fees under ORS 690.085 and OAR 817-035-0010.

Certification Reinstatement After Three Years in Expired Status
Practitioners whose certificate is expired for three years or more must take and pass both the practical and written examinations, reapply for certification and pay all application, examination and certification renewal fees.

If you have current or unresolved disciplinary action(s) against you or have any questions please contact Oregon Health Licensing Agency at 503-378-8667 or via email at ohla.info@state.or.us

*All written and practical examinations are scheduled by appointment only*

Taking The Practical Exam
Hair Design – Duration of test is 8 hours.
Nail Technician- Duration of test is 4 hours.
Esthetician – Duration of test is 4 hours.

Refer to the "Cost of Training" section for current pricing.

All tools, supplies, and products necessary for the practical are included in the cost of recertification. Personal tools, supplies, and products may be used provided printed MSDS papers are supplied for any chemicals. Chemicals must be pre-approved by the college's General Manager or Director of Education.

A practical orientation with a Proctor is required prior to taking the practical exam. The purpose of the orientation is to acquaint the student with the facility, discuss policies and expectations of the exam, and for the student to ask any questions he/she may have. The practical orientation is approximately 1 hour in length and must be scheduled by appointment only.

If a student fails to pass the practical exam, the Proctor will provide explanation for the results. He/she may at that time enroll at a daily rate for refresher training purposes. The contracted enrollment for refresher training will include documented expectations and an estimated number of days or operations necessary to be declared practical exam ready.

Taking the Written Exam

Hair Design:
100 multiple choice questions
Duration of test is approximately 1-1½ hours
Source: Milady's Standard Cosmetology 2008, 1st Edition

Nail Technology:
100 multiple choice questions
Duration of test is approximately 1-1½ hours
Source: Milady's Nail Technology 6th Edition

Esthetics :
100 multiple choice questions
Duration of test is approximately 1-1½ hours
Source: Milady's Standard Esthetics: Fundamentals 10th Edition

Oregon Law:
75 multiple choice questions
Duration of test is approximately 1 hour
Source: http://www.oregon.gov/OHLA/COS/COSlaws_rules.shtml

Refer to the "Cost of Training" section for current pricing. The cost of the written exam includes one retake if necessary. Retakes of the exam beyond the one included retake, require payment of an additional exam fee. All retakes may not be taken within one calendar week of each other.

States Other than Oregon and Other Countries
If you are licensed in another state or country you must contact the State of Oregon. The state will review your education, licensure and license status in your home state or country and make a recommendation as to how you need to proceed. After contacting the state it is best if you get a letter stating what you need to do to get a certificate in Oregon.

Oregon Health Licensing Agency
700 Summer Street NE Suite 320
Salem, Oregon 97301-1237
Phone: 503-378-8667
Fax: 503-370-9004
Email: ohla.info@state.or.us

CCCU GRADUATE REFRESHER TRAINING
Graduates of College of Cosmetology Careers Unlimited have the privilege of re-entering school for the graduated program at a discounted rate. Refer to the Cost of Training section for the current price. This refresher training is for the purpose of improving skills in the licensed area. Graduates may also be interested in attending special classes and guest artist sessions covering new products and techniques.

REFRESHER TRAINING
Refresher training is available for individuals who are already certified. This is helpful to individuals who have had a lapse in practice, however, have maintained active certification.

Training can be provided for any of the programs offered at College of C.C.U. at a daily rate charge. Refer to the Cost of Training section for the current price. The daily rate allows instruction during the college's usual business hours. Attendance must be arranged in advance with the Director of Education.

Students are to provide their own tools and manikins for training. Some tools may be available for use while onsite at the college during training, however, there is no guarantee of availability. Manikins may be purchased through College C.C.U. while actively training.

The daily charge for instruction includes use of the college's supplies. Only chemicals provided by College C.C.U. may be used, unless other arrangements are made with the Director of Education and printed MSDS sheets are provided.

All safety, sanitation, disinfection, Oregon Law, and College C.C.U. policies and procedures must be upheld during training.

BOOK RENTAL
Text and study workbooks for any program provided by College of C.C.U may be rented for a fee and refundable deposit. See 'Cost of Training' section in this catalog for current pricing. This service is beneficial to those needing to study for recertification or refresh their knowledge. Length of time for rental is negotiated as part of the rental agreement.