Registration is now open for SCC79!
Since the 1980’s, the Society of Cosmetic Chemists has annually produced a slate of 1–2-day Continuing Education Program (CEP) courses targeted at cosmetics industry professionals interested in enhancing their knowledge of various aspects of cosmetic science. While the educational benefit of these standalone courses has been significant, we are now pleased to announce our latest model of cosmetic science education: the SCC Certificate Program.
Leveraging the SCC's existing CEP course catalog, the SCC Certificate Program promises to offer deeper dives into select subject areas via curated course collections and carefully considered participant pathways through the material. The program utilizes a convenient on-demand course delivery model (online module recordings and quizzes), live instructor Q&A sessions, and optional in-person hands-on laboratory work.
In 2024, the SCC launched its inaugural "Certificate in Skin Care," and is currently preparing for year two of the program. We are also developing additional subject area tracks to be launched in the future.
Program Duration: Fall 205 - Spring 2026
Program Requirements: Participants take three (3) required CEP courses, as well as three (3) elective courses in the subject area of their choice.
Required Course List:
Elective Course Topics - Participants choose three (3):
Course Format: courses are delivered in an online, on-demand format (approximately 6 hours of recorded instruction per course) with quizzes at the end of each module to assist with knowledge retention. There will typically be a live online instructor Q&A session 3-4 weeks after a course's release date. Once a course has been released, participants have 24/7 access to all course recordings and quizzes throughout the remainder of their time in the program. Participants can also attend an optional hands-on lab session for the Cosmetic Formulations course.
Program Certificate: Upon finishing the required allotment of courses and testing, participants will apply what they have learned by submitting a reflection of their experience in the program, after which they will be awarded a certificate of completion.
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with the instructors by asking live questions about the material and learning quality content alongside your peers.
select subject areas with a combination of classroom courses online and in-person, laboratory work, and testing.
your new found knowledge into your every day practices, and bring valuable skills back to your team of cosmetic chemists!