Online Certificate in Hygienic Manufacturing of Cosmetic Products
The significance of this program is that it will produce trained professionals in both cosmetic science and hygienic manufacturing.
Hygienic Manufacturing of Cosmetic Products Graduate Certificate Highlights
High Quality Education
This program provides specialized training in cosmetic formulation science, preservation, and hygienic manufacturing practices, with a strong foundation in plant engineering. Designed for cosmetic chemists and manufacturing professionals, it equips learners to proactively identify and mitigate microbial contamination risks, ensuring the production of safe, high-quality cosmetic products.
Industry leaders, through the Personal Care Products Council (PCPC), have identified hygienic manufacturing as a critical and growing challenge as manufacturers shift toward more natural ingredients and less robust preservative systems. These changes have increased the risk of contamination, product loss, and costly plant remediation. In response to this workforce gap, PCPC partnered with the University of Cincinnati to develop the Hygienic Manufacturing of Cosmetic Products Graduate Certificate, preparing professionals to meet today’s evolving industry demands.
Flexibility
- 100% online
- Start in the fall, spring, or summer semester
- This certificate is complementary to the existing programs. Key manufacturing elements, especially the hygienic aspects, are covered with two new Hygienic Manufacturing courses.
- Credits from this certificate can be applied toward the Master of Science program.
Support from Application through Graduation
At UC, you’ll have a full support team behind you:
Enrollment Services Advisor: Your go-to resource during the application process
Student Success Coordinator: Helping you prepare for classes and stay on track
Access to Resources: Access to university resources that will support you through your program including online learning expectations and resources, health and wellness resources, and academic support
The Hygienic Manufacturing of Cosmetic Products Graduate Certificate program provides training in cosmetic formulation science including preservation science along with relevant plant engineering and hygienic manufacturing. Thus, plant engineers with cosmetic science backgrounds and cosmetic formulation chemists with manufacturing backgrounds can begin to address potential microbial contamination issues and ensure the production of hygienic products.
Prerequisites
- A U.S. bachelors degree from a regionally accredited college or university or an equivalent degree from a foreign country in the field of science such as chemistry, chemical engineering, biology, or similar field
- A grade-point average (GPA) of at least 3.00 or foreign equivalent
- At least one semester of undergraduate course work in organic chemistry and calculus
- For international students, a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) of at least 90 (internet-based) or 235 (computer-based), or a Duolingo English Test of at least 110 is accepted.
- GRE is not required for the graduate certificate
Complete the online application and submit the application fee.
Standard Application Fees:
- $65.00 for domestic applicants to most degree programs
- $70.00 for international applicants to most degree programs
- $20.00 for domestic applicants to Graduate Certificates
- $25.00 for international applicants to Graduate Certificates
- Application fees for UC Online programs are waived through Fall 2026 for all applicants who apply by July 1, 2026
- Fee waivers are automatically applied for applicants who:
- Are currently serving in the US armed forces
- Are veterans of the US armed forces
You can find more information here. Applications are accepted continuously throughout the year. Please review and submit the following materials:
All applicants are required to upload unofficial transcripts during the application process, showing all undergraduate and graduate course work completed, including degrees granted and dates of conferral.
Official transcripts are not required until the student has received and accepted an offer of admission from the university. Once the offer has been confirmed, the student must submit official transcripts.
Students who have received degrees from the University of Cincinnati do not need to submit official paper copies of their UC transcripts.
For questions regarding international students, contact an Enrollment Services Advisor.
Transcripts can be submitted electronically or by mail. To see if your transcript(s) can be ordered electronically, visit the links below and search for your previous school(s).
- Parchment
- Please select “University of Cincinnati – Main Campus” as the recipient of your transcript.
- National Student Clearinghouse
- Please have your transcript sent directly to admissions@uc.edu.
If you do not see your past school(s) listed on either site, please contact the school(s) directly. Then, mail your sealed, unopened, official transcripts to:
Please mail sealed, unopened, official transcripts to:
University of Cincinnati
Office of Admissions
PO Box 210091
Cincinnati, Ohio 45221-0091
Two letters of reference are required.
References should come from individuals who can attest to your academic and professional skills. Letters of recommendation from family, friends, current students, politicians, or clergy are not accepted.
A professional and current resume.
Two paragraphs: why this program and how will use this degree in your career.
| Term | Application Deadline | Classes Start |
|---|---|---|
Summer 2026 Fall 2026 |
April 1, 2026 July 15, 2026 |
May 11, 2026 August 24, 2026 |
The University of Cincinnati's online course fees differ depending on the program. On average, students will accrue fewer fees than students attending on-campus classes.
The one fee applied across all UC Online programs is the distance learning fee. Students living outside the state of Ohio must also pay an additional “non-resident” fee to enroll in courses at UC Online. This fee is lower than the out-of-state fee for traditional on-campus programs.
To view tuition information and program costs, visit the Online Program Fees page.
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