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Cosmetology Pathway
1600 hours
Our 1600-clock-hour cosmetology program combines longstanding methods with the latest techniques to provide our students with the ability to serve all generations. Students will be trained in all aspects of the profession including shampoo, haircutting/styling, perming, braiding, coloring. Manicuring, pedicuring, acrylic tips, sculpted nails, facials, waxing, make up, are also part of our curriculum. Students will also be taught how to start and run a successful business.
Theory (75 hrs)
Orientation
State laws and regulations
Professional image
First aid
Chemistry
Electricity
Job Seeking
Ethics
Sterilization, Sanitation, Bacteriology
(75 hrs)
Related theory and safety
Preparation, procedures, and practices
Products, materials, and implements
Public sanitation
Methods of sanitation and sterilization
Chemical agents
Types and classifications of bacteria
Bacteria growth
Infections
Infection control and safety standards
Shampoo, Rinse, Scalp Treatments
(75 hrs)
Related theory
Anatomy
Physiology
Preparation
Procedures and practice
Products, materials, and implements
Hair analysis
Disorders of the hair and scalp
Hair and scalp treatments
Related chemistry
Client record keeping and safety
Chemical Re-arranging -- Perms & Relaxers
(200 hrs)
Related theory
Anatomy
Physiology
Preparation, procedures, and practice
Products, materials, and implements
Hair analysis and client consultation
Related chemistry
Client record keeping and safety
Hairstyling (150 hrs)
Related theory
Anatomy
Physiology
Preparation, procedures, and practice
Products, materials, and implements
Hair analysis and client consultation
Related chemistry
Wet styling
Blow drying
Finger waving
Air waving
Hair pressing
Hair extensions
Hair weaving
Braiding
Cornrowing
Client consultation and recommendations
Client record keeping and safety
Care of wigs and hair pieces
Hair Coloring - Bleaching (125 hours)
Related theory
Anatomy
Physiology
Preparation procedures and practice
Products, materials, and implements
Hair analysis and client consultation
Related chemistry
Temporary, semi-permanent, and permanent applications Bleaching, tinting, toning, frosting, special effects and problems Client consultation and recommendations
Client record keeping and safety
Hair Cutting (200 hrs)
Related theory
Anatomy
Physiology
Preparation, procedures, and practice
Use of scissors, shears, razors, and clippers
Products, materials and implements
Client consultation and recommendations
Client record-keeping and safety
Facials (175 hrs)
Related theory
Anatomy
Physiology
Preparation procedures and practice
Products, materials and implements
Theory of massage and facial treatments
Makeup application
Electronic appliances, currents, and specialized machines for treatments Artificial eyelashes
Removal of unwanted hair
Eyelash and brow tinting
Light therapy
Client consultation and recommendations
Client record keeping and safety
Manicuring/Pedicuring (175 hrs)
Related Theory
Anatomy
Physiology
Preparation and procedures
Products, materials, and theory of massage
Advanced nail techniques
Client consultation and recommendations
Client record keeping and safety
Required Hands-on Training
7 5 Women's haircuts
25 Men's haircuts
25 Hairstylings
30 Coloring
Chemical texturing: 7 permanent waving and 7 permanent relaxing
Salon Business, Retail Sales (50 hrs)
Related theory
Opening a salon and business plan
Written agreements,
Resume writing, how to build a portfolio, job seeking, interview preparation, professionalism, work ethics
Regulations and laws
Salon operation, policies, practices, personnel, compensation, payroll deductions
Use of telephone, advertising, retail, and salesmanship, client communications, public relations, insurance
Salon safety
Miscellaneous (300 hrs)
To be applied by the Instructor to strengthen student performance in curriculum-related areas or supervised field trips, resume development, interview preparation, and job search skills.