ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
@
ST. JAMES COLLEGIATE
Hairstyling Course Outline
Grade 10A – Introduction to Hairstyling
Learning time: 110 hours
Curriculum content focuses on an introduction to hairstyling. Students are introduced to safety
and sanitation, basic tools and equipment, the operation of a hairstyling salon and the workings
of the hairstyling industry, and introductory hairstyling skills.
Grade 10B – Basic Hairstyling
Learning time: 110 hours
Curriculum content focuses on the properties of the hair and scalp, wet hair styling techniques,
shampoos, conditioners, rinses, and treatments.
Grade 10C – Basic Haircutting and Thermal Styling
Learning time: 110 hours
Curriculum content focuses on anatomy and an introduction to haircutting and thermal styling.
Grade 10D – Related Salon Services
Learning time: 110 hours
Curriculum content focuses on manicures, facials, make-up, superfluous hair removal, sun
tanning, and an introduction to the practical application of perm wrapping and hair colour
techniques.
Grade 11A – Intermediate Haircutting and Barbering Techniques
Learning time: 110 hours
Curriculum content focuses on barbering techniques, and the continued development of
haircutting techniques
Grade 11B – Hair Colouring
Learning time: 110 hours
Curriculum content focuses on an introduction to colour theory and the continued development
of hair colouring.
Grade 11C – Intermediate Hairstyling and Artificial Hair
Learning time: 110 hours
Curriculum content focuses on wigs and hair enhancements and the continued development of
wet and thermal hairstyling techniques.
Grade 11D – Chemical Texture Services
Learning time: 110 hours
Curriculum content focuses on the theory of permanent waving and chemical relaxing, as well
as the practical application of permanent waving.
Grade 12A – Advanced Hairstyling and Colouring
Learning time: 110 hours
Curriculum content focuses on special effects hair colour, corrective colour, as well as advanced
wet and thermal hairstyling techniques.
Grade 12B – Advanced Haircutting and Chemical Texture Services
Learning time: 110 hours
Curriculum content focuses on advanced haircutting and permanent waving techniques, as well
as the practical application of chemical hair relaxers.
Grade 12C – Salon Operation
Learning time: 110 hours
Curriculum content focuses on the business operations of a hair salon, as well as the creation of
a resume and career portfolio
Grade 12D – Certificate Preparation
Learning time: 110 hours
Curriculum content focuses on preparing students to successfully complete their Provincial
Examination.
*Each block of 110 hours represents a credit. There are 12 blocks which equal 12 credits over the
1400 hour requirement. *Could use the remaining 80 hours as a co-op education course, hair
shows, or volunteering at a hair salon.
The student’s evaluation is based on the following criteria:
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3)
4)
Theory Work – tests, worksheets and projects – 20%
Practical Work – mannequin work and clients – 40%
Class Conduct and Professionalism – 10%
Final Exam (theory & practical) – 30%
Texts- Milady Standard Textbook of Cosmetology
Pivot Point International
ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
@
ST. JAMES COLLEGIATE
Hairstyling Course Outline
8682 - Hairstyling Level 1
Senior 1 – Learning time: 110 hours
Student and salon organization
Ethics, hygiene, grooming and communications
Careers
Safety
Bacteriology
Shampooing, treating scalp and hair
Braiding and long hair design
Shaping and directing hair
Trichology, diseases and disorders
8683 –Nail Technology
Senior 1 – Learning time: 110 hours
Manicure
Artificial nails
Nail structure, diseases and disorders
8684 – Skin Care Technology
Senior 2 – Learning time: 110 hours
Skin composition
Make up
Facials, massage
Hair removal
8685 – Hairstyling Level 2
Senior 2 – Learning time: 110 hours
Pincurls
Finger waves
Roller sets
Blow drying techniques
Curling iron techniques
8686 – Permanent Waving/Chemical Relaxing
Senior 2 – Learning time: 110 hours
Permanent wave techniques
Basic wrapping techniques
Brick-lay wrap
Rod to roller transfer
Specialized waving techniques
Straightens/relaxes hair
8687 – Hair shaping
Senior 2 – Learning time: 110 hours
Use and care of shaping instruments
Practical and theoretical applications
Beards and shaving
8688 – Haircolouring / Lightening
Senior 2 – Learning time: 110 hours
Hair colouring techniques
Temporary hair colour
Permanent/Semi-permanent hair colour
Bleaches and Toners
Highlighting Techniques
Tinting beards, moustaches, sideburns
8689 – Hairstyling Level 3
Senior 3 – Learning time: 110 hours
Wigs
Hairpieces
Extensions
Long hair styling
8690 – Related Sciences
Senior 3 - Learning time: 110 hours
Anatomy & Physiology
Histology
Chemistry
pH
Electricity/Light Therapy
8691 – Applied Development & Proficiency
Senior 4 – Learning time: 110 hours
Analysis of personal skills and goals
Oral and Non-verbal communication
Written communication
8692 – Certificate Preparation
Senior 4 – Learning time: 110 hours
Preparation for Provincial Examination
Written assignments
Personal preparation
School examination
8693 – Hairstyling Level 4
Senior 4 – Learning time: 110 hours
Refine practical skills
8694 – Salon Management – Employability Skills
Senior 4 – Learning time: 110 hours
Salon planning
Retail
Receptionist training
Resume writing
Job seeking skills
Each block of 110 hours represents a credit. There are 12 blocks which equal 12 credits
over the 1400 hour requirement.
The student’s evaluation is based on the following criteria:
1)
2)
3)
4)
Theory Work – 20%
Practical Work – 40%
Cosmetology Daily Report – 10%
Final Exam (theory & practical) – 30%
Texts- Milady Standard Textbook of Cosmetology
Pivot Point International