COSMETOLOGY PROGRAM OUTLINE
Program Name:
Cosmetology
Program Description:
The 1500-hour cosmetology program consists of training in such topics as haircutting, styling,
perming, straightening, coloring, hair lightening, scalp treatments and manicuring. The primary
purpose of the program is to train students in both theory and practical skills, which will prepare
them for state licensure and enhance their employment opportunities. The program also provides
information about career opportunities, seeking and obtaining employment and laws and
regulations governing salon operation. The program is particularly directed toward developing
in the student desirable habits and attitudes with respect to health, sanitation and safety and
encourages self-reliance, readiness to assist others, and ethical approach to this profession, as
well as the business and legal aspects of salon operations.
Program Goals:
1.
Students will receive an education in both theory and practical skills and gain
knowledge in all phases of cosmetology.
2.
To prepare students to successfully pass the state board examination.
3.
To prepare students to work in a professional hairstyling salon as a licensed
cosmetologist.
4.
To perform in cosmetology related occupations.
5.
To develop an awareness of their professional responsibilities to both the clients and
employer/employee relationships and effective communications skills.
Program Format: (Instructional Techniques and Methods):
1.
Program outlines and lesson plans
2.
Lectures
3.
Practical demonstrations
4.
Audio-visual materials
5.
Mannequin and live model practical and clinic workshops
6.
Written and practical evaluations
Evaluation Procedures:
1.
Testing in both theory, practical, and clinic areas
2.
Examinations after each unit of the program
3.
Monthly practical/clinic workshops
4.
State Board class
5.
Final examination
Grading Procedures:
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Students are assigned theory study and a minimum number of practical experiences. Theory is
evaluated after each unit of study. Practical assignments are evaluated as completed and counted
toward course completion only when rated as satisfactory. If the performance does not meet
satisfactory requirements, it is not counted and the performance must be repeated. At least two
comprehensive practical skills evaluation will be conducted during the course of study. Practical
skills are evaluated according to text procedures and performance standards established by the
state licensing agency and are set forth in practical skills evaluation criteria adopted by the
school. Students must maintain a theory grade average of 70% and pass a FINAL written and
practical exam prior to graduation. Students must make up failed or missed tests and incomplete
assignments. Numerical grades are considered according to the following scale:
Written and practical
90 - 100 EXCELLENT
80 - 89 VERY GOOD
70 - 79 SATISFACTORY
Anything 69 or below is considered BELOW STANDARDS – UNSATISFACTORY
Required Level of Achievement:
All students are required to maintain at least a 70% grade point average in theory, practical and
clinic subjects. In addition, a minimum grade of 75% must be achieved on the final written
examination in order to be eligible to receive a diploma. (Please refer to the Satisfactory
Progress Policy for additional requirements.)
Texts:
1.
Milady’s Standard Textbook of Cosmetology
2.
Theory and Practical Workbooks
References:
1.
Milady’s Standard Practical Workbook
2.
Milady’s Theory and Practices of Therapeutic Massage Workbook
3.
Milady’s Theory and Practice of Therapeutic Massage Textbook
4.
Milady’s Workbook for the professional Instructor
5.
Milady’s Salon Management for Cosmetology Students
6.
State Exam Review for the Theory and Practice of Therapeutic Massage
7.
Comprehensive Textbook of Foot Surgery
8.
Making Faces
9.
Twist Salon
10.
Trend Vision04 Spring/Summer Journal
11.
1001 Beauty Solutions
12.
The Colorbook Clairol Professional
13.
Forever Young 2004
14.
Milady’s Playing it safe: Milady’s Guide top Decontamination, Sterilizing, and
Personal Protection
15.
Color Guide Infectious Disease
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16.
Salon Ovations Tax and Financial Primer
Program Content
Orientation
A. School Rules and Regulations
5
1. School Policies and Procedures
2. Program Outline
3. Satisfactory Progress
4. Dress Code
5. Drug and Alcohol Awareness Prevention
6. Campus Security Act
7. Grading policy and procedure
B. State Laws and Regulation
1. Purpose
2. Arkansas Department of Health Cosmetology Section
i. Size and composition of Board
ii. Appointment of board members and length of terms
iii.Rules and regulations
Phase 1
C. Classroom Orientation
5
1. History and Opportunities
i. Brief History of Cosmetology
ii. Career Path for a Cosmetologist
iii.A Bright Future
2. Life Skills/Study Skills
5
i. The Psychology of Success
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ii. Managing Your Career
iii.Goal Setting
iv. Time Management
v. Study Skills
vi. Ethics
vii.Personality Development and Attitude
D. Your Professional Image
5
1. Beauty and Wellness
2. Looking Good
3. Your Physical Presentation
E. Infection Control: Principles and Practices
30
1. Regulation
2. Principles of Infection
3. Principles of Prevention
4. Disinfection Procedures
5. Universal Precautions
6. The Professional Salon Image
F. Properties of Hair and Scalp
50
1. Structure of the Hair
2. Chemical Composition of the Hair
3. Hair Analysis
4. Hair Growth
5. Hair Loss
6. Disorders of the Hair
7. Disorders of the Scalp
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G. Shampooing, Rinsing, and Conditioning
10
1. Understanding Shampoo
2. Conditioners
3. Brushing the Hair
4. Scalp Massage
5. Shampoo Procedures
H. Principles of Hair Design
50
1. Philosophy of Design
2. Elements of Hair Design
3. Principles of Hair Design
4. Influence of Hair Type on Hairstyle
5. Creating Harmony between Hairstyle and Facial Structure
6. Designing for Men
7. Client Consultation: Sample Dialogue
I. Hairstyling: Wet
150
1. Client Consultation
2. Wet hairstyling Basics
3. Finger Waving
4. Pin Curls
5. Roller Curls
6. Comb Out Techniques
7. Hair Wrapping
J. Chemical Texture Service: Permanent Waving
25
1. The Structure of Hair
2. The Client Consultation
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3. Permanent Waving
4. Curl Re-formation (Soft Curl Permanent)
K. Haircutting, Part I
25
1. Basic Principles f Haircutting
2. Client Consultation
3. Haircut Terminology
4. Tools, Body Positions, and Safety
5. Blunt Cut
L. Haircoloring, Part I
150
1. Client Consultation
2. Haircolor Application
3. Color Theory
Phase 2
M. Classroom Orientation
5
1. Review of School Policies and Procedures
2. Review of Life Skills and Professional Image
N. Haircoloring, Part II
100
O. Skin Diseases and Disorders
1. Aging of the Skin
2. Disorders of the Skin
3. Avoiding Skin Problems
P. Hair Removal
15
1. Client Consultation
2. Permanent Hair Removal
3. Methods of Temporary Hair Removal
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Q. Facials
20
1. Skin Analysis and Consultation
2. Determining Skin Type
3. Skin Care Products
4. Client Consultation
5. Facial Massage
6. Electrotherapy and Light Therapy
7. Facial Treatment
8. Aromatherapy
R. Hairstyling: Thermal
100
1. Blow-Drying Styling
2. Thermal Hairstyling
3. Thermal Hair Straightening (Hair Pressing)
4. Styling Long Hair
S. Chemical Texture Service: Chemical Hair Relaxer
25
1. Client Consultation
2. Chemical Hair Relaxers
3. The Structure of the Hair
T. Manicuring
25
1. Nail Technology Supplies
2. Choosing a Nail Shape
3. Basic Manicure
4. French and American Manicures
5. Conditioning Oil Manicure
6. Performing a Man’s Manicure
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7. Paraffin Wax Treatment
8. Hand and Arm Massage
9. Spa Manicure
10. Aromatherapy
U. Pedicuring
25
1. Pedicure Tools
2. Performing Pedicures
3. Foot Massage
4. Beyond the Basic Pedicure
V. Braiding and Braid Extensions
25
1. Client Consultation
2. Understanding the Basics
3. Braiding the Hair
W. Haircutting, Part II
45
1. Client Consultation
2. Other Cutting Techniques
3. Clippers and Trimmers
Phase 3
X. Classroom Orientation
5
1. Communicating for Success
i. Human Relations
1. Communication Basics
2. The Client Consultation
3. Special Issues in Communication
4. In-Salon Communication
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2. Review of School Policies and Procedures
Y. General Anatomy and Physiology
40
1. Why Study Anatomy?
2. Cells
3. Tissues
4. Organs and Body Systems
5. The Skeletal System
6. The Muscular System
7. The Nervous System
8. The Circulatory System
9. The Endocrine System
10. The Digestive System
11. The Excretory System
12. The Respiratory System
13. The Integumentary System
Z. Basics of Chemistry
40
1. Chemistry
2. Matter
3. Potential Hydrogen (pH)
AA.Basics of Electricity
40
1. Electricity
2. Electrical Equipment Safety
3. Electotrotherapy
4. Other Electrical Equipment
5. Light Therapy
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BB.Hair Color, Part III
100
CC.Nail Structure and Growth
100
1. The Natural Nail
2. Nail Anatomy
3. Nail Growth
4. Know Your Nails
DD.Nail Diseases and Disorders
20
1. Nail Disorders
2. Nail Diseases
EE.Nail Tips, Wraps, and No Light Gels
10
1. Nail Tips
2. Nail Wraps
3. No Light Gels
FF.
Acrylic (Methacrylate) Nails
20
1. Liquid and Powder Nail Enhancements
2. Acrylic (Methacrylate) Nail Enhancements
3. Maintenance and Removal of Acrylic (Methacrylate)
4. Nail Enhancements
5. Odorless Acrylic (Methacrylate) Products
6. Colored Acrylic (Methcrylate) Powder
GG.UV Gels
20
1. Application of UV Gel Nail Enhancements
2. Maintenance and Removal of UV Gel Nail
3. Enhancements
HH.Wigs and Hair Enhancements
50
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1. The Consultation
2. Wigs
3. Hairpieces
4. Hair Extensions
II. Men’s Hairpieces
25
1. Hairpiece quality
2. Measuring for the Hairpiece
3. Cleaning and Styling Hairpieces
4. Alternatives Hair Restoration Techniques
JJ. Skin Structure and Growth
40
1. Anatomy f the Skin
2. Maintaining Skin Health
KK.Facial Makeup
20
1. Cosmetics for Facial Makeup
2. Makeup Color Theory
3. Basic Makeup Application
4. Special Occasion Makeup
5. Corrective Makeup
6. Artificial Eyelashes
7. Safety Precautions
LL.
Seeking Employment
25
1. Preparing for Licensure
2. Preparing for Employment
3. Doing It Right
MM.On The Job
25
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1. Moving from School to Work
2. Out in the Real World
3. Managing Your Money
4. Discover the Selling You
5. On Your Way
NN.The Salon Business
1.
25
Going into Business for Yourself
2. Operating a Successful Salon
3. Selling in the Salon
Total
1500hrs
Theory instruction includes audiovisual training, lectures, demonstrations, and textbook
assignments. Cosmetology is based and built on the principles taught in these classes. The
principles are tested and perfected by the student in practical classroom activities. Practical
training includes supervised mannequin practice and the performance of services on live models.
Completion of 1500 hours of training is required for graduation. The student will achieve three
levels during this period.
Phase 1:
The first level provides a thorough knowledge of all basic subjects with both
theory and practical instruction. Execution of basics with mannequin training is emphasized.
Following successful completion of practical and theory examination, the student is advanced to
the second level.
Phase 2:
In the second level, the student perfects those basic subjects learned in the first
level, through classroom instruction and practical training on live models. Additional subjects
are also introduced in theory class.
Phase 3:
Following a successful completion of a practical and theory test, the student
proceeds to the third level. Training in speed and efficiency in all subjects is stressed. In
addition, the student is taught advanced hair coloring, salon management and modern techniques
of blow-drying and iron curling. Upon graduation each student will be prepared for the Arkansas
Department of Health, Cosmetology Section.
In addition to our regular classes, we often bring in guest speakers and guest demonstrators who
can offer a variety of knowledge and information to enhance your education. Students are
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encouraged to attend the many hair shows given in the local area to gain from outside
knowledge.
Students are required to complete written examinations, practical evaluations, marketing exams,
requirement sheets, and practical performances prior to graduation.
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