SYLLABUS FOR
Esthetician
INSTRUCTOR: Angie Davis
OFFICE PHONE: 405-643-3223
Email: adavis@caddokiowa.com
Course Description:
Would you like to operate a full-service interactive salon? Would you like to use your individual
creativity to provide a wide range of artistic hair, nail and skincare services? If you answered
yes, then you will enjoy becoming a professional cosmetologist using advanced techniques in
preparation for state licensure.
Instructional Philosophy:
The cosmetology program is based on the mastery learning style. It is a self-paced program
designed for the individual student. The student completing the course will possess the
knowledge to apply for state licensure. This course instruction will be heavily shop and
application based with lecture and demonstration. Students will work in teams to complete
several projects that will enable them to learn how to plan and work in teams. Assignments will
require students to draw upon academic skills in mathematics, science and public
communication.
Course Standards:
Students will demonstrate knowledge and skills objectives in the following areas:
1. Skin Care History & Opportunities:
a. Describe cosmetic and skin care practice of early cultures
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b. Discuss the changes in skin care and grooming in the 20 century
c. Name and describe the career options available to licensed estheticians
d. Explain the development of esthetics as a distinct specialized profession
e. Meets standards of Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology
2. Your Professional Image:
a. List the basic habits of daily personal hygiene
b. List the characteristics of a healthy, positive attitude
c. Demonstrate proper standing and sitting posture
d. Explain the attributes of a strong work ethics
e. Define ethics
f. List the most effective time management techniques
3. Discuss the body’s system (cells, tissues, organs, muscular structures, nerves, circulatory
system, lymph circulation, and blood flow.)
4. Describe the structure and composition of the skin.
5. Explain the importance of skin to bodily health, sensations of pressure, touch, temperature, and
pain.
6. Explain dermatology terms related to skin condition and lesions.
7. Explain disorders and diseases.
8. Literacy: Read, comprehend and synthesize information from a wide range of sources
within the Cosmetology field. Write and speak clearly using the language of the field to
communicate effectively of audiences.
• Books
• Web Pages
• Journals
• Technical Manuals
9. Numeracy: demonstrate mathematical reasoning and numeracy skills, mathematic
procedures and an understanding of major mathematical concepts that underline the
career field.
10. Science: Apply an understanding of scientific principles in the cosmetology field.
11. 21st Century Skills: Critical Thinking, work in teams to effectively complete projects,
Problem Solving, Initiative, Self-direction, Prioritize, plan and manage work to achieve
intended results, Productively & Accountability.
Job Description:
Be able to endure long hours standing on your feet.
Social Skills
Have an aesthetic sense
Career Ready Certificates
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There will be a competency test at the end of instruction consisting of 60 multiple choice
questions. This test will be given in the student services testing lab. A state competency
certificate will be given when the student passes with 70% or higher.
Students are expected to work toward Work Keys certification. Students will participate
in Career Ready 101 through the student services testing center.
Opportunities for Advanced Learning
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Students willing to go above and beyond classroom expectations may request advanced
learning opportunities from their instructor.
Major Projects and Assignments:
1. Demonstrate good grooming principles
2. Your Professional Image:
a. Demonstrate proper standing and sitting posture
3. Demonstrate the lifting of blackheads and whiteheads.
Weekly Grading Method: Each week the student will receive a weekly grade. The purpose of
the weekly grade is to determine and develop the student’s attitude toward the world of work. A
dependable employee would be expected to be at work on tike prepared to perform daily tasks to
the best of their ability. Unexcused absences and class tardiness will result in a lowering of the
weekly grade.
Each week’s grade is worth 100 points which is broken down into the following scale:
□Accountability
□Critical Thinking
√ I Was On Time √ I Came Prepared √ Limit Absences
√ Analyze Information and Elements of Problems
□Initiative/Self Direction √ Completed all Homework Assignments on Time
□Problem Solving √ Demonstrated Commitment to Learning
□Collaboration/Teamwork √ Worked Well with Fellow Students
□Leadership √ Professional Dress √ Professional Behavior
□Productivity √ No Cell Phone Use During Class
□Cooperation √ Participated in Class Discussion and Class Procedures
□Communication √ Complete All Written Assignments/Lab-Shop Activities
□Job Skills √ I Am More Prepared Today Than Yesterday for Future Employment
Distribution of Grading Components
Grades are determined by dividing the points earned by the total number of points possible for
each grade category. Each category is a percentage of the total points for the grading period as
follows:
Journals/Lab
50%
Test
50%
Description of Grading and Quality Work
A
90-100%
Consistently demonstrates an advanced level of quality. Shows
mastery in evaluating, synthesizing and applying the appropriate
applications to solve the problem at hand. ALL components of the
work are complete.
B
80-89%
Consistently demonstrates an above average level of quality.
Characterized by analysis and application of the problem at hand.
Most (80% or more) of the components of the work are complete.
C
70-79%
Demonstrates proficient level of quality. Shows recognition and
comprehension of the problem at hand. Some (70-79%) of the
components of the work are complete.
D
60-69%
Demonstrates a basic level of quality. Shows limited understanding
or comprehension of application software. Several (60%) of the work
may not be incomplete or poor quality.
F
Below
60%
Demonstrates a below basic level of quality. Shows little or no
understanding or comprehension of problem at hand. Many (below
60%) components of the work may be complete or poor quality.
Redo/Rework Policy
Student assessment will be based on group work, individual completion of laboratory projects
and test of student’s knowledge. If necessary, students will be given more than one opportunity
to complete assignments to meet course standards.
Late or Missing Work
Make up work will be on a case by case basis after discussion with instructor.
Extra Help
Extra help can be received in the classroom if request by student or may be suggested by teacher.
Students making a C or lower will have a plan of action for improvement. Parents will be
involved in the improvement process.
Behavior
All students are to do their own work. When using other’s material, proper credit will be given.
Students are expected to treat others and their classroom equipment with respect.
Attendance Policy
CKTC is committed to providing the knowledge and skills training which prepares our students
for both entering the workplace and continuing their education. Class attendance is essential for
students to realize their fullest potential from their educational efforts. Students who are
habitually absent or arrive late will miss the heart of the course and will not be prepared for the
workplace or college.
For successful career major completion, students must be in attendance ninety percent (90%) of
his/her scheduled hours per semester. Violation of the attendance policy will result in suspension
from school for the balance of the semester.
This policy applies to both high school and adult students enrolled in career majors at CKTC,
unless the Board of Education has designated a more stringent attendance policy for a specific
career major due to the educational requirements of that specific career field.
Three times tardy equals one absence. Arriving more than 30 minutes late is an absence; leaving
more than 30 minutes early is an absence.
Pathway to Career/Further Study Ready
After completing this career major, students may enter the workforce in an entry level position. The next
step for further study will be Workforce or College to complete a Associate of Applied Science degree in
Cosmetology.
Required Competency Test
State Board of Cosmetology Licensure
Curriculum Resources:
Milady from Cengage
Student Signature
Parent Signature
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