COSMETOLOGY COURSE PROFILE
1500 Hours
WELCOME TO COSMETOLOGY!
Cosmetology Instructor
Room 901
Class Meeting Times: Year 3 and 4
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Dianne Martin
diannemartin@newportrischools.org
401-847-6532 x2901
www.npsri.net
8:47am-9:55am
Year 1 and 2
11:36am or 12:52pm
Program Description: The primary purpose of this cosmetology course is to train and prepare
the student in the basic manipulative skills, safety judgments, work-readiness habits,
communication skills and desirable attitudes necessary to obtain licensure and for competency
in entry-level positions in cosmetology or related fields.
Objectives: Upon completion of the course requirements, the determined graduate will be able
to: 1. Project a positive attitude and a sense of personal integrity and self-confidence
2. Practice effective communication skills
3. Respect the need to deliver worthy service for value received in an employer/employee
relationship
4. Perform basic manipulative skills in the areas of hairstyling and shaping, hair coloring,
texture services, scalp and hair conditioning, skin and make-up, and manicure/pedicure
procedures
5. Apply learned theory, SAFETY, technical information and related matter to assure sound
judgments, decisions, and procedures
To ensure continued career success, the students will continue to learn new and current
information related to skills, trends and methods for career development in cosmetology and
related fields.
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References: Milady’s Standard Textbook of Cosmetology and Workbook plus a comprehensive
library of references, periodicals, books, and audio/video/DVD are available to support the
course of study and supplement student training.
Format: The practical education is provided through a sequential set of learning steps that
address specific tasks essential for preparation for state board examination, graduation and
entry level job skills. Clinic equipment, implements and products are comparable to those used
in the industry. Every student is instructed as to the usefulness of the creative and productive
career activities. The course is presented through lessons that reflect educational methods
presented by lectures, demonstration s, student practice, guest speakers, math related problem
solving and research/writing projects.
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Grading Scale: Students are assigned theory and practical experiences required to complete
course. Theory is assessed after each unit of study along with continued evaluation of the
practical assignments that mirror standards established by the national and state licensing
boards and Cosmetology Skills Competency Evaluation Criteria. Students must maintain grade
average of 70% in order to sit for board exam. Students must make up any missed written or
test assignments.
Classroom/Theory/Written Work (35%)
Work Readiness /Books/Uniform (25%)
Lab Activities
(40%)
Final end of term grading on report cards will read
Mid-term grading will read 4/3/2/1
GRADES 100-97 A+
89-87 B+
79-77
96-93 A
86-83 B
76-73
92-90 A82-80 B72-70
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A/B/C/D/F
C+
C
C-
69-65 D+
Effort D
F Below 65 with little Effort
Our Classroom Rules: 1. Be on time and seated at your assigned desk 5 mins. After late bell
2. Put all book bags, cell phones, IPods and coats in your class closet
3. *WEAR your lab coat and closed shoes everyday and at all times This
Is a state LAW!
4. Absolutely NO GUM CHEWING, food or drinks!
5. Raise your hand when you would like to speak
6. Clean up after yourself
7. Be a team player
8. All students must help clean the lab daily (see job sheets)
9. ALL other school rules apply (see student handbook)
10. All books, workbooks, notebooks and other learning tools must be in
class everyday!
* ALL clothing should reflect professional attire (NO pajamas, slippers,
flip-flops. (State Board regulations require Lab Coat and closed shoes)
Your grade will reflect your professionalism, practical and theory work
Homework: Homework will be assigned as needed. Student are given ample time to complete
workbook and all other assignments in class. Students are expected to be responsible for test
preparation. When absent it is your responsibility to seek out missed assignments.
Student signature _____________________________
Parent/Guardian signature ____________________________
COSMETOLOGY COURSE SYLLABUS
Course Title:
Instructor:
Cosmetology One
Dianne Martin
diannemartin@npsri.net 847-6235 x2091
Milady’s Standard Cosmetology
Brown Book 2008
Term 1: Reading, vocabulary, journal writing and testing
Introduction
Chapter 1 History and Career Opportunities
Chapter 2 Life Skills
Chapter 3 Your Professional Image
Chapter 4 Communicating for Success
Chapter 5 Infection Control
All practical work will reflect chapter vocabulary, writing and reading assignments
Term 2: Reading, vocabulary, journal writing and written tests
Chapter 13 Draping, Shampooing and Conditioning
Chapter 15 Hairstyling
Chapter 16 Braiding
Chapter 12 Principles of Hair Design
All practical work will reflect chapter vocabulary, writing and reading assignments
Term 3:
Reading, vocabulary, journal writing and written tests
Chapter 14 Haircutting
Chapter 21 Hair Removal
Chapter 22 Facials and Massage
Chapter 23 Make-up
Chapter 25&26 Manicure and Pedicure
All practical work will reflect chapter vocabulary, writing and reading assignments
Term 4:
Reading, vocabulary, journal writing and written tests
Chapter 18 Chemical Texture Services
All Practical work will reflect chapter vocabulary, and reading assignments
There will be an end of year final exam group project (all students must participate)
Students also have final practical benchmark assessments on all or some of the practical
assignments
COSMETOLOGY COURSE SYLLABUS
Course Title:
Instructor:
Cosmetology Two
Dianne Martin
diannemartin@npsri.net 847-6235 x2901
Milady’s Standard Cosmetology
Blue Book
2012
Term 1: Read, review and re-test all vocabulary for chapters 1-5
Chapter 20 Chemical Texture Services
All past practical work will be reviewed and practical benchmarks will be assessed
Written assessments for all year 2 students include: weekly math assignments, daily journal
writing, self-assessments, term-papers and new chapter testing
Term 2: Reading, vocabulary, journal writing, math, term-paper and testing
Chapter 16 Braiding and Extensions
Chapter 17 Wigs and Enhancements
Term Project
All practical work will reflect chapter vocabulary and assignments
Term 3: Reading, vocabulary, journal writing, math, term-paper and testing
Chapters Review 12-16
Chapters Review 25& 26
Term Project
Term 4:
Reading, vocabulary, journal writing, math, vocabulary testing, term-paper and final
Chapters Review 21-23
All practical work will reflect chapter vocabulary and assignments
End of year final exam will be multiple choice assessment
Students will also perform practical benchmark final
COSMETOLOGY COURSE SYLLABUS
Course Title:
Instructor:
Cosmetology 3 Advanced /Cosmetology Science
Dianne Martin
diannemartin@npsri.net 847-6235 x2901
Blue Book 2012
Term 1: Cosmetology 3 will follow all chapter review along with cosmetology 2
Reading, vocabulary, math, self-assessment, term paper, practical, clinic and State
Board
Chapters 1-5 and 20 Chemical Texture Services Review
Chapter 12 Basics of Chemistry
Chapter 21 Hair Coloring
Self-assessment
Term Project: Color Binder
Start collecting photos for portfolio
Term 2: Reading, vocabulary, math, self-assessment, term paper, practical, clinic and SKILLS USA
Chapter 13 Basics of Electricity
Chapter 6 Anatomy
Chapter 11 Properties of Hair and Scalp
Self-assessment
Senior Project
Working on portfolio, cover letter, resume, more photos
Term 3: Reading, vocabulary, math, self-assessment, practical, clinic
Chapters 7&8 Skin Structure and Growth and Disorders
Chapters9&10 Nail Structure, Growth and Disorders
Chapters 27, 28 and 29 Advanced Nail Techniques
Self-assessment
Exit Portfolio FINISHED!
Term 4: Reading, vocabulary, math, last self-assessment, practical, clinic and job hunting
STATE BOARD PRACTICAL EXAM
Chapters: 32 Read and workbook and test
Final project: Opening Your Own Salon
COSMETOLOGY COUSE SYLLABUS