Cosmetology I – Freshmen
Syllabus – 2012-2013
Gloucester County Institute of Technology
Instructor: Mrs. Katie Arnold
E-Mail: karnold@gcecnj.org
Phone:(856) 468-1445 ext.2166
Office Hours: by appointment
Room :104-Homeroom 104-Theory
105 – Lab
st
1 Semester - 8:05 am–9:59 am
2nd Semester - 11:19 am – 1:10pm
COURSE IDENTIFICATION
Course Title:
Cosmetology I
Length of Course:
Two Semesters
Credit Hours:
15
CLASSIFICATION OF INSTRUCTION
Vocational – State Licensure
COURSE OVERVIEW
The Cosmetology I program is the foundation for the Cosmetology education. It will enable
students to comprehend and preform entry level skills. Subject areas covered
are; Orientation/NJ State Board of Cosmetology Rules and Regulations, Braiding, Infection
Control, Fingerwaves, History and Opportunities, Life Skills, Pincurls, Properties of the Hair and
scalp, Rollers, Shampooing, Rinsing, and Conditioning, Communicating for Success,
Professional Image, Nail Structure and Growth, Manicuring and Pedicuring, and Superfluous
Hair Removal. and related Theories. Safety, sanitation, and professionalism are integrated in this
course of study. Students will spend half of their class time in the theory classroom and the
remainder of the class time will be in a clinical setting for practical skills.
TEXTBOOK
Milady’s Standard Cosmetology; Milady-Delmar Thompson Learning Inc. - 2008
COURSE OBJECTIVES
 Orientation/NJ State Board of Cosmetology Rules and Regulations
The students will be able to:
1. Understand that it is necessary to comply with both school and State Board of
Cosmetology rules and regulations.
2. Know the legal aspects of education and licensing requirements.
3. Be able to follow the State Board of cosmetology regulations.
 Infection Control
The students will be able to:
1. Understand the three levels of decontamination.
2. Know the various types and classifications of bacteria.
3. Practice universal precautions to protect themselves and their clients.

Hairstyling- Braiding, Fingerwaves,Pinculs, Rollers
The students will be able to:
1. Understand natural hairstyling and perform various braiding techniques.
2. Demonstrate fingerwaving by shaping and directing the hair into S patterns through the
use of fingers, combs and waving lotions.
3. Know that pincurls serve as the basic for patterns, lines, waves, curls, and rolls that are
used in a wide range of hairstyles.
4. Understand roller theory and demonstrate roller sets with various bases and degrees of
volume.
 History and Opportunities / Life Skills
The students will be able to:
1. List career opportunities available in the field of cosmetology.
2. Recognize how the field of cosmetology has evolved over the centuries as one of oldest
professions in the world.
3. Understand the basic principles that contribute to your personal and professional success.
4. Understand all necessary concepts of self-management.
 Properties of the Hair and Scalp
The students will be able to:
1. Understand the composition and structure of the hair and growth process.
2. Recognize hair and scalp disorders commonly seen in the salon and school and know
which types can be treated by the cosmetologist.
3. List the factors that should be considered in a hair analysis.
 Shampooing, Rinsing, and Conditioning
The students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate proper shampoo, scalp manipulations, and conditioning treatments as part of
a shampoo service.
2. Know the benefits and uses of the various types of shampoos, rinses, and conditioners.
3. Understand the importance of PH when selecting an appropriate shampoo for a client.
 CHEMICAL TEXTURE SERVICES/PERMANENT WAVING
1. Explain the chemical and physical action that takes place during a permanent wave.
2. Describe the effect of various sizes and types of permanent waving tools.
3. Define the different chemicals specific of permanent waving solutions and neutralizers.
4. Explain the relationship of hair porosity, elasticity, texture, length, and density for the
permanent wave process.
5. Explain the importance of a hair and scalp analysis for the client’s safety and satisfaction.
6. Explain and demonstrate basic sectioning, blocking, and wrapping techniques for various
permanent waving procedures.
7. Know the various types of bonds and how they are affected during the permanent waving
process.
8. Demonstrate how to safely apply various chemical solutions used in the permanent waving
process.

THERMAL PRESSING/CURLING
The students will be able to:
1. Identify the specific implements used for thermal pressing and curling.
2. Demonstrate how to test the temperature of a heated pressing comb or iron.
3. Determine the difference between a soft and hard thermal press.
4. Produce a figure 6, 8, and barrel curl when using a marcel or electric curling iron.
5. Determine the need for pre-conditioning treatments prior to thermal styling.
6. Follow safety procedures when working with thermal irons, pressing combs and
.
electric pressing stoves.
 PRINCIPLES OF HAIRCUTTING
The students will be able to:
1. Identify and describe the implements used in haircutting.
2. Know why reference points are important when establishing design lines.
3. Explain and demonstrate the geometric angles used in haircutting.
4. Define the various terms used in haircutting.
5. Know the basic holding and cutting positions.
6. Know how to complete the four basic haircuts using correct angles, guidelines, and elevation.
7. Follow safety and sanitation procedures when using haircutting implements.
 BLOW-DRY STYLING
The students will be able to:
1. Identify tools used in blow-dry styling.
2. Understand that blow dry styling is the technique of drying and styling damp hair in one
operation.
3. Identify the various types of styling products used in blow dry styling.
4. Demonstrate the correct selection of styling brushes for the texture, length, and styling needs
of the hair.
5. Know how to direct the flow of air away from the clients scalp to prevent burns.
 ANATOMY OF THE SKIN/DISEASES AND DISORDERS
The students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the skins structure and function.
2. Identify the skin diseases and disorders that are treatable by the Cosmetologist and those
that are not.
3. Describe the aging process and the factors that influence aging of the skin.
4. Identify and describe the composition of the skin’s layers.
5. Identify the sebaceous and sudoriferous glands of the skin and know their functions.
6. Know why it is important to have a safe environment when working on the skin to prevent the
spread of infectious and contagious diseases.
 FACIALS/ MASSAGE/CHEMISTRY OF SKIN CARE PRODUCTS
The students will be able to:
1. Know the five categories of skin care products; cleansing, exfoliants, moisturizers, intensive
care products, treatment and massage creams.
2. Demonstrate and know the proper procedures for giving a basic facial.
3. Describe the five massage movements and list their benefits for the face, scalp, foot, arm
and hand.
4. List and describe the various types of electrical currents used in facial treatments and the
safety precautions that must be followed when working with them.
5. Follow proper safety precautions necessary when performing various types of facial
procedures.
 CREATIVE UP-DO STYLING
The students will be able to:
1. Understand that an up-do is a hairstyle in which the hair is arranged up and off the shoulders.
2. Understand that an up-do hairstyle is secured with implements such as hair pins, bobby pins,
and elastic bands.
3. Demonstrate how to use styling products to enhance the desired look during an up-do styling
service.
4. Know and follow the safety precautions involved in up-do styling.
COURSE GOALS
1. Students will acquire knowledge and skill in the above noted service areas.
2. Students will learn related theory in the above noted service areas.
3. Develop communication and teamwork skills through cooperative learning techniques.
4. Satisfy New Jersey core course proficiencies and subject area content.
5. Satisfy the New Jersey State Board of Cosmetology license requirements.
6. Become aware of various career possibilities in the field of cosmetology.
7. Prepare students to work in an entry-level cosmetology position.
COURSE POLICIES
 Students will come to class prepared.
 Students are required to follow all rules and regulations as stated in the GCIT handbook.
 Students are required to wear a smock and white athletic shoes or professional footwear
for clinical work.
 Students will not be allowed to work in the clinic without proper uniform.
 Students will be assigned a textbook and 2 workbooks. These books must be covered
and not defaced.
 Students are responsible to replace any lost or stolen textbooks/wookbooks.
 Students are required to have a three inch three ring binder, paper, dividers, pens, pencils,
highlighters, index cards, sheers and personal manikin from kit for haircutting.
 Students are responsible for application requirements and fees as required by the
State Board of Cosmetology for Licensing.
GRADING POLICY
 Students will be graded on practical skills (hands-on), homework, test and quizzes and a
final exam given at the end of each marking period.
 25% for practical
 25% for homework
 25% for test and quizzes
 25% for the final exam
 Excellent attendance is essential to the successful completion of the cosmetology
program.
 Note if a student is absent a zero will be given for clinical skills each day absent
 Proper coverage and footwear is for the students’ protection and safety. If you do not
have required footwear or lose assigned smock, penalties will be assessed.
 Homework is worth 100% on the day it is due, worth 75% on day two, 50 % on day
three, and zero after day three.
 Students are responsible to make up any missed school work when absent.
 All missed tests are to be made up in a timely manner.
ASSIGNMENTS
 Class assignments will be listed on the homeroom white board and reinforced verbally.
 Assignments will be from MiLady Theory and Practical Workbooks and MiLady
textbook.
SOPHOMORE CLASS INSENTIVES
Typically sophomore students attend a school board approved industry hair show.
Students are responsible to pay for any fees related to the trip not covered by the school
board.
Students will not be able to participate if they do not meet the following guidelines.
 Violation of any rules and regulations as stated in the GCIT handbook.
 Students must maintain a homework average grade of 75% or above. Homework is
assigned weekly and will be graded as stated in the grading policy.
 Students must maintain a practical average grade of 75% or above. Practical grade is
related to attendance, completion of hands on assignments, and following rules as stated
in the grading policy.