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Cosmetology Courses 2007 - 2008

The Cosmetology curriculum teaches the art and science of cosmetology as well as basic business and interpersonal skills. Students learn hair, skin and nail care along with health and safety procedures.

Following are course descriptions. Check the Annual Schedule to plan your schedule.

COSMETOLOGY 101
Theory of Cosmetology 1 (5)
Theory 101 provides cosmetology students an introduction to the study of hair, skin, and nails, their structure, functions, and characteristics, diseases and disorders as well as the care and treatment of a variety of conditions. Special emphasis is placed on principles and methods of sterilization and sanitation. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Mandatory decimal grading.

COSMETOLOGY 102
Theory of Cosmetology 2 (5)
Theory 102 is a course on the processes of hair coloring, permanent waving, and hair straightening services. Detailed information is provided on the concepts, categories and chemistry with special emphasis on safety and procedure. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Mandatory decimal grading.

COSMETOLOGY 103
Theory of Cosmetology 3 (5)
This course provides cosmetology students with a basic background into the chemical theories, processes and product ingredients found in the practice of Cosmetology. Special emphasis on OSHA chemical hazard information and the mechanical operation and functions of electrical equipment used in salons. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Mandatory decimal grading.

COSMETOLOGY 148
Clinical Practice Ia (9)
Students practice basic level cosmetology procedures on clients, fellow students, and mannequins under constant supervision in a class setting. Adherence to in-house procedures, accuracy, timing, safety measures, and sanitation standards. Prerequisites: Admission to the program and permission of instructor. Mandatory decimal grading.

COSMETOLOGY 149
Clinical Practice Iib (4.5)
Students practice basic level cosmetology procedures on clients and mannequins under close supervision in a clinic setting. Adherence to in-house procedures, accuracy, timing, safety measures, and sanitation standards. Students perform a variety of dispensary and reception desk responsibilities. Prerequisites: 2.1 minimum in Cos 148 and permissionof instructor. Mandatory decimal grading.

COSMETOLOGY 150
Clinical Practice IIIc (9)
Students practice basic level cosmetology procedures on clients, fellow students, and mannequins under constant supervision in a class setting. Adherence to in-house procedures, accuracy, timing, safety measures, and sanitation standards. Prerequisites: Admission to the program and permission of instructor. Mandatory decimal grading.

COSMETOLOGY 151
Clinical Practice I (18)
Students practice basic level cosmetology procedures on clients, fellow students, and mannequins under constant supervision in a class setting. Adherence to in-house procedures, accuracy, timing, safety measures, and sanitation standards. Prerequisites: Admission to the program and permission of instructor. Mandatory decimal grading.

COSMETOLOGY 152
Clinical Practice II (10)
Students practice basic level cosmetology procedures on clients and mannequins under close supervision in a clinic setting. Adherence to in-house procedures, accuracy, timing, safety measures, and sanitation standards. Students perform a variety of dispensary and reception desk responsibilities. Prerequisites: 2.1 minimum in Cos 151 and permissionof instructor. Mandatory decimal grading.

COSMETOLOGY 154
Human Relationship Skills (3)
Designed to help students develop self-management skills; learn a system for relating to people in the workplace; build clientele and increase service and retail selling skills. It will provide theory on interpersonal skill development and a laboratory setting for experimentation, role playing and tracking of results. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.

COSMETOLOGY 155
Clinical Practice Ivd (4.5)
Students practice basic level cosmetology procedures on clients and mannequins under close supervision in a clinic setting. Adherence to in-house procedures, accuracy, timing, safety measures, and sanitation standards. Students perform a variety of dispensary and reception desk responsibilities. Prerequisites: 2.1 minimum in Cos 150 and permissionof instructor. Mandatory decimal grading.

COSMETOLOGY 201
Salon Business Operations (5)
Course is designed to give students a basic overview of salon business operations including marketing strategies, financial control, factors affecting salon culture, insurance, business laws and health regulations. Special emphasis placed on examining a variety of salons in the area. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Mandatory decimal grading.

COSMETOLOGY 251
Clinical Practice III (10)
Students practice intermediate level cosmetology procedures on clients and mannequins under moderate supervision in a clinic setting. Adherence to in-house procedures, accuracy, timing, safety measures, and sanitation standards. Students perform a variety of dispensary and reception desk responsibilities. Prerequisites: 2.1 minimum in Cos 151, Cos 152, and permission of instructor. Mandatory decimal grading.

COSMETOLOGY 252
Clinical Practice IV (9)
Students practice intermediate/advanced level cosmetology procedures on clients and mannequins under minimal supervisionn in a clinic setting Adherence to in-house procedures, accuracy, timing, safety measures, and sanitation standards. Students perform a variety of dispensary and reception desk responsibilities. Prerequisites: 2.1 minimum in Cos 151, Cos 152, Cos 251, and permission of instructor. Mandatory decimal grading.

COSMETOLOGY 253
Clinical Practice V (9)
Students practice advanced level cosmetology procedures on clients and mannequins under minimal supervision in a clinic setting. Adherence to in-house procedures, accuracy, timing, safety measures, and sanitation standards. Students perform a variety of dispensary and reception desk responsibilities. Prerequisites: 2.1 minimum in Cos 151, Cos 251,Cos 252, and permission of instructor. Mandatory decimal grading.

COSMETOLOGY 254
Clinical Practice VI (11)
For students unable to complete the program within recommended time frame. Apply theory and advanced procedures by performing services on clients and mannequins under minimal supervision. Adherence to in-house procedures, accuracy, timing, safety measures, and sanitation standards. Prerequisites: 2.1 minimum in Cos 151, 152, 251, 252, 253 and permission of instructor. Mandatory decimal grading.

COSMETOLOGY 260
Advanced Haircutting and Styling (2)
This class is designed to review haircutting fundamentals, help students advance their skills, add new concepts and systems, and select cuts suitable to client features, body types and profiles. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Mandatory decimal grading.

COSMETOLOGY 265
Cosmetology Final Assessment (3)
This course provides students with a theoretical and practical reviewof basic cosmetology services in preparation for in-house theory and practical assessments before applying for state board examinations. Prerequisites: Admission to the program and permission of instructor. Mandatory decimal grading.

COSMETOLOGY 275
Cosmetology Internship (3)
The Cosmetology Internship experience enables a student to apply Cosmetology theory classes to the world of work. Students in coordination with a faculty mentor will develop a learning agreement that defines learning goals, learning activities and outcomes for evaluation. Instructor permission required. Mandatory decimal grading.<@>

COSMETOLOGY 281, 282, 283, 284, 285
Special Topic (1,2,3,4,5)

COSMETOLOGY 290
Cosmetology Instructor Trainee Methods I (5)
Teaching principles and methodologies for licensed cosmetologists wishing to obtain a cosmetology instructor's license. Prerequisite: Cosmetology license and permission. Mandatory decimal grading.

COSMETOLOGY 291
Cos Instructor Trainee Clinic Supervisor I (10)
Clinical teaching and evaluation of practical skills for licensed cosmetologists wishing to obtain a cosmetology instructor's license. Prerequisite: Cosmetology license and permission. Mandatory decimal grading.

COSMETOLOGY 292
Cosmetology Instructor Trainee Methods II (5)
Teaching principles and methodologies for licensed cosmetologist wishing to obtain a cosmetology instructor's license. Prerequisite: Cosmetology license, COS 290 and permission.

COSMETOLOGY 293
Cos Instructor Trainee Clinic Supervisor II (10)
Clinical teaching and evaluation of practical skills for the licensed cosmetologist wishing to obtain a cosmetology instructor's license. Prerequisite: Cosmetology license, COS 291 and permission. Mandatory decimal grading.

COSMETOLOGY 297, 298, 299
Special Project (1,2,3)