Cosmetology Crossover Course of Study

Cosmetology Crossover Course of Study

1. Course Title – Cosmetology Crossover - 300 hours
   1. The course is taught in the English language.
2. Description of Course
   1. The purpose of the Cosmetology course is to:
      1. Train students with barber license to the skills of cosmetology
      2. Train students in theory in preparation for the job.
      3. Train students in proper working habits in respect to sanitation, health and safety.
      4. Encourage self-reliance, initiative, professional ethics, leadership and teamwork.
3. Performance Objectives
   1. The degree of skill and knowledge to be achieved is such that the student, upon completion of the required hours, may enter into the Barber field with skill, speed and knowledge.
      1. Develop good habits of performing properly in the interest of safety and hygiene for one’s self and others.
      2. Conduct each technical job assigned in an orderly and professional manner.
      3. Learn to select wisely, care for and use correctly commercial products related to the application of cosmetology treatments.
      4. Be encouraged to keep abreast of all new and unique developments in the practice of Cosmetology.
      5. Become aware of the importance of establishing methodical habits of performance.
      6. Prepare for the State Board examinations in order to obtain a license to practice all phases of the Cosmetology profession.
4. Course Format
   1. Lecture
   2. Demonstration
   3. Audio-visual materials
   4. Illustrations
   5. Written and practical examinations
5. Evaluation Procedures
   1. Testing in both theory and practical
   2. Testing after each subject
   3. Practical evaluation sheets
   4. Final examinations both in theory and practical at the end of course and before graduation
6. Required Level of Achievement
   1. Students must maintain a 70% average in Theory.
   2. Students must maintain a "C" average on all practical procedures.  (Please refer to the Satisfactory Progress Policy for additional requirements.)
7. Text books
   1. Milady Standard Foundations & Cosmetology eBooks
   2. Texas Barbering and Cosmetology Laws & Rules Handbook
8. Content of Course                                                                                                          
   1. Orientation (Theory)                                                                                       2 Hours (1 hour max by Distance Ed)
      1. School Rules and Regulations
      2. History of Barbering (1 hour)
      3. Barber Rules and Regulations (1 hour)
   2. Anatomy and Physiology                                                                                1 Hours (1 hour max by Distance Ed)
      1. Review of Anatomy and Physiology
   3. Permanent Waving and Related Theory                                                        50 Hours (25 hours max by Distance Ed)
      1. Product Knowledge, Use, and Safety
      2. Selecting Correct Perm
      3. Analysis of Hair and Scalp
      4. Section and Wrapping
      5. Alkaline vs. Acid
      6. Relaxers-Thio and Sodium Hydroxide
      7. Practical Application of Relaxers
   4. Hair Coloring and Related Theory                                                                  50 Hours (25 hours max by Distance Ed)
      1. Product Knowledge, Use, and Safety
      2. Analysis of Hair and Scalp
      3. Law of Color
      4. Types of Color
      5. Practical Application of Color
   5. Cosmetology and Related Theory                                                                   50 Hours (25 hours max by Distance Ed)
      1. Product Knowledge, Use, and Safety
      2. Skin and Disorders
      3. Superfluous Hair Removal
      4. Eyelash semi-permanent extension and Brow tinting
      5. Practical Application of Esthetician Make-up
   6. Hair Styling and Related Theory                                                                     100 Hours (50 hours max by Distance Ed)
      1. Product Knowledge, Use, and Safety
      2. Line and Design
      3. Pin Curls
      4. Finger Waves
      5. Roller Placement
      6. Style Patterns
      7. Thermal Iron Curling
      8. Blow Drying and Styling
   7. Comb-Outs                                                                                                      47 Hours (23 hours max by Distance Ed)
      1. Hair Styling Techniques
      2. Back Combing/Brushing Techniques
      3. Creative Comb-Outs