Curriculum
Topics
Cosmetology
History and Career Opportunities:
Part II: Health Sciences:
General Anatomy and Physiology
Skin Structure, Growth, and Nutrition
Skin Conditions, Disorders and Diseases
Nail Structure and Growth
Nail Conditions, Disorders and Diseases
Hair and Scalp Properties
Hair and Scalp Conditions, Disorders and Diseases
Part III: Hair Services:
Principles of Hair Design
Scalp Care, Shampooing, and Conditioning
Haircutting
Hairstyling
Braiding and Braid Extensions
Wigs and Hair Additions
Chemical Texture Services
Hair Coloring
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Part IV: Skin Care Services:
Hair Removal
Facials
Makeup
Part V: Nail Services:
Manicuring
Pedicuring
Nail Tips and Wraps
Liquid and Powder Nail Enhancements
Light Cured Gels
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Foundations Topics:
Life Skills
Professional Image
Communicating for Success
The Healthy Professional
Infection Control
Chemistry and Chemical Safety
Electricity and Electrical Safety
Career Planning
On the Job
The Beauty Business
Professional ethics
Income reporting
Licensing/certification requirements
State Law and regulations
Record Keeping
Compensation methods
Business basics
Hair Design
History and Career Opportunities:
Part II: Health Sciences:
General Anatomy and Physiology
Skin Structure, Growth, and Nutrition
Skin Conditions, Disorders and Diseases
Nail Structure and Growth
Nail Conditions, Disorders and Diseases
Hair and Scalp Properties
Hair and Scalp Conditions, Disorders and Diseases
Part III: Hair Services:
Principles of Hair Design
Scalp Care, Shampooing, and Conditioning
Haircutting
Hairstyling
Braiding and Braid Extensions
Wigs and Hair Additions
Chemical Texture Services
Hair Coloring
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Foundations Topics:
Life Skills
Professional Image
Communicating for Success
The Healthy Professional
Infection Control
Chemistry and Chemical Safety
Electricity and Electrical Safety
Career Planning
On the Job
The Beauty Business
Professional ethics
Income reporting
Licensing/certification requirements
State Law and regulations
Record Keeping
Compensation methods
Business basics
Nail Technician
History and Career Opportunities:
General Anatomy and Physiology
Skin Structure, Disorders, and Diseases
Nail Structure, Disorders, and Diseases
Nail Product Chemistry
Manicuring
Pedicuring
Electric Filing
Nail Tips and Forms
Nail Resin Systems
Monomer Liquid and Polymer Powder Nail Enhancements
Gel Nail Enhancements
Nail Art
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Foundations Topics:
Life Skills
Professional Image
Communicating for Success
The Healthy Professional
Infection Control
Chemistry and Chemical Safety
Electricity and Electrical Safety
Career Planning
On the Job
The Beauty Business
Professional ethics
Income reporting
Licensing/certification requirements
State Law and regulations
Record Keeping
Compensation methods
Business basics
Esthetician
Part I:
Career Opportunities and History of Esthetics
Anatomy & Physiology
Physiology and Histology of the Skin
Disorders and Diseases of the Skin
Skin Analysis
Skin Care Products: Chemistry, Ingredients, and Selection
The Treatment Room
Facial Treatments
Facial Massage
Facial Devices and Technology
Hair Removal
Makeup Essentials
Advanced Topics and Treatments
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Foundations Topics:
Life Skills
Professional Image
Communicating for Success
The Healthy Professional
Infection Control
Chemistry and Chemical Safety
Electricity and Electrical Safety
Career Planning
On the Job
The Beauty Business
Professional ethics
Income reporting
Licensing/certification requirements
State Law and regulations
Record Keeping
Compensation methods
Business basics
Instructor
The Professional Educator
Study and Testing Skills
Learner Characteristics and Learning Principles
Methods of Teaching and Learning
Program Development and Lesson Planning
Educational Aids and Technology
Communicating Confidently
Effective Presentations
Classroom Management and Supervision
Challenges to Learning
Assessing Progress and Advising Students
Success Strategies for Students
The Student Salon
Learning is a Laughing Matter
Student Retention
Teams at Work
Employment Preparation and Business Fundamentals
Evaluating Professional Performance
Grading
Students will be evaluated in two ways; academic and attendance. Students are required to maintain both academic grades above 70% as well as an attendance average of 70% or more to be in compliance with the maximum time frame allotment.
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Maximum Time Frame:
Students must complete the educational course or program that is no longer than 150% of the planned course:
Cosmetology (1600 hours):
Part-time (3hr/day): 800 school days
Full-time (6hr/day): 400 school days
Accelerated (9hr/day): 267 school days
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Hair Design (1200 hours):
Part-time (3hr/day): 600 school days
Full-time (6hr/day): 300 school days
Accelerated (9hr/day): 200 school days
Basic Nails (300 hours):
Part-time (3hr/day): 151 school days
Full-time (6hr/day): 76 school days
Accelerated: 51 school days
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Basic Esthetics (600 hours):
Part-time (3hr/day): 300 school days
Full-time (6hr/day): 150 school days
Accelerated (9hr/day): 100 school days
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Students that exceed these maximums will be terminated and will have to reapply for their programs. A maximum of 75% of their completed hours will be accepted at the time of re-enrollment and will require cash payment for any additional hours.