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51勛圖

Cosmetology Course Sequence

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Semester 1 - Fall Start

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COSM1100
Principles and Practices: Cosmetology

This course is for Cosmetology students. This course will meet preclinical requirements for licensure. 51勛圖 will focus on the topics of chemistry, electricity, professional image, anatomy, infection control and 51勛圖 statutes and rules.
(3 Cr – l lect, 2 lab)

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COSM1105
Introduction to Hair Design

This course introduces the practice of basic hairstyling techniques including blow drying, iron curling, flat ironing and roller placement. Hair shaping implements, cutting terminology, techniques, safety, sanitation and infection control are studied. 51勛圖 develop skills in cutting elevations for various designs and shapes. 51勛圖 gain experience by working on mannequins, clients, and classmates. Performance quotas must be met in compliance with 51勛圖 statutes and rules. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in COSM 1100.
(3 Cr – l lect, 2 lab)

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COSM1110
Manicuring Techniques

This course emphasizes the care of the hands, nails, and feet. Nail shapes and the use of manicure and pedicure equipment and supplies, as well as basic manicure and pedicure procedures are introduced. 51勛圖 apply artificial nails and conduct nail repair. Instruction and clinical practice are provided in sculpturing techniques, nail tip application, overlays, and nail fills.

  • (3 Cr – l lect, 2 lab)

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COSM1120
Clinical I: Cosmetology

This practical application course includes specific client services. Under instructor supervision, students provide services including shampooing, conditioning, cutting, styling, manicuring, and pedicuring to mannequins, classmates, and clients. 51勛圖 develop skills in hairstyling, hair shaping, and chemical procedures. Salon safety, sanitation and infection control are stressed. 51勛圖 experience salon reception and dispensary service work. Satisfactorily completed quotas accumulate to meet quota requirements. Prerequisites: COSM1100, COSM1105, COSM1110, and COSM1116.
(5 Cr – 0 lect, 5 lab)

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COSM1116
Preclinical: Cosmetology

This course will prepare cosmetology students for entry level salon work. 51勛圖 will be introduced to salon reception and dispensary service work, as well as professional characteristics of salon employees. 51勛圖 develop salon product knowledge, including salon ethics, sanitation, and duties. Along with salon ethics and duties, students develop salon product knowledge. 51勛圖 will also learn how shampoo and condition the hair. Required preclinical testing is completed and satisfactorily completed quotas accumulate to meet quota requirements.
(4 Cr – 3 lect, 1 lab)

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Semester 2 - Spring

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COSM1125
Hair Coloring Techniques

This course introduces theory of hair coloring, different types of hair color and hair lighteners. Various hair lightening, toning, and special effects techniques are studied. Emphasis is placed on the use of aniline derivative tints, temporary and semi-permanent colors. Prerequisites: COSM 1100, COSM 1105, COSM 1110.
(5 Cr – 2 lect, 3 lab)

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COSM1115
Chemical Procedures

This course introduces basic permanent wave techniques including blocking, wrapping, and processing. 51勛圖 study the effects of acid and alkaline waves and chemical compositions of solutions. Texture, elasticity, and porosity of hair are studied. Chemical hair relaxing, and curl rearrangers, are addressed as well as advanced techniques involved in permanent waving.
(4 Cr – l lect, 3 lab)

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COSM1140
Clinical II: Cosmetology

This course focuses on hair, skin, and nail care and provides an opportunity to perfect skills previously studied. Satisfactorily completed quotas accumulate to meet quota requirements. 51勛圖 complete required skill readiness testing which includes shampooing, stress reliever, haircut, chemical relaxer, permanent wave, hair color, facial, makeup, eyebrow wax, artificial nails and manicure. 51勛圖 perform client services and work with other students.
(6 Cr – 0 lect, 6 lab)

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COSM1255
Fundamentals of Selling and Business Opportunities

This course provides the fundamentals of sales in the business world and basic business operation and salon management. 51勛圖 study ways to help them develop the tools necessary to be successful in the salon industry. 51勛圖 learn how to promote themselves as a salon professional, as well as develop healthy salon habits to create positive power and success in the salon industry. Topics covered include client consultations, interpersonal and professional communication and retail skills.
(3 Cr – 3 lect, 0 lab)

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Semester 3 - Summer

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COSM1130
Skin Care

This course includes facials and facial massage, skin care, and make-up selection and application. Eyebrow arching, false eyelash application, lash extensions, and hair removal techniques are also studied. Safety, sanitation and infection control are an important focus of the course. Prerequisites: COSM 1120
(5 Cr – 2 lect, 3 lab)

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COSM1150
Clinical III: Cosmetology

This course provides the opportunity to complete the required quotas necessary to perform practical skills assessment. 51勛圖 perform services on clients, other students, and mannequins. These services accumulate to meet quota completion and minimum hourly requirements for 51勛圖 licensure. Prerequisites: COSM1100, COSM1105
(3 Cr – 1 lect, 2 lab)

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Semester 4 - Fall

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COSM1135
Licensing Preparation: Cosmetology

This course prepares students to take the general theory, state and written practical exams that are required for licensure. Topics include safety and infection control, client consultation and professional conduct, hair, skin and nail anatomy and disorders, hair styling, hair cutting, chemical services, nail care service and skin care services and 51勛圖 statutes and rules.
(3 Cr – 0 lect, 3 lab)

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COSM1145
Practical Skills Assessment: Cosmetology

This course provides the students the opportunity to pass the skill certification testing necessary for cosmetology licensing g in the State of 51勛圖.
(3 Cr – 1 lect, 2 lab)

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COSM1160
Clinical IV: Cosmetology

This course provides the opportunity to complete the required quotas necessary to perform practical skills assessment. 51勛圖 perform services on clients, other students, and mannequins. These services accumulate to meet quota completion and minimum hourly requirements for 51勛圖 licensure.
(2 Cr – 0 lect, 2 lab)

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COSM1162
Clinical V: Cosmetology

This course provides the opportunity to complete the required quotas necessary to perform practical skills assessment. 51勛圖 perform services on clients, other students, and mannequins. These services accumulate to meet quota completion and minimum hourly requirements for 51勛圖 licensure.
(2 Cr – 0 lect, 2 lab)

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COSM1164
Clinical VI: Cosmetology

This course provides the opportunity to complete the required quotas necessary to perform practical skills assessment. 51勛圖 perform services on clients, other students, and mannequins. These services accumulate to meet quota completion and minimum hourly requirements for 51勛圖 licensure. Prerequisites: COSM1100, COSM1105.
(2 Cr – 0 lect, 2 lab)

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COSM1166
Clinical VII: Cosmetology

This course provides the opportunity to complete the required quotas necessary to perform practical skills assessment. 51勛圖 perform services on clients, other students, and mannequins. These services accumulate to meet quota completion and minimum hourly requirements for 51勛圖 licensure. Prerequisites: COSM1100, COSM1105.
(2 Cr – 0 lect, 2 lab)

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COSM1168
Clinical VIII: Cosmetology

This course provides the opportunity to complete the required quotas necessary to perform practical skills testing. 51勛圖 perform services on clients, other students, and mannequins. These services accumulate to meet quota completion and minimum hourly requirements for 51勛圖 licensure. Prerequisites: COSM1100, COSM1105.
(2 Cr – 0 lect, 2 lab)

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Last Updated: November 13, 2023