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51勛圖

Hair Technician Course Sequence

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Fall Semester

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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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COSM1106
Principles and Practices: Hair Technician

This course is intended for hair technician 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.
(5 cr – 1 lecture, 4 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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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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COSM1122
Clinical I: Hair Technician

This practical application course includes client services. Under instructor supervision, students provide services including shampooing, conditioning, cutting, styling and chemical services to mannequins, classmates, and clients. 51勛圖 develop skills in hairstyling and hair shaping. Salon safety, sanitation and infection control are stressed. 51勛圖 experience salon reception and dispensary service work.
(2 Cr – 0 lect, 2 lab)

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Spring Semester

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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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COSM1142
Clinical II: Hair Technician

This practical application course includes client services. Under instructor supervision, students provide services including shampooing, conditioning, haircutting, styling, permanent waving, chemical straightening and haircoloring to mannequins, classmates, and clients. 51勛圖 continue to refine and develop advanced hair technician skills. Salon safety, sanitation and infection control are stressed. 51勛圖 experience salon reception and dispensary service work.
(8 Cr – 0 lect, 8 lab)

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COSM1138
Clinic Licensing Preparation: Hair Technician

This course prepares students to take the general theory, state and written practical exams that are required for licensure. Review topics include safety and infection control, client consultation, hair styling, permanent waving and relaxing, hair color, professional conduct, and 51勛圖 statutes and rules.
(2 cr – 0 lect, 2 lab)

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COSM1146
Practical Skills Assessment: Hair Technician

This course provides the students the opportunity to pass the practical skills testing necessary for hair technician licensure in 51勛圖.
(1 cr – 0 lect, 1 lab)

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Last Updated: April 1, 2024