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COSMETOLOGY CURRICULUM
HCHS Cosmetology is designed to help the student
master all the skills necessary for passing the State Board Examination,
selecting the phases of Cosmetology in which to specialize, and entering
employment.
PRINCIPLES OF COSMETOLOGY Credit: 1 per semester
Grade: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None
This course, which is the first level of cosmetology,
prepares students with work-related skills for advancement into the
Design Principles of Cosmetology course. Content provides students the
opportunity to acquire basic fundamental skills in both theory and
practical applications of leadership and interpersonal skill
development. Content stresses safety, environmental issues, and
protection of the public and designers as integrated with principles of
hair design and nail structure procedures. Laboratory facilities and
experiences simulate those found in the cosmetology industry. This
course of study includes hands-on and classroom instruction in giving
shampoos and rinses, scalp treatments, hair setting and styling,
anatomy, decontamination and infection control, light therapy,
electricity, permanent waving, nail disorders and diseases, massage,
manicures, pedicures, and nail enhancements.
DESIGN PRINCIPLES OF COSMETOLOGY Credit: 2 per
semester
Grade: 11, 12
Prerequisite: Principles of Cosmetology
This course, which is the second level of cosmetology,
prepares students for work-related skills and advancement into the
Chemistry of Cosmetology course. Content provides students the
opportunity to acquire knowledge and skills in both theory and practical
application. Advanced knowledge and skills in hair design, nail
artistry, and cosmetic applications will be enhanced in a laboratory
setting, which duplicates cosmetology industry standards. This course of
study includes hands-on and classroom includes instruction in
haircutting, thermal hair straightening, hair coloring, artificial hair
artistry, chemical hair relaxing, hair pressing, facials, make-up, hair
removal, salon business, and customer relations.
CHEMISTRY OF COSMETOLOGY Credit: 2 per semester
Grade: 12
Prerequisite: Design Principles Of Cosmetology
This
course, which is the advanced level of cosmetology, prepares students to
perform work-related services using chemicals in the cosmetology
industry. Content provides students the opportunity to acquire
foundation skills in both theory and practical applications. Laboratory
facilities and experiences will be used to simulate cosmetology work
experiences. Upon completion and acquisition of 1500 hours, students are
eligible to take the Tennessee State Board of Cosmetology examination
for a Tennessee Cosmetology License. With styling for men, women, and
children in demand, today’s cosmetologist must possess a wide range of
skills to meet the needs of today’s beauty salon. Cosmetology offers
many channels for personal growth, with limitless career paths from
which to choice.
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