This course emphasizes the development and improvement of written and oral communication abilities. Topics include: analysis of writing; writing practice; grammar skills; editing and proofreading skills; research skills; and oral presentation skills. Homework assignments reinforce classroom learning.

Emphasizes the application of basic mathematical skills used in the solution of occupational and technical problems. Topics include: fractions, decimals, fractions, percents, ratio and proportion; measurement and conversion; formula manipulation, technical applications, and basic statistics.

Provides a study of human relations and professional development in today’s rapidly changing world that prepares students for living and working in a complex society. Topics include: human relations skills, job acquisition skills, job retention skills, job advancement skills, and professional image skills.

Introduction to Barber Styling is designed to give an overview of the barbering profession. Topics include: Barbering history, personality development, professional barbering ethics, and professional barbering image, safety, and reception and telephone techniques.

Students are taught the fundamentals of each barber/styling implement. Emphasis will be placed on the maintenance and care of each implement. Topics include: nomenclature, types and sizes, proper use and care, and maintenance.

Introduces fundamental theories and practices of bacteriology, sterilization, sanitation, safety, and the welfare of the barber/stylist and patron. Topics include: sterilization, sanitation, safety, bacteriology, and Hazardous Duty Standards Act compliance.

Introduces the theory and skills necessary to apply basic haircutting techniques. Safe use of haircutting implements will be stressed. Topics include: preparation of patron, haircutting terminology, safety and sanitation, implements, and basic haircutting techniques.

Introduces the fundamental theory and skills required to shampoo hair. Laboratory training includes shampooing a live model. Topics include: shampoo chemistry, patron preparation, and shampoo procedures.

Continues the theory and application of haircutting techniques and introduces hairstyling. Topics include: introduction to styling, client consultation, head and hair analysis, style cutting techniques, and implements for style cutting and tapering techniques.

Introduces the theory and skills necessary to prepare and shave a patron. Simulated shaving procedures will precede practice on live models. Topics include: patron preparation, beard preparation, shaving techniques, once-over shave techniques, and safety precautions.

Develops knowledge of the function and care of the scalp, skin, and hair. Emphasis is placed on the function, health, and growth of these areas. Topics include: cells, skeletal system, muscular system, nervous system, circulatory system, and related systems.

Introduces the fundamental theory of color, predispositions tests, color selection, and color application. Topics include: basic color concepts, skin reactions, the color wheel, and color selection and application.

Introduces the chemistry and chemical reactions of permanent wave solutions and relaxers. Topics include: permanent wave techniques, safety procedures, chemical relaxer techniques, and permanent wave and chemical relaxer, and application procedures on manikins.

Continues the theory and application of haircutting and styling techniques. Topics include: elevation and design cutting, introduction to hairpieces, blow-dry styling, thermal waving, curling, and non-chemical style.

Provides instruction in the application of permanent waves and relaxers.  Precautions and special problems involved in applying permanent waves and relaxers will be emphasized.  Application of perms and relaxers on live models included.  Topics inlcude: permanent wave application, hair relaxer application, timed permanent wave, timed relaxers application, safety precautions, and Hazardous Duty Standards Act compliance.

Introduces the theory, procedures, and products used in the care and treatment of the skin, scalp, and hair. Topics include: treatment theory, basic corrective hair and scalp treatments, plain facial, products and supplies, and disease and disorders.

Provides instruction on the theory and application of techniques in the treatment of the skin, scalp, and hair. Emphasis will be placed on work with live models. Topics include: implements, products and supplies, diseases and disorders, corrective hair and scalp treatments, facial procedures and manipulations, and safety precautions.

Continues the theory and application of haircutting, styling, and shaving techniques. Topics include: advanced haircutting; use of clippers, shears, and razor; hair chemical texturizing/styling; permanent waving/styling; shaving techniques; and beard trimming.

Presents the application of temporary, semi-permanent, and permanent hair coloring products. Topics include: mustache and beards, coloring products, safety precautions and tests, mixing procedures, color selection and application.

Provides experience necessary for professional development and completion of requirements for state licensure. Emphasis will be placed on the display of professional conduct and positive attitudes. The requirements for this course may be met in a laboratory setting or in a combination of a laboratory setting and an approved internship facility. Topics include: haircutting/styling, hairstyling texturizing, shaving, beard trimming, thermal waving, hairpiece fitting and styling, safety precautions, and licensure preparation.

Emphasizes the steps involved in opening and operating a privately owned cosmetology salon or barber/styling shop. Topics include: planning a salon/shop, business management, retailing, public relations, sales skills, client retention, and entrepreneurship.

Introduces the fundamental concepts and operations necessary to use microcomputers. Emphasis is placed on basic functions and familiarity with computer use. Topics include: computer terminology, introduction to the Windows environment, introduction to networking, introduction to word processing, introduction to spreadsheets, and introduction to databases.