COSMETOLOGY HAIRSTYLING COURSE DESCRIPTION
COSMETOLOGY HAIRSTYLING: Standard Occupational Classification (SOC 39-5012.00)
Classification of Instructional Program (CIP 12.0401)
The curriculum involves 1200 hours to satisfy New Jersey state requirements. The course includes extensive instruction and practical experience in cutting, hair coloring, perming, customer service, personal appearance and hygiene, personal motivation and development, retail skills, client record keeping, business ethics, sanitation, state laws and regulations, salon-type administration, and job interviewing.
(Cosmetology Hairstyling program is taught in English and Spanish)
The cosmetology hairstyling is taught in English. Textbooks and Course Materials are only offered in the English Language only.
The cosmetology hairstyling is taught in Spanish during the evening schedule only.
*Graduates are prepared to be entry level cosmetologist.
COSMETOLOGY HAIRSTYLING COURSE OUTLINE AND OVERVIEW
Course Hours: 1200 clock hours
The complete Cosmetology Hairstyling course consists of 1200 clock hours as prescribed by the New Jersey State Board of Cosmetology and Hairstyling. The educational objective of the complete Cosmetology Hairstyling curriculum is to provide the student with training sufficient to pass the state board exam, to become properly licensed, and to perform all duties required under such license to secure employment at an entry level. Classes begin on the first Monday of every month unless otherwise scheduled. Successful completion of the course qualifies you to apply for a State Cosmetologist Hairstylist’s license.
Full transfer credit may be allowed for previous training, subject to the regulations of the New Jersey State Board. During the first 600 hours, your time is spent in classroom work consisting of lecture, demonstrations, practice on manikins and evaluations. Upon completion of 600 hours, all assigned work, a doctor’s certification, and upon recommendation of your instructor you will advance to the Senior class and be permitted to practice on clients. All of your remaining time will be spent on practical work, additional advancement lectures, class projects and complete subject reviews as well as salon management techniques. Obtaining a Cosmetology Hairstyling license allows an individual to practice all phases of Cosmetology Hairstyling including manicuring, pedicure, skin care, barbering, depilatory service, and make-up application.
COSMETOLOGY HAIRSTYLING COURSE SUBJECTS
The instructional program of Parisian Beauty Academy meets or exceeds the state requirements:
| Subject | Hrs. of class & subject related instruction | Hrs. of Practical Instruction | Total |
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| State Laws, Rules & Regulations for Cosmetology & Hairstyling & Administrative Shop Operations | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| Decontamination & Infection Control | 15 | 5 | 20 |
| Professional Image, Hygiene, & Related Practices | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| History of Barbering | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Shaving | 15 | 66 | 81 |
| Beard & Moustache Trimming | 5 | 10 | 15 |
| Facial & Massage, Skin Care, Make-up, Depilatory, Eyebrow Arching, Shaving | 25 | 53 | 78 |
| Shampooing including Temporary & Semi-Permanent Rinses | 20 | 40 | 60 |
| Hair and Scalp Treatments, Reconditioning Treatments | 15 | 35 | 50 |
| Hair & Basic Layer & Clipper Cut -Razor, Scissors, Thinning Shears, Tapering | 40 | 120 | 160 |
| Hairstyling - including Pin Curls, Finger-waving, & Blow Waving | 25 | 135 | 160 |
| Hair Tinting & Bleaching including Frosting, Tipping & Streaks | 35 | 110 | 145 |
| Permanent Waving | 25 | 90 | 115 |
| Chemical Relaxing & Pressing | 30 | 60 | 90 |
| Thermal Curling & Waving | 10 | 35 | 45 |
| Manicuring & Pedicure | 45 | 90 | 135 |
| Chemistry Relating to Cosmetology | 30 | 0 | 30 |
| TOTAL HOURS | 351 | 849 | 1200 |
The institution offers employment assistance to help graduates’ efforts to secure education-related employment that includes, but is not limited to training in professionalism, resume’ development, job interview preparation and job search skills.
COSMETOLOGY HAIRSTYLING ACADEMICS AND HOUR REQUIREMENT
***To move forward to the next rotation the student must complete all requirements in the rotation, failure to complete all requirements may result in repeating the rotation***
| Cosmetology Hairstyling | |
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| DAY CLASSES | |
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CORE CLASS: Minimum 180 hours |
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| ADAPTIVE 1: Minimum 360 hours Foundations Book Chapters 6 & 7 Cosmetology Hairstyling Book Chapters 7-14 Adaptive 1 Final Theory Exam SMT/Prometric Exam Part 1 Adaptive 1 Practical Test Evaluation Cosmetology Hairstyling Worksheet 201-400 hours |
ADAPTIVE 2: Minimum 600 hours Cosmetology Book Chapters 15-21 Adaptive 2 Final Theory Exam SMT/Prometric Exam Part 2 Adaptive 2 Test Evaluation Cosmetology Worksheet 401-600 hours Completed State Board Application for Permit |
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CREATIVE 1 DAY: Minimum 720 hours |
CREATIVE 2 DAY: Minimum 900 hours |
| EVENING CLASSES | |
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CREATIVE PROTÉGÉ: Minimum 600 hours |
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COSMETOLOGY HAIRSTYLING PROGRAM TESTING AND GRADING PROCEDURE
The following tests and grading procedures are used to assess student learning and mastery of course content in the 1200-hour course:
- Academic Theory exams: Students must receive a grade of 80% or higher on each assigned theory exam.
- Core written and practical skill exams: Students must receive a grade of 80% or higher on each written exam and each practical skill exam in order to complete the Core program. The exams are an overview of instruction taught during the Core schedule. All Core written and practical skill exams must be passed with a 80% in order to transition to the Clinic Classroom. If students are unable to pass each exam after two attempts, the student may be asked to withdraw from the program and re-enroll in the next available Core class start date.
- Final Phase written test: The written exam covers an overview of all theory instruction, New Jersey state law, and other items covered on the state Cosmetology Hairstyling exam. Students must receive a grade of 80% or higher on all final exams.
- Practical clinic classroom worksheets: Students must complete all assigned practical clinic classroom worksheets.
- Practical skills and mock state board: Students must receive a 80% or higher grade on all final tests and assessments.
Cosmetology hairstyling instructional techniques and methods
The 1200 hour cosmetology hairstyling program are provided through a sequential set of learning steps which address specific tasks necessary for State Board preparation, graduation, and job entry level skill. Clinic equipment, implements and products are comparable to those used in the industry. Each student will receive instruction that relates to the performance of useful, creative, and productive career-oriented activities. The course is presented through well-developed lesson plans that reflect the latest educational methods. Subjects are presented by means of lectures, demonstration, distance education, and student participation. Audio-visual aids, guest speakers, field trips, and other related learning methods are used in the course.