TEACHER TRAINING COURSE DESCRIPTION
TEACHER TRAINING: SOC 25-1194.00, CIP Code 12.0413
The curriculum involves 600 hours to satisfy New Jersey state requirements. The course educates teachers to address the needs of students in the classroom and the clinic floor. Prospective teachers learn to utilize a system of forward-focused thinking and front-end coaching. By learning the methods of teaching Cosmetology Hairstyling, the prospective teachers learn to engage students in the learning process and stimulate the discovery process with visuals, music, and/or hands-on activities.
The state of New Jersey requires 500 hours of education to become licensed instructor; however, the school is approved by the state to offer a 600-hour teacher training course. Within the additional 100 hours the student will focus on technology in the classroom, classroom management techniques, and classroom performance skill with State Board components.
*Graduates are prepared to be entry level teacher training.
This course is taught in English. Textbooks and Course Materials are only offered in the English Language only.
TEACHER TRAINING COURSE OUTLINE AND OVERVIEW
Course Hours: 600 clock hours
The teacher training course consists of 600 clock hours as prescribed by the New Jersey State Board of Cosmetology and Hairstyling. The educational objective of the teacher-training curriculum is to provide the student with training sufficient to pass the State Board exam; to become properly licensed, and perform all duties required under such license to secure employment at an entry level. Successful completion of the above qualifies you to apply for the New Jersey State Instructor’s license.
TEACHER TRAINING COURSE SUBJECTS
The instructional program of Parisian Beauty Academy meets or exceeds these requirements:
Course Subjects
| Subject | Hrs. of class & subject related instruction | Hrs of Practical Instruction | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| State Laws, Rules & Regulations for Cosmetology & Hairstyling & Administrative Shop Operations | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| Decontamination & Infection Control | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| Facial & Massage, Skin Care, Make-up, Depilatory, Eyebrow Arching, Shaving | 15 | 15 | 30 |
| Shampooing including Temporary & Semi-Permanent Rinses | 5 | 10 | 15 |
| Hair and Scalp Treatments, Reconditioning Treatments | 5 | 10 | 15 |
| Hair & Basic Layer & Clipper Cut -Razor, Scissors, Thinning Shears, Tapering | 10 | 30 | 40 |
| Hairstyling - including Pin Curls, Finger-waving, & Blow Waving | 10 | 30 | 40 |
| Hair Tinting & Bleaching including Frosting, Tipping & Streaks | 10 | 20 | 30 |
| Permanent Waving | 10 | 20 | 30 |
| Chemical Relaxing & Pressing, Thermal Curling & Waving | 10 | 25 | 35 |
| Manicuring & Pedicure | 10 | 20 | 30 |
| Chemistry Relating to Cosmetology | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| Teaching Methods | 40 | 100 | 140 |
| Motivation & Learning | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| Testing | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| Teacher Preparation | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| Instruction Evaluation | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| Classroom Management | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| Technology in the Classroom | 15 | 10 | 25 |
| Classroom Management Techniques | 15 | 10 | 25 |
| Classroom Performance Skill with State Board | 15 | 10 | 25 |
| Additional Training | 15 | 10 | 25 |
| TOTAL HOURS | 280 | 320 | 600 |
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.
TEACHER TRAINING PROGRAM TESTING AND GRADING PROCEDURE
The following tests and grading procedures are used to assess student learning and mastery of course content in the 600-hour course:
- Students must receive a grade of 80% or higher on each assigned theory exam. Theory exams cover a review of Milady’s Master Educator Student Course Book.
- Students must receive 80% or higher on the practical exam, which covers the practical application of teaching procedures.
TEACHER TRAINING INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES AND METHODS
The 600-hour teacher training program is 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.