Cosmetology 1| Cosmetology 2 | Desirable Aptitude |Employment Outlook

COSMETOLOGY 1

36 weeks Course #8527 Elective 3 credits Prerequisite: Recommendation of Counselor 3 periods.

Cosmetology 1 serves as a foundation for the entire cosmetology curriculum, familiarizing the student with basic procedures which will, with practice, lead to the skills of the occupation. Emphasis is placed on professional ethics, image development, and the manipulative skills required of a licensed cosmetologist.


COSMETOLOGY 2

36 weeks Course #8528 Elective 3 credits Prerequisite: Cosmetology 1 3 periods.


In this course, students expand on knowledge and skills which are required for licensure. Emphasis is placed on advanced technique, with increased speed and perfection. Most of the lab work is performed on patrons from the school and community. This allows students to gain the skills needed to ensure a smooth transition from school into industry.

DESIRABLE APITITUDES

One entering this field of study should have an interest in people and a pleasing personality. Good grooming, dexterity, coordination, a sense of form, good color concepts, and artistry are important traits to possess. Communication skills, some knowledge of the basic art principles, and a basic understanding of chemistry and math would be desirable.

EMPLOYMENT OUTLOOK

Upon successful completion of this course , the student will be eligible to take the Virginia State Cosmetology Board Examinations. When the license is received the cosmetologist is qualified for employment. Advancement may come in the form of higher earnings as experienced is gained and a steady clientele is acquired. Many cosmetologist become specialists in one more fields of the beauty industry. Salaries are determined only by the ability and ambition of the individual. Hermitage Technical Center serves students from: Deep Run HS, Freemen HS, Godwin HS, Hermitage HS, and Tucker HS, Highland Sp rings HS, Varina HS designed by Major UNITS OF STUDY Professional image Bacteriology, Decontamination and infection control properties of the hair,scalp, skin and nails draping,shampooing, rinsing, and conditioning hairstyling- Wet and Thermal artistry in Hairstyling Haircutting artificial Hair chemistry chemical services: Permanent Waving, Relaxing and soft curl permanent, Hair color Manicuring and pedicure nail and nail disorder massage,Facials, makeup, Removal of unwanted hair anatomy and physiology , Electricity and Light Therapy. The salon Business LINKS National accrediting commission of cosmetology arts and sciences salon Professionals Cosmetology Careers Cosmetology.org National Centers for careers and technical Education.

UNITS OF STUDY

  • Professional Image
  • Bacteriology, Decontamination and Infection Control
  • Properties of the Hair, Scalp, Skin and Nails
  • Draping, Shampooing, Rinsing and Conditioning
  • Hairstyling- Wet and Thermal
  • Artistry in Hairstyling
  • Haircutting
  • Artificial Hair
  • Chemistry
  • Chemical Services: Permanent Waving, Relaxing and Soft Curl Permanent, Hair Color
  • Manicures/ Pedicures Nail and Nail Disorders