CATALOG - Beauty Schools of America

OBJECTIVE
To prepare students for the Florida State Board of Cosmetology Examination to become a licensed Cosmetologist.
CLOCK HOURS: 1,200
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Cosmetology program will prepare you to have knowledge of all facets in the beauty industry. Cosmetology is a dynamic career choice; fun, exciting
and always changing. Cosmetology students are trained to become proficient in hair, makeup, skin and nails. Students work on practical assignments using
mannequins and classmates while learning basic fundamentals. A gradual progression then proceeds to the customer, where services are conducted under the
supervision of a licensed instructor. The curriculum is varied and comprehensive. You will be able to create various looks for special occasions such as runway
fashion, weddings, special hair effects, up-dos, and many more. As a licensed Cosmetologist you will have the opportunity to work in salons, barbershops and
spas within the area that best expresses your talent. If you feel you have an artistic flair and enjoy working with people, our Cosmetology program could be the
right career path for you! The possibilities and opportunities are endless.
PROGRAM OUTLINE
CO100 SHAMPOOS AND RINSES
(50 Hours/50 Services)
Proper shampoo techniques and products; rinses for various hair types.
CO101 HAIR STYLING
(275 Hours/300 Services)
Different methods of styling: Finger waving, roller setting, blow-drying techniques, thermal, thermal hair straightening and styling long hair.
CO102 HAIR SHAPING
(200 Hours/75 Services)
Instruction in men’s, women’s and children’s haircuts and the various degrees of shapes.
CO103 CHEMICAL WAVING, RELAXING AND STRAIGHTENING
(150 Hours/65 Services)
Permanent waving – identification of chemistry, products, and relationship to hair structure. Hair relaxer – purpose of relaxing, definition, product ingredients,
sodium hydroxide relaxers, and steps to chemical relaxing.
CO104 HAIR COLORING
(150 Hours/45 Services)
Principles of color theory and preparations including: Consultations, safety precautions for coloring, hydrogen peroxide activity, and correction of coloring problems.
CO105 SKIN, FACIAL, MAKEUP AND HAIR REMOVAL
(165 Hours/30 Services)
Facial techniques and contraindications, skin theory, diseases and disorders of the skin, facials, hair removal methods and basic makeup application.
CO106 MANICURE/PEDICURE AND NAIL EXTENSIONS
(75 Hours/80 Services)
Nail shape and disease identification; proper use of implements, cosmetics and materials; massage techniques; the different types of manicures; nail extensions,
wraps and acrylics; safety; pedicure procedures.
CO107 SANITATION AND STERILIZATION
(51 Hours/60 Services)
The methods of equipment sterilization, cleaning, health and safety in practical use and salon operations.
CO108 SCALP TREATMENT AND HAIR CARE RINSES
(30 Hours/45 Services)
Basic care definitions and practices; performing scalp manipulations and techniques; recognizing scalp and hair disorders commonly seen in a salon.
CO109 SALON BUSINESS
(25 Hours)
How to open, manage and operate a successful salon and the promotion of retail and services.
CO110 FLORIDA LAWS
(25 Hours)
All rules as set forth by the Florida Department of Professional Regulation, Chapter 477, Cosmetologist Licensures and Operations.
CO111 HIV /AIDS
(4 Hours)
Education on the transmission, control, treatment and prevention of HIV and AIDS; discussion of attitudes and behavior in dealing with individuals who may have
the virus or syndrome; explanation of Board requirements regarding license renewal and completion of the Board approved education course on HIV and AIDS.
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