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instruments and equipment.LCOS 1012 Hair’s Chemical Process(3 credits)Pre-requisite: NoneThis course displays the step-to-step chemical process when handling perms, hair relaxation, “reverses”,and hair straightening, for different types of hairs with the purpose of achieving a transformation of theclient.COSM 1009 Hair Coloring Techniques(3 credits)Pre-requisite: NoneThe student will learn the hair coloring theory and mixture procedures to attain changes and specialeffects in the hair.LCOS 1009 Haircutting II and III –Lab(6 credits)Pre-requisite: LCOS 1008This course is aimed to the development of manipulative skills to perform the 90-degree haircut, razorhaircut, children’s styles, different thinning, and other variables, according to individual’s facialcharacteristics.COSM 1010 Salon Design and Management(3 credits)Pre-requisite: NoneThe course covers two fundamental aspects. The first part is devoted to the development of strategies forjob search; while the second part covers the most known aspect of managing and marketing a beautysalon.PCOS 1005 Clinical (Externship or Internship)(6 credits)Pre-requisite: Approved all previous courses except COSM 1011The practicum course offers the student the opportunity to integrate concepts, knowledge, and laboratoryachievement into real work experience. This model consists of a team composed of a counseloremployer,the practicing student, and the institution. The method will facilitate the learning process andthe transition from school to work. The student will pass through the experience of shampooing, rinsing,scalp treating, roller curling, blow-drying, manicure, pedicure, chemical application, haircutting, and thereception of the customers. The Externship Practice is offered in external beauty establishments. There isno guarantee of specicifc sites, days or schedules.COSM 1011 Preparatory Course for Beauty Board Exam(3 credits)Pre-requisite: NoneThis course will prepare the student for take the Puerto Rico Beauty Board Exams, in order to become alicensed. Instruction includes simulated board exam taking practices. Students will learn professionalismalong with shop management and product/services sales.BARBERING AND HAIRSTYLINGCOSM 1001 The Profession(3 credits)Pre-requisite: NoneThis course features the historical background of cosmetology and its evolution process to now-a-day.The dress code, makeup, behavior and attitudes of the future professional are fully discussed. Differentspecialization and possible job opportunities for future graduates are included in this module.- 160 -