Cosmetology IV is the fourth of 5 blocks in the full-time Cosmetology program. Students in this class will continue servicing clients in the student salon, with a focus on advanced techniques, timing, safety, and sanitation. Theory topics include principles of hair design, braiding, wigs and extensions, anatomy and physiology, as well as career planning and beauty business fundamentals.
Prerequisites
COS 213 with a grade of “C” or higher.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Explain and employ principles of infection control.
- Conduct a successful client consultation.
- Detail and perform hairstyling procedures including natural textured styles, curl formation, blow drying, updo techniques, and wet-sets.
- Explain and perform general haircutting techniques.
- Identify the most common hair and scalp disorders.
- Identify hair removal contraindications.
- Recognize skin types and contraindications to facial treatments.
- Outline and implement the steps for various hair color applications.
- Describe safety precautions to follow during the haircoloring process.
- Outline safety guidelines and precautions for chemical texture services.
- Safely perform chemical texture services.
- Identify unhealthy nail conditions.
- Perform hand nail and skin analysis on a client.
- Identify the elements of hair design and the principles of hair design.
- Explain the influence of hair texture on design.
- Recognize different facial shapes and outline beneficial hairstyles for each.
- Distinguish how profiles, proportions, sideburns, and glasses contribute to hairstyle design.
- Describe and perform foundational braids.
- Describe tools and materials used for braiding and braid extensions.
- List considerations for effective hair addition consultations.
- Describe different hair and fiber used for hair additions and wigs.
- Outline methods of attaching hair extensions.
- Recognize different types of wigs and hairpieces and how to care for them.
- Describe the structure and division of cells.
- List and describe tissues in the body.
- Explain the basic functions of organs and body systems.
- Define nutritional needs, proper hydration and immunity.
- Identify common health considerations in the beauty industry.
- Explain and implement proper ergonomics.
- Summarize and explain the state licensing examination process.
- Develop an effective resumé.
- Prepare for a job interview in the beauty industry.
- Summarize employment options in the beauty industry.
- Detail and discuss sales and marketing for cosmetology.
- Outline requirements for owning a business.
- Identify the different employment types in the beauty industry.