Cosmetology (1600) Course Information

COSMETOLOGY (1600) COURSE DESCRIPTION

Standard Occupational Classification (SOC 39-5012.00) 
Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP 12.0401)
The curriculum involves 1600 hours. The course includes extensive instruction and practical experience in cutting, hair coloring, perming, customer service, personal appearance and hygiene, personal motivation and development, retail skills, client record keeping, business ethics, sanitation, state laws and regulations, salon-type administration, and job interviewing.

The state of Kentucky requires 1500 hours of education to become licensed as a cosmetologist; however, the school is approved by the state to offer a 1600 hour cosmetology course. Within the additional 100 hours the student will be able to master the skills and techniques of makeup artistry. The additional course hours include classroom and clinic floor makeup experience.

*Graduates are prepared to become an entry level cosmetologist.

This course is taught in English. Textbooks and course materials are only offered in the English Language.

COSMETOLOGY (1600) COURSE OVERVIEW

Course Hours: 1600 clock hours

The course is divided into pre-clinical classroom instruction and clinical service learning experiences.

1. Pre-clinical Classroom Instruction: The first 300 hours are devoted to classroom workshops where students learn design principles, technical information, and professional practices.
2. Clinic Learning Experience: The remaining 1300 hours are spent in the clinic classroom area where practical experience is gained.

COSMETOLOGY (1600) COURSE OUTLINE

Your time at Paul Mitchell The School Lexington for the cosmetology (1600) program will be divided into seven designations:

1. Core Curriculum: A 300-hour orientation, known as the Core program, instills the basic fundamentals. Students are graded and evaluated using written, oral, and practical testing methods. Students must successfully complete the Core curriculum prior to attending regularly scheduled daily classes in cutting, coloring, permanent waving, and chemical texture services.
2. Protégé Learning Experience: Your experience as a Protégé produces a smooth transition from Core student to Adaptive student. You spend 70 hours as a Protégé preparing you for the clinic classroom experience.
3. Master Makeup Curriculum: During this 100-hour phase, students will master the knowledge and skills in makeup artistry and gain a strong foundation of: cosmetic chemistry, sanitation, makeovers, natural application, evening application, camouflage, corrective, character, high-definition photography, editorial, glamour, and bridal work. Students will learn sales techniques, advanced product usage, and customer relations in preparation for work as makeup artists in salons and spas, on set, in the studio or paramedical spas, or for freelance makeup career opportunities.
4. Clinic Classroom Learning Experience: Your clinic classroom time from 470 to 1600 hours will be guided with individual attention and group learning experiences using mini-classes, clinic practical worksheets, and periodic evaluations developed specifically for this monitoring progress. This is when you begin experiencing your clinic classroom education on paying clients in the clinic classroom area.
5. Classroom Learning Experience: Your classroom time from 470 to 1600 hours is divided into six (6) areas: cutting, coloring, texture, makeup, skin, and nails. Each area has an instructor who conducts the different specialty classes each week. Classroom Learning Experiences may also include retail, motivation, self improvement, professional development, and attendance education which may be conducted by an instructor, non-licensed staff member or guest artist.
6. Adaptive Curriculum: From 470 to 750 hours you will enter a new phase of specialty classroom workshops coupled with challenging practical services designed to continue building you into a confident beauty industry professional.
7. Creative Curriculum: You will spend your last 750 hours at Paul Mitchell The School Lexington in “high gear” by dressing, acting, and working like a salon industry professional. You will use your own artistic and creative abilities, coupled with the assistance of the Learning Leaders, to prepare yourself for your future beauty industry career.

COSMETOLOGY (1600) COURSE SUBJECTS

The instructional program of Paul Mitchell The School Lexington meets or exceeds the state requirements.

UNITS OF INSTRUCTION:

First 250 Hours	Theory & Law	Demo	Practice	Hours
Orientation		5		5
Cosmetology History & Opportunities	4			4
Life Skills	6			6
Your Professional Image	5			5
Communicating for Success	6			6
Infection Control/Principles & Practice	8			8
Shampooing/Rinsing/Conditioning	4	2	3	9
Hairstyling to include pin curl and fingerwaves	17	12	25	54
Manicuring/Pedicuring/Advanced Nail Techniques	8	3	3	14
Kentucky Law	8			8
Haircutting		6	17	23
Permanent Waving		4	12	16
Hair coloring		12	21	33
Artificial Hair		2		2
Facials/Massage/Packs/Arching/Waxing/Makeup		2	4	6
Chemical Relaxing/Straightening		8	29	37
Sanitation/Safety		2	2	4
Guest Speaker		5		5
Practical Exam for Clinic			5	5
SUBTOTAL	66	63	121	250

Supervised Clinic Practice		Practice	Clinic	Total Hours
Sanitation & Safety			21	21
Shampooing/Rinsing/Conditioning			12	12
Hair & Scalp Treatments			17	17
Manicuring & Pedicuring			17	17
Haircutting			185	185
Hairstyling to include pin curl and fingerwave			192	192
Permanent Waving Chemical Relaxing			167	167
Hair coloring			116	116
Facials/Arching/Waxing			21	21
Desk & Dispensary			72	72
Communications & Client Relations			22	22
Guest Speakers			20	20
State Board Set/Mannikin Assignments		37		37
Final Practical Exam		5		5
SUBTOTAL		42	862	904

Scientific Subjects			Theory & Law		Total Hours
Properties of the Hair & Scalp			10		10
Facials			18		18
Facial Makeup			18		18
Hair Removal			8		8
Principles of Hair Design			10		10
Braiding & Braid Extensions			14		14
Wigs & Hair Enhancements			9		9
Chemical Texture Services			29		29
Haircutting			29		29
Haircoloring			29		29
Nail Structure & Growth			12		12
Histology of the Skin			10		10
Chemistry & Electricity			13		13
Anatomy & Physiology			12		12
Salon Business			12		12
Seeking Employment			15		15
On The Job			14		14
Kentucky Law			38		38
Demos/Lecture			19		19
Review & Final Exam			27		27
SUBTOTAL			346		346

Additional 100 hours for the cosmetology 1600 hour program:
Fundamental/Beauty Makeup  You are guided to understand the foundations of makeup including Skin Preparation, Eyebrow Shaping, Eyebrow Design, Color Theory, Face Shapes, Highlighting & Contouring, Makeup for Men, and Mature Skin Types. Further, you will learn to apply proper makeup techniques as you differentiate Eye Shapes and Lip Shapes. Bridal Makeup, Airbrush Fundamentals, and Makeup Marketing and Business.		15
Editorial Makeup You will proceed with more in depth makeup techniques. Work with Advanced Corrective Makeup, Advanced Airbrushing, Editorial Eyeliner, Smoky Eye and Bright & Bold Techniques. You will understand and create Texture in Makeup and Makeup for Black&White Photography. We prepare for mastery by studying Trends in Editorial makeup, Photo shoot Fundamentals, and Runway fundamentals. You will build your professional portfolio while learning to market yourself and become well-versed in on-set makeup artist etiquette.		40
Master Makeup You will be lead through the techniques that are vital in Film & Television. Beginning with the Evolution of Makeup, you will learn period makeup beginning in early 20th Century, 40's & 50's all the way through the 90's. After you've gained understanding of applying period looks, you will become proficient in master techniques that are used regularly in film and television: techniques for High Definition Cameras, Theatrical Looks, Avant Garde, Latex, Aging & Crying, Cuts & Bruises, Facial Hair/Prosthetics, Special Effects (FX) applications, and Airbrush techniques to create Fantasy Effects. You will effectively create a mood board and complete your own photo shoot that will artfully and professionally showcase your new makeup mastery as you begin your career as a skillfully prepared makeup artist.		45
SUBTOTAL		100

Summary For Cosmetology	Hours
Scientific Subjects	367
Kentucky Law	46
Beginners Demonstration	62
Beginners Practice	121
Demonstration/Practice/Clinic	904

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.

COSMETOLOGY (1600) PROGRAM TESTING AND GRADING PROCEDURE

The following tests and grading procedures are used to assess student learning and mastery of course content in the 1600-hour course:

1. Academic theory exams: Students must receive a grade of 70% or higher on each assigned theory exam.
2. Core written and practical skills evaluation: Students must receive a grade of 70% or higher on each written exam and each practical skill exam in order to complete the Core program. The exams are an overview of instruction taught during the Core schedule.  All Core written and practical skill exams must be passed with a 70% in order to transition to the Clinic Classroom. If students are unable to pass each exam after two attempts, the student may be asked to withdraw from the program and re-enroll in the next available Core class start date.
3. Final exam 1: This test covers an overview of all related cosmetology subjects (e.g., anatomy, chemistry, etc.). Students must receive a grade of 70% or higher on all final exams.
4. Final exam 2: The written exam covers an overview of all theory instruction, Kentucky state law, and other items covered on the state cosmetology exam. Students must receive a grade of 70% or higher on all final exams.
5. Clinic Practical Skill Assessments: Future Professionals progress in practical skill assessments and theory hours will be digitally monitored on a weekly basis by the Future Professional Advisor using the Course Key app. All assigned practical skill assessments must be completed in order to complete the program.

COSMETOLOGY (1600) INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES AND METHODS

The programs are provided through a sequential set of learning steps which address specific tasks necessary for State Board preparation, graduation and job entry level skills. 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 lecture, demonstration, and student participation. Audio-visual aids, guest speakers, field trips, and other related learning methods are used in the course.