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Course Syllabus

COSB 2315 Advanced Barbering Lab

  • Division: Business and Applied Tech
  • Department: Services Technology
  • Credit/Time Requirement: Credit: 4; Lecture: 0; Lab: 12
  • Clock/Hour Requirements: 180
  • Prerequisites: COSB 1000 COSB 1005, COSB 1015, COSB 1100, COSB 1200, COSB 1205, COSB 1215; and COSB 2300, COSB 2305, COSB 2505 (the three of these can be taken concurrently).
  • Semesters Offered: TBA
  • Semester Approved: Spring 2021
  • Five-Year Review Semester: Summer 2026
  • End Semester: Fall 2026
  • Optimum Class Size: 10
  • Maximum Class Size: 15

Course Description

Barbering is an exciting component in the Cosmetology/Barbering program. Imagine days from the old west, where a gentlemen could get a straight razor shave. This is just one of the services a student will learn in this lab course. This course provides in-depth practical experience in learning and achieving advanced techniques in all areas essential to becoming a successful cosmetologist/barber. Students perform services in a salon setting. This course has a service learning component.

Justification

Students taking this course will be involved in performing advanced technical services in the salon. (second-year afternoon lab)

This course is required by the State Cosmetology Board to prepare students in cosmetology/barbering theory and practices. The course content will give the practical experiences necessary to help prepare students to take the National Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology Licensure Examination (NIC test).

Student Learning Outcomes

  1. Students will perform the principles and practices related to cosmetology/barbering skills; i.e., general hair care, styling, haircutting, straight razor shaving, hair extensions, chemical texture services, haircoloring, skin and nail care services and other material essential to becoming a successful cosmetologist/barber.
  2. Students will maintain a clean work environment and follow the proper procedures for safety and infection control. Students will recognize potential safety hazards and implement accepted methods to mitigate those hazards.
  3. Students will be able to evaluate and communicate client needs, determine the action needed, maintain client records, and use professional ethics relevant to the salon business.
  4. Students will exhibit professionalism as they complete and present their Fashion Fusion Project.
  5. Students will be able to serve in the community as they provide services to the elderly in local care centers, involved in club activities, and teaching hygiene classes to youth groups.

Course Content

Course objectives will be accomplished by providing students with learning experiences in the following subject areas: -maintaining a clean working environment-hair and scalp analysis, and electrotherapy treatments -haircutting techniques, using clippers, razor and shears -chemical texture advanced wrapping techniques -hair color and bleach applications -hairstyling, including thermal, roller sets and braiding-wig care, hair extensions and hairpiece care-straight razor shaving, beard and mustache trimming-facials, and removal of unwanted hair using wax and tweeze -manicures, pedicures, and artificial nail applications -men specific manicures, pedicures and facials-first aid techniques for cuts, burns, and other emergencies-communication skills, appointment booking, phone skills -community involvement, services at local care centers