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Course Syllabus

COSB 1005 Basic Cosmetology Lab

  • Division: Business and Applied Tech
  • Department: Services Technology
  • Credit/Time Requirement: Credit: 5; Lecture: 0; Lab: 15
  • Clock/Hour Requirements: 225
  • Corequisites: COSB 1000, COSB 1015, and COSB 1100
  • Semesters Offered: TBA
  • Semester Approved: Spring 2021
  • Five-Year Review Semester: Summer 2026
  • End Semester: Fall 2026
  • Optimum Class Size: 6
  • Maximum Class Size: 8

Course Description

Practice and lab experiences include shampooing, scalp and hair treatments, manicuring, pedicuring, artificial nails, haircutting, hairstyling, chemical texture, facials, makeup application, hair coloring, hair lightening, shaving, waxing, and hair extension applications. Lab instruction and practice are an integral part of this program.

Justification

This lab course and the Basic Barbering Lab course are the main lab components for the COSB 1000 series.

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

Student Learning Outcomes

  1. Students will maintain a clean work environment and follow the proper procedures for safety and infection control.
  2. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the principles and practices related to cosmetology skills; i.e. general hair care, styling, haircutting, chemical texture, skin and nail care, and the proper application of color.
  3. Students will demonstrate his or her understanding of the process of communication. Evaluating client needs and the action required to produce client expectations.

Course Content

Course objectives will be accomplished by providing students with learning experiences in the following subject areas: -practice methods to ensure personal health and well-being -maintaining a clean working environment -proper draping and shampooing -hair, scalp, nail and skin analysis-hairstyling techniques -basic haircutting, using shears and razors -basic hair color applications-chemical texture skills -basic skin care and facial techniques -nail care, including pedicures, manicures and enhancements -basic communication skills -use of first aid for cuts, burns, and other emergencies