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Course Syllabus

COSB 1205 Intermediate Cosmetology Lab I

  • Division: Business and Applied Tech
  • Department: Services Technology
  • Credit/Time Requirement: Credit: 3; Lecture: 0; Lab: 9
  • Clock/Hour Requirements: 135
  • Repeatable: Yes.
  • Prerequisites: COSB 1000, COSB 1005, COSB 1015, COSB 1100;
    also COSB 1200, COSB 1215, and COSB 1216 (which may be taken concurrently)
  • Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
  • Semester Approved: Summer 2022
  • Five-Year Review Semester: Spring 2027
  • End Semester: Spring 2028
  • Optimum Class Size: 10
  • Maximum Class Size: 15

Course Description

Students completing the COSB 1000 series will begin to perform services on clients in the salon lab. This course offers hands-on experience in manicuring, pedicuring, massage, facials, facial makeup, removal of unwanted hair by tweezing and waxing, hair extension application, shampooing, draping, finger waving, roller sets, thermal curling, braiding, haircoloring, hair lightening, chemical texture services, care of wigs, and haircutting. This course may be repeated for credit.

Justification

Lab instruction and practice are an integral part of this program. This course gives the first year student an opportunity to work in a salon environment. (morning lab)

The course content will prepare the student to take the National Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology Licensure Examination (NIC test). This is a requirement for licensure through the Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing of Utah.

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 skills 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.

Course Content

Course objectives will be accomplished by providing students with learning experiences in the following subject areas: -use and care of mannequins -maintaining a clean working environment-draping and shampooing, hair and scalp analysis -haircutting techniques, using clippers, razor and shears -chemical texture wrapping and processing -hair color and bleach applications -hairstyling, including thermal, roller sets and braiding-wig care, and hair extensions -facials, and removal of unwanted hair using wax and tweeze -manicures, pedicures, and artificial nail applications -first aid techniques for cuts, burns, and other emergencies-communication skills, appointment booking, phone skills