Course Syllabus

TECS 1030 Cosmetology/Hair Design Chemical Services Basics

Course Description

The Cosmetology/Hair Design Chemical Services Basics course covers the basics of chemical services such as chemical relaxer theory and techniques, color theory and techniques, and perming theory and techniques. Students receive instructions, perform demonstrations, and perform practical applications for each of these basic cosmetology and hair design-related chemical services. Theory for each subject is covered and students are required to demonstrate competency through practical application, assignments, and testing.

Justification

This is a course required by the State Cosmetology Board to prepare students for further in-depth study in cosmetology/barbering theory and practices. It is also required before students are authorized to work in a laboratory setting or with patrons.

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, hair coloring, 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. Students will be assessed as they perform a client consultation at the beginning of each service.
4. Students will learn and apply the basics of chemical services such as chemical relaxer theory and techniques, color theory and techniques, and perming theory and techniques.

Course Content

This course aims to do the following:- Define the law of color, complementary colors, the color wheel, color levels, color tones, and neutralizing tones.- Demonstrate proper mixing and application of different hair coloring and hair lightening services.- Demonstrate chemical relaxer techniques.- Demonstrate the different methods of permanent waving and wrapping.- Explain the proper procedures in the application of chemicals associated with permanent waving and chemical relaxers.- Demonstrate and learn practical applications while working on course-related content.- Demonstrate and explain other theories, practical applications, and procedures associated with chemical services.