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Course Syllabus

TECS 2900 Cosmetology/Barbering Clinical I

  • Division: Business and Applied Tech
  • Department: Services Technology
  • Credit/Time Requirement: Credit: 3; Lecture: 1.5; Lab: 1.5
  • Clock/Hour Requirements: 135
  • Semesters Offered:
  • Semester Approved: Summer 2024
  • Five-Year Review Semester: Summer 2029
  • End Semester: Spring 2030
  • Optimum Class Size: 32
  • Maximum Class Size: 32

Course Description

In the Cosmetology/Barbering Clinical I course, students begin to provide salon services in the clinical setting. This course provides practical experience and learning in a real salon setting. Students perform the services learned in previous courses on clients. This course helps prepare students for client work and building a clientele.

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 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 barbering skills; i.e. general hair care, men's styling, barber cuts, straight razor shaves, beard trimming and design, facials, and nail care.
  3. 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.
  4. 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

This course aims to do the following:• Demonstrate salon processes and etiquette.• Teach students how to communicate effectively with salon guests and coworkers.• Demonstrate sanitation procedures necessary for the health & safety of clients and self.• Perform cosmetology services on public guests.• Demonstrate other theories, practical applications, and procedures associated with the Cosmetology/Barbering clinical floor.