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COS 100 –
Introduction to Cosmetology Theory
Introduces the fundamental theory and practices of the cosmetology
profession.
Emphasis will be placed on professional practices and safety. Topics include:
state and local laws, rules, and regulations; professional image; bacteriology;
decontamination and infection control; chemistry fundamentals; safety;
Hazardous Duty Standards Act compliance; and anatomy and physiology.
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State and
Local Laws, Rules, and Regulations |
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5 |
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Professional
Image |
D. Lab |
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Bacteriology |
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Lab/O.B.I. |
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Decontamination
and Infection Control |
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5 |
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Chemistry
Fundamentals |
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Safety |
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Hazardous
Duty Standards Act Compliance |
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Anatomy
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Prerequisite: |
Program
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Corequisite: |
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Course Guide |
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Competency |
After completing this section, the
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STATE
AND LOCAL LAWS, RULES, AND REGULATIONS |
5 |
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State
laws, rules, and regulations |
Define
cosmetologist. |
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State the
number of board members. |
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List
types of certificates of registration. |
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Local
laws, rules, and regulations |
Identify
local laws different from state laws. |
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School
rules and regulations |
List
daily duties for sanitation and operation. |
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PROFESSIONAL
IMAGE |
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Hygiene |
Summarize
and define personal and public hygiene. Describe hygiene rules and list
rules of cleanliness. Demonstrate good grooming principles. |
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BACTERIOLOGY |
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Define
bacteriology. |
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List
types and classifications of bacteria. |
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DECONTAMINATION AND
INFECTION CONTROL
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5 |
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Define,
dry, wet sanitizing. Define chemical and
physical sanitizing. Define methods of sanitizing. |
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CHEMISTRY FUNDAMENTALS
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10 |
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Chemistry |
Differentiate
between organic and inorganic chemistry. |
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Define
atom, molecule, solution, and emulsion. |
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Demonstrate
composition of elements, compounds, and mixtures. |
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Describe
properties of matter related to cosmetology. |
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SAFETY
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5 |
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Equipment
maintenance |
Demonstrate
proper maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment. |
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First aid |
Demonstrate
first aid for minor cuts and chemical reactions. |
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Emergency
procedures |
Participate
in emergency evacuation procedures. |
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HAZARDOUS
DUTY STANDARDS ACT COMPLIANCE |
5 |
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Electrical Chemical Walkways Equipment |
Demonstrate
knowledge of state and Federal regulations (i.e. hazardous materials). |
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ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
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10 |
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Terms
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Define
the terms physiology and anatomy. |
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Structure |
Describe
physiological cells and tissues. |
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List the
systems of the body that affect cosmetology services. |
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Describe
the bones, muscles, nerves, and circulation of the head, face, neck, and
shoulders. |
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Function |
Explain
the function of the bones, muscles, nerves, and circulation of the head,
face, neck, and shoulders. |
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Suggested Resources |
Milady
Standard Cosmetology Study Guide 2004 edition by Milady
Milady
Standard Cosmetology Theory and Practical Workbook 2004
Pivot Point
Salon Fundamentals –Pivot Point International 2002
Pivot Point
Workbook of Salon Fundamentals –Pivot Point International 2002.
Videos/slides/other
resources
CN
Shop Talk