Program Description:
Program CIP Code: 12.0407
Program SOC Code: 39-5012
Enter the captivating world of hairstyling! Our hairstylist course is your passport to a realm where the art of hair transformation takes center stage. This comprehensive program covers a wide spectrum of skills and techniques, from arranging and blow-drying to cutting, curling, cleansing, and beyond. Throughout your journey, you’ll harness the power of both electrical and nonelectrical devices to perform a range of hair services, including shampooing, dressing, extending, waving, braiding, and nonchemical straightening.
As a hairstylist, you’ll have the opportunity to unleash your creativity and make clients feel confident and beautiful. Join us as we embark on this journey to unveil the secrets of hairstyling, enabling you to express your unique talent and turn hair into exquisite masterpieces. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out, this course will provide you with the knowledge and skills to thrive in the dynamic and rewarding field of hairstyling.
Educational Goals:
Upon completion of this program, students will be comfortable dealing with and performing the following:
- Cosmetology Chemistry;
- Health and Safety / Hazardous Substances;
- Disinfection and Sanitation;
- Bacteriology, Anatomy, and Physiology;
- Hair Cutting & Hair Styling
- Understand and learn how to use various tools and equipment for hairstyling services.
- Develop a positive work ethic and the self-discipline required for work and advancement in the industry.
- Equipped to make an impact in the career path of your choice.
- Learn from industry professionals with real world experience.
- Salon business and Labor Law.
Career
Following your graduation, a wide range of career opportunities will unfold before you, encompassing roles such as a hairdresser, hairstylist, hair designer, haircutter, stylist, hair artist, hair technician, braider, or salon professional. Your career path may lead you to independent salons, day spas, national franchises, independent chains, or even the possibility of establishing your very own salon in the future.
Prerequisite:
None
Instructional Method:
Students may choose to learn the entire course on-campus or instructor-led (synchronous) distance education.
The program does not require internships or externships.
Distance Education:
Students can earn 300 hours (50%) of the program.
Session:
Begin weekly on Mondays.
Equipment / Supply List:
Textbook:Milady’s standard cosmetology, latest edition. Publisher: Thomson Delmar Learning.
- Carrying duffel bag, apron
- Hair cutting tools
- Hair styling tools
- Clipper / Trimmer / Shaver
- Sanitation supplies
- Styling / barber / cutting combs
- Mannequin heads
Curriculum:
The curriculum for students enrolled in a Hairstylist course shall consist of six hundred (600) clock hours of technical instruction and practical operations covering all practices constituting the art of barbering pursuant to Section 7316 of the Barbering and Cosmetology Act. Technical instruction means instruction given by demonstration, lecture, classroom participation, or examination. Practical operation means the actual performance by the student of a complete service on another person or on a mannequin. Practical training means the time it takes to perform a practical operation.
| Subjects | Breakdown | Min. Req. Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Health and Safety | Includes hazardous substances, chemical safety, safety data sheets, protection from hazardous chemicals, preventing chemical injuries, health and safety laws and regulations, and preventing communicable diseases. Board Approved Health & Safety Course (B&P 7389(a)): Including instruction on hazardous substances, basic labor laws, and physical and sexual assault awareness. | 100 |
| Disinfection and Sanitation | Includes disinfection procedures to protect the health and safety of consumers as well as the technician and proper disinfection procedures for equipment used in establishments. | 100 |
| Hair Styling Services | Including instruction on arranging, blow drying, cleansing, curling, dressing, hair analysis, shampooing, waving, and nonchemical straightening, and hair cutting including the use of shears, razors, electrical clippers and trimmers, and thinning shears, for wet and dry cutting. | 300 |
| Advanced Techniques and Salon Business | Advanced hair styling techniques. Head spa treatment. Salon business. Sales and marketing. | 100 |
| Total Hours | 600 |
