Human Services Career Cluster - Cosmetology
MAJORS OFFERED
Cosmetology
Required Courses (8 units required)
- Cosmetology 1 (2 units)
- Cosmetology 2 (2 units)
- Cosmetology 3 (2 units)
- Cosmetology 4 (2 units)
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
COSMETOLOGY 1 2 units
Prerequisites:
- Current 11th grader
- English 1 and Algebra 1 with grade C or higher in each
- Pre-entry Interview
Course Code – 615021CD Maximum Class Size - 20
Cosmetology 1 introduces students to the field of cosmetology and the related cosmetics arts. Training is done in the classroom and lab. Students will learn basic manipulative skills, safety judgments, proper work habits, professionalism, and desirable attitudes necessary to begin a career as a licensed cosmetologist. This course of study includes orientation, safety, life skills, management, professional image, communicating for success, infection control, anatomy and physiology, electricity, properties of the hair, principles of hair design, shampooing, conditioning, haircutting, wet hairstyling, thermal hairstyling, thermal styling, braiding. Students will only work on mannequins in lab work. Student kits will stay at school until the student has been trained to use the tools.
COSMETOLOGY 2 2 units
Prerequisites:
- Current 11th grader
- English 2 and Math unit with grade C or higher in each
- Cosmetology 1 with grade C or higher
- 250 Cosmetology hours
- Teacher recommendation
Course Code – 615121CD Maximum Class Size - 20
Cosmetology 2 is a continuation of Cosmetology 1. Training is done in the classroom and lab. Students will continue working to perfect the skills learned in Cosmetology 1. In this class students will learn nail diseases and disorders; properties of the hair, scalp, and nails; manicure; pedicure; principles of hair design; and chemical texture service. Students will be able to perform service for the public in a student service salon and will also continue to work on mannequins. Students who are ready will start competing in state and national level competitions. There is a fee for this course.
COSMETOLOGY 3 2 units
Prerequisites:
- Entering 12th grade
- Cosmetology 2 with grade C or higher
- 550 Cosmetology hours
Course Code – 615221CD Maximum Class Size - 20
Cosmetology 3 is a continuation of Cosmetology 2. The students will work on perfecting the skills previously studied. In addition, this course will include hair relaxing, color theory, hair color, and study of the skin, facials, makeup, and hair removal.
COSMETOLOGY 4 2 units
Prerequisites:
- Entering 12th grade
- Cosmetology 3 with grade C or higher
- 750 Cosmetology hours
Course Code – 615321CD Maximum Class Size - 20
Cosmetology 4 will prepare the students to take the SC State Board of Cosmetology written and practical exams, salon management, business skills, and job seeking skills. To receive credit for the class the student must have earned a minimum of 1000 hours in cosmetology and is required to take SC State Board exams. There is a fee for this course. Human Services Internship, Work-Based Credit 1 unit Prerequisites: • Cosmetology 4 Course Code: 579000CW Human Services Internship is a structured work-based credit bearing course that is taken as a fifth unit in a CATE completer program.
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Honors Framework:
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Potential Careers:
Cosmetology
Aesthetician
Nail Tech
Available Certifications:
South Carolina Professional Licenses LLR
Student Organizations:
Skills USA
National Technical Honor Society