COSMETOLOGY OPERATOR SYLLABUS
The objectives of the Cosmetology Operator program are to develop, in each student, the basic
knowledge and techniques in hairdressing, hair shaping, permanent waving, hair relaxing, hair
coloring, facials, manicuring, and related subjects.
The purpose of the Cosmetology Operator program is to properly train the students on all
aspects of the cosmetology industry which will result in passing the state board examination
and enjoying a rewarding career in the students chosen field.
Orientation & TDLR Rules & Laws 100 hrs
Shampoo & Related Theory 100 hrs
Chemistry 75 hrs
Salon Management and Practices 75 hrs
Hair and Scalp Treatment & Theory 50 hrs
Cold Waving & Related Theory 200 hrs
Chemical Hair Relaxing & Theory 50 hrs
Hair Coloring & Related Theory 200 hrs
Manicuring & Related Theory 100 hrs
Facials & Related Theory 50 hrs
Hair Cutting, Styling & Theory 500 hrs
1,500 Total Hours
The approximate time for completion of the full time Cosmetology Operator program is forty
(40) weeks and 83 weeks for part time students.
Course Completion dates are subject to attending 38 hours per week for full time or 26 hours per week part time.
Academic weeks are defined as actual weeks in attendance excluding holidays, school breaks, and
inclement weather days.
INSTRUCTOR SYLLABUS
The objectives of the Instructor program are to develop, in each student instructor, the basic knowledge and techniques needed to effectively communicate instruction in all areas of cosmetology and related subjects. All candidates must have one year of experience as licensed professional Operator, Manicurist, or Esthetician to be considered for the program.
The purpose of the Instructor program is to provide the skills necessary for success on the state board exam and to possess the qualifications needed for gainful employment in private or public schools of cosmetology
CURRICULUM CLOCK HOURS
(A) Lesson plans: 90 hours
(B) Methods of teaching: 120 hours
(C) Classroom management: 60 hours
(D) Evaluation techniques: 60 hours
(E) State laws and forms: 40 hours
(F) Visual aids preparation and use: 40 hours
(G) Learning theory: 70 hours
(H) Orientation, rules, and laws: 20 hours
500 CLOCK HOURS
The approximate time for completion of the full time Instructor program is fourteen (14)
weeks and twenty (20) weeks for part time students.
Course completion dates are subject to
attending 38 hours per week for full time students or 26 hours for part time students, Mondays through Thursdays and Saturdays. Make-up time is available on Fridays.
Academic weeks are defined as actual weeks in attendance excluding holidays, school breaks,
and inclement weather days
MANICURIST SYLLABUS
The objective of the Manicurist program is to develop, in each student, a basic knowledge of the nail and its disorders. Students will learn techniques in manicure, pedicure, and artificial nail application services.
The purpose of the Manicurist program is to develop the knowledge and skills in the practice of manicuring and pedicuring necessary for success on the state board exam and to gain entry and continual employment in the beauty industry.
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COURSE CURRICULUM
Orientation, Rules, Laws, and Preparation 15 hours
Equipment, Implements, and Supplies 15 hours
Professional Practices 80 hours
Bacteriology, Sanitation, and Safety 100 hours
Arms and Hands 70 hours
Procedures 320 hours
600 Total Hours
The approximate time for completion of the full time Manicurist program is sixteen (16) weeks and 24 weeks for part time students.
Course Completion dates are subject to attending 38 hours per week for full time students or 26 hours for part time students, Mondays through Thursdays and Saturdays. Make-up time is available on Fridays.
Academic weeks are defined as actual weeks in attendance excluding holidays, school breaks, and inclement weather days