Cosmetology Curriculum
Level 1: 250 Hours
Each school or licensed instructor will require each student to obtain 250 total hours of training before the student performs clinical services on a client. Of these 250 hours (theory and mannequin styling) 15 hours will be on skin care, 10 hours on nail care, and the final 25 hours will be on live models. For the purpose of this rule, one (1) credit hour equals 1 clock hours for the first 250 hours of training.
Theory
50 Credit Hours
This includes instruction by a licensed instructor in the following subjects:
- Chemistry
- Sanitation and sterilization
- Introduction to skin and nail care
- EPA and OSHA – Infection Control Standards; blood spill procedures
- HIV/AIDS and other communicable diseases
Theory of Permanent Waving
20 Credit Hours
This includes instruction by a licensed instructor in the following subjects:
- The chemistry of permanent wave solution and its reaction
- the chemistry of relaxers and tis reaction
- The principles of permanent wave and rod placement
Laboratory
50 Credit Hours
This includes practical training in the following subjects:
- Training on mannequin
- Training on models without compensation
Theory of Hair Coloring
45 Credit Hours
This includes instruction by a licensed instructor in the following subjects:
- Chemistry of color
- Principles of color application
- The chemical action of hair color
Theory of Hair Cutting
30 Credit Hours
This includes instruction by a licensed instructor in the following subjects:
- Proper Handling and of care instruments
Theory of Shampooing
15 Credit Hours
This includes instruction by a licensed instructor in the following subjects:
- Proper procedure of shampooing
- Knowledge of shampoo formula
- Water Temperature
Theory of Hair and Scalp Treatments and Conditioning
20 Credit Hours
This includes instruction by a licensed instructor in the following subjects:
- Hair analysis
- Scalp condition
- Treatments
- Analysis condition and treatments
Theory of Nail and Skin Care
45 Credit Hours
This includes instruction by a licensed instructor in the following subjects:
- Concepts and principles of nail care procedures and techniques
Level 2: 1250 hours
When a student has completed 250 credit hours (250 clock hours) in the above curriculum, with a minimum passing score of 80%, the student is prepared to progress to the clinic floor to perform clinical services on patrons. After completion of the first 250 credit hours/250 clock hours of Level 1 training, the curriculum will be as follows:
Theory
100 Credit Hours
This includes instruction by a licensed instructor in the theory and practice of all required subjects of cosmetology and the following subjects:
- Sanitation and sterilization
- Physiology
- Electricity
- Safety precautions
- Chemistry of beauty products, actions/reactions and the composition of tints, dyes, and bleaches
- Salesmanship
- Telephone etiquettes and ethics
- Salon department: consisting of instruction in courtesy, neatness and professional attitude when interacting with the public
Charm and Art & Ethics
50 Credit Hours
This includes instruction by a licensed instructor in the following subjects:
- Social Skills
- Reception or Desk Work
- Art and Ethics
- State Board of Cosmetology Laws and Rules
Scalp and Hair Treatments
50 Credit Hours
This includes instruction by a licensed instructor in the following subjects:
- Brushing and manipulation
- Corrective treatment
- Reconditioning treatment
Laboratory
50 Credit Hours
This includes practical training by a licensed instructor in the following subjects:
- Preparing germicidal solutions
- Shampoos
- Tint and bleaches
- Washing and sterilizing all equipment in the beauty salon
Hair Removal
30 Credit Hours
This includes instruction by a licensed instructor in the following subjects:
- Lip, chin, and face
- Brow tweezing
- Brow waxing
Permanent Waving
180 Credit Hours
Hair Coloring and Lightening
140 Credit Hours
This includes the following:
- Concepts and principles of nail care procedures and techniques
Hair Cutting and Shaping
125 Credit Hours
Chemical Hair Relaxing
100 Credit Hours
Facial Make-up and Hair Removal
55 Credit Hours
This includes instruction by a licensed instructor in the following subjects:
- Facial treatments
- Make-up applications
- Brow and last tint
Hairdressing, Shampoo and Comb-Out
280 Credit Hours
This includes shampoos, comprising dry, soap less, oil and re-conditioner, finger waving, wet curls, thermo-curling, blow drying, hair styles, comb-outs ad all types of pressing hot combs and chemicals
Manicures, Pedicures, Nail Sculpting
90 Credit Hours
This includes instruction by a licensed instructor in the following subjects:
- Manicures with hand and forearm massage
- Pedicures with foot and leg massage
- Nail sculpting
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have made. The teachers genuinely care about you
and your career. They really make sure you have all
the technique as well as knowledge to be
successful…. A.S.
Pro Way has an amazing Master Barber program
as well as an amazing staff who give their all from
day one. I received education, instruction as well
as tools that helped my think outside the box and
jump start and maintain, then elevate my new career!
Priceless... T.S.
I learned how to be a better person, to always
be professional, to interact with clients from all stand
points and how to remain humbled. Also,
Mr. Whitfield (Pro Way instructor), made me more
aware of who I am as a person (As a Man). That was
the most powerful thing I got from Pro Way… J.E.
Pro Way and their staff have motivated me to
become a great barber. I honestly wouldn't have
been able to complete the program if it wasn't for the
entire staff. Every one of them played a huge role in
helping me grow not only as a student but into a true
professional. I'm blessed to say I attended Pro Way
where learned from the best group of instructors and
staff. Thank you Pro Way…..S.N.