COSMETOLOGY

COSMETOLOGY I 729

1 credit

First year students spend time learning safety procedures, disinfection and sanitation regulations, communication skills and all basic procedures such as braiding, up-styling, roller placement, manicures, pedicures, scalp treatments, foiling techniques, coloring and hair cutting. The Cosmetology program is designed to fulfill the requirements for the RI State Cosmetologists license. This includes 1,500 hours of instruction and preparation for the written and practical exams required for the license. Students will have opportunities to produce work that may meet the requirements for Expectations 2, 3, 4, 5, 8 of the Graduation Portfolio.

COSMETOLOGY II 739

2 credits

Second year students expand on their skills and gain added experience in advanced work in hair shaping, up-styles designs, care and styling of wigs, facial treatments, manicures, nail enhancements, hair coloring, salon management, appropriate professional behavior, and anatomy. Students will have opportunities to produce work that may meet the requirements for Expectations 2, 3, 4, 5, 8 of the Graduation Portfolio.

COSMETOLOGY III 749

3 credits

Third year students continue to enhance their skills through “hands on” work while assisting the seniors with patrons of the Cosmetology Salon. Students learn advanced styling techniques, up-styling designs, foiling, coloring, color theory, re-texturizing services, scalp care, and nail enhancements. Students are introduced to the skills in effective salon operations. Students begin to prepare for the RI State Cosmetology Licensing Exam, which includes both written and practical tests. Students will have opportunities to produce work that may meet the requirements for Expectations 2, 3, 4, 5, 8 of the Graduation Portfolio.

COSMETOLOGY IV 770

3 credits

Fourth year students continue to enhance their skills through “hands on” work with patrons of the Cosmetology Salon. Students learn advanced styling techniques, foiling, coloring, re-texturizing services, scalp care, nail enhancements, and hair color formulations. Students develop skills in effective salon operations. Students prepare for and take the RI State Cosmetology Licensing Exam, which includes both written and practical tests. Students achieving sufficient hours and standards to qualify for working in salons are encouraged to participate in an internship to complement and supplement the skills learned in the program. Students receive a fourth math credit toward graduation requirements upon successful completion of the program. Students will have opportunities to produce work that may meet the requirements for Expectations 2, 3, 4, 5, 8 of the Graduation Portfolio.