COSM 1160 Clinic V

COSM 1160: Clinic V

Description

Clinic V facilitates students to explore opportunities to develop the practical skills necessary for entry-level salon work concentrating on hair and scalp analysis, manual texture manipulations including braiding and twisting, application and customization of wigs and hair additions/extensions, safety procedures and sanitation, and fulfillment of state mandated service quotas for licensure. This course will contribute 96 hours toward licensure. The State of Minnesota mandates the hours to go toward the hour requirements.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

COSM 1100, COSM 1105, COSM 1110, COSM 1115, COSM 1120 or permission from instructor

Corequisite

None

Topics to be Covered

1. Intermediary practical skill development

2. Soft skill utilization including professional consultations, recommendations, and communication

3. Successful completion of prescribed service quotas required for licensure

Proper safety and sanitation procedures to maintain compliance with State Board requirements

4. Hair and scalp analysis with identification of contraindications for service

5. Braiding, twisting, and locking techniques for multitextured hair

6. Styling and application of wigs, hair additions, and extensions

Learning Outcomes

1. Identify and distinguish the different structures of the hair root

2. Differentiate the three main layers of the hair shaft

3. Contrast the three cycles of hair growth

4. Recognize the common hair and scalp disorders seen in salons

5. Specify which diseases and disorders of the scalp present a contraindication for service and/or referral to a physician for diagnosis and treatment

6. Establish the 6 basic types, principals, and techniques for braiding

7. Cite the reasons why cosmetologists study wigs and hair additions

8. Explain the differences between human and synthetic hair

9. Investigate hair extension methodologies

Credit Details

Lecture: 2

Lab: 2

OJT: 0

MnTC Goal Area(s): None