COSM 1090 Hair Services Practicum I (1-9-3)
This course provides the laboratory experiences needed to develop the skill levels required to be competent cosmetologists. The allocation of time to the various phases of cosmetology is prescribed by the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology. This course includes a portion of the hours required for licensure. Topics include permanent waving and relaxers; hair color, foiling, and lightening; scalp, and hair treatments; haircutting, clipper design, precision cutting, and styling; dispensary; reception; safety precautions and decontamination; Hazardous Duty Standards Act compliance; product knowledge; customer service skills; client retention; State Board rules and regulations guidelines; State Board foundation prep; and professional conduct.
A work ethic grade is assigned for this course. For more information see Work Ethics.
Offered Spring on the Athens campus; Summer on the Athens, Elbert, and Walton campuses
Syllabus for this course