Catalog 2015-2016

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; skin, scalp, and hair treatments; haircutting, clipper design, precision cutting, and styling; dispensary; manicure, pedicure, and advanced nail techniques; 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. Students must pay a $50 supply fee when registering for this course.

Offered Spring on all campuses and Summer and Fall on the Athens Campus only

Prerequisite

COSM 1010 with a grade of C or higher, COSM 1020 with a grade of C or higher, COSM 1030 with a grade of C or higher, COSM 1040 with a grade of C or higher

Corequisite

COSM 1050, COSM 1060, COSM 1070