Topics covered in this course include orientation to the cosmetology field, its history, and the current state of the profession. This course also provides a foundation for understanding the histology of hair, principles of personal hygiene, requirements and procedures for sterilization, disinfection and sanitation, roller control, manicures and pedicures. Additionally, thermal and long-hair styling will be introduced. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.

Students learn to identify, safely use and properly care for the various types of tools used for cutting and shaping hair. Students develop skill and proficiency in shaping hair with scissors and razors, as well as in various methods of cutting hair as required by specific hair styling and permanent waving. Considerable emphasis is placed on efficiency and quality. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.

Through this course, students receive comprehensive instruction regarding the tools, materials, equipment and methods of basic hair styling techniques, both wet and thermal. Emphasis is placed on adapting hairstyles to suit the individual by analyzing texture, elasticity and porosity of various types of hair. Braiding, extensions and wig making techniques are also introduced. The course provides opportunities for the clinical application of services for which the student has received training. The student must pass the 600 proficiency exam both written and practical as part of the course requirements. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a licensed instructor.

Through this course, students will learn about chemical texture services, hair color, implements, materials and products used during chemical application techniques. Through comprehensive hair analysis, the student will make informative decisions regarding chemical textures services and hair color formulations. This course provides opportunities for the clinical application of services for which the student has received training. The student must pass the 900 Proficiency Exam, both written and practical, as part of course requirements. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a licensed instructor.

This course provides opportunities for the practical application of specific cosmetology customer services for which the student has received previous training. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a licensed and experienced instructor. Emphasis is placed on the development of proficiency of client services. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.

This course provides opportunities for the practical application of specific cosmetology customer services for which the student has received previous training. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a licensed and experienced instructor. Emphasis is placed on the development of proficiency of client services and career development.

This course provides opportunities for the practical application of specific barbering customer services for which the student has received previous training. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a licensed instructor. Emphasis is placed on the development of proficiency of client services. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.

This course provides opportunities for the practical application of specific barbering customer services for which the student has received previous training. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a licensed instructor. Emphasis is placed on the development of the proficiency of client services and career development.

Students received advance training to increase proficiency in all areas of customer servicing as it relates to cosmetology. Although trainees perform all work under direct supervision of a licensed instructor, they are much less dependent upon instructors in carrying out assignments, Students will refine and further develop specific skills and technique previously learned to enhance hair coloring, make up, acrylic nails, long hair and creative design on live models. Oral presentations as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.

This course provides the opportunity for practical application of all previously acquired cosmetology knowledge and skills. Trainees perform all work under direct supervision of a licensed instructor and are much less dependent upon instructors in carrying out assignments. Considerable emphasis is placed on efficiency and quality of work performed while servicing clients. Finalizing of the portfolio is required for this course. Preparation and review for the Illinois State Cosmetology exam will be provided. Internships as appropriate to the discipline may be part of the course.

Students receive advanced training to increase proficiency in all areas of customer service as it relates to barbering. Although trainees perform all work under direct supervision of a licensed and experienced instructor, they are much less dependent upon instructors in carrying out assignments Students will refine and further develop specific skills and techniques previously learned to enhance hair shaping, hair coloring, make-up, long hair, razor shaving and creative graphic design on live models. Oral presentations as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.

This course provides the opportunity for practical application of all previously acquired barbering knowledge and skills. Trainees perform all work under direct supervision of a licensed instructor and are much less dependent upon instructors in carrying out assignments. Considerable emphasis is placed on efficiency and quality of work performed while servicing clients. Finalizing of the portfolio is required for this course. Preparation and review for the Illinois State barbering exam will be provided. Internships as appropriate to the discipline may be part of the course.

This course covers subjects in the basic Cosmetology curriculum such as proper techniques in roller setting, haircutting, clipper and razor cutting, skin care, and massage, including theory and practice. Presentation of material includes the concepts that are intended to be taught and the skills to be acquired during the various phases of basic education. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.

This course covers subjects in the basic Cosmetology curriculum such as proper techniques in wet hair styling, manicuring, pedicuring, chemical hair treatment, and hair coloring, including theory and practice. Presentation of materials includes the concepts that are intended to he taught and the skills to be acquired during the various phases of basic education. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.

Topics in this course cover educational objectives, student characteristics and development, the learning process and evaluation of learning, classroom management and lesson planning, assessment of learner performance, student motivation, and classroom development. Preparation and organization of subject matter of presentations include teaching objectives to be accomplished and correlate theoretical and practical applications. Salon Business basics are included, as well as applicable Illinois statutes and professional regulations. A portfolio and writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.

This course is conducted under the direct supervision of an Illinois licensed Cosmetology Teacher. It prepares the student teacher in presenting theoretical and practical demonstrations to students in the basic cosmetology curriculum. These demonstrations include the use of educational materials used in the classroom; use of technology in the classroom; and teaching techniques and technical skills in hair cutting procedures, using the clipper and the razor, procedures for analyze the skin, care of the skin and using massage and the skin care machine, and the development of hair styling techniques. A portfolio and writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.