This course encompasses the theory of advanced lab practices. This course includes an in-depth study of color correction, marcel curling, pressing, wiggery, salon management and State Laws and Rules. Students will study the State of Michigan Laws and Rules and understand the relationship the state, salon and school have. Students will further understand the diverse hair textures through soft curl blowouts and the styling methods using the pressing and marcel method. Sensitivity in communication will be discussed during Wiggery Theory in the tactful approach to hair loss and balding. Students will complete a cover letter and resume, effectively communicating their strengths, work history and abilities. Students will also study the seasonal color concepts and differentiate skin tones, colors and the appropriate hair colors, makeup choices to be used for each person. Live demonstrations and videos are presented prior to lab assignments. Students will be assessed at the completion of each subject and a cumulative exam at the completion of the course.
- Teacher: Katherine Webster
A laboratory course which provides practice in natural nail care, skin care, hair removal, hair and scalp analysis, shampoo and rinses, finger waving, basic wet and dry hairstyling techniques, hair sculpting, permanent waving and basic hair color. Students will be globally conscious in their design decisions when analyzing the diverse types of hair textures, colors, face and body shapes. Students will learn to communicate effectively with a diverse clientele base and analyze and assess for each unique need and desire. Students will be assessed through verbal question and answers and written multiple choice tests at the completion of each subject. Students will also be examined through hands-on demonstrations at the completion of the course.
- Teacher: Cindy Horner
This course involves the hands-on practice of the subjects previosly learned from COS101 and COS103. The lab portion enables the student to practice all skills, focusing on efficiency of skills and communication skills. Students will understand and apply state and local laws and understand how they affect the salon industry. Students expand upon their knowledge of all hair types and ethnicities in the application of soft curl blow outs, pressing and marcelling. Students will gain greater understanding of color correction. Students will see the daily operation of a salon through the lens of salon management and understand the importance of the business structure. Live demonstrations and video presentations are followed by actual or mock practice sessions. Students will be assessed verbally and through hands--on examinations at the completion of each subject, as well as the completion of this course.
- Teacher: Katherine Webster
This course is an in-depth theoretical approach to the various subjects an entry-level student will need to use as a building block for further learning. Professional development, sanitation, anatomy, electricty, chemistry, trichology, study of nails and skin are essential to promote a productive, creative student. Students will be able to relate and recognize the diverse learning and communication styles of each other and guests that enter the salon. Along with interactive lecture, numerous videos are used to create the connection between the text and the students own understanding. Students will be assessed at the completion of each subject through written exams. Students will also be assessed at the completion of the course with a cumulative exam.
- Teacher: Cindy Horner