Cosmetology & Barbering

Program Overview
The Cosmetology program trains learners in the basic manipulative skills, safety judgments, proper work habits, and desirable attitudes necessary to obtain licensure and for competency in entry level positions in cosmetology or a related career field.

Objectives

Upon completion of the program requirements, the graduate will be able to:

1. Project a positive attitude and a sense of personal integrity and self-confidence

2. Practice effective communications skills, visual poise, and proper grooming

3. Discuss the importance of delivering worthy service for value received in an employer–employee relationship

4. Develop effective work habits in the interest of safety and infection control

5. Perform the basic manipulative skills in the areas of hair, skin, and nail care

6. Demonstrate the basic analytical skills needed to determine proper makeup, hairstyle, and color application to match the client’s overall image

7. Apply learned theory, technical information, and related matter to ensure sound judgments, decisions, and procedures within the scope of the job

8. Identify new and current information related to skills, trends, and methods for career development in cosmetology and related fields to continue to achieve career success

Instruction 

The credit-hour education is provided through a sequential set of learning units that address both theoretical knowledge and the specific practical skills necessary for certification or licensure, graduation, and entry-level job skills. Student salon equipment, implements, and products are comparable to those used in the industry. Each learner will receive instruction that relates to the performance of useful, creative, and productive career-oriented activities. The program is presented through comprehensive lesson plans that reflect effective educational methods and follow Milady Standard Cosmetology. Subjects are presented by means of interactive lecture, demonstration, distance learning, learner participation, and learner activities. Audiovisual aids, guest speakers, field trips, projects, activities, and other learning methods are used throughout the program.

Industry Based Certification

• Upon successful completion of the cosmetology program students are eligible to take the state cosmetology written and practical licensing exam.

Program Overview

Barbering is an extended course of study that enables students to become licensed barbers through Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR).  Barbering is one program of study that allows students to earn an industry certificate that launches them into a professional career immediately, yet also specifies rigorous core curricula that prepares the student to be successful in a post-secondary learning environment.  

Objectives
Upon completion of the program requirements, the graduate will be able to:

1. Project a positive attitude and a sense of personal integrity and self-confidence
2. Practice effective communications skills, visual poise, and proper grooming
3. Discuss the importance of delivering worthy service for value received in an employer–employee relationship
4. Develop effective work habits in the interest of safety and infection control
5. Perform the basic manipulative skills in the areas of hair, skin, and nail care
6. Demonstrate knowledge of practical skills such as manicure, pedicure, or hairstyling
7. Apply learned theory, technical information, and related matter to ensure sound judgments, decisions, and procedures within the scope of the job
8. Identify new and current information related to skills, trends, and methods for career development in barbering and related fields to continue to achieve career success

Instruction 

The credit-hour education is provided through a sequential set of learning units that address both theoretical knowledge and the specific practical skills necessary for certification or licensure, graduation, and entry-level job skills. Student salon equipment, implements, and products are comparable to those used in the industry. Each learner will receive instruction that relates to the performance of useful, creative, and productive career-oriented activities. The program is presented through comprehensive lesson plans that reflect effective educational methods and follow Milady Standard Barbering. Subjects are presented by means of interactive lecture, demonstration, distance learning, learner participation, and learner activities. Audiovisual aids, guest speakers, field trips, projects, activities, and other learning methods are used throughout the program.

Industry-Based Certification

• State Barbering Written and Practical Licensing Exam