Cosmetology (1600) Course Information

Cosmetology (1600) Course Description

Standard Occupational Classification (SOC 39-5012.00, CIP 12.0401)

The curriculum involves 1500 hours to satisfy Illinois state requirements. The course includes extensive instruction and practical experience in cutting, hair coloring, perming, customer service, personal appearance and hygiene, personal motivation and development, retail skills, client record keeping, business ethics, sanitation, state laws and regulations, salon-type administration, and job interviewing. The state of Illinois requires 1500 hours of education to become licensed as a cosmetologist; however, the school is approved by the state to offer a 1600-hour cosmetology course. Within the additional 100 hours, the student will be able to master the skills and techniques of makeup artistry.

*Graduates will be prepared to be an entry-level cosmetologist.

This course is taught in English. Textbooks and course materials are only offered in the English language.

COSMETOLOGY (1600) COURSE OVERVIEW

Course Hours: 1600 clock hours

The course is divided into pre-clinical classroom instruction and clinical service learning experiences.

1. Pre-clinical Classroom Instruction: Up to 200 hours are devoted to classroom workshops where students learn design principles, technical information, and professional practices.
2. Clinic and Classroom Learning Experience: The remaining 1400 hours are spent in the classroom and clinic area where practical experience is gained.
3. Instructional Methods: Students are guided through the 1600-hour curriculum by Learning Leaders using various instructional methods including, but not limited to, on-site education, hands-on education, lectures, digital textbooks, videos, digital applications, digital handouts, study guides, the use of doll heads, the clinic classroom floor, mini classes, apps, and online education.

COSMETOLOGY (1600) COURSE OUTLINE

Your time at Paul Mitchell The School Chicago and Paul Mitchell The School Lombard in the cosmetology (1600) program will be divided into seven designations:

1. Basic Training: The first 150 hours of classroom instruction are in general theory and practical application in various subject areas.
2. Makeup Curriculum: During this 100-hour course, students will master the knowledge and skills in Makeup artistry.
3. Practical Chemical Application/Hair Treatment: 500 hours of instruction are a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on training.
4. Hair Styling/Hair Dressing: 475 hours of instruction are in hair styling with a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on learning experiences.
5. Shop Management, Sanitation and Interpersonal Relations: 200 hours of classroom instruction are in the following subject areas: labor law, workers’ compensation, client relations, bookkeeping, marketing and merchandising, emergency first aid, right-to-know laws, pertinent state and local laws and rules, business ethics, sanitation, electrical devices, personal grooming and hygiene.
6. Esthetics: A total of 85 hours of esthetics instruction are provided.
7. Nail Technology: A total of 55 hours of instruction in nail technology are provided.
8. Electives: A total of 35 hours in student electives are provided.

COSMETOLOGY (1600) COURSE SUBJECTS

The instructional program of Paul Mitchell The School Chicago and Paul Mitchell The School Lombard meets or exceeds the state requirements:

The institution offers employment assistance to help graduates’ efforts to secure education-related employment that includes, but is not limited to training in professionalism, resume’ development, job interview preparation and job search skills.

COSMETOLOGY (1600) PROGRAM TESTING AND GRADING PROCEDURE

The following tests and grading procedures are used to assess student learning and mastery of course content in the 1600-hour course:

1. Academic Theory exams: Students must receive a grade of 75% or higher.
2. Core written and practical skill exams: Students must receive a grade of 75% or higher on each written exam and each practical skill exam in order to complete the Core program. The exams are an overview of instruction taught during the Core schedule. All Core written and practical skill exams must be passed with a 75% in order to transition to the Clinic Classroom. If students are unable to pass each exam after two attempts, the student may be asked to withdraw from the program and re-enroll in the next available Core class start date.
3. Final exam 1: This test covers an overview of all related cosmetology and barbering subjects (e.g., anatomy, chemistry, etc.). Students must receive a grade of 75% or higher on all final exams.
4. Final exam 2: The written exam covers an overview of all theory instruction and other items covered on the state cosmetology and barbering exam. Students must receive a grade of 75% or higher on all final exams.
5. Clinic Practical Skill Assessments: Future Professionals progress in practical skill assessments and theory hours will be digitally monitored on a weekly basis by the Future Professional Advisor using the Course Key app. All assigned practical skill assessments must be completed in order to complete the program.
6. Practical skills test (mock state board): Students must receive a 75% or higher grade on all final tests.

Cosmetology (1600) instructional Techniques and methods

The courses are provided through a sequential set of learning steps which address specific tasks necessary for State Board preparation, graduation and job entry level skills. Clinic equipment, implements and products are comparable to those used in the industry. Each student will receive instruction that relates to the performance of useful, creative and productive career oriented activities. The course is presented through well-developed lesson plans that reflect the latest educational methods. Subjects are presented by means of lecture, demonstration, and student participation. Audio-visual aids, guest speakers, field trips, and other related learning methods are used in the course.