Cosmetology: Curriculum & Outline

  • Career and Technical Education
    ALSDE - approved  CTE  Course of Study Standards linked HERE.
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    Below are the adopted textbooks for CTE courses as well as the course outline and description.
    Course Textbook Title Author Edition Publisher Copyright Year Tentative Course of Study Course Descriptions
                   
    CAREER PATHWAY PROJ-COSMO AND BARBERING MILADY STANDARD COSMETOLOGY Backe 14th Edition Cengage 2023 ALABAMA COURSE OF STUDY- COSMETOLOGY Career Pathway Project (CPP) in Cosmetology and Barbering is a capstone course that allows students to utilize the knowledge and skills gained through their secondary coursework in a practical, real-world experience that showcases their learning. It provides an opportunity for a student to choose an area of interest and explore it in depth while demonstrating problem-solving, decision-making, and independent learning skills. The CPP contributes to an educational plan of challenging courses and practical experiences that prepare students for the workplace or for pursuing further education.
    STATE BOARD PRACTICUM MILADY STANDARD COSMETOLOGY Backe 14th Edition Cengage 2023 ALABAMA COURSE OF STUDY- COSMETOLOGY State Board Practicum is a culminating course that provides students with a comprehensive study of State Board procedures and practical applications in cosmetology and barbering. The course content includes a candidate information bulletin, salon and spa infection control, hair design techniques, hair cutting, chemical services, hair coloring, nail care, and skincare services. This course is designed to prepare students to demonstrate practical skills necessary for meeting state licensure requirements and for successful employment. One of the fundamentals courses must be taken first, but the remaining prerequisites may be taken in any order.
    COSMETOLOGY FUNDAMENTALS MILADY STANDARD COSMETOLOGY Backe 14th Edition Cengage 2023 ALABAMA COURSE OF STUDY- COSMETOLOGY Fee: $20.00 Cosmetology Fundamentals is the prerequisite for all other courses in the cosmetology pathway. This course is designed to provide students with an overview of the history and development of the cosmetology industry and basic information regarding principles and practices of infection control, diseases and disorders, essential practices of hair care, concepts of hair designing, and fundamentals of hair cutting. The information presented in this course is enhanced by hands-on practice performed in a controlled lab environment. The standards require students to apply safety rules, regulations, and procedures for basic skills identified in this course
    CHEMICAL SERVICES MILADY STANDARD COSMETOLOGY Backe 14th Edition Cengage 2023 ALABAMA COURSE OF STUDY- COSMETOLOGY Fee: $20.00 Chemical Services is designed to enable students to perform various chemical texturing services, including relaxers, permanent waves, straighteners, and soft curls, in a safe and effective manner. Emphasis is placed on sanitation, client safety, the chemical composition of the hair, scalp disorders and treatments, and effects of chemical applications on the hair and scalp.
    CTE LAB IN COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERING MILADY STANDARD COSMETOLOGY Backe 14th Edition Cengage 2023 ALABAMA COURSE OF STUDY- COSMETOLOGY CTE Lab in Cosmetology and Barbering is designed to enhance the student’s general understanding and mastery of the Cosmetology and Barbering program. This course is designed as a learning laboratory to support students’ individual interests and goals. This laboratory may take place in a traditional classroom, in an industry setting, or in a virtual learning environment.
    NATURAL HAIR STYLING MILADY STANDARD COSMETOLOGY Backe 14th Edition Cengage 2023 ALABAMA COURSE OF STUDY- COSMETOLOGY Natural Hair styling presents the knowledge and skills needed to provide natural hair styling services. The course content includes natural hair styling history, safety and sanitation, human anatomy and physiology, basic chemistry of hair styling products, natural hair care services, materials and tools, and natural hair styling procedures.
    HAIR COLORING MILADY STANDARD COSMETOLOGY Backe 14th Edition Cengage 2023 ALABAMA COURSE OF STUDY- COSMETOLOGY A one-credit course designed to provide students with the study and experience in hair coloring and lightening. Emphasis is placed on color application, laws, and levels and classifications of color. The prerequisite for this course is Introduction to Cosmetology.
    SALON PRACTICE AND
    MANAGEMENT    		 MILADY STANDARD COSMETOLOGY Backe 14th Edition Cengage 2023 ALABAMA COURSE OF STUDY- COSMETOLOGY A one-credit course designed to assist students in developing entry-level management skills for the cosmetology industry. Students practice all phases of cosmetology in a salon setting. The prerequisite for this course is Introduction to Cosmetology.
    SPA TECHNIQUES I MILADY STANDARD COSMETOLOGY Backe 14th Edition Cengage 2023 ALABAMA COURSE OF STUDY- COSMETOLOGY Spa Techniques I focuses on anatomy and physiology as they relate to the cosmetology industry, basic facials, and facial makeup. This course is designed to provide an understanding of cosmetic color theory and knowledge of cells, tissues, and essential body systems, including the structure, growth, and nutrition of skin. Standards require students to follow product application procedures for basic facials and basic makeup, conduct client consultations, and demonstrate facial massage movements. Sanitary precautions and safety are emphasized in the performance of these services.