Cosmetology
Instructor: Alexis Rogers
Course Description
Students in the Appearance Enhancement Department will be preparing to enter a highly demanding, $52 billion-a-year industry. They will develop professional skills in business and communication. They will use products used in business. New York State and Industry standards set the entry-level guidelines for completion of licensing in the Cosmetology field. A New York State license is recognized nationwide. Written and practical State Board Exams are given by the State of New York after students have successfully completed the course. Upon certification, students will be ready for an entry-level position in the cosmetology industry.
Career Opportunities
Skin care specialist
Make-up Artist
Cosmetic chemist
Publishing
Salon owner
Hair colorist
Retail specialist
Competition platform specialist
Educational specialist
Barber-stylist
Sales and marketing
Areas of Emphasis
Cosmetology: 1000 hour program —salon ecology, trichology, haircutting, chemistry, biology, coloring, texturizing, styling, nail care, skin care and business law
Scope of Course
Safety and health
Professional ethics and attitude
Cells, anatomy, and physiology
Methods of infection control
Client consultation
Structure and function of the skin, hair and nails
Chemistry
Hair analysis
Scalp and nail disorders and diseases
Body procedures (aromatherapy, water therapies)
Electricity
Business law and practices
Job skills
Make-up technologies
Science
Math
Entrepreneurship
Articulation Agreements
Students in the Cosmetology Program may receive advanced placement or college credit through Herkimer County Community College and Paul Smith’s College.
Scholarships
Students in the Appearance Enhancement Department may be eligible for the following scholarships and awards:
Advisory Board
Clark Scholarship
BOCESTA
College for Every Student
Industry awards
Vocational Industrial Clubs of America (SkillsUSA VICA)
SkillsUSA is a student organization that develops leadership abilities and gives students the opportunity to compete in their vocational area.
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