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Introduction to required safety and decontamination procedures in a salon. Business etiquette in the cosmetology field is introduced. Prepares student for state certification for the Illinois Cosmetology License from the Department of Professional and Financial Regulations. Prerequisite: Admission to the Cosmetology program is required. Concurrent Enrollment is required in Cosmetology 1103, Cosmetology 1105 and Cosmetology 1107 or consent of instructor. Reading Placement Category Two is required. (2 lecture hour, 2 lab hours)
Introduction to basic cosmetic chemical services including shampoo, scalp treatment, chemical texture, and hair color. Prepares student for state certification for the Cosmetology License from the Department of Professional and Financial Regulations. Prerequisite: Admission into Cosmetology program is required. Concurrent Enrollment is required in Cosmetology 1101, Cosmetology 1105 and Cosmetology 1107 or consent of instructor. (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)
Introduction to hairstyling and design techniques. Includes basic finger waving, braiding, extensions and hair roller placement. Prepares student for state certification for the Illinois Cosmetology License from the Department of Professional and Financial Regulations. Prerequisite: Admission to the Cosmetology program is required. Concurrent Enrollment is required in Cosmetology 1101, Cosmetology 1103 and Cosmetology 1107 or consent of instructor. (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)
Introduction to thermal hair styling using the various thermal implements and techniques. Prepares student for state certification for the Cosmetology License from the Department of Professional and Financial Regulations. Prerequisite: Admission to the Cosmetology program is required. Concurrent Enrollment is required in Cosmetology 1101, Cosmetology 1103 and Cosmetology 1105 or consent of instructor. (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)
Introduction to haircutting techniques includes use of shears and razors. Basic principles of hair roller placement, set, and comb out are also covered. Prepares student for state certification for the Cosmetology License from the Department of Professional and Financial Regulations. Prerequisite: Cosmetology 1107 with a grade of B or better and concurrent enrollment is required in Cosmetology 1113, Cosmetology 1115 and Cosmetology 1117 or consent of instructor. (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)
Application of chemical texturing, relaxing and permanent waving. Application of hair color and lightening. Prepares student for state certification for the Cosmetology License from the Department of Professional and Financial Regulations. Prerequisite: Cosmetology 1107 with a grade of B or better and concurrent enrollment is required in Cosmetology 1111, Cosmetology 1115 and Cosmetology 1117 or consent of instructor (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)
Introduction to salon operations, effective communication, and sanitation management. Prepares student for state certification for the Cosmetology License from the Department of Professional and Financial Regulations. Prerequisite: Cosmetology 1107 with a grade of B or better and concurrent enrollment is required in Cosmetology 1111, Cosmetology 1113 and Cosmetology 1117 or consent of instructor (1 lecture hour, 2 lab hours)
Introduction to massage movements, facial techniques, hair removal, eyebrow arching, manicuring, and pedicuring. Prepares student for state certification for the Cosmetology License from the Department of Professional and Financial Regulations. Prerequisite: Cosmetology 1107 with a grade of B or better and concurrent enrollment is required in Cosmetology 1111, Cosmetology 1113 and Cosmetology 1115 or consent of instructor. (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)
Review all first-year curriculum to evaluate readiness for entry into the clinic portion of the cosmetology program. Prepares student for state certification for the Cosmetology License from the Department of Professional and Financial Regulations. Prerequisite: Cosmetology 1117 with a grade of C or better (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)
Introduction to the nail care profession. Topics include history of nail care, health and safety, basic nail care and introduction to nail enhancements. Prerequisite: Concurrent Enrollment is required in Cosmetology 1162. Reading Placement Category Two is required. (2 lecture hours)
Instruction and supervised training in development of basic nail care skills. Topics include: manicuring, polish application, massage techniques, pedicuring, and introduction to acrylic nail enhancements. Prerequisite: Concurrent Enrollment is required in Cosmetology 1160. Reading Placement Category Two is required. (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)
Nail technology professional best practices including: time management, personal and professional development, human resources, and communication skills. Prerequisite: Reading Placement Category Two is required. (1 lecture hour)
Introduces management and marketing of a salon. Prepares student for state certification for the Nail Technology License from the Department of Financial and Professional Regulations. Prerequisite: Reading Placement Category Two is required. (2 lecture hours)
Intermediate analysis of nail technology. Topics include anatomy and physiology, structure of the skin, disorders and diseases of the nail, and massage. Prerequisite: Cosmetology 1160 and 1162, both with a grade of B or better, or equivalent and concurrent enrollment in Cosmetology 1170 is required. Reading Placement Category Two is required. (1 lecture hour)
Provides instruction and supervised training in development of skills in intermediate nail care. Topics includes specialty manicuring, pedicuring, sculptured nail enhancement,and application of nail tips and wrapping. Prerequisite: Cosmetology 1160 and 1162, both with a grade of B or better, or equivalent and concurrent enrollment in Cosmetology 1168 is required. Reading Placement Test Score-Category Two is required. (6 lab hours)
Advanced exploration of nail technology. Topics include: nail product chemistry, electricity, nail enhancements, nail artistry, and electric filing. Prepares student for Nail Technician Licensing Exam. Prerequisite: Cosmetology 1168 and 1170, both with a grade of B or better, or equivalent and concurrent enrollment is required in Cosmetology 1174. Reading Placement Category Two is required. (2 lecture hours)
Principles of hair design including fingerwaving, skip waving and sculpture curls. Overview of hair composition, divisions, growth process, and loss. Introduction to clipper cutting techniques. Prepares student for state certification for the Cosmetology License from the Department of Professional and Financial Regulations. Prerequisite: Cosmetology 1117 with a grade of B or better and concurrent enrollment is required in Cosmetology 2203, Cosmetology 2205 and Cosmetology 2207 or consent of instructor. (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)
Application of basic hair coloring, lightening and chemical texture on clients. Prepares student for state certification for the Cosmetology License from the Department of Professional and Financial Regulations. Prerequisite: Cosmetology 1117 with a grade of B or better and concurrent enrollment is required in Cosmetology 2201, Cosmetology 2205 and Cosmetology 2207 or consent of instructor. (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)
Application of manicures, pedicures, and facial massage in a salon with clients. Application of facial make-up and eyelash enhancement. Introduction to nail tips and wraps. Prepares student for state certification for the Cosmetology License from the Department of Professional and Financial Regulations. Prerequisite: Cosmetology 1117 with a grade of B or better and concurrent enrollment is required in Cosmetology 2201, Cosmetology 2203 and Cosmetology 2207 or consent of instructor (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)
Application of safety and decontamination procedures in a salon with clients. Work in a clinic dispensary and take inventory of salon supplies. Prepares student for state certification for the Cosmetology License from the Department of Professional and Financial Regulations. Prerequisite: Cosmetology 1120 with a grade of B or better and concurrent enrollment is required in Cosmetology 2201, Cosmetology 2203 and Cosmetology 2205 or consent of instructor (1 lecture hour, 2 lab hours)
Exploration of the various hairstyles, braiding techniques and uses and placement of artificial hair. Advanced techniques in hair cutting and wet hair styling. Prepares student for state certification for the Cosmetology License from the Department of Professional and Financial Regulations. Prerequisite: Cosmetology 2207 with a grade of B or better and concurrent enrollment is required in Cosmetology 2223, Cosmetology 2225 and Cosmetology 2227 or consent of instructor (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)
Advanced procedures in chemical textures and hair removal. The role of chemistry, electricity and light therapy related to the field of cosmetology. Prepares student for state certification for the Cosmetology License from the Department of Professional and Financial Regulations. Prerequisite: Cosmetology 2207 with a grade of B or better and concurrent enrollment is required in Cosmetology 2221, Cosmetology 2225 and Cosmetology 2227 or consent of instructor (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)
Management of salon routines and operations. Prepares student for state certification for the Cosmetology License from the Department of Professional and Financial Regulations. Prerequisite: Cosmetology 2207 with a grade of B or better and concurrent enrollment is required in Cosmetology 2221, Cosmetology 2223 and Cosmetology 2227 or consent of instructor (2 lecture hour, 2 lab hours)
Application of advanced thermal styling in a salon with clients. Prepares student for state certification for the Cosmetology License from the Department of Professional and Financial Regulations. Prerequisite: Cosmetology 2207 with a grade of B or better and concurrent enrollment is required in Cosmetology 2221, Cosmetology 2223 and Cosmetology 2225 or consent of instructor (1 lecture hour, 2 lab hours)
Comprehensive review of cosmetology curriculum and skills in preparation for the Illinois State Board exam to complete the requirements for licensing. Prerequisite: Cosmetology 2227 with a grade of B or better and concurrent enrollment is required in Cosmetology 2253 or consent of instructor (2 lecture hour, 2 lab hours)
In depth study of the perming and hair color process. Prepares student for state certification for the Cosmetology License from the Department of Professional and Financial Regulations. Prerequisite: Cosmetology 2227 with a grade of C or better and concurrent enrollment is required in Cosmetology 2250 or consent of instructor (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)
Course requires participation in Career and Technical Education work experience with onsite supervision. Internship learning objectives are developed by student and faculty member, with approval of employer, to provide appropriate work-based learning experiences. Credit is earned by working a minimum of 75 clock hours per semester credit hour, up to a maximum of four credits. Prerequisite: 2.0 cumulative grade point average; 12 semester credits earned in a related field of study; students work with Career Services staff to obtain approval of the internship by the Associate Dean from the academic discipline where the student is planning to earn credit.
Continuation of Internship (Career and Technical Education). Course requires participation in Career and Technical Education work experience with onsite supervision. Internship learning objectives are developed by student and faculty member, with approval of employer, to provide appropriate work-based learning experiences. Credit is earned by working a minimum of 75 clock hours per semester credit hour Prerequisite: 2.0 cumulative grade point average; 12 semester credits earned in a related field of study; students work with Career Services staff to obtain approval of the internship by the Associate Dean from the academic discipline where the student is planning to earn credit.
Continuation of Internship (Career and Technical Education). Course requires participation in Career & Technical Education work experience with onsite supervision. Internship learning objectives are developed by student and faculty member, with approval of employer, to provide appropriate work-based learning experiences. Credit is earned by working a minimum of 75 clock hours per semester credit hour, up to a maximum of four credits. Prerequisite: 2.0 cumulative grade point average; 12 semester credits earned in a related field of study; students work with Career Services staff to obtain approval of the internship by the Associate Dean from the academic discipline where the student is planning to earn credit.