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Cosmetology Program
The Cosmetology program not only provides the fundamentals of cutting, styling, and chemical restructuring of hair, skin, nails, and makeup but also…
Cosmetology (1,600 Hours)
Program Description
The Cosmetology program not only provides the fundamentals of cutting, styling, and chemical restructuring of hair, skin, nails, and makeup but also introduces students to product marketing, guest servicing, personal development skills, safety requirements, and professional development, including interviewing, job search skills, and resume writing. The practical experience, which builds on classroom theory, is a key component of the program, providing the essential technical training of a salon professional. This comprehensive program comprises the latest trends and techniques in hair cutting, styling, coloring, permanent waving, and chemical restructuring. The program’s final phase prepares students to launch their careers with in-depth training in guest service, time management, self-promotion, goal setting, merchandising, and professional development.
Program Objectives
The objective of this program is to prepare students for the State of Wisconsin licensing examination in Cosmetology and to provide appropriate and comprehensive training thereby enabling them to enter the field of Cosmetology. Graduates of the program will have a wide range of career opportunities, including salon service providers, salon sales representatives, salon owners/managers, business managers, industry educators, and freelance artists. Upon completion, students will possess knowledge of Aveda products and spa practices, equipping them with the skills necessary to pursue employment as a cosmetologist.
Instructional Methods
The Institute is committed to providing quality education utilizing a method of instruction that engages all learning styles. Instructional methods include, but are not limited to, theory and lecture, hands- on workshops, clinic floor practice, audio/video presentations and instruction, online research, textbooks, exams and assignments, technical evaluations, salon and spa tours, and visiting guest educators.
Performance Standards
- Productivity: Producing and achieving high academic and industry-aligned results.
- Professionalism: A commitment to act and speak with respect, honesty, and integrity towards others as a student and service provider.
- Positivity: The practice and/or approach of being positive or optimistic in attitude.
Student Responsibilities
Students are responsible for their learning, productivity, and academic achievement. Students are responsible for maintaining Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP):
- Achieve a 90% or higher attendance percentage to graduate.
- Achieve 80% or a higher grade-point average to graduate. Students are responsible for reading The Institute of Beauty and Wellness course catalog standards, policies, and procedures.
1,600 Course Hours 563 Hrs Theory + 1,037 Hrs Practical
Day (Full-Time, 47 Weeks)
Mon. 9am-4pm & Tues.-Fri. 8:30am-4pm
3-Day (54 Weeks)
Mon.-Wed. 10am-9pm
| Theory/Practical Hours By Subject | Theory Hours | Practical Hours |
| Hygiene, grooming and personal development | 10 | - |
| Bacteriology, sterilization and sanitation | 20 | 20 |
| Haircutting, hair tapering (clipper-cuts), razor cutting, hairstyling, curling, thermal waving, finger-waving, roller setting, pin curl placement, blow-drying, shampooing, scalp and hair treatments, conditioning, reconditioning, hair analysis, care of hairpieces, wigs and wefts, tools, equipment and implements (identification and usage.) | 140 | 440 |
| Hair straightening, hair relaxing, thermal hair straightening, blow-outs, permanents, hair coloring, tinting, bleaching and chemistry, tools, equipment and implements (identification and usage.) | 185 | 392 |
| Shaving, beard and mustache shaping, trimming, superfluous hair removal, waxing, facials, facial massages, facial makeup, eyelashes, light therapy, basic principles of electricity, and introduction to electrology. Tools, equipment and implements (identification and usage). | 35 | 60 |
| Manicuring, including nail Enhancement. Tools, equipment and implements (Identification and usage). | 10 | 25 |
| Anatomy and physiology of the hair, skin, nails and disorders of the hair, skin, scalp and nails | 50 | - |
| Product knowledge, product use and sales, preparing and consulting with customers for services | 30 | - |
| Laws, rules, professional ethics and history of barbering and cosmetology | 18 | - |
| Individual student needs, industry trends and electives (e.g. recordkeeping, mathematics, communications, human relations, public relations, first aid, guest educators, resume writing, interviews, and job search skills, etc.) (Hours may include structured visits conducted by the school outside of the classroom at one or more cosmetology establishments) | 65 | 100 |
| Total Theory Vs. Practical | 563 Hrs | 1,037 Hrs |
| Total Course Hours | 1,600 Hrs |
Grading Procedures
For academic work, students must meet at least 80 percent grade point average to be in good standing and as a condition of graduation. Final written and practical tests must be 80 percent or better. All other assignments and tests’ percentages and scales are as follows:
| Grading Breakdown | |
| Chapter Tests | 25% |
| Student Projects | 25% |
| Mock State Board & Written Exam | 25% |
| Technical Evaluations | 25% |
| Overall | 100% |
| Grading Scale | |
| Honor Roll | 98-100% |
| Very Good | 94-97% |
| Good | 87-93% |
| Satisfactory | 80-86% |
| Unsatisfactory | 79% and below |
Cosmetology (1,550 Hours)
Program Description
The Cosmetology program not only provides the fundamentals of cutting, styling, and chemical restructuring of hair, skin, nails, and makeup but also introduces students to product marketing, guest servicing, personal development skills, safety requirements, and professional development, including interviewing, job search skills, and resume writing. The practical experience, which builds on classroom theory, is a key component of the program, providing the essential technical training of a salon professional. This comprehensive program comprises the latest trends and techniques in hair cutting, styling, coloring, permanent waving, and chemical restructuring. The program’s final phase prepares students to launch their careers with in-depth training in guest service, time management, self-promotion, goal setting, merchandising, and professional development.
Program Objectives
The objective of this program is to prepare students for the State of Wisconsin licensing examination in Cosmetology and to provide appropriate and comprehensive training thereby enabling them to enter the field of Cosmetology. Graduates of the program will have a wide range of career opportunities, including salon service providers, salon sales representatives, salon owners/managers, business managers, industry educators, and freelance artists. Upon completion, students will possess knowledge of Aveda products and spa practices, equipping them with the skills necessary to pursue employment as a cosmetologist.
Instructional Methods
The Institute is committed to providing quality education utilizing a method of instruction that engages all learning styles. Instructional methods include, but are not limited to, theory and lecture, hands- on workshops, clinic floor practice, audio/video presentations and instruction, online research, textbooks, exams and assignments, technical evaluations, salon and spa tours, and visiting guest educators.
Performance Standards
- Productivity: Producing and achieving high academic and industry-aligned results.
- Professionalism: A commitment to act and speak with respect, honesty, and integrity towards others as a student and service provider.
- Positivity: The practice and/or approach of being positive or optimistic in attitude.
Student Responsibilities
Students are responsible for their learning, productivity, and academic achievement. Students are responsible for maintaining Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP):
- Achieve a 90% or higher attendance percentage to graduate.
- Achieve 80% or a higher grade-point average to graduate. Students are responsible for reading The Institute of Beauty and Wellness course catalog standards, policies, and procedures.
1,550 Course Hours
538 Hrs Theory + 1,012 Hrs Practical
Day (Full-Time, 47 Weeks)
Mon. 9am-4pm & Tues.-Fri. 8:30am-4pm
3-Day (54 Weeks)
Mon.-Wed. 10am-9pm
| Theory/Practical Hours By Subject | Theory Hours | Practical Hours |
| Hygiene, grooming and personal development | 10 | - |
| Bacteriology, sterilization and sanitation | 20 | 20 |
| Haircutting, hair tapering (clipper-cuts), razor cutting, hairstyling, curling, thermal waving, finger-waving, roller setting, pin curl placement, blow-drying, shampooing, scalp and hair treatments, conditioning, reconditioning, hair analysis, care of hairpieces, wigs and wefts, tools, equipment and implements (identification and usage.) | 140 | 440 |
| Hair straightening, hair relaxing, thermal hair straightening, blow-outs, permanents, hair coloring, tinting, bleaching and chemistry, tools, equipment and implements (identification and usage.) | 185 | 392 |
| Shaving, beard and mustache shaping, trimming, superfluous hair removal, waxing, facials, facial massages, facial makeup, eyelashes, light therapy, basic principles of electricity, and introduction to electrology. Tools, equipment and implements (identification and usage). | 35 | 60 |
| Manicuring, including nail Enhancement. Tools, equipment and implements (Identification and usage). | 10 | 25 |
| Anatomy and physiology of the hair, skin, nails and disorders of the hair, skin, scalp and nails | 50 | - |
| Product knowledge, product use and sales, preparing and consulting with customers for services | 30 | - |
| Laws, rules, professional ethics and history of barbering and cosmetology | 18 | - |
| Individual student needs, industry trends and electives (e.g. recordkeeping, mathematics, communications, human relations, public relations, first aid, guest educators, resume writing, interviews, and job search skills, etc.) (Hours may include structured visits conducted by the school outside of the classroom at one or more cosmetology establishments) | 40 | 75 |
| Total Theory Vs. Practical | 538 Hrs | 1,012 Hrs |
| Total Course Hours | 1,550 Hrs |
Grading Procedures
For academic work, students must meet at least 80 percent grade point average to be in good standing and as a condition of graduation. Final written and practical tests must be 80 percent or better. All other assignments and tests’ percentages and scales are as follows:
| Grading Breakdown | |
| Chapter Tests | 25% |
| Student Projects | 25% |
| Mock State Board & Written Exam | 25% |
| Technical Evaluations | 25% |
| Overall | 100% |
| Grading Scale | |
| Honor Roll | 98-100% |
| Very Good | 94-97% |
| Good | 87-93% |
| Satisfactory | 80-86% |
| Unsatisfactory | 79% and below |