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K–12 Standards

Cosmetology I: Grades 11, 12

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Career and Technical Student Organizations (Skills USA)

  • 1.1

    Define terminology related to student organizations

    1. 1.

      Use terms appropriately in context1.1.1

  • 1.2

    Outline a self-assessment and identify individual learning

    1. 1.

      Show individual strengths1.2.1

    2. 2.

      Show areas in need of improvement1.2.2

  • 1.3

    Describe self-motivation techniques and establish short-term goals

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of short-term goals1.3.1

    2. 2.

      Discuss ways to change or improve lifestyle appearance and behavior1.3.2

  • 1.4

    Give examples of individual time-management skills

    1. 1.

      Prepare and maintain a time journal1.4.1

    2. 2.

      Outline ways to improve time management skills1.4.2

  • 1.5

    Predict future occupations

    1. 1.

      Research the Internet to explore for career opportunities within specified fields of study1.5.1

    2. 2.

      Prepare a presentation on a specified career area1.5.2

  • 1.6

    Identify the customer

    1. 1.

      Differentiate between external and internal customers1.6.1

    2. 2.

      Identify factors which contribute to poor customer relationships1.6.2

  • 1.7

    Identify the benefits of doing a community service project

    1. 1.

      Outline ways to become involved in the community1.7.1

    2. 2.

      Develop a community service project1.7.2

  • 1.8

    Describe effective communication with others

    1. 1.

      Note personal barriers to listening1.8.1

    2. 2.

      Relate a personal plan to overcome barriers to listening1.8.2

  • 1.9

    Give locations for a shadowing activity

    1. 1.

      Summarize and relate an experience of job shadowing activity1.9.1

  • 1.10

    Identify the components of an employment portfolio

    1. 1.

      Present parts of a portfolio1.10.1

    2. 2.

      Compile a personal employment portfolio for an interview1.10.2

  • 1.11

    List proficiency in program competencies

    1. 1.

      Construct an interpersonal competency assessment1.11.1

  • 1.12

    Describe how to measure/modify short-term goals

    1. 2.

      Discuss how to pursue short-term goals1.12.2

  • 1.13

    Identify stress sources

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of personal sources of stress1.13.1

    2. 2.

      Outline techniques to cope with individual sources of stress1.13.2

  • 1.14

    Identify characteristics of a positive image

    1. 1.

      List behaviors and traits that lead to a positive image1.14.1

    2. 2.

      Note behaviors and traits that lead to a negative image1.14.2

  • 1.15

    Describe how team skills can be applied to a group project

    1. 1.

      Form a team to develop a class project1.15.1

  • 1.16

    Outline how to observe and critique a meeting

    1. 1.

      Attend a formal meeting held within the community1.16.1

    2. 2.

      Prepare a critique of the meeting attended1.16.2

  • 1.17

    List business meeting skills

    1. 1.

      Relate the basic rules required to ensure an orderly and business-like meeting1.17.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate with role-playing to illustrate appropriate meeting skills1.17.2

  • 1.18

    Outline a survey for employment opportunities

    1. 1.

      Compile information on a particular employment opportunity of interest1.18.1

    2. 2.

      Perform an Internet search of a specific career are1.18.2

  • 1.19

    Select a professional journal for review and develop a three to five minute presentation

    1. 1.

      Prepare a presentation on the content, purpose, and distribution of a particular professional journal1.19.1

  • 1.20

    Identify customer expectations

    1. 1.

      List customer expectations1.20.1

    2. 2.

      Discover the consequences of unmet customer expectations1.20.2

  • 1.21

    List parts of a job application

    1. 1.

      Prepare a job application from various businesses in the community1.21.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate a mock job interview1.21.2

  • 1.22

    Outline your employment portfolio

    1. 1.

      Construct a personal employment portfolio1.22.1

  • 1.23

    Identify supervisory and management roles in an organization

    1. 1.

      Prepare an organizational chart1.23.1

    2. 2.

      Outline the responsibilities of managers and supervisors1.23.2

  • 1.24

    Outline safety issues

    1. 1.

      Research safety issues within a given career area1.24.1

Infection Control

  • 2.1

    Discuss bacteria

    1. 1.

      Differentiate between Pathogenic and Non-Pathogenic bacteria2.1.1

    2. 2.

      Compare the various ways that bacteria move2.1.2

    3. 3.

      Explain bacterial growth and reproduction2.1.3

  • 2.2

    Identify types of bacterial infections

    1. 1.

      Classify Pathogenic Bacteria<ul><li>Cocci</li><li>Bacilli</li><li>Spirilla</li></ul>2.2.1

    2. 2.

      Determine bacterial infections2.2.2

  • 2.3

    Discuss viruses

    1. 1.

      Identify common type of viral infections2.3.1

    2. 2.

      Compare and contrast viruses and bacteria2.3.2

  • 2.4

    Explain external parasites

    1. 1.

      Identify types of external parasites2.4.1

    2. 2.

      Analyze how external parasites can be spread2.4.2

  • 2.5

    Discuss bloodborne pathogens

    1. 1.

      Analyze how pathogens enter the body2.5.1

  • 2.6

    Define immunity

    1. 1.

      Discuss with clients the two types of immunity<ul><li>Natural</li><li>Acquired</li></ul>2.6.1

  • 2.7

    Discuss levels of decontamination

    1. 1.

      Differentiate between sanitation, disinfection, and sterilization2.7.1

    2. 2.

      Model what decontamination procedures are used in a salon2.7.2

  • 2.8

    Explain sanitation

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate proper handwashing procedures2.8.1

    2. 2.

      Utilize safety procedures for sanitation2.8.2

  • 2.9

    Explain Disinfection

    1. 1.

      Determine when to disinfect or when to dispose of salon items2.9.1

    2. 2.

      Identify types of disinfectants<ul><li>quats</li><li>phenolics</li><li>alcohol</li><li>bleach</li></ul>2.9.2

    3. 3.

      Plan proper disinfection procedures used in a salon<ul><li>towels</li><li>linens</li><li>capes</li><li>electrical equipment</li><li>work surfaces</li><li>foot spas</li><li>pedicure equipment</li></ul>2.9.3

    4. 4.

      Practice precautions for disinfection2.9.4

  • 2.10

    Identify blood spill procedures

    1. 1.

      Outline blood spill procedures for a salon2.10.1

Arkansas Law

  • 3.1

    Explain Arkansas Cosmetology Law Book (Reference: Arkansas Cosmetology Law book)

    1. 1.

      Interpret unlawful practices for a salon3.1.1

    2. 2.

      Identify grounds for disciplinary action3.1.2

  • 3.2

    Explain Arkansas Cosmetology Rules (Reference: Arkansas Cosmetology Rule book)

    1. 1.

      Interpret proper health and safety rules for a salon3.2.1

    2. 2.

      Summarize key points from the Arkansas Law and Rules & Regulations books3.2.2

  • 3.3

    Explain procedures for obtaining an Arkansas Cosmetology License

    1. 1.

      Complete steps to apply for a Cosmetology Permit3.3.1

    2. 2.

      Outline training requirements for an Arkansas Cosmetology License3.3.2

    3. 3.

      Determine procedures to assure compliance with the Arkansas Laws governing the operations of schools and salons3.3.3

Professional Image

  • 4.1

    Discuss the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle<ul><li>exercise</li><li>hygiene</li><li>image</li><li>rest/relaxation</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Determine the impact of a healthy lifestyle on your professional career4.1.1

  • 4.2

    Identify ergonomic principals important for cosmetology<ul><li>foot/leg</li><li>hand/wrist</li><li>hips/knees</li><li>neck/back</li><li>shoulders/chest</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Identify benefits of ergonomically designed salon equipment4.2.1

    2. 2.

      Research ergonomically designed salon equipment<ul><li>availability</li><li>benefits</li><li>design</li><li>price</li></ul>4.2.2

  • 4.3

    Discuss effective communication<ul><li>verbal</li><li>non-verbal</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Practice various communication techniques used while providing salon services4.3.1

  • 4.4

    Identify psychological concepts of human relations<ul><li>ethics</li><li>personality</li><li>teamwork</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Analyze factors that influence personality4.4.1

    2. 2.

      Summarize benefits of teamwork4.4.2

    3. 3.

      Develop a personal ethics statement4.4.3

    4. 4.

      Role model healthy attitudes toward others4.4.4

Hair and Scalp Procedures

  • 5.1

    Discuss proper draping procedures

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate proper draping procedures<ul><li>chemical service</li><li>dry</li><li>wet</li></ul>5.1.1

  • 5.2

    Discuss the importance of hair brushing prior to shampoo service<ul><li>remove debris/hair products</li><li>stimulates blood circulation</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate proper brushing procedures5.2.1

  • 5.3

    Discuss benefits of scalp manipulation<ul><li>stimulates muscles, nerves, and blood vessels</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate proper procedures for scalp manipulation5.3.1

  • 5.4

    Explain the importance of pH in shampoo

    1. 1.

      Discuss the benefits of different shampoos and conditioners with clients during salon services5.4.1

    2. 2.

      Illustrate the pH scale5.4.2

    3. 3.

      Analyze pH of various hair products5.4.3

Trichology

  • 6.1

    Describe the properties of the hair and scalp

    1. 1.

      Illustrate the structure of a hair<ul><li>hair root</li><li>hair shaft</li></ul>6.1.1

  • 6.2

    Discuss hair quality

    1. 1.

      Compare hair analysis and hair quality<ul><li>density</li><li>elasticity</li><li>porosity</li><li>texture</li></ul>6.2.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate porosity and elasticity strand test6.2.2

    3. 3.

      Determine hair density6.2.3

  • 6.3

    Describe the process of hair growth<ul><li>anagen</li><li>catagen</li><li>telogen</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Illustrate the process of hairgrowth6.3.1

  • 6.4

    Discuss hair loss and their causes

    1. 1.

      Discuss types of alopecia with clients6.4.1

    2. 2.

      Research various hair loss treatments6.4.2

  • 6.5

    Identify disorders of the scalp<ul><li>pediculosis capitis</li><li>pityriasis</li><li>scabies</li><li>tinea</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Research various treatments of scalp disorders6.5.1

Principles of Hair Design

  • 7.1

    Discuss the elements of hair design<ul><li>color</li><li>form</li><li>line</li><li>space</li><li>wave pattern / texture</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Discuss angles and shapes as they relate to hair design while consulting with clients7.1.1

    2. 2.

      Describe the effects different colors have on a hairstyle<ul><li>depth</li><li>dimension</li><li>illusion of shine/texture</li><li>attention to special areas</li></ul>7.1.2

  • 7.2

    Identify principles of hair design<ul><li>balance</li><li>emphasis/contrast</li><li>harmony</li><li>proportion</li><li>rhythm</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Discuss principles of hair design used while consulting with clients7.2.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate the principles of hair design to create a hairstyle.7.2.2

  • 7.3

    Recognize the seven facial shapes<ul><li>diamond</li><li>inverted triangle</li><li>oblong</li><li>oval</li><li>round</li><li>square</li><li>triangular</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate how to design hairstyles to enhance or camouflage facial features7.3.1

Haircutting

  • 8.1

    Explain the basic principles of haircutting

    1. 1.

      Identify reference points of the head in relation to their role in haircutting8.1.1

  • 8.2

    Describe angles, elevations, and guidelines for haircutting

    1. 1.

      Compare concave and convex hairstyles8.2.1

    2. 2.

      Identify the three basic straight lines8.2.2

    3. 3.

      Discuss natural fall and normal projection8.2.3

  • 8.3

    Discuss the factors involved in a successful client consultation<ul><li>desired look</li><li>face, head, and body shape</li><li>hair analysis</li><li>lifestyle</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Role play a client consultation8.3.1

  • 8.4

    Discuss proper use and safety precautions for cutting hair

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate safety precautions for cutting hair8.4.1

  • 8.5

    Describe haircutting tools<ul><li>clippers/trimmers</li><li>razor</li><li>shears</li><li>texturizing/thinning/shaping shears</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate proper use of hair cutting tools8.5.1

    2. 2.

      Properly clean and store haircutting tools8.5.2

  • 8.6

    Explain sectioning for a successful haircut

    1. 1.

      Identify workable areas for the purpose of control8.6.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate a four part section8.6.2

  • 8.7

    Describe the four basic haircuts<ul><li>solid/blunt form</li><li>graduated form</li><li>uniformly layered</li><li>increased layered form</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate each form haircut<ul><li>0 degree</li><li>45 degree</li><li>90 degree</li><li>180 degree</li></ul>8.7.1

  • 8.8

    Discuss various haircutting techniques<ul><li>combination form haircuts</li><li>form</li><li>shear/clipper overcomb</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate various haircutting techniques8.8.1

  • 8.9

    Explain cross checking for balance and accuracy

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate cross checking8.9.1

Hairstyling

  • 9.1

    Discuss client consultations procedures

    1. 1.

      Role play a client consultation for hairstyling9.1.1

  • 9.2

    Explain wet hair styling basics<ul><li>prep</li><li>styles</li><li>tools</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Identify tools needed for wet styling9.2.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate hair prep for wet styling9.2.2

  • 9.3

    Discuss wet hair styling techniques

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate basic wet prep styles<ul><li>finger waves</li><li>pin curls</li><li>roller curls</li></ul>9.3.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate alternate parallel waves<ul><li>horizontal</li><li>ridge wave</li><li>vertical</li></ul>9.3.2

  • 9.4

    Identify the three components of a curl<ul><li>base</li><li>circle</li><li>stem</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Compare and contrast roller curls and pin curls9.4.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate curl and stem<ul><li>clockwise</li><li>counter clockwise</li></ul>9.4.2

    3. 3.

      Identify mobility of curl<ul><li>full-stem curl</li><li>half-stem curl</li><li>no-stem curl</li></ul>9.4.3

    4. 4.

      Demonstrate the four pincurl shapes<ul><li>crescent/arc</li><li>rectangle</li><li>square</li><li>triangle</li></ul>9.4.4

    5. 5.

      Demonstrate curl placement and anchoring9.4.5

    6. 6.

      Create hairstyles using cylinder roller<ul><li>half base</li><li>off base</li><li>on base</li></ul>9.4.6

  • 9.5

    Explain the three basic techniques of long hair design<ul><li>french twist</li><li>three-strand over braid</li><li>three-strand under braid</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate a three strand over-braid9.5.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate a three strand under-braid9.5.2

    3. 3.

      Demonstrate a french twist9.5.3

  • 9.6

    Explain thermal styling procedures<ul><li>air form solid form</li><li>air forming</li><li>pressing and curling</li><li>scrunch layered form</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Identify implements and equipment needed for thermal styling9.6.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate proper safety procedures9.6.2

    3. 3.

      Demonstrate proper sanitation procedures9.6.3

    4. 4.

      Demonstrate various thermal styling techniques9.6.4

    5. 5.

      Demonstrate air forming techniques<ul><li>combination form round brush/curling iron</li><li>graduated form round brush</li><li>layered form round brush</li></ul>9.6.5

Chemical Texturizing

  • 10.1

    Describe three major types of chemical texturizing<ul><li>curl reforming</li><li>hair relaxing</li><li>permanent waving</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Role play client consultation for chemical texturizing10.1.1

    2. 2.

      Identify safety precautions for chemical texturizing10.1.2

  • 10.2

    Explain the four types of permanent waving<ul><li>ammonia thioglycolic</li><li>endothermic heat waves</li><li>exothermic heat waves</li><li>glycerol monothiogloycolic (acid)</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate proper safety precautions for permanent waving10.2.1

    2. 2.

      Identify perm tools<ul><li>perm end wraps</li><li>rat tail/weave comb</li><li>various size rods</li></ul>10.2.2

  • 10.3

    Discuss wrapping procedures

    1. 1.

      Illustrate the two basic methods in wrapping<ul><li>croquignole</li><li>spiral</li></ul>10.3.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate end paper techniques<ul><li>bookend</li><li>cushion end</li><li>double-flat end</li></ul>10.3.2

    3. 3.

      Demonstrate both wrapping methods using various end paper techniques10.3.3

    4. 4.

      Demonstrate each wrapping pattern<ul><li>bricklay pattern</li><li>curvature/double halo</li><li>partial</li><li>piggyback</li></ul>10.3.4

  • 10.4

    Describe the basic steps of the chemical phase of perm waving<ul><li>apply solution</li><li>set timer/test curl</li><li>rinse</li><li>blot</li><li>apply neutralizer</li><li>rinse</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Perform a perm wave10.4.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate all safety and sanitation procedures for performing a perm wave10.4.2

Haircoloring

  • 11.1

    Define principles of color and the law of color

    1. 1.

      Identify primary, secondary, and tertiary colors11.1.1

    2. 2.

      Create a color wheel using the law of color11.1.2

    3. 3.

      Identify warm and cool colors11.1.3

  • 11.2

    Describe the levels of hair color

    1. 1.

      Identify natural level, desired level and tone11.2.1

  • 11.3

    Identify types of hair color

    1. 1.

      Role play client consultation to determine color selection11.3.1

  • 11.4

    Explain the color application process

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate safety and sanitation procedures for color application11.4.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate basic four quad sectioning for color application11.4.2

    3. 3.

      Demonstrate virgin color application11.4.3

    4. 4.

      Demonstrate re-touch application11.4.4

    5. 5.

      Demonstrate foil technique11.4.5

    6. 6.

      Demonstrate cap technique11.4.6

  • 11.5

    Discuss hair lightening techniques

    1. 1.

      Compare and contrast hair lightening and hair coloring11.5.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate virgin color application11.5.2

    3. 3.

      Demonstrate re-touch application11.5.3

    4. 4.

      Demonstrate foil technique11.5.4

    5. 5.

      Demonstrate cap technique11.5.5

  • 11.6

    Identify hair color problems

    1. 1.

      Role play client consultation for hair color correction11.6.1

Wigs and Hair Additions

  • 12.1

    Describe wig composition and construction

    1. 1.

      Compare different wig compositions12.1.1

    2. 2.

      Compare various wig constructions12.1.2

  • 12.2

    Discuss wig selection

    1. 1.

      Organize all necessary implements and materials needed for wig measurements12.2.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate proper procedure for taking wig measurements12.2.2

    3. 3.

      Demonstrate how to apply a wig12.2.3

    4. 4.

      Role play client consultation for wig services12.2.4

  • 12.3

    Explain proper wig care<ul><li>blocking</li><li>cleaning/conditioning</li><li>cutting</li><li>setting/styling</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate proper procedure for blocking a wig12.3.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate how to cut a wig12.3.2

    3. 3.

      Discuss setting and styling a wig12.3.3

    4. 4.

      Discuss cleaning and conditioning a wig12.3.4

    5. 5.

      Apply all safety and sanitation procedures for wig services12.3.5

  • 12.4

    Discuss various hair pieces

    1. 1.

      Discuss hair extensions with client during salon services12.4.1

    2. 2.

      Classify methods of hair extensions12.4.2

    3. 3.

      Perform client consultation for hair extensions12.4.3

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 11 and Grade 12
When were these standards adopted?
2010
Where can I read the official document?
Cosmetology I

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