Cosmetology

(3½ Semesters and/or ½ Session)

Program Coordinator and Instructor: Haddenham

Advanced Instructors: Fitch, Jackson
Instructor: Fuger, Wilde

Two certificates are available. Also see Marketing and Management (Business Technology option) for the Associate of Applied Science degree.

This program will provide students with the skills and knowledge to perform a variety of beauty services which cover all phases of the beauty culture such as manicuring, shampooing, hair styling, make-up application, temporary and permanent hair waving, hair straightening, bleaching and tinting, and various skin and scalp treatments. Graduate Cosmetologists will also have strong human relations skills and the ability to communicate with people.

For a Program Information Packet, use this link, which leads to descriptions of each program in general, course descriptions, lists of course sequences, and the cost of books, tools, uniforms, fees, and other expenses.  The URL is  http://www.isu.edu/ctech/programs.shtml    

This program requires students to achieve certain grades in order to advance each semester. Specific information is available in the program's student handbook.  All courses in the Cosmetology program require a letter grade of "C" or better in order to progress in the program and to graduate. A grade of "C" or better, in each course taken, is a prerequisite to continue to the next semester.

Post-Secondary Technical Certificate in Nail Technology

(½ Semester—Summer Only)

Required Courses:

Successful completion is required to be eligible to take the State Board Examination.

COSM 150        Principles and Practice 
                  of Nail Technology                 11 cr
                                              TOTAL: 11 cr

Technical Certificate in Cosmetology

(3½ Semesters)

Required Courses:

Successful completion of the 56 credits is required to be eligible to take the State Board Examination.

COSM 116        Introduction Principles and
                  Practice of Cosmetology             8 cr
COSM 117        Beginning Principles and      
                  Practice of Cosmetology             8 cr
COSM 126        Fundamental Principles and
                  Practice of Cosmetology I           8 cr
COSM 127        Fundamental Principles and 
                  Practice of Cosmetology II          8 cr
COSM 156        Fundamental Principles and
                  Practice of Cosmetology III         2 cr
COSM 157        Fundamental Principles and 
                  Practice of Cosmetology IV          6 cr
COSM 236        Advanced Principles and
                  Practice of Cosmetology I           8 cr
COSM 237        Advanced Principles and
                  Practice of Cosmetology II          8 cr
                                              TOTAL: 56 cr

Courses

COSM 116 Introduction to Principles and Practices of Cosmetology 8 credits. This course is designed to provide the student with basic knowledge of the fundamentals of hair chemistry and biologies with an introduction to basic permanent waving chemistry, hair cutting and hair styling. The student will perform and demonstrate application of the basic principles on a mannequin. Interpersonal skills, professional and personal development, the dynamics of people skill within the salon industry will be introduced. This course requires critical thinking, writing and verbal communication skills pertaining to the field of cosmetology. Role playing and mock situations will be utilized. Classroom and lab will integrated. F, S

COSM 117 Beginning Principles and Practice of Cosmetology 8 credits. This course builds upon concepts taught in COSM 116 - Principles and Practice. This course will continue with the basic fundamentals of hair design, hair chemistry and biology, and interpersonal skills. Classroom and lab will be integrated. PREREQ: COSM 116. F, S

COSM 126 Fundamental Principles and Practice of Cosmetology I 8 credits. Continuation of concepts and practices taught in COSM 117. This course is a combination of classroom, lab and live work on the clinic floor dealing with customer needs and practical application therein. PREREQ: COSM 117. F, S

COSM 127 Fundamental Principles and Practice of Cosmetology II 8 credits. Continuation of COSM 126. This course is a combination of lab, live work, and classroom work. The students will perform services on clientele, learn retail, customer relation, scheduling appointments, and dispensary duties pertaining to all phases of cosmetology. PREREQ: COSM 126. F, S

COSM 150 Principles and Practice of Nail Technology 11 credits. Course activities explore all types of nail care and design methods including manicuring, pedicuring, sculpted nail application, nail care, chemistry, biological concepts, anatomy and physiology of nails, and safety standards and procedures. Su

COSM 156 Fundamental Principles and Practice of Cosmetology III 2 credits. Continuation of COSM 127. PREREQ: COSM 127. Su

COSM 157 Fundamental Principles and Practice of Cosmetology IV 6 credits. Continuation of COSM 156. PREREQ: COSM 156. Su

COSM 236 Advanced Principles and Practices of Cosmetology I 8 credits. Continuation of COSM 157. Study of advanced techniques and concepts of cosmetology, including salon development, the salon business, and state laws and regulations. PREREQ: COSM 157. F, S

COSM 237 Advanced Principles and Practice of Cosmetology II 8 credits. Continuation of COSM 236. State board preparation and advanced techniques and concepts of cosmetology. PREREQ: COSM 236. F, S

COSM 279 Seminar 1-16 credits. This course is designed as a review for re-examination and/or refresher course for cosmetologists from Idaho or other states in preparation for the Idaho State Board of Cosmetology Examination. S

COSM 298 Special Topics 1-8 credits. This course is designed to meet the specific needs of individuals. It will enable the students to upgrade their technical skills through part-time or full-time enrollment in units of instruction that are currently available through the program's full-time pre-employment program. Teacher training is available for those individuals preparing to take the State Board Instructors Examination. PREREQ: Permission of program coordinator. D

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