Course Descriptions

COSM 40 - Advanced Cosmetology Theory

• Prerequisite: "C" or higher in COSM 30 and in 31L
• Corequisite: COSM 41L

COSM majors only. Theory of salon business and management, design decisions, chemistry and State Board Laws and the review of principles of hair styling, hair cutting, hair coloring, permanent waving, nails, facials and make-up.

3 hrs. lect. minimum per week

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of COSM 40, the student will be able to:

• Demonstrate habits and personality traits appropriate for the industry.
• Explain various technical procedures.
• Identify necessary safety and infection control procedures for any given service.
• Review the following state laws and regulations:
  • Chapter 439 Beauty Culture
  • Hawaii Administrative Rules Title 16, Chapter 78 Cosmetology
• Evaluate the necessary components of cosmetology needed to complete the Salon Project.
• Take written State Board practice exams.

Hair

• Select appropriate products for application by analyzing hair.
• Describe the following aspects of hair diseases or disorders:
  • formation
  • growth
  • structure
  • behavior
• Recognize hair diseases or disorders.
• Classify hair diseases or disorders.
• Explain hair color theory.

Skin

• Select appropriate products for application by analyzing skin.
• Describe the following aspects of skin diseases or disorders:
  • formation
  • growth
  • structure
  • behavior
• Recognize skin diseases or disorders.
• Classify skin diseases or disorders.

Nails

• • Select appropriate products for application by analyzing nails.
• Describe the following aspects of nail diseases or disorders:
  • formation
  • growth
  • structure
  • behavior
• Recognize nail diseases or disorders.
• Classify nail diseases or disorders.