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This course teaches basic theory in the following subjects: health and safety, disinfection and sanitation, anatomy, chemistry, physiology, bacteriology, mycology, chemical hair services, texture, hair sculpting, natural hair , salon success, professionalism, and professional ethics. Course guidelines are in compliance with the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Rules and Regulations. This is the first course in a series of four. Graded.

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This course teaches the student basic scientific theory in trichology, occupational health and safety, communicable diseases in the workplace, dermatology, communication skills. Students will learn the principles of facials, manicuring, hair cutting, styling, hair coloring, chemical straightening, and permanent waving. Course guidelines are in compliance with with the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. Students will begin to practice operations on doll heads and student exchange in order to perfect their skill. This is the second course in a series of four. Graded.

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This course teaches the study with the basic scientific theory in electricity as it applies to cosmetology, heat and light energy, neurology, osteology, occupational safety precautions of HIV/AIDS and hepatitis B, disorders of the skin, scalp and hair, salon management, ergonomics. Students will learn the principles of advanced facials, facial massage techniques, hair removal and lash and brow beautification and manicuring and pedicuring and introduces long hair design. Introductory wig, hairpieces, hair addition and hair extensions essentials. Course guidelines are in compliance with the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Rules and Regulations. This is the third course in a series of four. Graded.

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This course teaches the student basic scientific theory in cosmetic chemistry, professional development, wigs, hairpieces, and the principles of advanced hair sculpting. Skills are performed on patrons in a salon atmosphere. Course guidelines are in compliance with the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Rules and Regulations. This is the fourth course in a series of four. Graded.

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An advanced course in Cosmetology that acquaints the student with the State Board of Cosmetology examination and preparation for job interview skills. The student engages in advanced manipulative training and practices these skills on patrons from the community in a beauty salon atmosphere. Level V is the fifth in a series of five. Each week of instruction consists of 40 hours or 8 hours per day. Graded.

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Formerly: Cosmetology to Barber Crossover Level 1. This course provides training for the cosmetologist in the various aspects of barbering and prepares the student for the California State Board Barber Examination. This course consists of technical instruction and practical operations covering those barber practices that are not a part of the required training or practice of a cosmetologist. Lecture/Lab. Graded. NOT DEGREE APPLICABLE.

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This is the second level course that provides training for the cosmetologist in the various aspects of barbering and prepares the student for the California State Board Barber Examination. The course offers additional theory hours and advanced techniques in the areas of haircutting, rest facials and facial shaving. Lecture/Lab. Graded. NOT DEGREE APPLICABLE.

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An introductory course in barbering which introduces the student with the history of barbering, infection control and safe work practices, basic scientific theory in anatomy, physiology, microbiology, sterilization, the Barbering and Cosmetology Act and the Board's rules and regulations, hair dressing for permanent waving, haircoloring, men's haircutting, hair design, and professional ethics. Lecture/Lab. Graded. NOT DEGREE APPLICABLE.

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A beginning course in barbering which acquaints the student with scientific theory in trichology, occupational health and safety considerations, disinfection and sanitation, the principles of facials, shaving, men and women's haircutting, haircoloring, chemical straightening and permanent waving. Students will begin to practice operations on live models in order to perfect their skill. Level 2 is the second in a series of six. Lecture/Lab. Graded. NOT DEGREE APPLICABLE.

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An intermediate course in barbering which acquaints the student with men's hair replacement, chemistry, electricity, light therapy, treatment of the hair and scalp as they relate to the profession of barbering. Additional theory and practical applications will be included as they relate to the subjects of haircutting, haircoloring, texture services, facials and hair styling. Students will practice on mannequins and live models in a salon atmosphere in order to perfect their skills. Level 3 is the third in a series of six. Lecture/Lab. Graded.

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An advanced course in barbering which acquaints the student with advanced techniques in men and women's haircutting, hair styling, haircoloring, bleaching, permanent waving, chemical straightening, shaving, communication skills, professional ethics, salesmanship, client record keeping, decorum, and basic tax information relating to booth renters, independent contractors, employee and employers. The student engages in manipulative training and practices these skills on patrons from the community in a salon atmosphere. Level 4 is the fourth in a series of six. Lecture/Lab. Graded.

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An advanced course in barbering which acquaints the student with preparation for job interview skills. The student engages in advanced manipulative training and practices these skills on patrons from the community in a salon atmosphere. Level 5 is the fifth in a series of six. Lecture/Lab. Graded.

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An advanced course in barbering which prepares the student for the State Board of Barbering Examination. The student engages in advanced manipulative training and practices these skills on patrons from the community in a salon atmosphere. Level 6 is the last in a series of six. Lecture/Lab. Graded.

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This course is the first session of two nine week courses comprising of 336 hours to be applied to a State Board Certification in esthetics. The course is designed to introduce the beginning student to standards of professional conduct and to scientific theory of all subjects dealing with skin care, (i.e. anatomy, histology of the skin). It also provides a laboratory experience with an emphasis on skin care techniques, such as facial massage, hair removal, skin analysis, use of electrical modalities, as well as basic makeup. Students are required to purchase an esthetician kit, program uniform and other program materials. Graded.

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This course is the second session of two nine week courses comprising of 336 hours to be applied to a State Board Certification in esthetics. The course is designed to provide a more in-depth skills of esthetics including the scientific theory pertinent to skin (i.e. chemistry, nutrition). The students will learn skin care theory and receive more advanced laboratory training including the application of chemical peels, facial and body massage techniques, hair removal, eyelash extensions, eyelash and brow tinting, perm eyelash lamination, and proper use of electrical facial modalities. Students will learn the skills required to render most professional services. Graded.