COS 141: Introduction to Cosmetology
Citrus College Course Outline of Record
Heading | Value |
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Effective Term: | Fall 2025 |
Credits: | 8 |
Total Contact Hours: | 200 |
Lecture Hours : | 120 |
Lab Hours: | 80 |
Hours Arranged: | 0 |
Outside of Class Hours: | 240 |
Total Student Learning Hours: | 440 |
Strongly Recommended: | ENGL C1000. |
Transferable to CSU: | No |
Transferable to UC: | No |
Grading Method: | Standard Letter |
Catalog Course Description
This is the introductory course for students majoring in cosmetology and/or hairstyling. The course includes theoretical and practical instruction in a variety of subjects including health & safety, disinfection & sanitation, infection control, scalp care, trichology, basic haircutting, and basic hairstyling. A material fee is required for this course. 120 lecture hours, 80 lab hours.
Course Objectives
- Define and introduce various subjects applicable to the field of cosmetology such as: infection control, disinfection & sanitation, health & safety, trichology, hairstyling, haircutting.
- Consult and correctly recognize and identify hair and skin conditions/treatments.
- Analyze and select the appropriate style and haircutting tools needed to meet the client's total personal image.
- Develop basic dexterity skills, techniques and proper work habits needed for cosmetology.
- Demonstrate proper safety and sanitation procedures using correct chemical agents when sanitizing tools.
- Comprehend the importance of communication and interpersonal skills for a service driven industry.
Major Course Content
Health & Safety
- Instruction on hazardous substances
- Chemical safety
- Safety data sheets
- Protection from hazardous chemicals
- Preventing chemical injuries
- Health and safety laws and regulations
- Preventing communicable diseases
Board Approved Health and Safety Course (B&P 7389(a))
- Instruction on hazardous substances
- Basic labor laws
- Physical and sexual assault awareness
Disinfection & Sanitation
- Instruction on proper disinfection procedures to protect the health and safety of consumers as well as the technician
- Proper disinfection procedures for equipment used in establishments
- First aid
- Microbiology & infection control
Treatments
- Scalp
- Hair
- Shampooing
- Treatments/Conditioners
- Disinfection & sanitation
Histology
- Trichology
- Properties of the scalp
- Properties of the hair
- Scalp Diseases and Disorders
Anatomy
- Building blocks of human body
Electricity
- Basic Principles of Electricity
- Salon Usage
- Safety
Hairstyling
- Draping
- Hair analysis
- Cleansing
- Shampooing
- Arranging (with and without rollers)
- Blow drying
- Thermal curling
- Thermal straightening
Haircutting
- Draping
- Safe use of shears
- Palming
- Sectioning
- Parting
- Basic hair cuts
Communication
- Client consultation
- Record keeping
- Interpersonal skills/communication
- Life skills
Lab Content
Cosmetology Procedures
- Rules and regulations
- Step-by-step applications
- Sanitation and disinfection
- Health & Safety procedures
Hair Treatments
- Draping/Shampooing
- Hair and scalp treatments
- Scalp and hair products
- Disinfection & sanitation
Hairstyling
- Draping
- Wet hair design
- Braiding
- Thermal styling
- Blow drying
- Disinfection & sanitation
Safety and Sanitation
- Draping
- Safety to protect consumer
- Infection Control
- Preventing communicable diseases
Haircutting
- Draping
- Palming
- Sectioning/Parting
- Haircut/Shapes
- Solid Form Haircut (0 degree)
- Increased Layered Haircut (180 degree)
- Uniform layered Haircut (90 degree)
- Graduated Haircut (45 degree)
- Disinfection & sanitation
- Safety to protect consumer
Communication
- Client consultation
- Record keeping
- Interpersonal skills
Suggested Reading Other Than Required Textbook
Modern Hair Magazine
American Salon
Behind the Chair Magazine
Examples of Required Writing Assignments
Choose an icon from the hair or beauty industry and create a PowerPoint presentation explaining their early life, education, clients, editorial work, awards, film credits, and contribution to the industry.
Examples of Outside Assignments
Design and create a long layered haircut
Design and create a Pinterest page of hair designs/cuts
Instruction Type(s)
Lab, Lecture, Online Education Lecture