Appreciate and apply all personal and work place safety proceduresA
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Demonstrate appropriate work place safety practices (e.g., implements, equipment, PPE, blood spills).A.1
- 2
Maintain an orderly work area.A.2
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Identify types, purposes, and operation of fire extinguishers and suppression systems.A.3
- 4
Recognize when first aid is needed for injuries and follow proper procedures.A.4
- 5
Ensure client safety.A.5
Demonstrate professional behaviorsB
- 1
Demonstrate salon management and operational techniques.B.1
- 2
Adhere to [sic] state law regarding cosmetologyB.2
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Maintain a professional attitude.B.3
- 4
Demonstrate professional ethics in cosmetology.B.4
- 5
Demonstrate employment readiness (e.g., resume, interview preparation, and application skills).B.5
Apply sterilization and sanitation methodsC
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Define sanitation terminology.C.1
- 2
Explain sanitization procedures.C.2
- 3
Apply methods of sanitation and sterilization (e.g., hand washing, clean restrooms, and disposable towels).C.3
- 4
Identify physical and chemical agents.C.4
- 5
Set up a wet/dry sanitizer.C.5
- 6
Identify, mix per manufacturers' recommendations, and apply disinfectants/antiseptics commonly used in salons.C.6
Maintain and opertate implements and equipmentD
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Identify cosmetology equipment and implements.D.1
- 2
Operate cosmetology equipment and implements correctly.D.2
- 3
Maintain cosmetology equipment and implements correctly.D.3
Provide hair and scalp careE
- 1
Explain bacterial physiology and its effects.E.1
- 2
Analyze and use shampoos.E.2
- 3
Perform hair and scalp analysis.E.3
- 4
Conduct scalp treatments.E.4
- 5
Apply hair treatments.E.5
Demonstrate hair cutting and stylingF
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Create three basic types of finger waving.F.1
- 2
Create nine basic types of pin curls.F.2
- 3
Construct four basic types of roller sets.F.3
- 4
Perform five basic types of comb outs.F.4
- 5
Design four basic types of hair cuts using appropriate tools.F.5
- 6
Select, prepare, and give permanent waves (e.g., horizontal rods, vertical rods, and specialty wraps).F.6
- 7
Select, prepare, and give soft curl perms.F.7
- 8
Blow dry hair with appropriate tools.F.8
- 9
Demonstrate thermal hair styling techniques.F.9
Perform nailcare techniquesG
- 1
Identify nail physiology and disorders.G.1
- 2
Suggest treatments for nail disorders.G.2
- 3
Implement a basic manicure with and without sculptured nails and tips.G.3
- 4
Perform a complete pedicure.G.4
Apply makeupH
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Identify the histology of skin.H.1
- 2
Explain the purpose and types of facial treatments.H.2
- 3
Select and apply facial makeup.H.3
- 4
Consult and perform hair removal.H.4
- 5
Select and apply eyebrow and eyelash cosmetic treatments.H.5
- 6
Analyze facial features and types for corrective makup applications.H.6
Perform massage therapyI
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Identify and describe head, arm, hand, and foot anatomical structures.I.1
- 2
Apply arm and hand massage.I.2
- 3
Give a foot and lower leg message.I.3
- 4
Apply a facial treatment.I.4
Apply chemical treatmentsJ
- 1
Describe elementary chemistry related to cosmetology.J.1
- 2
Understand the principle of the color wheel.J.2
- 3
Identify color tones and levels of color.J.3
- 4
Select and apply hair coloring.J.4
- 5
Select and apply hair bleach and tones.J.5
- 6
Select, prepare, and demonstrate chemical relaxing.J.6
Demonstrate leadership skills in the classroom, industry, and societyK
- 1
Demonstrate an understanding of SkillsUSA, its structure, and activities.K.1
- 2
Demonstrate an understanding of one's personal values.K.2
- 3
Perform tasks related to effective personal management.K.3
- 4
Demonstrate interpersonal skills.K.4
- 5
Demonstrate etiquette and courtesy.K.5
- 6
Demonstrate effectiveness in oral and written communication.K.6
- 7
Develop and maintain a code of professional ethics.K.7
- 8
Maintain an appropriate professional appearance.K.8
- 9
Perform basic tasks related to securing and terminating employment.K.9
- 10
Perform basic parliamentary procedures in a group meeting.K.10
Explain and demonstrate skills in a specialization area identified by the instructorL
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Explain and demonstrate skills in a specialization area identified by the instructorL
Frequently asked questions
- What grade levels do these standards cover?
- Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
- Where can I read the official document?
- Cosmetology
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