COS 100 INTRODUCTION TO COSMETOLOGY THEORY (5-0-5)
Prerequisite: Program admission
Introduces the fundamental theory and practices of the cosmetology profession. Emphasis will be placed on professional practices and safety. Topics include: state and local laws, rules, and regulations; professional image, bacteriology, decontamination and infection control; chemistry fundamentals; safety; Hazardous Duty Standards Act compliance; and anatomy and physiology and types of equipment.

COS 101 INTRODUCTION TO PERMANENT WAVING AND RELAXING (3-2-4)
Prerequisite/Corequisite: COS 100
Introduces the chemistry and chemical reactions of permanent wave solutions and relaxers. Topics include: permanent wave techniques, safety procedures, chemical relaxer techniques, chemistry, and permanent wave and chemical relaxer application procedures on manikins, hair and scalp analysis and physical and chemical damage.

COS 103 INTRODUCTION TO SKIN, SCALP AND HAIR (2-2-3)
Prerequisite/Corequisite: COS 100
Introduces the theory, procedures, and products used in the care and treatment of the skin, scalp and hair. Topics include: basic corrective hair and scalp treatments, plain facial,  products and supplies,  diseases and disorders, and safety precautions.

COS 105 INTRODUCTION TO SHAMPOOING AND STYLING (2-4-4)
Prerequisite: COS 100
Introduces the fundamental theory and skills required to shampoo and create shapings, pincurls, fingerwaves, roller placement, and combouts. Laboratory training includes styling training to total 20 hours on manikins and 25 hours on live models without compensation. Topics include: braiding/intertwining hair, shampoo chemistry, shampoo procedures, styling principles, pincurls, roller placement, finger- waves, combout techniques, skipwaves, ridgecurls, and safety precautions.

COS 106 INTRODUCTION TO HAIRCUTTING (2-2-3)
Prerequisite: COS 100
Introduces the theory and skills necessary to apply haircutting techniques. Safe use of haircutting implements will be stressed. Topics include: haircutting terminology, safety, decontamination, and precautions, cutting implements, and haircutting techniques.

COS 107 INTRODUCTION TO HAIRCUTTING (0-2-3)
Prerequisite: COS 106
This course continues the theory and application of haircutting techniques. Topics include: client consultation, head, hair, and body analysis, style cutting, haircutting techniques, and client consultations/head/hair/body analysis.

COS 108 PERMANENT WAVING AND RELAXING (2-2-3)
Prerequisites:COS 101
Provides instruction in the application of permanent waves and relaxers. Precautions and special problems involved in applying permanent waves and relaxers will be emphasized.  Application of perms and relaxers on live models is included. Topics include: timed permanent wave; timed relaxer application; safety precautions; Hazardous Duty Standards Act compliance.

COS 109 HAIR COLOR (4-4-6)
Prerequisites/Corequisites: COS 100, COS 101, COS 103, COS 105, COS 106, COS 108
Presents the application of temporary, semi-permanent, deposit only, and permanent hair coloring and decolorization products. Topics include: basic color concepts, classifications of color, safety precautions, consultation, communication and record and release forms, product knowledge, special problems in hair color and corrective coloring, and Special Effects.

COS 110 SKIN, SCALP, AND HAIR (2-2-3)
Prerequisite/Corequisites: COS 100, COS 101, COS 103, COS 105, COS 106,  COS 108, COS 109
Provides instruction on and application of techniques and theory in the treatment of the skin, scalp, and hair. Emphasis will be placed on work with live models. Topics include: implements; products and supplies, corrective hair and scalp treatments, facial procedures and manipulations; safety precautions; cosmetic chemistry/products and supplies, and treatment theory; electricity, light therapy and electrotherapy.

COS 111 STYLING (1-4-3)
Prerequisites: COS 105
Corequisite: COS 110
Continues the theory and application of hairstyling and introduces thermal techniques. Topics include: blow dry styling; thermal curling; thermal pressing; thermal waving; advanced cutting and styling; safety precautions; and artificial hair and augmentation.

COS 112 MANICURING AND PEDICURING (2-2-3)
Prerequisite/Corequisite: COS 100
Provides manicuring and pedicuring experience on live models. Topics include: implements, products and supplies, hand and foot anatomy, and physiology, diseases and disorders, manicure techniques, pedicure techniques, nail product chemistry, safety precautions and practices and advanced nail techniques (wraps, tips, acrylics).

COS 113 PRACTICUM I (1-12-5)
Prerequisite/Corequisite: COS 111, COS 112
Prerequisite: High school diploma or GED
Provides laboratory experiences necessary for the development of skill levels required to be a competent cosmetologist. The allocation of time to the various phases of cosmetology is prescribed by the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology. This course includes a portion of the hours required for licensure. Topics include: permanent waving and relaxers; hair color and bleaching; skin, scalp, and hair treatments; haircutting; styling; dispensary; manicure/pedicure/advanced nail techniques; reception; safety precautions/decontamination; and Hazardous Duty Standards Act compliance.

COS 114 PRACTICUM II (4-12-8)
Prerequisite/Corequisite: COS 113
Provides laboratory experiences necessary for the development of skill levels required to be a competent cosmetologist. The allocation of time to the various phases of cosmetology is prescribed by the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology. This course includes a portion of the hours required for licensure. Topics include: permanent waving and relaxers; hair color and bleaching; skin, scalp, and hair treatments; haircutting; styling; dispensary; manicure/pedicure/advanced nail techniques; reception; safety precautions/decontamination; and Hazardous Duty Standards Act compliance; advanced styling and shaping; industry concepts and surviving in the salon (transition from class to employment).

COS 115 PRACTICUM III (1-12-5)
Prerequisite/Corequisite: COS 114
Provides experience necessary for professional development and completion of requirements for state licensure.  Emphasis will be placed on the display of professional conduct and positive attitudes. The appropriate number of applications for completion of state board service credit requirements for this course may be met in a laboratory setting. The maximum number of internship hours for this course is 50 clock hours. Topics include: permanent waving and relaxers; hair color and bleaching; skin, scalp, and hair treatment; haircutting; styling; dispensary; manicure/pedicure/advanced nail techniques; reception; safety precautions/decontamination; and Hazardous Duty Standards Act Compliance.

COS 116 PRACTICUM IV (1-12-5)
Prerequisite/Corequisite: COS 115
Provides experience necessary for professional development and completion of requirements for state licensure. Emphasis will be placed on the display of professional conduct and positive attitudes. The appropriate number of applications for completion of state board service credit requirements for this course may be met in a laboratory setting. Topics include: permanent waving and relaxers; hair color and bleaching; skin, scalp, and hair treatment; haircutting; styling; dispensary; manicure/pedicure/advanced nail techniques; reception; safety precautions/decontamination; and Hazardous Duty Standards Act Compliance; and state licensure preparation.

COS 117 SALON MANAGEMENT (3-2-4)
Prerequisite:  COS 112 or EST 100
Emphasizes the steps involved in opening and operating a privately owned cosmetology salon. Topics include: planning a salon/shop, business management, retailing, public relations, sales skills, career development,  and client retention.

COS 118 NAIL CARE I (0-21-7)
Prerequisites: COS 100, COS 112
Provides additional experience in manicuring and pedicuring techniques required of applicants for state licensure.  Emphasis is placed on performance, using live models in an actual or simulated occupational setting.  Topics include: manicure, nail repair, artificial nails, pedicure, advanced and new techniques, and safety/sanitation.

COS 119 NAIL CARE II (4-15-9)
Prerequisites/Corequisites:  COS 117, COS 118
Provides nail care experience on live models.  Emphasis will be placed on the display of professional conduct and positive attitudes.  The appropriate number of applications required by the State Board of Cosmetology in theory and service credit requirements for this course.  Emphasis is place on performance, using live models in an actual or simulated occupational setting.  Topics include: manicure, nail repair, artificial nails, pedicure, nail art, electric file, HIV and OSHA updates, receptionist and dispensary, state board licensure preparation, and safety/sanitation.

COS 201 THEORY OF INSTRUCTION (1-4-3)
Prerequisite:  Program Admission
Introduces the fundamental theory and practices of the cosmetology instructor profession. Emphasis will be placed on fostering and providing educational training in the field of Cosmetology. Topics include: state and local laws, rules and regulations, professional image, effective communication, theory of instruction, Hazardous Duty Standards Act Compliance, and various career opportunities.

COS 202 COSMETOLOGY RECORD KEEPING (1-4-3)
Prerequisite: COS 201
Introduces the basic record keeping concepts in cosmetology and related areas. Topics include: attendance, grades, student service and theory hours, basic record keeping, and effective use of an advisory committee.

COS 203 SALON MANAGEMENT (0-15-5)
Corequisite: COS 201, COS 202
Emphasizes the steps involved in the operation of a cosmetology program. Topics include: identify entry-level practitioners in hair, skin and nails, teaching effective communication skills, inventory, net working, and portfolio design.

COS 204 PRINCIPLES OF TEACHING (0-15-5)
Corequisite: COS 201, COS 202, COS 203
Provides knowledge and application on the principles of teaching. Topics include: educator to learner relationships, effective and reflective listening skills, emotional influences and needs of today’s learner, destructive verses constructive tactics, learner motivation, and cultivating positive relationships.

COS 205 LESSONS PLANS (0-15-5)
Corequisite: COS 201, COS 202, COS 203, COS 204
Emphasizes the steps in involved in the development of a great lesson plan. Topics include: development of curriculum, effective use of advisory committee, instructional outcomes, list the values of the components of a lesson plan, using visual aids, guidelines for using print materials and audio visuals in a lesson plan.

COS 206 CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT (0-15-5)
Corequisite: COS 205
Emphasizes will be placed on teaching skills, classroom management, and dynamic clinic teaching. Topics include: managing leaner behavior, managing difficult learners, classroom arrangements, role of the clinic environment, and basic principles of academic advising and counseling.

COS 207 LECTURING (0-10-5)
Corequisite: COS 206
Identify the characteristics of the different learner types and teaching methods. Topics include: challenges for all learner styles, timed lecturing, preparing for a lecture method of teaching.

COS 208 TESTING (0-10-5)
Corequisite: COS 207
Emphasizes will be placed on measuring the knowledge by learners. Topics include: purpose of testing, academic policy, developing rubrics, special learner needs, and developing a multiple-category grading system.

COS 209 PRACTICUM I (0-15-5)
Corequisite: COS 205, COS 206, COS 207, COS 208
Provides experience necessary for professional development and completion of requirements for Instructor training state licensure requirements. Emphasis will be placed on the trainee’s display of professional conduct, positive attitude, and evaluation of learners in a lab setting. The requirements for this course may be met in a laboratory setting. Topics include monitoring and evaluating in the following areas: permanent waving and relaxers; hair color and bleaching; skin, scalp, and hair treatments; haircutting; dispensary; styling; manicure/pedicure/advanced nail techniques; reception; safety precautions/decontamination; Hazardous Duty Standards Act compliance.

COS 210 PRACTICUM II (0-15-5)
Corequisite: COS 205, COS 206, COS 207, COS 208
Provides experience necessary for professional development and completion of requirements for Instructor training state licensure requirements. Emphasis will be placed on the trainee’s display of professional conduct, positive attitude, and evaluation of learners in a lab setting. The requirements for this course may be met in a laboratory setting. Topics include monitoring and evaluating in the following areas: permanent waving and relaxers; hair color and bleaching; skin, scalp, and hair treatments; haircutting; dispensary; styling; manicure/pedicure/advanced nail techniques; reception; safety precautions/decontamination; Hazardous Duty Standards Act compliance, and practical exit exam.

COS 211 PRACTICUM III (0-15-5)
Corequisite: COS 205, COS 206, COS 207, COS 208
Provides experience necessary for professional development and completion of requirements for Instructor training state licensure requirements. Emphasis will be placed on the trainee’s display of professional conduct, positive attitude, and evaluation of learners in a lab setting. The requirements for this course may be met in a laboratory setting. Topics include monitoring and evaluating in the following areas: permanent waving and relaxers; hair color and bleaching; skin, scalp, and hair treatments; haircutting; dispensary; styling; manicure/pedicure/advanced nail techniques; reception; safety precautions/decontamination; Hazardous Duty Standards Act compliance.

COS 212 PRACTICUM IV (0-15-5)
Corequisite: COS 205, COS 206, COS 207, COS 208
Provides experience necessary for professional development and completion of requirements for Instructor training state licensure requirements. Emphasis will be placed on the trainee’s display of professional conduct, positive attitude, and evaluation of learners in a lab setting. The requirements for this course may be met in a laboratory setting. Topics include monitoring and evaluating in the following areas: permanent waving and relaxers; hair color and bleaching; skin, scalp, and hair treatments; haircutting; dispensary; styling; manicure/pedicure/advanced nail techniques; reception; safety precautions/decontamination; Hazardous Duty Standards Act compliance, prepare and evaluate a mock license exam.