| (a) General requirements. This course is recommended
for students in Grades 9 and 10. Recommended prerequisite: Principles
of Human Services. Students may begin to earn Texas Department of
Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) hours toward a Cosmetology Operator
License. Students shall be awarded one credit for successful completion
of this course.
(b) Introduction.
(1) Career and technical education instruction provides
content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical
knowledge and skills for students to further their education and succeed
in current or emerging professions.
(2) The Human Services Career Cluster focuses on preparing
individuals for employment in career pathways that relate to families
and human needs such as counseling and mental health services, family
and community services, personal care services, and consumer services.
(3) In Principles of Cosmetology Design and Color Theory,
students coordinate integration of academic, career, and technical
knowledge and skills in this laboratory instructional sequence course
designed to provide job-specific training for employment in cosmetology
careers. Students will attain academic skills and knowledge as well
as technical knowledge and skills related to cosmetology design and
color theory. Students will develop knowledge and skills regarding
various cosmetology design elements such as form, lines, texture,
structure and illusion or depth as they relate to the art of cosmetology.
Instruction includes sterilization and sanitation procedures, hair
care, nail care, and skin care and meets the TDLR requirements for
licensure upon passing the state examination. Analysis of career opportunities,
license requirements, knowledge and skills expectations, and development
of workplace skills are included.
(4) Students are encouraged to participate in extended
learning experiences such as career and technical student organizations
and other leadership or extracurricular organizations.
(5) Statements that contain the word "including" reference
content that must be mastered, while those containing the phrase "such
as" are intended as possible illustrative examples.
(c) Knowledge and skills.
(1) The student demonstrates professional standards/employability
skills as required by business and industry. The student is expected
to:
(A) demonstrate professionalism in how to dress appropriately,
speak politely, and conduct oneself in a manner appropriate for the
profession and work site;
(B) employ the ability to be trustworthy by complying
with an ethical course of action;
(C) comply with all applicable rules, laws, and regulations;
(D) use conflict-management skills to avoid potential
or perceived conflict;
(E) investigate employment opportunities, including
entrepreneurship;
(F) evaluate data or outcome of a broad range of personal
care services;
(G) demonstrate effective oral and written communication
skills with diverse individuals, including coworkers, management,
and customers;
(H) develop skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously
such as prioritizing tasks, managing workflow under pressure, and
completing work-related activities in a timely manner;
(I) exercise personal ownership over the quantity and
quality of individual performance and team assignments; and
(J) employ leadership skills within a classroom or
community setting to maintain positive relationships.
(2) The student applies academic skills to the field
of cosmetology design and color theory. The student is expected to:
(A) recognize elements of hair design such as line,
form, space, texture, and color;
(B) investigate and identify lines that create width
and length;
(C) explain the position of diagonal and curved lines
to emphasize or minimize facial features;
(D) identify different facial shapes and their importance
to hair design;
(E) explore the significance and function of parallel
lines in hair design;
(F) judge the relevance of contrasting and transitional
lines in hair design;
(G) explain the importance of knowledge of color theory
as it applies to the cosmetology field;
(H) document the scope of client services affected
by basic color theory such as artificial hair color services, facial
makeup application, eyebrow color, and eyelash tint services;
(I) explain the theories of color illusion such as
light and dark colors and tones that may create an illusion of more
or less volume in the hair design;
(J) justify the selection of color process as it pertains
to skin tone and eye color;
(K) create a logical structure for color; and
(L) make use of primary, secondary, and tertiary colors
as they relate to the field of cosmetology.
(3) The student demonstrates knowledge of the rules
and regulations established by the TDLR. The student is expected to:
(A) apply health and safety policies and procedures;
(B) recognize risks and potentially hazardous situations
in compliance with the TDLR;
(C) navigate the TDLR website for exam eligibility,
exam results, and student hours; and
(D) identify licensure and renewal requirements of
the licensee or licensed cosmetology establishment or school.
(4) The student demonstrates proficiency in the use
of tools, equipment, technologies, and materials used in color theory
and elements of design in cosmetology. The student is expected to:
(A) create a digital portfolio of design elements that
are relevant to the cosmetology field;
(B) use ergonomically designed equipment to promote
professional efficiency;
(C) use available technology sources effective in a
professional salon setting; and
(D) apply universal precautions in disposal of hazardous
materials.
(5) The student applies the academic knowledge and
practical skills to simulated and actual work situations. The student
is expected to:
(A) apply client consultation skills to guide individuals
in recognizing concerns and making informed decisions;
(B) document client satisfaction with procedures and
products to facilitate ease of consultation in future appointments;
(C) locate and compare vendors to maximize benefits
for personal care clients, businesses, or organizations;
(D) demonstrate understanding and proficiency working
with complementary colors;
(E) execute application procedure of artificial hair
color such as virgin tint to darken, bleach retouch, virgin tint to
lighten, and dimensional color services such as cap highlighting,
foil highlighting, and low-lighting;
(F) explore the use of different types of hair colors
such as demi-permanent color, permanent color, semi-permanent color,
temporary color, toners, and fillers;
(G) make use of products designed to increase the vibrancy
of a color formula or to neutralize unwanted tones such as concentrates,
intensifiers, pigments, or drabbers; and
(H) use natural products to color the hair such as
henna or vegetable dyes.
(6) The student analyzes career paths within the cosmetology
industry. The student is expected to:
(A) explore marketing techniques when selecting and
using multimedia to attract and retain clientele;
(B) formulate a salon service menu based upon current
industry trends;
(C) consolidate various methods of obtaining feedback
from clients to understand their expectations and promote high-quality
standards;
(D) create an employment portfolio containing content
such as certifications, samples of work, achievements, and supervisor
or instructor evaluations; and
(E) analyze the role of professional organizations
in cosmetology professions.
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