CSME 2441 100 - PREPARATION: TEXAS COSMETOLOGY EXAM

Introduction

Syllabus

NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE

COURSE SYLLABUS

 

The North Central Texas College (NCTC) Course Syllabus provides the following as required by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB): (1) a brief description of the course including each major course requirement, assignment and examination; (2) the learning objectives for the course; (3) a general description of the subject matter of each lecture or discussion; and (4) any required or recommended readings.  Contact information for the instructor is also provided. The Course Syllabus also provides institutional information to indicate how this course supports NCTC’s purpose and mission. Information specific to a particular section of the course will be included in the Class Syllabus and distributed to enrolled students.

 

Course Title:  Preparation for Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations

Course Prefix & Number:  CSME 2441

Section Number: 100

Term Code: 15/6T

Semester Credit Hours:  4

Lecture Hours:  10

Lab Hours:  144

Course Description (NCTC Catalog): Preparation for state licensing examination

                                                       

Course Prerequisite(s):  CSME 1401, 1405, 1410, 1453, 2401, 2310, 2237, 1443, 1447, 2343

Course Type:

o - Academic General Education Course (from Academic Course Guide Manual but not in NCTC Core)

o - Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course

x - WECM Course

 

Name of Instructor:

Joyce Flanagan

Campus/Office Location:

Gainesville 1507

Telephone Number:

940-668-4210 x 4506

E-mail Address:

Jflanagan@nctc.edu

 

Name of Chair/Coordinator:

Stephanie Lindsey

Office Location:

1506

Telephone Number:

940-668-4210 x 3314

E-mail Address:

slindsey@nctc.edu

 

Grading Policies and Procedures

90-100             A

80-89               B

75-79               C

70-74               D

69 & below     F

Required Course Materials

-  Milady Standard Cosmetology textbook and exam review 2012 edition

-  TDLR Rules and Regulations 2014

-  Pivot Point practice tests

-  PSI CIB (print from www.psiexams.com)

-   Supplies for PSI practical form Final ( list in CIB)

-  $55.00 for Written PSI exam

 

COURSE REQUIREMENTS, EVALUATION METHODS AND GRADING CRITERIA

# of Graded Course Elements

Graded Course Elements

Percentage or Points Values

4

Attendance

40

9

Chapter Tests

20

4

Professional Grade

20

1

Final Exam (average  written and  practical)

20

 

 

INSTITUTIONAL LEARNING GOALS

 

o           A quality general education curriculum in all associate degree programs.

o           Quality freshman and sophomore level courses in arts and sciences which parallel the lower division offerings of four-year colleges and universities.

x          Quality technical programs leading directly to careers in semi-skilled and skilled occupations, and quality technical education programs up to two years in length leading to certificates and associate degrees.

o           Quality programs and services in support of adult literacy and basic skills development as a mean of workforce enhancement and expanding access to higher education.

 

PROGRAM PURPOSE STATEMENT

 

NCTC seeks to implement its goal of providing quality technical programs leading directly to careers in semi-skilled and skilled occupations, and quality technical education programs up to two years in length leading to certificates and associate degrees by offering a coherent sequence of courses with appropriate breadth and depth to prepare students for success in the workforce.

 

DEPARTMENTAL PURPOSE STATEMENT

 

It is the purpose the Cosmetology Department to provide students with a positive learning environment and a pathway to career success in the Cosmetology Arts and Sciences.  The student is educated to a degree of competencies that will enable them to systematically and professionally perform the required skills of their licensure.  

 

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

The successful student will exhibit the skills and the theory knowledge required for the completion of the Texas Cosmetology practical and written examinations for licensure.

 

 

 

 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF SUBJECT MATTER FOR EACH LECTURE/DISCUSSION

Topic

General Description of Subject Matter

 

 

Infection Control

Review of Regulations, Principles of Prevention, and Universal Precautions in the Salon

 

 

TDLR Rules and Regulations

Understanding  State laws concerning Texas Administrative Code and Occupations

 

Licensure requirements, duties, renewal

 

TDLR responsibilities and disciplinary actions

 

 

PSI Candidate Information Bulletin

Information for written and practical licensing examination

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TESTING           The student has one day per day of absence to make up theory tests with a

                          documented excuse. In case of non-acceptance of excuse or no excuse, a grade             

                        of Zero will be given .  This does not apply to Finals. Finals cannot be made up,

                           without direction from Director and Dean.

                          A student can raise a test grade of lower than 75 by correcting a test and turning

                        it back  in. This does not apply to Finals.

 

As of January 1, 2012, NCTC became a tobacco free campus.

 

Disability Services (OSD)

The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides accommodations for students who have a documented disability. On the Corinth Campus, go to room 170 or call 940-498-6207. On the Gainesville Campus, go to room 110 or call 940-668-4209.  Students on the Bowie, Graham, Flower Mound, and online campuses should call 940-668-4209.

North Central Texas College is on record as being committed to both the spirit and letter of federal equal opportunity legislation, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, ADA Amendments Act of 2009, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-112).   http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/SupportServices/Disabilityservices.aspx

 

Support Services

Counseling and Testing staff offer a variety of services to current and prospective students, such as College 101, placement testing, academic advising and course registration, transfer assistance, and College Success seminars (Time Management, Study Skills, Test Anxiety, Choosing a Major, Learning Style Strategies, Career Exploration), and much more.  http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/CounselingTesting.aspx

 

Student Success offers academic coaching, tutoring, including a Writing Center, a Math Lab, free 24/7 online tutoring through Grade Results and assist new students acclimate to college by providing computer lab services for prospective students.   First generation students can also participate in TRIO which offers specialized support services.

http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/SupportServices.aspx

 

Financial Aid offers financial resources for students that qualify, visit the financial aid offices for more information.  http://www.nctc.edu/FInancialAidHome.aspx

 

Early Alert/CARES

The NCTC Early Alert program has been established to assist students who are at risk of failing or withdrawing from a course. Your instructor may refer you to this program if you are missing assignments, failing tests, excessively absent, or have personal circumstances impacting your academic performance. If submitted as an Early Alert you will be notified via your NCTC e-mail address and then contacted by a Counseling and Testing advisor or counselor to discuss possible strategies for completing your course successfully.

 The NCTC CARES (Campus Assessment Response Evaluation Services) Team addresses behavior which may be disruptive, harmful or pose a threat to to the health and safety of the NCTC community-such as stalking, harassment, physical or emotional abuse, violent or threatening behavior, or self-harm. As a student, you have the ability to report concerning behavior which could impact your own safety or the safety of another NCTC student. Just click the NCTC CARES Team logo posted on MyNCTC, or send an e-mail to CARESTeam@nctc.edu.  As always, if you feel there is an immediate threat to your own safety or welfare (or to another student), please call 911 immediately.

 

CSME 2441 Preparation for Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation

 

COURSE OUTLINE

 

Course Description

This course is an in-depth coverage of the theory and practice for the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations testing for licensure.

 

TESTING MATERIALS

Milady Standard of Cosmetology textbook and exam review (2012)

TDLR Rules and Regulations

Pivot Point exam review

PSI CIB

 

COURSE OBJECTIVES

1.    Ch. 5 Milady textbook; Infection Control

2.   Milady  textbook and exam review and Pivot Point

Exam review and TDLR Rules and Regulations;

Review for written test for Course final and PSI State Board Written Exam

3.   PSI CIB; Learn required procedures and protocols for State Board Practical exam

REQUIRED LEARNING ACTIVITIES FOR EACH UNIT

1.   Read and study assigned material

2.   Discuss in class

3.   Test according to unit  procedures and schedule

 

 

Chapter 5

Unit Outcomes

Upon completion of this unit the student will be reviewed and ready for state testing on Infection Control.

1.   Why Study Infection Control

2.   Regulation

3.   Principles of Prevention

4.   Universal Precautions

5.   The Professional Salon Image

6.   Procedures

 

Course Outline

1.   Understanding state laws and rules and the difference.

2.   List the types and classifications of bacteria.

3.   Define Hepatitis and HIV and explain how they are transmitted.

4.   Explain cleaning (sanitizing), disinfecting, and sterilizing

5.   List the types of disinfectants and how they are used..

6.   Discuss Universal Precautions.

7.   List your responsibilities as a salon professional.

 

Milady Textbook and Exam Review and Pivot Point Exam Review

 

Unit Outcomes

Upon completion of this unit the student will be prepared to pass the written portion of the state board exam for licensure.

COURSE OUTLINE

1.   Milady Exam Review – tests Ch. 1- 32

2.   Pivot Point Review – Tests Ch. 1-16

3.   TDLR Rules and Regulations – Ch. 83, Ch. 1602, and Ch. 1603

 

PSI  Candidate Information Bulletin

 

Unit Outcomes

With completion of this unit the student will be prepared to pass the practical portion of the state board licensure exam.

 

COURSE OUTLINE

1.   Pre-exam set up

2.   Manicure

3.   Facial

4.   Virgin Tint

5.   Virgin Relaxer

6.   Bleach Retouch

7.   Shampoo Service

8.   Hair Shaping Service

9.   Permanent Waving Service

10. Curl Placement and Roller Demo

11. Blow Dry and Thermal Curl Demo

 

 

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