31502306Barber or Cosmetology Instructor Course
Course Information
Description
This course explores the Madison College Barber/Cosmetology Academy including goals & curriculum. Discussion includes the laws and rules sated by WI Safety and Professional Service with regard to policies and procedures for certifying instructors. Participants will develop lessons & assessment plans, discuss safety and first aid, student advising, record keeping and interpersonal skills needed for success in the Barbering/Cosmetology industry. Students must have completed a minimum of 2,000 practice hours as a Barber, Cosmetologist or Manager. An active Barber, Cosmetology or Manager license is required.
Total Credits
3

Course Competencies
  1. Explore the goals of a Barber/Cosmetology program
    Assessment Strategies
    By completing a self-reflection paper
    Criteria
    your self reflection paper  includes the qualities of an effective Barber/Cosmetology instructor
    your self reflection paper  includes the qualities of an effective Barber/Cosmetology graduate
    your self reflection paper summarizes the Barber/Cosmetology curriculum
    your self reflection paper summarizes how to create an effective learning environment

  2. Examine rules and laws related to Barber/Cosmetology in the state of WI
    Assessment Strategies
    by passing a quiz of 75% or better
    Criteria
    you identify license requirements
    you identify certification requirements
    you identify safety and sanitation requirements
    you apply safety and sanitation requirements to given scenarios

  3. Explore Barber/Cosmetology curriculum
    Assessment Strategies
    In a self reflection paper
    Criteria
    your self-reflection paper includes a self-assessment of strengths and weaknesses pertaining to Barber/Cosmetology curriculum
    your self-reflection paper includes application of curriculum and learning cycle components to a personal memorable learning experience

  4. Explore adult learners
    Assessment Strategies
    in a self assessment modality questionnaire
    Criteria
    your self-reflection paper describes all learning types
    your self-reflection paper uses action verbs
    your self-reflection paper outlines modality strengths
    your self-reflection paper outlines personalized learner types

  5. Explore presentation styles needed to succeed as a Barber/Cosmetology Instructor.
    Assessment Strategies
    by a 3 to 5 minute presentation
    Criteria
    you present an introduction
    you present a body
    you present a conclusion
    you show knowledge of the subject
    you use simple clear language/explanations
    you show professionalism
    you show enthusiasm
    you appear confident
    you establish good eye contact
    you use appropriate hand/arm/body movements
    you provide appropriate copies of summary topic
    you project appropriate volume
    you articulate words clearly
    you present varied pitch
    you present conversational tone
    you use appropriate rate of speech

  6. Plan for classroom success
    Assessment Strategies
    by producing a learning environment plan for a specific course or another learning experience
    by completion of the worksheet
    by completing the crossword puzzle
    Criteria
    your plan describes the purpose of the course, the target learner population, and the deliver mode
    your plan introduces the lesson
    your plan encourages student participation
    your plan includes assigned reading
    your plan includes a review
    your plan uses who-what-where-when-how
    your plan includes please, thank you, I’m proud of you, we need you
    your plan breaks down complex information down to simple
    your plan includes oral questions
    your plan includes a correct response when a wrong answer is given

  7. Examine a task analysis
    Assessment Strategies
    by developing a task analysis for permanent waving
    Criteria
    your plan includes consultation
    your plan includes draping
    your plan includes sectioning
    your plan includes wrapping
    your plan includes sanitation
    your plan includes scalp analysis
    your plan includes a gentle shampoo
    your plan includes a 9-section head parting
    your plan includes wetting the hair
    your plan includes correct subsections for wrapping
    your plan includes wrapping
    your plan includes using end papers
    your plan includes hair is held at a 45 degree angle
    your plan includes wrapping the perm rod on base

  8. Classify support learning materials/objects that support a learning plan
    Assessment Strategies
    by developing a list of learning materials/objects, handouts, charts, graphs, work sheets, templates, reading assignments, experiments for a minimum of one learning plan
    using a performance-based learning plan of your own
    Criteria
    your list identifies the target competency and/or other target learning outcomes
    your list includes at least three items that support learning and present content; practices, handouts, slides, charts, graphs work sheets, templates, reading assignments, experiments, etc.
    your list shows evidence that you have explored the options for including one or more learning objects
    each item on your list is furnished with an explanation for what it will be used for
    each item includes a description of how the it will help learners achieve the targeted competency and or other target learning outcomes
    each item includes a verification free from gender, racial and cultural bias
    each item shows application of skills and knowledge to the real world
    each item includes a brief critique of how it fits the needs and abilities of the learners
    each item includes a defense of the efficiency/effectiveness ratio (in terms of learning time and value to learning)
    each item includes evidence that the item is readily accessible to learners at the reasonable cost
    your list includes learning materials/objects that are presented in varied formats; print, audio, video, computer experiments.)
    your list includes oral questions to support learning

  9. Create learning plans
    Assessment Strategies
    by creating a teaching plan
    using a performance-based leaning plan of your own
    by planning for a specific group of learners
    by planning for a specific delivery mode (e. g. classroom online telecourse etc.)
    Criteria
    your teaching plan is based on a performance-based learning plan that targets specific learning outcomes
    your teaching plan incorporates all phases of the learning cycle; motivation, comprehension, practice, and application
    your teaching plan includes learning activities that support a variety of learning styles
    your teaching plan includes teaching strategies
    your teaching plan includes guidelines for each activity
    your teaching plan includes a list of resources and supplies
    your teaching plan can be accomplished within the time constraints and is feasible for delivery via the selected deliver mode

  10. Determine Learning Plan Delivery
    Assessment Strategies
    After completing the competencies Plan a learning environment that meets the needs of learners, Outline classroom management strategies. Select learning materials/objects that support a learning plan and Create teaching plans
    By facilitating a learning experience that incorporates large group, small group and individualized activities
    In a real-time observed by your instructor, and peers, peer and learner evaluations documenting a real-time demonstration
    Using a performance-based learning plan of your own
    Using a teaching plan that supports the learning plan
    Criteria
    You communicate the target learning outcomes i.e. learning objectives, competencies, core abilities, general education or program
    You facilitate activities to meet a minimum of three learning preferences
    You organize the learning experience according to the learning cycle to promote long-term retention of content
    You give clear directions for completion of the learning activity
    You arrange for necessary resources/supplies
    You use accurate and relevant information
    You use examples to show application to the real world
    You use one of more teaching aids
    You employ oral questioning techniques that promote higher order thinking
    You facilitate in a manner that is free of bias and stereotyping
    You present guidelines to promote effective learning in small groups
    You incorporate one or more collaborative activity (i. e. brainstorming, nominal group techniques, model building, problem-solving, experience/opinion sharing, debating, etc).
    You encourage equitable participation of all learners
    You close the activity by summarizing and focusing on what has been accomplished
    You prepare and administer evaluations that request feedback on the above criteria and reflect on the results

  11. Employ critical thinking and reflection techniques
    Assessment Strategies
    after completing the competency "Create learning plans"
    using a performance-based learning plan of your own and a teaching plan that supports it
    (If you do not have a performance-based learning plan, you may use one that is provided by your instructor.)
    in a real or simulated demonstration
    Criteria
    your questions are relevant to the intended learning outcomes (i.e.learning objectives,
    competencies, core abilities, program outcomes, or general education outcomes)
    your questions engage learners in exploration of the content and its application
    your questions encourage critical thinking and reflection
    your questions may have multiple right answers and rarely require a yes/no response
    you allow learners to think by using pauses and silence
    you acknowledge learners' responses with encouraging feedback
    you probe learners' answers, seeking clarification or elaboration

  12. Adapt learning plans to meet the needs for a variety of delivery modes
    Assessment Strategies
    after completing the competencies "Plan a learning environment that meets the needs of
    learners," "Outline classroom management strategies," "Select learning materials/objects that
    support a learning plan," and "Create learning plans"
    by designing a learning plan for a learning experience for a delivery mode other than
    traditional classroom [could include individualized lab
    web enhanced, accelerated, ITV or IP Video, etc)
    using a performance-based learning plan of your own
    using technology that supports the learning plan
    Criteria
    your learning plan supports the delivery mode selected
    your learning plan includes student access to resources that support learning in the
    selected delivery mode
    your learning plan incorporates the learning cycle
    your learning strategies are appropriate for your selected delivery mode
    your learning plan includes instructions and guidelines for each activity
    your learning plan can be accomplished within the time constraints and is feasible for

  13. Adapt learning activities for student with disabilities
    Assessment Strategies
    using a scenario of a learner with a documented disability and a request for accommodation
    provided by your instructor or your classmates
    by recommending a plan of action
    Criteria
    your plan includes a description of the potential barriers in the learning experience
    your plan proposes reasonable accommodations
    your plan includes an analysis of the impact of the accommodation on the learning outcome
    your plan lists resources necessary to provide accommodation

  14. Develop an assessment plan for a course or learning experience
    Assessment Strategies
    by developing an assessment plan
    Criteria
    your assessment plan describes how you will communicate the learning outcomes targeted by the assessments to learners at the beginning of the learning experience
    your assessment plan includes strategies for providing feedback to learners about their
    your performance is from a variety of sources (e.g. self, peer, instructor, and outside evaluators)
    your assessment plan includes a summary of how you will incorporate the use of a variety of formative (continuing improvement) and summative (accountability/graded) assessment tools
    your assessment plan includes a rationale for the grading system
    your assessment plan outlines how a grade will be determined

  15. Address difficult “classroom” situations
    Assessment Strategies
    using a series of scenarios presenting difficult classroom situations provided by your
    instructor or your classmates
    by presenting an oral or written analysis of each situation
    Criteria
    your analysis includes an explanation of the nature of the situation
    your analysis identifies any school policies and support systems that apply to this situation
    your analysis includes a description of the responsibilities of the learner and of the teacher
    your analysis proposes strategies for diffusing the situation and minimizing disruption of learning
    your analysis includes recommendations for resolving the current situation
    your analysis includes recommendations for preventing future occurrences

  16. Explain record-keeping procedures for Barber/Cosmetology instructors
    Assessment Strategies
    by completing record-keeping procedures
    using applicable technology
    Criteria
    you complete records for student hours
    you complete client/student schedules and data
    you complete inventory records
    you use appropriate accounting procedures
    you complete academic and student services records