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31502315 Barber Haircutting
Course Information
Description
This course introduces basic fundamentals of barber haircutting. Theory and practical applications are introduced including the proper use and care of cutting equipment.
Total Credits
1

Course Competencies (Course Outcomes)
  1. Select tools, implements, and equipment for haircutting
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration - by selecting tools, implements, and equipment for a haircut service
    Skill Demonstration - for a client (or mannequin) and client-related hair conditions
    Skill Demonstration - in preparation for a haircut service
    Criteria
    Selection of tools, implements, and equipment is based on client expectations, consultation, and hair analysis
    Selection includes personal protective equipment
    Selected haircutting tools, implements, and equipment are in good working order
    Selected haircutting tools and equipment previously contaminated by blood were cleaned with soap and water, disinfected with an intermediate level disinfectant, and stored in closed containers
    Selected combs, clips, and haircutting implements were cleaned with soap and water, disinfected with a low level disinfectant, and stored in closed containers
    Selected linens were stored in a decontaminated condition in a closed container
    Selected haircutting drapes are clean to sight and touch
    You complete tool, equipment, and implement selection within 10 minutes

  2. Perform a men's taper haircut
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration - by performing men's taper haircut
    Skill Demonstration - for a client (or mannequin) and client-related hair conditions
    Skill Demonstration - using tools, equipment, and products available for a uniformly layered haircut service
    Criteria
    Men's taper cut includes a hair and scalp analysis
    Men's taper cut includes a client consultation prior to the service
    Men's taper cut includes selecting decontaminated tools and equipment for a specific effect
    Men's taper cut includes preparing the client and work area
    Men's taper cut includes guidelines
    Men's taper cut has a uniform degree curve at the nape and sides of the head
    Men's taper cut has uniformly increasing hair length without a solid weight line in the haircut
    You self-check the haircut
    You clean and disinfect tools, equipment, and the work area
    You dispose of hair clippings and trash in appropriate, covered receptacles
    You complete haircut within 45 minutes

  3. Remove excess bulk from the haircut
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration - by removing excess bulk from haircut
    Skill Demonstration - for a client (or mannequin) and client-related hair conditions
    Skill Demonstration - using tools, equipment and products available for removing excess bulk
    Criteria
    Bulk removal includes hair and scalp analysis
    Bulk removal includes client consultation prior to the service
    Bulk removal includes selecting decontaminated tools and equipment for a specific effect
    Bulk removal includes preparing the client and work area
    Bulk removal includes using effective techniques and methods for the desired haircut
    Bulk removal includes thinning hair from excess bulk using shear or razor
    Texturizing includes various techniques (i.e., chipping)
    Bulk removal/texturizing includes following a pre-determined pattern
    You self-check the bulk removal
    You clean and disinfect tools, equipment, and the work area
    You dispose of hair clippings and trash in appropriate, covered receptacles
    You complete bulk removal within 10 minutes

  4. Shape facial hair
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration - by shaping facial hair
    Skill Demonstration - for a client (or mannequin) and client-related hair/face conditions
    Skill Demonstration - using tools, equipment, and products available for a facial hair shaping service
    Skill Demonstration - by documenting the facial hair shaping service
    Criteria
    Facial hair shaping includes a hair and face analysis
    Facial hair shaping includes a client consultation prior to the service
    Facial hair shaping includes selecting decontaminated tools and equipment for a specific effect
    Facial hair shaping includes preparing the client and work area
    Facial hair shaping includes using the clippers, shears, and comb with various techniques
    Facial hair shaping includes removing excess nose and ear hair
    Facial hair shaping includes trimming the eyebrows
    Facial hair shaping includes specific styles
    Facial hair shaping includes following a pre-determined pattern
    You self-check the facial hair shaping
    You clean and disinfect tools, equipment, and the work area
    You dispose of hair clippings and trash in appropriate, covered receptacles
    You complete facial hair shaping within 30 minutes