31502363Advanced Salon Externship
Course Information
Description
Students will complete salon services through an externship while working in a community-based licensed establishment under the supervision of a licensed cosmetologist.
Total Credits
2
Course Competencies
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Implement safety and infection control practicesAssessment StrategiesSkill DemonstrationCriteriaPractice safety and sanitation procedures as identified in Wisconsin statutes and administrative codesSmock, apron, chemical, and cutting capes are washed effectively off-siteSterilize/disinfect tools and equipmentFollow personal hygiene protocol to prevent infection spreadIdentify disorders of the hair, skin, scalp and nails that are outside of safety and infection control standardsWork area is kept clean and neat
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Practice salon services as specified by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesAssessment StrategiesSkill DemonstrationCriteriaPerform HAIR services (cut, styling, removing, straightening)Perform CHEMICAL services (color, relaxing, permanent wave)Perform NAIL services (manicure, pedicure)Perform SHAVING (beard and mustache shaping, trimming)Describe products to clientsSpeak so others can understand and convey meaning when speaking [speaking]Effectively manage time and stress [self management]Practice workplace etiquette [self management]Accurately self-assess [self management]
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Apply skills from courses to external salonAssessment StrategiesJournal, ReflectionCriteriaJournal includes weekly entriesJournal addresses the questions askedJournal includes activity log of skills needing more practiceReflection includes the salon services performed at the site and their connection to the training received or not received at the college
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Demonstrate problem-solving skills [critical thinking]Assessment StrategiesSkill demonstration, Externship Evaluation of StudentCriteriaEvaluate client needs, business goals, and your roleUse quick reasoning to weigh pros and cons of a decisionDecisions made support the salon and client needsDetermine when it is appropriate to solve problems within your scope as a student
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Demonstrate customer service skillsAssessment StrategiesSkill demonstration, Externship Evaluation of StudentCriteriaCustomer service is delivered in personCustomer service is delivered via phone, text, or other system used by externship siteService provided is courteous, compassionate, and responsive to the client’s needsYou speak to onsite contact if questions arise, within a timely mannerDemonstrate acceptable behavior and judgement (ethics)
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Demonstrate time management skills [self management]Assessment StrategiesSkill demonstration, Externship Evaluation of StudentCriteriaPrioritize multiple tasks to support completion of services within scheduled timeWork efficiently to manage time and stressAct on a decision in a timely mannerPractice workplace etiquetteAccurately self-assess to identify areas of improvement
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Demonstrate communication skills [speaking]Assessment StrategiesSkill demonstration, Externship Evaluation of StudentCriteriaChoose best method of communication for the message (email, text, phone, in person)Interpret oral or written directions from site contact accurately (whether through reading or verbally)Act on directions provided from salonYou speak appropriately, avoiding biased language or stereotypes in a variety of situations, circumstances, and rolesSpeak so others can understandShow respect for ideas and opinions of othersCommunication stays within professional and maturity boundaries appropriate for the workplace
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Evaluate your performance feedback to address skill gapsAssessment StrategiesLab demonstration in college lab, ReflectionCriteriaReflection references results of evaluationReflection identifies strengths such as the skills performed independentlyReflection includes a list of skills that still need assessmentPractice skills not assessed in college lab