31502511Barbering Fundamentals
Course Information
Description
Provides an overview of the barbering industry; introduces state statutes (laws) and rules as they apply to barber safety and sanitation; examine bacteriology and principles for infection control. Explore decontamination procedures for tools, equipment, and surfaces. Discuss the role of a professional image. Explain the purpose of barbering organizations and the Department of Safety and Professional Services. Develop short and long term goals and compare professional and personal ethics.
Total Credits
1
Course Competencies
  1. Discuss the role of a professional image in the barbering industry
    Assessment Strategies
    Written and/or oral performance
    Criteria
    Describe professional dress for a barber
    Describe professional dress as related to safety and decontamination rules
    Describe the role of rest, exercise, relaxation, nutrition, personal hygiene, and grooming in a successful barbering career
    Describe effective personality qualities for a barber
    Model correct posture, stance, and sitting techniques for a barber
    Explain effective components of communication between a barber and client
    Explain the rules of ethics that barbers should follow
    Differentiate between professional ethics and personal ethics

  2. Develop a plan to maintain professional growth as a barber
    Assessment Strategies
    Written product (plan)
    Criteria
    Describe career opportunities related to your future in barbering
    Plan includes short and long term career goals
    Plan includes strategies for keeping up with advancements in technology
    Plan includes strategies for keeping up with new techniques and products
    Plan includes strategies for keeping up with current trends
    Plan includes steps to keep current with changes in laws and rules
    Plan describes methods to develop a network and promote community engagement
    Include relevant professional associations

  3. Implement basic first aid, safety and decontamination principles for infection control
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill demonstration and/or quiz
    Criteria
    Apply rules and state statutes from the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (Department of Regulation and Licensing)
    Differentiate between a statute, rule, and regulation
    Follow safety and sanitation guidelines
    Maintain barbering tools and equipment in a safe and sanitary manner
    Describe characteristics of bacteria and their interaction with environments and other organisms

  4. Adhere to the current state and federal administrative codes and statutes for barbers
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill demonstration and/or quiz
    Criteria
    Determine when you are not able to perform a service
    Identify diseases or disorders relating to a client's hair, skin, or nails
    Determine when disinfectant should be changed
    Recognize when it is best to sweep hair up
    Recommend what to do if water or other liquid is spilled
    Determine when disinfecting should happen
    Explain the procedure for blood exposure
    Describe effective safety and sanitation procedures for decontamination and infection control
    Adhere to administrative codes for safety, work environments, and professional services
    Follow codes and statutes for licensure and licensing related to barbers, managers, establishments, and employers

  5. Demonstrate decontamination procedures for tools, equipment, and surfaces
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill demonstration
    Criteria
    Mix decontamination products according to manufacturer’s directions
    Mix surface disinfectant product according to manufacturer’s directions
    Use laundry additives according to manufacturer’s directions
    Use laundry soap according to manufacturer’s directions
    Mix and use any chemical according to manufacturer’s directions