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Examine the structure, composition, and related glands of the skin.
Assessment Strategies
by completing activities as assigned by your instructor.
by taking a test/exam.
Criteria
You define terms related to the structure, composition, and related glands of the skin.
You describe the functions of the skin to include: sensation, hydration, absorption, regulation, protection, excretion, and respiration.
You label a diagram identifying the five layers of the epidermis as stratum corneum, lucidum, granulosum, and germinativum.
You provide the purpose and characteristics of each of the layers of the epidermis.
You identify the structures within the dermis of the skin to include collagen, blood and lymph vessels, nerves, sweat glands, oil glands, hair follicle, arrector pili muscles, and papillae.
You provide the functions for sudoriferous and sebaceous glands within the dermis of the skin.
You identify the structures within the subcutaneous layer of the skin.
You provide the purpose and functions of the subcutaneous layer.
You identify the purpose for melanin within our skin as protective.
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Characterize skin diseases and disorders as treatable or non-treatable.
Assessment Strategies
by completing activities as assigned by your instructor.
by completing the Disorders and Diseases of the Skin Presentation according to criteria in a scoring guide.
by taking a test/exam.
Criteria
You relate the definition to its corresponding term.
You differentiate between a subjective symptom as one you feel, from an objective symptom as one you see.
You identify characteristics of primary lesions to include macule, papule, vesicle, bulla, pustule, wheal, and tumor.
You identify characteristics of secondary lesions to include scales, crusts, excoriations, fissures, scars, and ulcers.
You identify hypertrophies to include callus, verruca, and skin tags.
You identify pigmentation abnormalities as melanoderma and leucoderma.
You identify disorders of the sebaceous glands to include comedones, milia, acne, rosacea, asteatosis, seborrhea, steatoma, furuncles, and carbuncles.
You identify disorders of the sudoriferous glands to include bromidrosis, anhidrosis, hyperhidrosis, and miliaria rubra.
You identify inflammatory disorders as dermatitis and eczema.
You identify conditions that prohibit services to include client pain, redness, swelling, itching, or open lesions on the skin or scalp.
You identify the conditions that are present which prohibit performing services as: herpes simplex, ulcers, verruca, hives, rosacea, furuncle, carbuncle, miliaria rubra, dermatitis, and eczema.
Presentation includes a statement explaining whether a service can or can not be offered given the skin condition.
Presentation includes a description of the treatment of the condition.
Presentation includes a description of the symptoms of the skin condition.
Presentation includes a visual of the skin condition.
Presentation includes a description of the skin condition.
You cite resources used for research.
You apply grammar and spelling rules to written work.
You organize information.
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Consult with a client recommending a skin care regimen specific to their needs.
Assessment Strategies
through documentation of a client Consultation and analysis on a client record card. (Skin Care Record and Skin Evaluation)
by completing corresponding assignment.
through participation in online activities.
through integration of Core Abilities/Critical Life Skills into each weeks activities.
by passing all written and practical assessments.
Criteria
Consultation includes documenting clients personal information to include medical, dietary, and cosmetic history.
Consultation includes determining the skin type of the client.
Consultation includes analysis identifying characteristics of the skin such as whiteheads, comedones, broken capillaries, discolorations, and blemishes.
Consultation includes determination of the client's skin condition and elasticity.
Consultation includes determination if skin disorders or diseases are present.
Consultation includes deciding if a service can be performed due to the presence/non-presences of skin disorders or diseases.
Consultation includes recommendation of salon treatments and services related to skin care.
Consultation includes choice of cleanser, toner, moisturizer, and mask based on the analysis of the skin.
Consultation includes recommendation of products for home use.
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Perform a complete facial to include understanding facial anatomy, preparation, massage, and completion.
Assessment Strategies
by completing corresponding assignment.
through participation in online activities.
performing a facial on volunteer/client in the face-to-face class.
through integration of Core Abilities/Critical Life Skills into each week's activities.
by passing all written and practical assessments.
Criteria
Learner identifies the benefits of a massage service.
Learner considers the choice of products to use during the facial based on the consultation.
Learner identifies the five basic massage movements as effleurage, petrissage, tapotement, friction, and vibration.
Massage incorporates the five basic massage movements using the proper techniques for the intended affect.
Learner identifies the motor nerve points affected during a facial massage.
Learner practices all safety and relaxation procedures when performing a massage.
Learner follows the proper sequence of steps when performing the set-up, cleansing, toning, and exfoliation portion of the facial.
Learner follows the proper sequence of steps when performing the massage portion of the facial.
Learner follows the proper sequence of steps when performing the mask portion of the facial.
Learner follows the proper sequence of steps when performing the completion of the facial service.
Learner incorporates all infection control and safety procedures that relate to the service.
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Offer a variety of hair removal options specific to a client's needs.
Assessment Strategies
by completing corresponding assignments.
through participation in online activities.
by recommending a hair removal method specific to the client's needs.
by passing all written and practical assessments.
through integration of Core Abilities/Critical Life Skills into each weeks activities.
Criteria
Learner uses terms related to hair removal such as superfluous hair, hirsuties, hypertrichosis in the proper context.
Learner identifies specific questions related to the skin and hair removal in the consultation.
Learner identifies lightening as an alternative to hair removal when appropriate.
Learner identifies temporary hair removal choices as tweezing, shaving, hot and/or cold waxing, and chemical depilatories.
Learner selects a method of temporary hair removal according to the skin analysis and client consultation.
Learner sequences the steps in each method of temporary hair removal in the proper order.
Learner outlines the guidelines related to eyebrow arching to achieve a well-arched eyebrow.
Learner identifies permanent hair removal options as: galvanic, thermolysis, and blended.
Learner selects a method of permanent hair removal according to the skin analysis and client consultation.
Learner sequences the steps in each method of permanent hair removal in the proper order.
Learner follows all safety and infection control guidelines related to hair removal.
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Design a make-up application to best accentuate a client's facial shape, color, and features.
Assessment Strategies
by completing corresponding assignments.
through participation in online activities.
by completing the Make-up Design Assessment.
by completing the Make-up Project.
by passing all written and practical assessments.
through integration of Core Abilities/Critical Life Skills into each weeks activities.
Criteria
Consultation/analysis includes the client's past experience with make-up.
Consultation/analysis includes determination of the client's facial shape.
Consultation/analysis includes determining features to accentuate and to diminish.
Consultation/analysis includes determining the level of sensitivity the client has experienced with cosmetics.
Make-up project includes two pictures of the oval facial shape and an explanation on techniques to diminish or accentuate the shape.
Make-up project includes two pictures of the oblong facial shape and an explanation on techniques to diminish or accentuate the shape.
Make-up project includes two pictures of the pear facial shape and an explaination on techniques to diminish or accentuate the shape.
Make-up project includes two pictures of the heart facial shape and an explaination on techniques to diminish or accentuate the shape.
Make-up project includes two pictures of the square facial shape and an explaination on techniques to diminish or accentuate the shape.
Make-up project includes two pictures of the round facial shape and an explaination on techniques to diminish or accentuate the shape.
Make-up project includes two pictures of the diamond facial shape and an explaination on techniques to diminish or accentuate the shape.
Make-up project includes two pictures of correct natural make-up applications and two incorrect natural make-up applications
Make-up project includes two pictures of correct business make-up applications and two incorrect natural make-up applications
Make-up project includes two pictures of correct evening make-up applications and two incorrect natural make-up applications
Make-up project includes two pictures of correct dramatic make-up applications and two incorrect natural make-up applications
You identify of terms related to color as hue, tint, shade, value, intensity, and tone.
Make-up design includes an reference to the products, implements, supplies, and equipment that will be used during application.
Make-up design includes choice of concealer based on skin imperfections and undertones.
Make-up design includes foundation choice based on classification of skin color.
Make-up design includes identifying the proportions of the eye.
Make-up design includes different eyebrow shapes.
Make-up design includes eyeliner to define and emphasize the shape and size of the eye.
Make-up design includes shadows to highlight or shadow the eye.
Make-up design includes mascara to define, lengthen, and thicken the lashes.
You suggest an artificial lash technique as an option.
Make-up design includes powder to set the rest of the make-up.
Make-up design includes a choice of blush based on the color analysis of the client.
Make-up design includes a choice of lip liner to define the shape of the lips.
Make-up design includes determining the shape of the lips based on the six lip shapes.
Make-up design includes a choice of lipstick to complete the balance of color.
Make-up design includes a sequence of steps involved in a make-up application.
Make-up design includes alternative ideas for a special occasion such as a wedding.
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Relate electricity to devices used and services offered in the salon.
Assessment Strategies
by completing corresponding assignments.
through participation in online activities.
by passing all written and practical assessments.
through integration of Core Abilities/Critical Life Skills into each weeks activities.
Criteria
Learner relates the two forms of electrical current (AC and DC) to devices used in the salon.
Learner relates units of electrical measurement to devices used in the salon.
Learner recognizes causes of overload and a short circuit.
Learner explains how safety relate to the fuse, circuit breaker, grounding wire, and shock.
Learner describes three salon services resulting in heat, mechanical or magnetic, and electrochemical effects.
Learner identifies the five electrodes used in the salon and the area of the body they are used.
Learner identifies the four types of current used in the salon as Galvanic, Faradic, Sinusoidal, and Tesla (High Frequency).
Learner relates each of the four types of currents to their effects and uses.
Learner differentiates between visible and invisible light.
Learner relates visible light to the fluorescent and incandescent lighting in the salon and their effects.
Learner relates invisible light to infrared and ultraviolet light and their uses and effects during salon services.
Learner identifies the limitations of microdermabrasion services related to barber/cosmetology licensing.
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Perform the steps for a manicure service.
Assessment Strategies
through participation in online activities.
through participation in a face-to-face class.
by performing a manicure.
by taking a test/exam.
Criteria
You define the term manicure and describe its purpose.
You identify the equipment, implements, materials, and supplies needed to perform a manicure.
You identify the nail shapes.
You differentiate a healthy nail from an unhealthy nail.
You identify the steps for a manicure consultation.
You analyze the set-up of a manicure table with clean, disinfected equipment, implements, materials, and supplies.
You identify the removal of old polish.
You identify the procedure to shape the nails.
You identify the procedure to soften and trim excess cuticle.
You identify the procedure to clean and whiten under the free edge.
You identify the procedure for cleansing the nails.
You identify individual client needs (e.g., hangnails, callouses, etc.).
You identify the procedure to perform a hand, wrist, and lower arm massage.
You identify the procedure to apply nail enamel.
You identify the procedure to clean and disinfect tools, equipment, and work area.
You identify the safety precautions when performing a manicure.
You describe methods for nail repair.
You describe the technique for a french manicure.
You describe the steps for a hot oil manicure.
You describe the steps for a male manicure.
You describe nail art.
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Describe the steps for a pedicure.
Assessment Strategies
through participation in online activities.
through participation in a face-to-face class.
by taking a test/exam.
Criteria
You define the term pedicure and describe its purpose.
You identify the equipment, materials, and supplies needed for a pedicure service.
You identify the procedure for a foot and toenail analysis.
You identify the procedure for the client consultation.
You identify the procedure to prepare the work area.
You identify the procedure to remove the old polish and shape the toenails.
You identify the procedure to soften and loosen the cuticle.
You identify the procedure to clean under the free edge and cleanse the nails.
You identify individual client needs (e.g., hangnails, callouses, etc.).
You identify the procedure to perform a foot, ankle, and lower leg massage.
You identify the procedure to apply nail enamel.
You identify the procedure to clean and disinfect tools, equipment, and work area.
You identify safety precautions when performing a pedicure.
You identify the procedure in the event of a blood spill.
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Examine the steps for an artificial nail service.
Assessment Strategies
through participation in online activities.
through participation in a face-to-face class.
by taking a test/exam.
Criteria
You determine the purposes of artificial nails.
You describe a client consultation prior to the artificial nail service.
You identify the selection of clean and decontaminated tools and equipment for set up of an artificial nail service.
You describe the chemicals used in acrylic nails.
You differentiate application of tips, wraps, overlays, gels, and sculptured nails.
You identify the procedure to remove artificial nails; tips, wraps, overlays, gels, and sculptured.
You identify the procedures to clean and disinfect tools, equipment, and work area.
You identify safety procedures when performing artificial nail services.
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Examine the structure and composition of the nail.
Assessment Strategies
through a case study.
through participation in on-line activities.
by taking a test/exam.
Criteria
You use terms related to nail structure and composition.
You determine the health of the nail's structures including free edge, nail body, nail wall, lunula, eponychium, cuticle, matrix, root, mantle, bed, grooves, perionychium, and hyponychium.
You identify the signs of infection including pain, swelling, redness, local fever, throbbing, and pus.
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Characterize nail diseases.
Assessment Strategies
through participation in on-line activities.
by taking a test/exam.
through a written summary of diseases of the nail.
Criteria
You describe components of diseases of the nail including: onychomycosis, tinea, tinea pedis, paronychia, onychoptosis, onychia, onychatrophia, onycholysis, onychogryposis, and onychoryptosis.
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Analyze nail disorders and conditions.
Assessment Strategies
through participation in online activities.
by taking a test/exam.
Criteria
You explain disorders/conditions of the nail including: agnails, bruised nail, leuconychia (leukonychia), pterygium, onychophagy, onychorrhexis, blue nails, corrugations, furrows, onychauxis onychatrophia, and pigmentation problems.
You determine when it is appropriate to perform a service or refer the client to a physician according to salon policies and procedures.
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Examine Wisconsin State Statute Chapter 15 relating to the Structure of the Executive Branch for Barber/Cosmetology.
Assessment Strategies
by completing a written evaluation.
Criteria
You differentiate between a statute and rule as: statutes = Chapters 15, 440, 454 and rules = Chapters COS1-10, RL 1-8 and RL 60-65.
You include the names of each current member that make up the structure of the examining board as identified in Chapter 15.405 (17).
You include your interpretation of what took place at a recent Barber/Cosmetology State Examining Board Meeting by analyzing an agenda and minutes.
You include the selection of officers, frequency of meeting dates, general powers, improvement of profession, and compensation, reimbursement for expenses relating to the Examining Board as outlined in Chapter 15.08.
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Examine Wisconsin State Statute Chapter 440 relating to the Department of Regulation and Licensing for Barber/Cosmetology.
Assessment Strategies
by completing a written evaluation.
Criteria
You define terms relating to Chapter 440 of Barbering and Cosmetology State Statutes correctly as outlined in 440.01.
You identify four major duties and powers of the Department of Regulation and Licensing as outlined in Chapter 440.03.
You include a list of duties and powers of the Department of Regulation and Licensing as outlined in Chapter 440.03.
You include the name and information about the current Secretary of the Department of Regulation and Licensing, and his/her responsibilities according to Chapter 440.04.
You recognize the structure and credentialing guidelines relating to Barber/Cosmetology as stated in 440.05 - 440.08.
You characterize guidelines for late renewal and change of name and addresses as stated in 440.11.
You examine a complaint form from the Department of Regulation and Licensing and describe how it relates to 440.20.
You describe elements necessary for school licensure as outlined in Chapter 440.62.
You include a description of the required license for instructor certification in a school as outlined in 440.63(1-3).
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Examine Wisconsin State Statute Chapter 454 relating to the Barber/Cosmetology Examining Board.
Assessment Strategies
by completing a written evaluation.
Criteria
You define terms relating to Chapter 454 of Barbering and Cosmetology State Statutes correctly.
You break down the limitations and exceptions relating to a licensed barber/cosmetologist as identified in 454.02.
You determine the requirements for licensure as stated in 454.06 and 454.08.
You characterize examination guidelines identified in 454.07.
You include apprenticeship requirements as outlined in 454.10.
You organize the examining boards powers relating to continuing education, licensees of other jurisdictions, and inspections as outlined in 454.12 - 454.14.
You outline a plan for disclosure of temporary permit status in accordance with 454.145.
You classify the examining boards powers related to disciplinary proceedings, actions, and penalties as outlined in 454.15.
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Relate Chapter COS 1 definitions to common practices in Barber/Cosmetology.
Assessment Strategies
by completing a written evaluation.
Criteria
You define terms outlined in COS1 of Wisconsin Rules.
You provide examples of antiseptic products used in the salon and their specific purpose according to the COS1 of Wisconsin Rules.
You provide examples of disinfectants used in the salon and their specific purpose according to the COS1 of Wisconsin Rules.
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Characterize lawful practice and professional conduct in the field of Barber/Cosmetology related to Chapter COS 2.
Assessment Strategies
by completing a written evaluation.
Criteria
You provide instances recognizing proper handling of contagious or infectious diseases as stated in COS2.02.
You state the three delegated medical procedures referenced in COS2.025.
You describe your research of spa services offered in Wisconsin and their compliance with COS2.025.
You identify procedures required to be in place in order to stay in compliance with the practice standards outlined in COS 2.03.
You identify a licensee's role in avoiding and reporting unauthorized practice as stated in COS 2.04.
You determine the parameters of performing services outside of a licensed establishment in accordance with COS 2.045.
You include guidelines for ethical advertising in compliance with COS 2.05.
You describe the responsibilities of owners within an establishment according to COS 2.05.
You describe the responsibilities of managers within an establishment according to COS 2.05.
You describe the responsibilities of licensees with an establishment according to COS 2.05.
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Characterize requirements for Barber/Cosmetology establishments and inspections related to Chapter COS 3.
Assessment Strategies
by completing a written evaluation.
Criteria
You identify establishment requirements as stated in COS 3.01.
You confirm the rules pertaining to a manager in a licensed establishment as outlined in COS 3.02.
You show selection of lawful guidelines for chair and booth leasing in compliance with COS 3.02.
You record information required to apply for an establishment license as outlined in COS 3.04.
You develop a plan of action for notice of a violation as stated in COS 3.05.
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Examine safety and sanitation in the salon as it related to Chapter COS 4.
Assessment Strategies
by completing a written evaluation.
Criteria
You identify the requirements for washing hands as outlined in COS 4.01(2).
You identify the procedure for sanitizing or disposing of contact equipment as stated in COS 4.01(3).
You describe a method of dispensing to remove liquids, creams, powders, and semi-solid substances as stated in COS 4.01(4).
You describe sanitations of shampoo bowls and basins as required in COS 4.01(5).
You identify procedures required for use of neckstrips, towels, and a clean head rest as outlined in COS 4.01(6).
You identify the procedure for disinfection of scissors, razors, clipperblades and tweezers as outlined in COS 4.02(2).
You identify the procedure for disinfection of combs, lifts, brushes, rollers, and any other contact equipment as outlined in COS 4.02(3).
You describe the guidelines for storage of both soiled and clean contact equipment as stated in COS 4.02(4).
You describe guidelines for changing the disinfectant solutions in the salon as stated in COS 4.02(5).
You describe guidelines for laundry as stated in COS 4.02(6).
You describe sterilization methods and their uses in a salon as outlined in COS 4.03.
You identify the requirement of first aid supplies as stated in COS 4.04.
You identify a written protocol for exposure to blood and bodily fluids including all the points from COS 4.05.
You describe the precautions necessary to take when dealing with open or oozing wounds as stated in COS 4.06(1).
You identify guidelines to follow relating to protective gloves as stated in COS 4.06(2).
You describe how to care for products contaminated with blood as stated in COS 4.06(3)
You identify the three guidelines relating to waxing as outlined in COS 4.08.
You identify the five guidelines relating to ear piercing as outlined in COS 4.07.
You identify the four guidelines relating to electrolysis as outlined in COS 4.09.
You identify the five guidelines relating to manicuring as outlined in COS 4.1.
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Examine laws relating to courses of instruction and apprenticeship procedures as outlined in Chapters COS 5 and COS 6.
Assessment Strategies
by completing a written evaluation.
Criteria
You include reference to the courses and hours on the practitioners license syllabus as outlined in COS 5.02.
You include reference to the courses and hours on the managers license syllabus as outlined in COS 5.03.
You include reference to the courses and hours on the aestheticians license syllabus as outlined in COS 5.04.
You include reference to the courses and hours on the electrologist license syllabus as outlined in COS 5.05.
You include reference to the courses and hours on the manicurist license syllabus as outlined in COS 5.06.
You include reference to the courses and hours on the apprenticeship license syllabus as outlined in COS 6.03.
You include the process for application for an apprenticeship permit as outlined in COS 6.01.
You describe responsibilities relating to the theory and practical instruction and training as outlined in COS 6.02 and COS 6.03.
You describe procedures and standards governing the transfer of credits from school to apprenticeship, and from apprenticeship to school, and credit for previous training according to COS 6.05.
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Characterize lawful Barber/Cosmetology licensure examination practice as stated in Chapter COS 7.
Assessment Strategies
by completing a written evaluation.
Criteria
You include the steps of applying for examination for Barbering and Cosmetology licensure.
You include administrative concerns according to COS 7.01.
You describe entry level as the level of competence tested as stated in COS 7.02.
You include written and practical as the form of the exam for practitioners, aestheticians, electrologists, and manicurists, and only written as the form for managers as outlined in COS 7.03.
You include scoring as an average of each portion of the practical and the written exam as indicated in COS 7.04.
You include that examiners must confer to conclude that a not passing score will be given and the score sheet must include a written description of the lack of competence as stated in COS 7.05.
You include outlining the steps for the review process and the process for a claim of error as outlined in COS 7.07 and COS 7.08.
You include one year as the time for an applicant to retake only the portion of the exam they failed as stated in COS 7.09.
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Locate rules related to licensees of other jurisdictions, restoration and reinstatement, and forfeitures relating to Chapters COS 8, COS 9, and COS 10.
Assessment Strategies
by completing a written evaluation.
Criteria
You identify how COS 8 portion of the law project includes the four conditions for a license of another state to become licensed without examination as stated in Chapter COS 8.
You identify how COS 9 portion of the law project includes the criteria set for restoration and reinstatement of licenses as stated in Chapter COS 9.
You identify how COS 10 portion of the law project includes a reference to the rules pertaining to forfeiture as stated in Chapter COS 10.
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Examine the scope of duty and responsibility assigned to the Department of Regulation and Licensing relating to the RL chapters.
Assessment Strategies
by completing a written evaluation.
Criteria
You include the procedures to review/denial of an application according to RL1.
You include the process for providing notice of the intent to deny licensure according to RL1.
You identify the procedures for pleadings and hearings according to RL2.
You include a description of an administrative injunction according to RL3.
You identify the department application procedures and application fee policies according to RL4.
You include a description of summary suspensions according to RL6.
You include a process for employment/denial of employment for impaired professionals according to RL7.
You include a description of administrative warnings according to RL8.
You include a description of the denial of renewal application based on delinquent taxes according to RL9.
You include the definitions related to the department of regulation and licensing according to RL60.
You include a summary of the process for licensing schools and specialty schools according to RL61 and RL62.
You include a summary of requirements for persons delivering instruction in schools according to RL65.