Blessed Hands Barber Academy Cirriculum
The school's mission will be accomplished through the following performance objectives:
- Improvement of institutional effectiveness through assessment of student achievement and performance.
- Employing a faculty of adequate size qualified by preparation, education or experience to carry out the educational objectives of the institution.
- Maintaining effective methods of organization and administration appropriate to the educational programs offered.
- Uniformly administering fair and equitable admissions policies.
- Providing a program of support services including academic advising to students and employment assistance.
- Offering well-organized courses of study designed to prepare graduates for licensing examinations and employment using both theoretical knowledge and skill development.
- Maintaining a sound financial condition using qualified financial management.
- Providing equipment, instructional space and other facilities to meet instructional needs and professional standards for safety and hygiene.
- Using systematic student evaluation to assist student learning and satisfactory student achievement.
Course Outline
Barber/Styling - 1500 Clock Hours
Education Objective:
Arizona Barber License
Course Description:
The course teaches barbering with special emphasis on practical training. Students blend theoretical training and practical training on a daily basis. The theoretical training is conducted in a classroom setting consisting of lecture and demonstration. Practical training takes place in our separate clinic which offers barber services to the public.
Course Goals:
Upon completion of the course, the graduate should possess the required knowledge and skills to pass the Arizona State Board of Barbers examination and gain entry level employment in the barbering profession. In addition to theoretical knowledge, the student shall be able to perform all barbering services including regular haircuts, style haircuts, shaves, facials and advanced design techniques with entry level professional barbering abilities.
Course Format/Instructional Methods:
The course is taught in the English language using a variety of current educational instructional techniques including lecture, demonstration, visual aids, textbook review, practice on live models (under the supervision of licensed instructors) and testing.
Grading:
Theoretical and practical evaluations and tests will be conducted regularly. Grades will be on a point system, with the following scale in effect:
93% - 100% = A (Excellent)
81% - 92% = B (Above Average)
81% - 92% = B (Above Average)
75% - 80% = C (Average/ Satisfactory)
0% - 74% = F (Unsatisfactory/ Failing)
All theory, practical and examination grades are given as numerical with a scale of O - 100 points. A grade of 75% is considered passing in all such situations. Clinic grades, due to the nature of working with the public, are given as satisfactory or unsatisfactory.
Content of Units of Instruction
- Hair Cutting / Hairstyling 750 Hours
- Hair Coloring/ Permanent Waving 100 Hours
- Shaving/ Honing/ Stropping 250 Hours
- Massage/ Facial/ Shampooing 75 Hours
- Skin and Scalp Diseases 75 Hours
- Theory Instruction 250 Hours
- Health, Sanitation, & Infection Control 50 Hours
- Sciences - Bacteriology / Biology / Chemistry / Anatomy 50 Hours
- Histology of the Skin, Hair & Nails 20 Hours
- Diseases of the Skin, Hair & Glands 25 Hours
- Barber History 25 Hours
- Barber Law, State Rules and Regulations 20 Hours
- Human Relations & Barber Ethics 10 Hours
- Business Management 10 Hours
- Career and Employment Techniques 10 Hours
- Shop Duties 10 Hours
- Review and Exams 20 Hours
Total: 1500 Hours
Cosmetology Crossover - 200 Clock Hours
Education Objective:
Arizona Barber License
Course Description:
The course is designed to teach barbering to persons previously licensed as Cosmetologists. Theoretical training is conducted in a classroom setting consisting of lecture and instructor demonstration. Practical training takes place in our Barber School Clinic which offers all Barber Services to the general public.
Course Goals:
Upon completion of the course, the graduate should possess the required knowledge and skills to pass the Arizona State Board of Barbers examination and gain entry level employment in the barbering profession. In addition to theoretical knowledge, the student shall be able to perform all barbering services including regular haircuts, style haircuts, shaves, facials and advanced design techniques with entry level professional barbering abilities.
Course Format/Instructional Methods:
The course is taught in the English language using a variety of current educational instructional techniques including lecture, demonstration, visual aids, textbook review, practice on live models (under the supervision of licensed instructors) and testing.
Grading:
Theoretical and practical evaluations and tests will be conducted regularly. Grades will be on a point system, with the following scale in effect:
93% - 100% = A (Excellent)
81% - 92% = B (Above Average)
81% - 92% = B (Above Average)
75% - 80% = C (Average/ Satisfactory)
0% - 74% = F (Unsatisfactory/ Failing)
All theory, practical and examination grades are given as numerical with a scale of O - 100 points. A grade of 75% is considered passing in all such situations. Clinic grades, due to the nature of working with the public, are given as satisfactory or unsatisfactory.
Content of Units of Instruction
- Hair Cutting / Hairstyling 300 Hours
- Hair Coloring/ Permanent Waving 25 Hours
- Shaving/ Honing/ Stropping 250 Hours
- Massage/ Facial/ Shampooing 25 Hours
- Skin and Scalp Diseases 25 Hours
- Theory Instruction 125 Hours
- Sciences - Bacteriology / Biology / Chemistry / Anatomy 15 Hours
- Health, Sanitation, & Infection Control 20 Hours
- Diseases of the Skin, Hair & Glands 10 Hours
- Barber History 10 Hours
- Barber Law, State Rules and Regulations 10 Hours
- Human Relations & Barber Ethics 10 Hours
- Business Management 10 Hours
- Career and Employment Techniques 10 Hours
- Shop Duties 10 Hours
- Review and Exams 10 Hours
Total: 1500 Hours
Program Outcomes
Upon completing the courses, the student should be able to:
- Understand the importance of a professional image and how these skills relate to success.
- Apply the basic haircutting techniques to accomplish more advanced stylles.
- Understand the importance of and comply with the rules for infection control.
- Discuss the different types of disinfectants, their uses, and demonstrate how to safely sanitize and disinfect various tools and surfaces.
- Demonstrate shaving with a straight razor.
- Define terms relating to skin disorders and discuss which disorders may be handled in the school/shop and which should be referred to a physician.
- Demonstrate basic haircuts and be able to choose which techniques and tools are required.
- Understand General Laws, Rules, and Regulation of Arizona State Board of Barbers.
- Explain the importance of and demonstrate the ability to sell retail products to promote client satisfaction and shop success.
- Identify and apply business and marketing strategies to be successful in the shop
- Explain the physical and chemical actions that take place during chemical texture services and demonstrate the proper procedures.
Blessed Hands Barber Academy
973 S. Main Street Cottonwood, Az 86326
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