Cosmetology

Program Description

This program offers students a comprehensive education in all aspects of barbering and cosmetology and ensures customer satisfaction. Individuals entering the career path of Cosmetology and Barbering will be apart of a life-long experience to keep up with the ever evolving field. The curriculum meets the standards and requirements of the State Board of Cosmetology and of other careers in the world of hair and beauty. This knowledge and ability are achieved first through lecture and demonstration followed by actual work in a salon atmosphere. Students receive clinical experience that prepares them for job market.

Career and Advancement Opportunities

Graduates are prepared to take the New Mexico licensing exams, and upon receipt of state licenses, they are ready for entry-level positions in a salon. Opportunities abound for students to work toward financial independence.

Requirements

Interested students must interview with the Cosmetology Director and complete an application to the program. Students must complete both the NMJC admissions and Cosmetology program application process. Students must be accepted into the program prior to enrolling in any cosmetology courses.

Contact Information: 575.492.2689

Degrees and Certificates

Courses

COSM223: Course Development and Lesson Planning

Credits 3

This course covers planning, analysis, implementation, benefits, outlines, example components of effective lesson plans, principles of preparing lesson plans and practical course reviews.

COSM227: Theory Teaching and Classroom Management

Credits 7

This course will focus on the following areas: independent classroom instruction, records and reports, safety measures, classroom conditions and maintenance, classroom supervision and control, classroom problems and solutions and academic advising.

COSM232: Testing and Student Evaluation

Credits 2

This course will cover measurement of student skills and achievement. This course will include diagnosis student strengths and weaknesses, promote motivation for study, and assist in the development and assessment of oral, written, and practical tests.

COSM247A: Laboratory Supervision

Credits 7

This course will present material in the following areas: independent clinic supervision, client communication, reception desk supervision, inventory control, effective dispensary procedures, supervision of clinic sanitation, client safety and supervision of student’s technical skills.

COSM253: Instructor Theory

Credits 3

This course includes orientation, state laws and regulations, employment and compensation information, professional ethics, image, effective communications, first aid, chemistry, electricity, job seeking, ethics, principles of teaching, teacher maturity, student learning principles and academic advising.

COSM262: Teaching Aids

Credits 2

This course covers films/videos, charts, mannequins, reference materials, chalkboards, overhead projectors and transparencies.

COSM263: Teaching Methods

Credits 3

This course covers preparation, presentation, application, testing, lecture and workbooks. Demonstrations and return demonstrations, discussion, question and answer, projects and field trips.

COSM273: Instructor Clinic

Credits 3

This course will cover the fundamentals of business management, to be applied by instructor to strengthen student performance in curriculum areas for supervised field trips and other course related training cosmetology course.

COSM1100: Cosmetology Level 1

Credits 9
This course includes basic hair styling, manicures, facials, day makeup, permanent waving, scalp treatments, hair cutting, tinting, and bleaching. Additional topics applicable to cosmetology are also covered. The program is designed toward preparation for the New Mexico Board of Barbering ad Cosmetology licensure examination and a successful career as a cosmetologist. This is the first of five consecutive segments. Pivot Point Member School. 135 hours of lecture and 185 laboratory hours Advisory: Must be 17 years of age when applying for New Mexico state Board Examination.

COSM1120: Cosmetology Level 2

Credits 9
This course is designed to meet the needs of the Level 2 segment requiring basic hairstyling, manicuring, pedicuring, acrylic nails with form, nail wraps, tips, mends/repairs, facials, makeup, permanent waving, scalp treatments, hair cutting, tinting, bleaching, soft permanent wave, and sodium hydroxide chemical relaxing. Additional topics applicable to cosmetology are also covered. The program is designed toward preparation for the New Mexico Board of Barbering ad Cosmetology licensure examination and a successful career as a cosmetologist. This is the second of five consecutive segments. Pivot Point Member School. 135 hours of lecture and 185 laboratory hours Advisory: Must be 17 years of age when applying for New Mexico state Board Examination.

COSM1130: Cosmetology Level 3

Credits 9
This course is designed to meet the needs of the Level 3 segment requiring hair design, manicuring and pedicuring, acrylic nails, nail repair, facials and corrective makeup, scalp and hair treatments, hair sculpture, hair color design, chemical texturizing, permanent waving, chemical relaxing and curl reformation. Additional topics applicable to cosmetology are also covered. The program is designed toward preparation for the New Mexico Board of Barbering ad Cosmetology licensure examination and a successful career as a cosmetologist. This is the third of five consecutive segments. Pivot Point Member School. 99 hours of lecture and 221 laboratory hours Advisory: Must be 17 years of age when applying for New Mexico state Board Examination.

COSM1200: Cosmetology Level 4

Credits 9
This course is designed to meet the needs of the Level 4 segment requiring advanced hair techniques, artificial nails, facials, makeup, airbrush makeup, and chemical texturing, hair sculpting, extension, color design, texture/chemical relaxing. Additional topics applicable to cosmetology are also covered. The program is designed toward preparation for the New Mexico Board of Barbering ad Cosmetology licensure examination and a successful career as a cosmetologist. This is the fourth of five consecutive segments. Pivot Point Member School. 72 hours of lecture and 248 laboratory hours

COSM1220: Cosmetology Level 5

Credits 9
This course is designed to meet the needs of the Level 5 segment requiring salon thermal hair curling, salon hair sculpting, permanent wave design, salon color design, salon chemical relaxing using sodium hydroxide, salon nail sculpture, and salon facials. Additional topics applicable to advanced cosmetology salon techniques are also covered. This course also includes New Mexico Board of Barbering and Cosmetology mock written and performance exams. The program is designed toward preparation for the New Mexico Board of Barbering ad Cosmetology licensure examination and a successful career as a cosmetologist. This is the fifth of five consecutive segments. Pivot Point Member School. 72 hours of lecture and 248 laboratory hours Advisory: Must be 17 years of age when applying for New Mexico state Board Examination.