Technology, Exploration & Career Center WEST

Course Description:

Students explore careers in the cosmetology industry. To prepare for success, students must have academic knowledge, technical knowledge, and skills relative to the industry. Students may begin earning TDLR clock hours. See Cosmetology 1 description for requirements. Must be taken with Cosmetology 1.

Grade: 11

$600 due at the beginning of junior year for kit and permit fees. Students must purchase black scrubs and TDLR permit for their uniform prior to the start of school. 

89814200 Principles of Cosmetology Design and Color Theory

In Principles of Cosmetology Design and Color Theory, students coordinate integration of academic, career, and technical knowledge and skills in this laboratory instructional sequence course designed to provide job-specific training for employment in cosmetology careers. Students will attain academic skills and knowledge as well as technical knowledge and skills related to cosmetology, design and color theory. Students will develop knowledge and skills regarding various cosmetology design elements such as form, lines, texture, structure and illusion or depth as they relate to the art of cosmetology. Instruction includes sterilization and sanitation procedures, hair care, nail care, and skin care and meets the TDLR requirements for licensure upon passing the state examination. Analysis of career opportunities, license requirements, knowledge and skills expectations, and development of workplace skills are included. The student demonstrates professional standards/employability skills as required by business and industry. The student applies academic skills to the field of cosmetology, design and color theory. The student demonstrates knowledge of the rules and regulations established by the TDLR. The student demonstrates proficiency in the use of tools, equipment, technologies, and materials used in color theory and elements of design in cosmetology. The student applies academic knowledge and practical skills to simulated and actual work situations. The student analyzes career paths within the cosmetology industry. Must be taken with introduction to cosmetology. 

Grade: 11

89813600 Cosmetology 1

In Cosmetology 1, students coordinate integration of academic, career, and technical knowledge and skills in this laboratory instructional sequence course designed to provide job-specific training for employment in cosmetology careers. Instruction includes sterilization and sanitation procedures, hair care, nail care, and skin care and meets the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) requirements for licensure upon passing the state examination. Analysis of career opportunities, license requirements, knowledge and skills expectations, and development of workplace skills are included. The student demonstrates professional standards/employability skills as required by business and industry. The student applies academic skills to the field of cosmetology. The student demonstrates knowledge of rules and regulations established by the TDLR. establishment or school. The student demonstrates an understanding in the use of tools, equipment, technologies, and materials used in cosmetology. The student applies academic knowledge and practical skills to simulated and actual work situations. Must be taken with Intro to cosmetology. This course is the 1st year of a two-year program that encompasses theories and principles of cosmetology. Upon completion of this 2 year program, students will have learned the skills and knowledge to pass the required Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations (TDLR) state board exam. Students must clock a total of 900 hours to be eligible for the written exam. Students must pass the written exam with a minimum of 70% and clock 1000 hours to be eligible to take the practical exam. Students that have passed both written and practical exams with a minimum of 70 %, along with obtaining their high school diploma will need to pay the required license fee to TDLR, allowing them to become a licensed Cosmetologist in the state of Texas. 

Grade: 11

Prerequisite: Introduction to Cosmetology & Cosmetology Design and Color Theory 

89814700 Cosmetology 2

In Cosmetology 2, students will demonstrate proficiency in academic, technical, and practical knowledge and skills. The content is designed to provide the occupational skills required for licensure. Instruction includes advanced training in professional standards/employability skills; Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) rules and regulations; use of tools, equipment, technologies and materials; and practical skills. The student demonstrates professional standards/employability skills as required by business and industry. The student applies academic skills to the field of cosmetology. The student demonstrates knowledge of rules and regulations established by the TDLR. The student demonstrates proficiency in the use of tools, equipment, technologies, and materials used in cosmetology. The student applies academic knowledge and practical skills to simulated and actual work situations. The student analyzes career paths within the cosmetology industry. This course is the second year of a two-year program that encompasses theories and principles of cosmetology. Upon completion, students will have learned the skills and knowledge to pass the required Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations (TDLR) state board exam. Students must clock a total of 900 hours to be eligible for the written exam. Students must pass the written exam with a minimum of 70% and clock 1000 hours to be eligible to take the practical exam. Students that have passed both written and practical exams with a minimum of 70 %, along with obtaining their high school diploma will need to pay the required license fee to TDLR, allowing them to become a licensed Cosmetologist in the state of Texas. 

Grade: 12

Prerequisite: Cosmetology 1 (525 hours completed)

89858500 Practicum in Human Services 1 - Cosmetology

Grade: 12

Prerequisite: Cosmetology 2

*STUDENTS MUST BE ACADEMICALLY SUCCESSFUL AT THE END OF EACH 9 WEEK PERIOD TO CONTINUE IN THE PROGRAM.  COURSE-SEQUENCING, SCHEDULES, & INFORMATION SUBJECT TO CHANGE BASED ON TEA AND LISD REQUIREMENTS.