© Copyright 2013 Guy’s Academy Hair, Skin & Nails COURSE GOALS: 1. To develop in each student, theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the actual practice of shampooing,           hairstyling, hair cutting, manicuring, facials & make-up. 2. To develop in each student the technical skills and knowledge necessary for the diagnosis and application of           chemical processes related to hair coloring, permanent waving and hair relaxing. 3. To prepare each student for any of the following levels of occupation: Hair Stylist, Colorist, Perm Technician           Manicurist, Make-up Artist, Salon Owner, Salon Manager, or Manufacturers’ Representative.   4. To prepare students to successfully pass the State Board examination.   5. To prepare students to work in a professional hair salon as a licensed cosmetologist.   6. To develop an understanding of employee/employer relationships and effective communication. INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES AND METHODS: The students will receive instruction that relates to the performance of useful, creative, and productive career-oriented classes.  Equipment, implements, and products are compatible to those used currently in the beauty industry.  The course is presented through well-developed lesson plans, which reflect current trends and educational methods.  Subjects are presented by demonstration, workshops, lectures, group discussions, panel discussions, role playing, written and practical examinations, guest speakers, and audio visual materials such as; laser discs, power point, videos and DVD’s.  Techniques and methods are taught using the Milady’s Standard Cosmetology textbook. EVALUATION PROCEDURES: Students are assigned theory study and a minimum number of practical experiences.  Theory is evaluated after each unit of study.   Practical assignments are evaluated as completed according to the practical grading criteria.  Students must maintain a minimum average of 80% in theory, practical and academic work.  Students must pass a final written and practical exam with a grade of at least 80%.  Students are given a progress report every month and graded according to the following system: E - Excellent 94-100%, G - Good 87-93%, S - Satisfactory 80-86%, U - Unsatisfactory 0-79%. Textbooks: ISBN # Milady’s Standard Cosmetology Textbook 978-1-4390-5930-2 Milady’s Standard Cosmetology Theory Workbook 978-1-4390-5923-4 Milady’s Standard Cosmetology Exam Review 978-1-4390-5921–0 Martin Parson’s Long Hair Secrets Manual            Not Available              Milady Cosmetology Haircutting Book 978-1-4390-5896-1 Louisiana Administrative Code/Professional and Occupational Standards Not Available