(1 Block, Year Long)
Prerequisite: None
Suggested Grade Levels: 9th, 10th

In this introductory course, students study hair, skin, and nails and their related care. Students are grounded in theory as they prepare to practice procedures in a clinical lab setting or classroom, using manikins for manipulative skill practice. The first-year course emphasizes personal safety, professionalism, and sanitation and disinfection of equipment and facilities. Students develop skills in shampooing and conditioning hair, as well as styling and cutting hair. They are introduced to chemical texture services and develop skills in manicure and pedicure procedures.

(1 Block, Year Long)
Prerequisite: Cosmetology I
Suggested Grade Levels: 11th, 12th

In this continuing course, students build on their theoretical foundation of general sciences and practices in cosmetology to increase proficiency in hair cutting and styling on live models, with attention to professionalism, client consultation, safety, and infection control. Students are trained in safe chemical processes related to permanent waves, relaxers, lightening, and coloring hair. In addition, students learn to care for skin, hands, and feet, developing experience in providing facials, manicures, pedicures, and nail enhancements. Students will be introduced to a business management unit with a focus on managing the salon.

To Note: Cosmetology students must satisfy a minimum of 840 hours of instruction in a three-year coherent sequence of courses to be eligible to take the Board for Barbers and Cosmetology licensing examination. Upon successful completion of the program, students may earn the Virginia Board for Barbers and Cosmetology license.

(1 Block, 1 Semester)
Prerequisite: none
Suggested Grade Levels: 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

Independent Living students become prepared to meet the challenges of living on their own. Students build life skills focusing on creating and maintaining healthy relationships and making responsible financial, consumer, nutrition, and housing decisions.

(1 Block, 1 Semester)
Prerequisite: none
Suggested Grade Levels: 10th, 11th, 12th

Career, Community, and Family Connections provides tools to meet and balance the multiple demands of career, family, and personal life. The course teachers problem solving, conflict management, goal setting, stress management, resource management, and interpersonal skills needed to build strong relationships in the family, the workplace, and the community.