Title

COSM1000 - Principles and Practices

Description

Description

This course addresses the concepts of basic chemistry, electricity and infection control as they relate to cosmetology. The course also teaches students the best practices for maintaining personal health and well-being while working in the industry.
API ID

Credits

3 (3/0/0)

Prerequisites

  • none

Competencies

  1. Demonstrate ergonomic principles and correct postures and movements.
  2. Discuss Universal Precautions and responsibilities as a salon professional.
  3. Explain chemisty and chemical safety.
  4. Explain electricity and electrical safety.
  5. Demonstrate safe work practices and safety precautions.
  6. Describe how immunity keeps the body safe.
  7. Identify health issues found among industry professionals.
  8. Explain potential hydrogen and how the pH scale works.
  9. Recognize the principles of infection control.
  10. Identify different types of pathogens.
  11. Summarize the differences between solutions, suspensions and emulsions.
  12. Identify the basics of chemical structure.
  13. Outline electrical theory.
Degrees that use this course

Degrees that use this course

Degree:
Diploma
Location:
Wadena Campus
Credits:
58
Degree:
Certificate
Location:
Wadena Campus
Credits:
24