Introduction and overview of the philosophy of all aspects of cosmetology including infection control, scalp care, shampooing and conditioning, hair design, haircutting, hairstyling, chemical texture services, haircoloring, manicuring, pedicuring, hair removal, and facials with an emphasis on safety and sanitation.

Introduction to the basic practical services of cosmetology. The practice of the fundamentals of draping, shampooing, haircutting/trimming, haircutting with shears, a razor and clippers, thermal curling, wet sets, manicuring, pedicuring, hair removal, facials, coloring, foiling, balayage, permanent waves, chemical straightening, braiding, cleaning, disinfecting, and infection control. In this class most of the work will be practiced on mannequins and at times volunteer clients at the teacher’s discretion.

Intermediate instruction focused on the following concepts with an emphasis on safety and sanitation (infection control): Montana state safety and sanitation regulations; nail tips and enhancements; light cured gels; monomer and liquids; braiding and braid extensions; wigs and hair additions; skin structure; growth and nutrition; skin diseases and growth; color formulation; properties of the hair and scalp.

Continued intermediate application of all aspects of cosmetology with an emphasis on the following concepts: the application of nail tips and enhancements; light cured gels and monomer and liquids; color and lightener application services; haircutting services; braiding and formal styles; Eye Lash perming and tinting, eyebrow lamination and tinting and safety and sanitation (infection control). All students will continue practice proficiency in each content area.

The proposed Instructor Training Courses are designed to prepare licensed cosmetologists, estheticians, manicurists, barbers, or electrologists to become qualified instructors in their respective fields. This 650-hour program meets the minimum curriculum requirements set forth by the Montana State Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists and emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical teaching experience.

The proposed Instructor Training Course is designed to prepare licensed cosmetologists, estheticians, manicurists, barbers, or electrologists to become qualified instructors in their respective fields. This 650-hour program meets the minimum curriculum requirements set forth by the Montana State Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists and emphasizes practical teaching experience.

Intermediate instruction of haircutting, nail structure and growth, nail diseases and disorders, manicuring, pedicuring, facials with an emphasis on safety and sanitation (infection control) to be included in all instruction.

Continued work and practical hours needed to demonstrate competency in the required salon management, hour requirements, and safety, cleaning, and disinfecting (infection control) measures.

Continued work to advance proficiency in all cosmetology skills, with an emphasis on safety and sanitation practices (infection control), as well as a focus on readiness for the state board exam. Review of all Milady chapters in preparation for state board testing.

Continue advancement towards proficiency of all cosmetology skills, with an emphasis in safety and sanitation practices, as well as a focus on readiness for the state board exam.

The proposed Instructor Training Course is designed to prepare licensed cosmetologists, estheticians, manicurists, barbers, or electrologists to become qualified instructors in their respective fields. This 650-hour program meets the minimum curriculum requirements set forth by the Montana State Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists and emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical teaching experience.

Instructor Training Course is designed to prepare licensed cosmetologists, estheticians, manicurists, barbers, or electrologists to become qualified instructors in their respective fields. This 650-hour program meets the minimum curriculum requirements set forth by the Montana State Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists and emphasizes practical teaching experience.