N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. tit. 19 § 162.3
Scope of Curriculum
| Hours | |
| (1) Professional Requirements | 10 |
| (2) Safety and Health | 20 |
| (3) Anatomy and Physiology | 5 |
| (4) Hair Analysis | 10 |
| (5) Hair and Scalp Disorders and Diseases | 10 |
| (6) Chemistry as Applied to Natural Hair Styling | 5 |
| (7) Shampoos, Rinses, Conditioners and Treatments | 20 |
| (8) Hair Braiding, Locking, Weaving and Styling | 220 |
| Total | 300 |
Subject 1
Professional Requirements--10 Hours
* New York State License Requirements
* State and Federal Payroll Requirements
* New York State Sales Tax Requirements
* Career Opportunities and Placement
* Professional Ethics, Conduct and Attitude
* Professional Organizations, Trade Shows and Publications
* View and discuss the mandatory Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Awareness online course
Subject 2
Safety and Health--20 Hours
* New York State Laws, Rules and Regulations
* OSHA Regulations Concerning Hazardous Materials Communications
* Types and Classification of Infectious Organisms
-- Bacteria
-- Viruses
-- Mold and Fungus
* Growth and Reproduction of Infectious Organisms
* Infections and Their Prevention
* Immunity and Body Defenses
* Decontamination and Infection Control
* Physical and Chemical Agents
Subject 3
Anatomy and Physiology--5 Hours
* Cells, Tissues and Organs
* Body Systems
* Basic Principles of Nutrition
Subject 4
Hair Analysis--10 Hours
* Structure
* Types of Hair and Curl Structure
* Growth Patterns
* Texture
* Porosity
* Elasticity
Subject 5
Hair and Scalp Disorders and Diseases--10 Hours
* Dandruff
* Alopecia
* Infestations
* Infections
Subject 6
Chemistry as Applied to Natural Hair Styling--5 Hours
* Forms and Properties of Matter
* Elements, Compounds and Mixtures
* Chemical Reactions and Solutions
* The pH Scale
* FDA Laws Governing Hair Care Products and Product Safety
Subject 7
Shampoos, Rinses, Conditioners and Treatments--20 Hours
* Client Preparation, Analysis and Consultation
* Hair Analysis Instruments and Equipment
* Shampooing Products, Composition and Procedures
* Rinsing Products, Composition and Procedures
* Conditioning Products, Composition and Procedures
* Procedures for Hair and Scalp Disorders
* Scalp Manipulations
Subject 8
Hair Braiding, Locking, Weaving and Styling--220 Hours
* Tools
* Materials for Extensions
* Single Braids With and Without Extensions
* Cornrows With and Without Extensions
* Double Strand Twisting
* Thread Wrapping
* Lock Theory
-- Palm Roll
-- Comb Twisting
-- Two-Strand Twisting
* Traditional Weaving and Styling
* Roller Styling
* Finishing Techniques
* Hair Styling Services
-- Tools and Implements
-- Blowdrying
-- Thermal Curling
-- Hair Pressing
* Hair Pieces
N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 19 § 162.3