N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. tit. 19 § 162.4
Scope of Curriculum
| Hours | |
| (1) Professional Requirements | 24 |
| (2) Safety and Health | 26 |
| (3) Anatomy and Physiology | 15 |
| (4) Hair Analysis | 10 |
| (5) Hair and Scalp Disorders and Diseases | 10 |
| (6) Chemistry as Applied to Cosmetology | 5 |
| (7) Shampoos, Rinses, Conditioners and Treatments | 30 |
| (8) Hair Cutting and Shaping | 175 |
| (9) Hair Styling | 245 |
| (10) Chemical Restructuring | 180 |
| (11) Hair Coloring and Lightening | 180 |
| (12) Nail Care and Procedures | 40 |
| (13) Skin Care and Procedures | 60 |
| Total | 1000 |
Subject 1
Professional Requirements--24 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--26 Hours
* New York State Laws, Rules and Regulations
* OSHA Regulations Concerning Hazardous Materials Communications
* Types and Classification of Infection Organisms: Bacteria, Viruses, Molds and Fungus
* Growth and Reproduction of Infectious Organisms
* Infection and Their Prevention
* Immunity and Body Defenses
* Decontamination and Infection Control
* Physical and Chemical Agents
Subject 3
Anatomy and Physiology--15 Hours
* Cells, Tissues and Organs
* Body Systems
* Basic Principles of Nutrition
* Overview of Bones and Muscles of the Head, Arms, Hands, Legs and Feet
Subject 4
Hair Analysis--10 Hours
* Structure
* Growth Patterns
* Texture
* Porosity
* Elasticity
Subject 5
Hair and Scalp Disorders and Diseases--10 Hours
* Dandruff
* Alopecia
* Fungal Infections
* Infestations
* Infections
Subject 6
Chemistry as Applied to Cosmetology--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--30 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 Cutting and Shaping--175 Hours
* Fundamentals, Principles and Concepts of Design
* Scissor Haircutting
- Nomenclature and Care of Scissors
- Techniques and Procedures
* Razor Haircutting
- Nomenclature and Care of Razor
- Techniques and Procedures
* Clipper Haircutting
- Nomenclature and Care of Tools
- Techniques and Procedures
* Removal/Trim of Superfluous Hair
* Contemporary and Specialized Haircutting
- Female Styles
- Male Styles
- Children Styles
* Mustache and Beard Shaping
* Shaving
- Dexterity of the Hands and Razor
- Preparation and Procedures
Subject 9
Hair Styling--245 Hours
* Fingerwaving
* Pincurling
* Skipwaving
* Roller Styling
* Patterns in Hairstyling
- Waves, Pin Curls, Rollers and Combinations
* Finishing Techniques
* Twisting, Wrapping, Weaving, Extending, Locking and Braiding
* Traditional Weaving and Styling
* Services in Hairstyling
- Tools and Implements
- Blowdrying
- Thermal Curling
- Hair Pressing
* Hair Pieces
Subject 10
Chemical Restructuring--180 Hours
* Chemistry
* Chemical Restructuring Products
* Client Consultation
* Preliminary Procedure of Chemical Restructuring
* Procedure of Chemical Restructuring
* Corrective Chemical Restructuring
Subject 11
Hair Coloring and Lightening--180 Hours
* Color Theory
* Chemistry
* Preliminary Procedures of Hair Coloring
* Client Consultation
* Hair Coloring Procedures
* Hair Lightening
* Special Effects
* Corrective Procedures
Subject 12
Nail Care and Procedures--40 hours
* Nail Structure
* Nail Disorders and Diseases
* Nail Shape and Color Analysis
* Basic Manicuring and Pedicuring
* Manipulations of the Hand, Arm, Leg and Foot
* Nail Tip Application
- Adhesives
- Fitting, Design and Application
* Nail Wrap Application
- Silk, Fiberglass and Linen Procedures
- Surface Wrapping Natural Nail and Mending
- Tip Overlay Wrapping
- Repair, Maintenance and Removal
* Liquid and Powder Nail Extension
- Application Procedures for Tips With Overlays, Natural Nails and Sculptured Nails
- Repair, Maintenance and Removal
- Chemical Reactions to Liquid and Powder
Subject 13
Skin Care and Procedures--60 Hours
* Structure and Function of the Skin
* Skin Conditions and Disorders
* Facial and Body Procedures
- Client Preparation
- Skin Analysis and Consultation
* Wet and Dry Exfoliations and Applications
* Use of Various Products to Enhance the Appearance of the Skin:
Seaweed, salt, paraffin, mud, ampules, creams, etc.
* Discussion for Further Training Required for Advanced Techniques such as Aromatherapy and Water Therapies
* Temporary Methods of Hair Removal
- Manual Tweezing
- Depilatory Lotion
- Waxing
- Bleaching
* Make-Up Application
- Color Analysis
- Morphology of the Face
- Product Knowledge, Chemistry and Related Composition
- Eyebrow Contouring
- Correction and Contouring
- False Eyelashes
- Further Training Required for Advanced Techniques
N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 19 § 162.4