COS3000 The Science Of Cosmetology
Advanced · 1 credit · HRH - Health, Recreation, and Human Services
- Description
- Students develop an understanding of the importance of knowledge of anatomy and physiology as it relates to the cosmetology and esthetology industry.
- Prerequisite
- COS1010: Personal & Professional Practices
- Parameters
- Access to a professional hairstyling/esthetics facility or laboratory and/or equipment.
Outcomes The student will:
1 explain the importance of the study of anatomy and physiology as it relates to the cosmetology and esthetology professions
1.1 define the terms:
1.1.1 anatomy
1.1.2 physiology
1.1.3 histology
1.1.4 metabolism
1.2 summarize how knowledge of anatomy and physiology is important for:
1.2.1 basic hair care
1.2.2 basic skin care and facials
1.2.3 basic manicures and pedicures
2 outline the relationship and function of cells, tissues and primary organs within the human body
2.1 identify the basic parts of the cell
2.2 define metabolism
2.3 identify the primary types of tissue
2.4 identify the organs of the body
3 identify the structure and primary significance of the four major body systems that are of greatest importance to the cosmetologist and esthetician
3.1 describe the body systems that are of primary concern to the cosmetologist and esthetician, including:
3.1.1 skeletal
3.1.2 muscular
3.1.3 circulatory
3.1.4 nervous
3.2 label the structures of the body systems, including:
3.2.1 bones
3.2.2 arteries
3.2.3 veins
3.2.4 nerves
3.2.5 muscles
4 demonstrate basic competencies
4.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
4.1.1 communicate
4.1.2 manage information
4.1.3 use numbers
4.1.4 think and solve problems
4.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
4.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
4.2.2 be responsible
4.2.3 be adaptable
4.2.4 learn continuously
4.2.5 work safely
4.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
4.3.1 work with others
4.3.2 participate in projects and tasks
5 create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
5.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
5.2 identify steps to achieve goals
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