associate degree program - Instituto de Banca y Comercio

COSMETOLOGYCOSM 1001 The Profession(3 credits)Pre-requisite: NoneThis course features the historical background of cosmetology and its evolution process to now-a-day.The dress code, makeup, behavior and attitudes of the future professional are fully discussed. Differentspecialization and possible job opportunities for future graduates are included in this module.COSM 1100 Hair Care Principles and Its Disorders(3 credits)Pre-requisite: NoneStudying of the hair composition, including its structure, growth, distribution, color, and development.The hair loss and other scalp conditions and possible treatments are topics discussed. The courseprovides the theoretical and practical knowledge to perform scalp treatment, using the adequate materialand products. Among the topics to be covered are: a description of the working area, the proper client’spreparation for the procedure, and the performance of the techniques of washing, rinsing, and hairconditioning.COSM 1200 Chemistry and Electricity in Products(3 credits)Pre-requisite: NoneThis course covers instructional techniques and demonstrations of the safe use of chemicals, safetyprecautions in the use of electricity and electrical equipment, and cosmetic chemistry. Study of differentchemical components utilized in hair coloring, permanent waving, and hair relaxation, as well as“reverse” and their effects in the hair’s improvement.COSM 1300 Skin and Face Care Principles (Esthetics)(3 credits)Pre-requisite: NoneThis course features the skin composition, its care, medical conditions and treatment, and productsrecommended for the healing process. Additionally, the course includes face’s skin condition and estheticmanipulations and its psychological effects. Also enclosed are: performance techniques, adequateproducts, materials, and equipment for the unwanted hair removal.COSM 1004 Manicure and Pedicure(3 credits)Pre-requisite: NoneThis course acquaints the student with the arm and legs muscular-skeletal system, so that he/she canperform the correct massages and attain efficient manicures and pedicures. Adequate instruments, safetymeasures, and timing are emphasized.LCOS 1007 Face Make Up- Lab(3 credits)Pre-requisite: Concurrent with COSM 1300Course featuring different face makeup techniques applied according to the occasion, individual facecharacteristics, and skin conditions. The adequate products, instruments, and equipment for artificialeyelashes, and eyebrows arching are also practiced.COSM 1101 Hair Blowdrying Techniques(3 credits)Pre-requisite: NoneThis course acquaints the student with the necessary skills in hair shampooing and blow-dryingtechniques. Emphasis is placed on observation of demonstrations and application of techniques inpractical workshop sessions.[200]