Cosmetologist

Cosmetology Program

Cosmetologist

Looking for a career that can take you anywhere from backstage at fashion shows to running your own world class salon? Our Cosmetology Program can take you there by preparing you for a career as a licensed Cosmetologist. Total Beauty Institute (TBI) provides you with the qualifications and the competitive edge to succeed in the hair industry.

At Total Beauty Institute (TBI), hands-on training with real clients makes up a high percentage of our students’ learning process. We believe practical experience is vital to become a true professional.

Program Details

The 1200 clock hour curriculum for students enrolled in the Total Beauty Institute Cosmetology Program consists of theoretical and practical instruction, which is divided into individual units of learning. Within the 1200 clock hour program students will be taught through the medians of theory and practical instruction and written and practical exams pursuant to the requirements of the Florida Board of Cosmetology. Theory Instruction means instruction through discussion, question and answer, problem solving, projects, demonstration, theory classes, lectures, field trips, guest artist and audio visual presentations. Practical Instruction means the actual hands-on performance by the student, using skills they have learned and then perform them on clinic salon clients, other students and on mannequins. The program of instruction is as follow; business management, customer service, salon retailing and target marketing classes are taught through out the program

Program Requirements

  • Valid High School Diploma/ GED
  • 16 Years of Age
  • Good Health and Physical Condition
  • U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

Graduation Requirements

All Cosmetology Program students must complete the specified 1200 clock hours, which include academic theory classes and tests and required practical clinic salon services. At the end of the program, a copy of the student’s tuition payment record, attendance record, academic grades and practical services sheet will be submitted to Management for review and approval before the student can graduate, receive a Diploma and register to take the Florida State Board Licensure Examination.

Subjects Covered in the Cosmetology Program

1. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

  • A Healthy Body & Mind
  • Effective Communication
  • Human Relations

2. SALON ECOLOGY

  • Microbiology
  • Infection Control
  • First Aid

3. ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY

  • Building Blocks of the Human Body
  • Basic Body Systems

4. ELECTRICITY

  • Principles of Electricity
  • Electricity in Cosmetology

5. CHEMISTRY

  • Matter
  • pH Scale
  • Chemistry of Cosmetics

6. SALON BUSINESS

  • The Beauty Industry
  • Job Search
  • Professional Relationships
  • Salon Ownership
  • Salon Retailing

7. TRICHOLOGY

  • Hair Theory
  • Hair Care
  • Draping, Shampooing & Scalp Massage

8. DESIGN DECISIONS

  • Design Decision Considerations
  • Client Consultation
  • Design Composition

9. HAIR CUTTING

  • Hair Cutting Theory
  • Hair Cutting Procedures

10. HAIRSTYLING

  • Hair Styling Theory
  • Thermal Hair Styling
  • Wet Hair Styling
  • Long Hair Styling

11. WIGS & HAIR ADDITIONS

  • Wigs & Hairpieces
  • Hair Additions

12. CHEMICAL TEXTURIZING

  • Permanent Waving
  • Chemical Relaxing

13. HAIR COLORING

  • Color Theory
  • Identifying Existing Hair Color
  • Changing Existing Hair Color

14. STUDY OF NAILS

  • Nail Theory
  • Natural Nail Care
  • Nail Shapes
  • Nail Essentials
  • Client Consultation
  • Basic Manicure
  • Male Manicure
  • Pedicure Essentials
  • Basic Pedicure
  • Special Nail Services
  • Artificial Nail Essentials
  • Nail Art

15. STUDY OF SKIN

  • Skin Theory
  • Skin Care
  • Hair Removal
  • Makeup