COSMETOLOGY REFRESHER COURSE description
Cosmetology Refresher: Standard Occupational Classification (SOC 25-1194.00)
Classification of Instructional Program (CIP 12.0401)
*This program is only for students who have graduated from Paul Mitchell The School Normal.
The curriculum involves 250 hours to satisfy Illinois state requirements. The course includes instruction and practical experience in Final Phase, State Board and the Milady Textbook. This course will assist with helping the student pass the state board written and practical exams.
*Graduates will be prepared to become an entry level cosmetologist.
This course is taught in English. Textbooks and course materials are only offered in the English Language.
The 250 hour cosmetology refresher program is not Title IV eligible.
COSMETOLOGY REFRESHER COURSE OVERVIEW
Course Hours: 250 clock hours
This course is designed to assist students who are required by the State of Illinois to gain additional hours of education in order to take the written exam. The course is divided into two designations:
Theoretical Classroom Instruction - 225 hours are theory and final phase, including weekly test.
Clinic Classroom Learning Experience - 25 hours are practical application in the clinic area.
Cosmetology Refresher Course Outline
Your time in the Paul Mitchell The School Normal cosmetology refresher or refresher course will be divided into two (2) designations:
- Theoretical Classroom Instruction: A combination of Milady Textbook and Final Phase, our State Board Preparatory Class, including weekly test.
- Practical Learning Experience: Your time during the practical learning experience will allow you practical application of the information learned in the Milady Textbook and Final Phase classes, to further your understanding and comprehension.
Cosmetology Refresher Course Subjects
The instructional program of Paul Mitchell The School Normal meets or exceeds the state requirements:
| Subject | Hours |
|---|---|
| Theory (Basic Training) |
25 |
| Practical Chemical Application / Hair Treatment | 42 |
| Hair Styling / Hair Dressing | 45 |
| Shop Management | 40 |
| Esthetics | 4 |
| Nail Technology | 2 |
| Additional Training | 92 |
| TOTAL HOURS | 250 |
COSMETOLOGY REFRESHER PROGRAM TESTING AND GRADING PROCEDURE
The following tests and grading procedures are used to assess student learning and mastery of course content in the 250-hour course:
- Students must receive a grade of 70% or higher on weekly theory exams.
- Students must receive 70% or higher on each practical worksheet completion.
- Students must receive 75% or higher on all final exams.