Rule 30-2101-5.18 - CurriculumA. Cosmetologist: The curriculum for students enrolled in a course of 1500 hours of training extended over a period of not less than nine months is as follows: 1. Mississippi Board of Cosmetology Laws, Rules and Regulations Professional Image, Ethics and Conduct
General Sciences
Infection Control, Prevention and Safety Precautions
Anatomy and Physiology
Basic Chemistry and Electricity
Business Skills
Personal/Individual
Resume
Interviewing
Sales and Marketing
Money Management
Salon
Planning and Design
Management
Marketing
Hair Science
Hair Treatments/Services
Principals of Design
Shampooing and Conditioning
Haircutting
Hairstyling
Chemical Texture Services
Coloring and Lightening
Braiding, Extensions, Additions and Wigs
Skin Science
Skin Care/Treatments/Services
Nail Science
Nail Care/Treatments/Services
Any Other Related Theory/Skill Subjects
2. Theory requirement: 230 clock hours a. Theory class is to be conducted in a separate classroom by a licensed instructor on the basis of 4 hours minimum per week throughout the entire course instruction.b. Students shall not leave a theory class to work on patrons or to practice skill.3. Skill/Practical Requirement: 1200 clock hours Skill/Practical training and clinic work shall be assigned and supervised by a licensed instructor.
4. Unassigned/Open: 70 clock hours, theory and/or skill/practical, shall be used at instructor's discretion as need of student dictates.B. Manicurist: The curriculum for students enrolled in a course of 350 hours of instruction and training extended over a period of not less than nine weeks is as follows: 1. Mississippi Board of Cosmetology Laws, Rules and Regulations Professional Image, Ethics and Conduct
General Sciences
Infection Control, Prevention and Safety Precautions
Anatomy and Physiology
Basic Chemistry and Electricity
Business Skills
Personal/Individual
Resume
Interviewing
Sales and Marketing
Money Management
Salon
Planning and Design
Management
Marketing
Nail Science
Nail Treatments/Services
Manicure
Basic
Specialty
Pedicure
Basic
Specialty
Nail Enhancements
Nail Tips
Nail Wraps
Monomer Liquid
Polymer Powder
UV Gels
Electric Nail File
Nail Polish/Art/Airbrushing/Embellishments
Any Other Related Theory/Skill Subjects
2. Theory requirement: 85 clock hours a. Theory class is to be conducted in a separate classroom by a licensed instructor on the basis of 7 hours minimum per week throughout the entire period of instruction.b. Students shall not leave a theory class to work on patrons or to practice skill.3. Skill/Practical Requirement: 250 clock hours Skill/Practical training and clinic work shall be assigned and supervised by a licensed instructor.
4. Unassigned/Open: 15 clock hours, theory and/or skill/practical, shall be used at instructor's discretion as need of student dictates.C. Esthetician: The curriculum for students enrolled in a course of 600 hours of instruction and training extended over a period of not less than fifteen weeks is as follows: 1. Mississippi Board of Cosmetology Laws, Rules and Regulations Professional Image, Ethics and Conduct
General Sciences
Infection Control, Prevention and Safety Precautions
Anatomy and Physiology
Basic Chemistry and Electricity
Business Skills
Personal/Individual
Resume
Interviewing
Sales and Marketing
Money Management
Salon
Planning and Design
Management
Marketing
Skin Science
Skin Treatments/Services
Facial Treatments
Facial Massage
Facial Machines
Hair Removal
Makeup
Advanced Topics and Treatments
Any Other Related Theory/Skill Subjects
2. Theory requirement: 100 clock hours a. Theory class is to be conducted in a separate classroom by a licensed instructor on the basis of 5 hours minimum per week throughout the entire period of instruction.b. Students shall not leave a theory class to work on patrons or to practice skill.3. Skill/Practical Requirement: 470 clock hours Skill/Practical training and clinic work shall be assigned and supervised by a licensed instructor.
4. Unassigned/Open: 30 clock hours, theory and/or skill/practical, shall be used at instructor's discretion as need of student dictates.D. Student Instructor: 1. The curriculum for a student enrolled in a school for a cosmetology, esthetician, or manicurist instructor training course consists of 1000 hours: c. The subject matter and hours for each are: 1,000 hours |
Theory Observation | 16 hours |
Skill Observation | 90 hours |
(The observation hours must be acquired prior to practice teaching) |
The Professional Teacher including: | 218 hours |
Teacher Personality Technical Knowledge Teacher Characteristics Teachers as Professionals Preparation for Teaching Planning the Course (Lesson Plans Steps of Teaching) |
Student Motivation and Learning including: Laws Governing Learning Process Student Motivation Student Participation Student Personalities Slow Learner v. Gifted Learner | 132 hours |
Methods, Management & Materials including: Methods, Procedures & Techniques of Teaching Classroom Management Teaching Materials | 429 hours |
Testing and Evaluation | 90 hours |
Cosmetology Law, Rules and Regulations | 25 hours |
d. Of the designated hours for each category, an adjustment may be made, up to 10% as student needs may require.2. Prior to application for approval for examination, a student instructor is required to have completed six (6) semester hours in college courses approved by the Board. It is strongly recommended that the student seek approval of subject matter from the Board prior to actual enrollment in the courses. a. All six (6) hours of college courses may be acquired in a classroom, web-based or online courses.b. Six (6) hours must be acquired in a combination of the following subjects: (9) Any other Methodology course, with Board approvalc. Proof of the acquisition of the course must be submitted to the Board in the form of an original transcript from the college or university from which the courses are acquired. The transcript must bear the seal of the school and the signature of the Registrar. Copies are not acceptable.3. Prior to application for examination, a student instructor must attend one Board approved "Methods of Teaching" Seminar earning a minimum of five (5) continuing education hours.F. Cross Over Barbers: The curriculum for a licensed barber enrolled in a 500 hour course, as provided for in § 73-7-13, extended over a period of not less than 12- weeks is as follows: 1. Theory Requirements: 65 hours a. Theory class is to be conducted in a separate classroom by a licensed instructor on the basis of 5 hours minimum per week throughout the entire period of instruction.b. Students are not permitted to leave a theory class to work on patrons.2. Skill Requirements: 435 hours: Skill training and clinic work is to be assigned and supervised by a licensed instructor.
G. A student may earn clock hours in any course of training for demonstrations and for product knowledge being taught by suppliers under the following conditions: 1. A licensed instructor is in attendance at all times.2. The demonstrator holds a current permit issued by the Board for this purpose.3. If the demonstration/product knowledge is acquired off-campus, a sign-in sheet must be maintained by the school authority, and a copy sent to the Board with the next regular monthly report. 30 Miss. Code. R. 2101-5.18
Miss. Code Ann. § 73-7-7 (Rev. 2013)