Cosmetology Instructor

Educational Objectives

The primary objective is to train the student instructor in becoming competent in their role as a teaching educator in the cosmetology field. Educational objectives for the Cosmetology Instructor Training Program are:

To perform the basic skills necessary for teaching within the industry.

To create lesson plans, perform lectures and demonstrations, direct student projects, conduct theory classroom instruction, and measure student achievement so future students will have comprehensive knowledge to be employed in the field of cosmetology.

To practice proper grooming, effective communication skills, and project a positive attitude with a sense of self-confidence while teaching.

To apply theory, technical, and related information to students to assist them in developing sound judgments, decisions, and procedures.

To prepare the student instructor to successfully pass the State Licensing Exam for entry-level employment.

Pre-requisites

Prospective students must hold a high school diploma or GED equivalent, be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, have completed a cosmetology training program from an accredited school, pass a state licensure exam for cosmetology, and have completed a minimum of 2 years of work experience as a licensed cosmetologist.

Grading Procedure

Academic learning is evaluated after each unit of study by a written exam. Practical assignments are evaluated as completed and counted toward course completion only when rated as satisfactory. If the performance does not meet satisfactory requirements, it is not counted, and the performance must be repeated. At least two comprehensive practical skills evaluations will be conducted during the course of study. Practical skills are evaluated according to text procedures and include Theory Lesson Plan and Lecture and Practical Lesson Plan and Demonstration. Students must pass with a 75% to be making academic satisfactory progress and to be eligible for graduation. Students must maintain a written grade average of 75% and pass a FINAL written exam prior to graduation. Students must make up all failed or missed exams.

Numerical grades are considered according to the following scale:

A 90-100%

B 80-89%

C 75-79%

F 74% and Below

The curriculum for students enrolled in the Cosmetology Instructor Training program will exceed minimums set by the state of Georgia and will include 750 hours of theory and technical instruction. The curriculum for a Cosmetology instructor training course shall be completed within one year and include all the outlined 750 clock hours of training as stated below. Instructor students receiving instructor training shall spend all their training hours under the direct supervision of a licensed instructor and may not be left in charge of students or the school.

The 750 hours of instruction required for the Cosmetology Instructor license shall be apportioned as follows:

1. General Education – 250 (clock hours)

All practice teaching must be supervised by a licensed instructor.

• Cosmetology, Esthetician, Hair Design, Nail Technician, and Barber Laws, rules, and regulations (25 clock hours).

• Principles of Teaching Cosmetology (150 clock hours).

• Principles of Teaching Nail Care (35 clock hours).

• Principles of Teaching Esthetics (40 clock hours).

2. Teaching Techniques and Audio-Visual Aids – 225 (clock hours):

• Curriculum development.

• Lesson Plans and Presentations.

• Classroom Management and Discipline.

• Demonstrations and Lectures.

• Various Methods of Evaluation.

3. Practice Teaching – 275 (clock hours)

Total Hours = 750

Full Time Cosmetology Instructor Training Syllabus

Course Curriculum

All courses taught at Dalton Institute will be offered in the English language.

There are:

750 total hours of coursework required for Cosmetology Instructor students.

When coursework has been successfully completed and all fees have been paid, students will then be eligible to take the GA State Board Exam. The Georgia State Board evaluates practical work, theory comprehension, and state board rules and laws.

Dalton Institute of Esthetics and Cosmetology utilizes the Milady curriculum for each course. The books are as follows:

Milady Standard Cosmetology, 14th Edition - ISBN-13: 9780357871492

Master Educator, 3rd Edition - ISBN-13: 9781133693697

Teaching Methods

Our school provides many teaching methods to offer you a comprehensive education, regardless of your learning style. The academic programs are designed to provide theoretical training and practical applications to instill good work habits, ethics, and professionalism. These methods include Interactive Lecture, Demonstration, Individualized Instruction, Group Discussion, Question and Answer, Role Playing, Field Trips, Guest Speakers, Problem Solving, Assignments, and Stories/Testimonials. Dalton Institute of Esthetics and Cosmetology believes that for our students to succeed, they will experience a three-step approach to our education model:

Students will:

LEARN IT with lectures and visual aids,

WATCH IT with live demonstrations by instructors and guest presenters, and

DO IT by performing services on mannequins and real clients.

Tuition and Other Costs

Program Costs:

Cosmetology Instructor – $7,500

Books/Kit/Tuition Included 

Administrative Fee for all students: Application Fee $20.00 (Non-Refundable)

Administrative Fee for all TRANSFER students: Registration Fee $125.00 (Non-Refundable)

WITHDRAWAL FEE FOR ALL PROGRAMS: Withdrawal Fee $100.00 (Non-Refundable)

Tuition Breakdown for Charges by Payment Period in Cosmetology Instructor Training program

750 hours (100% charged disbursed in 2 equal charges of 0 hours & 375 hours) = Tuition of $3750. Each 375 hours of instruction.

Total Cost $8,500

All Tuition Will Be Charged And All Financial Aid Eligible Funds Are Processed For Each Of The Payment Periods

Cosmetology Instructor Training

Payment Period 1: 1-375 Hours

Payment Period 2: 376-750 Hours

Student Kits

You will receive your student kit that is specific to the program you have enrolled into. Each kit is included in the price of tuition and the supplies in this kit are the tools for your success during your time here at Dalton Institute. It is extremely important that you take care of your kit and the supplies, as you should be using them every day for the duration of your education. The student kit must be kept at the school. We provide you with a student kit so that you may practice your new skills in school. If for any reason, your student kit needs to be replaced, this will be the financial responsibility and obligation of you, the student. Students are to use supplies from their kits for practice during all course instruction. Additional scrubs, t-shirts or other Dalton Institute apparel may be available for purchase. Check with your Instructor for a current list of items.

Cosmetology Instructor Training

1. A current copy of the laws and rules of the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology.

2. All teaching demonstration materials will be provided by the school as needed throughout the course.

SUPPLIES: All other supplies are furnished by the school. Students are not allowed to bring in supplies from outside the school without the approval of an instructor. At no time shall outside products be used on any school clients without prior approval.

Maximum Time Frame

The maximum time frame a student must complete the course is within 150% of the contracted end date. Periods during which a student has formally requested and received a leave of absence will extend the student’s contract and maximum time frame by the exact number of days in the leave of absence. Scheduled holidays or bad weather will not count in this calculation. Periods of illness, excused or unexcused absences, are counted in this calculation. Transfer hours from another institution that are accepted toward the student’s educational program are counted as both attempted and completed hours for the purpose of determining when the allowable maximum timeframe has been exhausted. SAP periods are based on scheduled contracted hours at this institution.

The chart below gives an example of the maximum time allowed for regular full-time and part-time scheduled students:

Cosmetology Instructor - Full time 32 hours per week: 750 hours ÷ 32 hours/week= 24 weeks. 24 weeks x 150% = 36 weeks max

The maximum time allowed for transfer students who need less than the full course requirements or part-time students will be determined based on their scheduled hours.

Any student exceeding the maximum time frame will be considered as passing if academic and theory grades are satisfactory. Any student who exceeds the maximum timeframe will be terminated from the program and would thereafter be permitted to re-enroll into the same program on a prorated cash-pay basis.