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Students will conduct consultations, perform client services, and fill out service record cards. Business practices will be taught such as effective communication, resume building, preparing for employment, principles of selling and client building, and types of business options. 60 lecture hours, 40 lab hours.  \nCourse Objectives  \n• Demonstrate proficiency in a variety of services requested in a salon.  \n• Effectively communicate with clients and colleagues in a professional manner.  \n• Apply California Cosmetology State Board rules, regulations and safety requirements properly.  \n• Perform a complete client consultation focusing on the client's wants and needs.  \n• Build strong work ethics to be able to succeed in a competitive industry.  \n• Compare and contrast the various occupations offered in the cosmetology industry.  \n• Differentiate the advantages and disadvantage of employee, independent contractor and entrepreneurship.  \n• Develop a mock resume to facilitate student for future employment projections.  \nMajor Course Content  \n1. Life Skills  \na. Defining Character  \nb. Personality and Balance  \nc. Communication  \n2. Planning for Success  \na. Goal Setting  \nb. Organization  \nc. Cover Letter/Resume  \n3. Guest Relations  \na. The Client Factor  \nb. Salon & Service Experience  \n4. Defining Success  \na. Measuring Progress  \nb. Commission vs. Independent Contractor  \nc. Entrepreneurship  \nd. Guest Speakers  \n5. Employment  \na. Professional Expectations  \nb. Interviewing  \nc. Workplace Synergy  \n6. Mock State Board Written Exams  \na. Rules & Regulations  \nb. NIC Cosmetology Performance Criteria  \nLab Content  \n1. Client relationships  \na. Develop and execute high standards of communication  \nb. Prepare client record keeping  \nc. Practice professional application and standards  \n2. Colleague relationships  \na. Support and assist fellow colleagues through teamwork  \nb. Build strong interpersonal skills  \nc. Develop professional dialogue  \n3. Work Ethic  \na. 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