Title 19 Part 162

The educational requirements for cosmetologists shall include the following subjects and the hours assigned to each:

Scope of Curriculum

Each subject shall include a treatment of the topics as set forth herein:

Subject 1

Professional Requirements—24 Hours

• New York State License Requirements

• State and Federal Payroll Requirements

• New York State Sales Tax Requirements

• Career Opportunities and Placement

• Professional Ethics, Conduct and Attitude

• Professional Organizations, Trade Shows and Publications

• View and discuss the mandatory Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Awareness online course

Subject 2

Safety and Health—26 Hours

• New York State Laws, Rules and Regulations

• OSHA Regulations Concerning Hazardous Materials Communications

• Types and Classification of Infection Organisms: Bacteria, Viruses, Molds and Fungus

• Growth and Reproduction of Infectious Organisms

• Infection and Their Prevention

• Immunity and Body Defenses

• Decontamination and Infection Control

• Physical and Chemical Agents

Subject 3

Anatomy and Physiology—15 Hours

• Cells, Tissues and Organs

• Body Systems

• Basic Principles of Nutrition

• Overview of Bones and Muscles of the Head, Arms, Hands, Legs and Feet

Subject 4

Hair Analysis—10 Hours

• Structure

• Growth Patterns

• Texture

• Porosity

• Elasticity

Subject 5

Hair and Scalp Disorders and Diseases—10 Hours

• Dandruff

• Alopecia

• Fungal Infections

• Infestations

• Infections

Subject 6

Chemistry as Applied to Cosmetology—5 Hours

• Forms and Properties of Matter

• Elements, Compounds and Mixtures

• Chemical Reactions and Solutions

• The pH Scale

• FDA Laws Governing Hair Care Products and Product Safety

Subject 7

Shampoos, Rinses, Conditioners and Treatments—30 Hours

• Client Preparation, Analysis and Consultation

• Hair Analysis Instruments and Equipment

• Shampooing Products, Composition and Procedures

• Rinsing Products, Composition and Procedures

• Conditioning Products, Composition and Procedures

• Procedures for Hair and Scalp Disorders

• Scalp Manipulations

Subject 8

Hair Cutting and Shaping—175 Hours

• Fundamentals, Principles and Concepts of Design

• Scissor Haircutting

- Nomenclature and Care of Scissors

- Techniques and Procedures

• Razor Haircutting

- Nomenclature and Care of Razor

- Techniques and Procedures

• Clipper Haircutting

- Nomenclature and Care of Tools

- Techniques and Procedures

• Removal/Trim of Superfluous Hair

• Contemporary and Specialized Haircutting

- Female Styles

- Male Styles

- Children Styles

• Mustache and Beard Shaping

• Shaving

- Dexterity of the Hands and Razor

- Preparation and Procedures

Subject 9

Hair Styling—245 Hours

• Fingerwaving

• Pincurling

• Skipwaving

• Roller Styling

• Patterns in Hairstyling

- Waves, Pin Curls, Rollers and Combinations

• Finishing Techniques

• Twisting, Wrapping, Weaving, Extending, Locking and Braiding

• Traditional Weaving and Styling

• Services in Hairstyling

- Tools and Implements

- Blowdrying

- Thermal Curling

- Hair Pressing

• Hair Pieces

Subject 10

Chemical Restructuring—180 Hours

• Chemistry

• Chemical Restructuring Products

• Client Consultation

• Preliminary Procedure of Chemical Restructuring

• Procedure of Chemical Restructuring

• Corrective Chemical Restructuring

Subject 11

Hair Coloring and Lightening—180 Hours

• Color Theory

• Chemistry

• Preliminary Procedures of Hair Coloring

• Client Consultation

• Hair Coloring Procedures

• Hair Lightening

• Special Effects

• Corrective Procedures

Subject 12

Nail Care and Procedures—40 hours

• Nail Structure

• Nail Disorders and Diseases

• Nail Shape and Color Analysis

• Basic Manicuring and Pedicuring

• Manipulations of the Hand, Arm, Leg and Foot

• Nail Tip Application

- Adhesives

- Fitting, Design and Application

• Nail Wrap Application

- Silk, Fiberglass and Linen Procedures

- Surface Wrapping Natural Nail and Mending

- Tip Overlay Wrapping

- Repair, Maintenance and Removal

• Liquid and Powder Nail Extension

- Application Procedures for Tips With Overlays, Natural Nails and Sculptured Nails

- Repair, Maintenance and Removal

- Chemical Reactions to Liquid and Powder

Subject 13

Skin Care and Procedures—60 Hours

• Structure and Function of the Skin

• Skin Conditions and Disorders

• Facial and Body Procedures

- Client Preparation

- Skin Analysis and Consultation

• Wet and Dry Exfoliations and Applications

• Use of Various Products to Enhance the Appearance of the Skin:

Seaweed, salt, paraffin, mud, ampules, creams, etc.

• Discussion for Further Training Required for Advanced Techniques such as Aromatherapy and Water Therapies

• Temporary Methods of Hair Removal

- Manual Tweezing

- Depilatory Lotion

- Waxing

- Bleaching

• Make-Up Application

- Color Analysis

- Morphology of the Face

- Product Knowledge, Chemistry and Related Composition

- Eyebrow Contouring

- Correction and Contouring

- False Eyelashes

- Further Training Required for Advanced Techniques

The educational requirements for waxing shall include the following subjects and the hours assigned to each:

Scope of Curriculum

Each subject shall include a treatment of the topics as set forth herein:

Subject 1

Professional Requirements—10 Hours

• New York State License Requirements

• State and Federal Payroll Requirements

• New York State Sales Tax Requirements

• Career Opportunities and Placement

• Professional Ethics, Conduct and Attitude

• Professional Organizations, Trade Shows and Publications

• View and discuss the mandatory Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Awareness online course

Subject 2

Safety and Health — 20 Hours

• New York State Laws, Rules and Regulations

• OSHA Regulations Concerning Hazardous Materials Communications

• Types and Classification of Infectious Organisms

— Bacteria

— Viruses

— Mold and Fungus

• Growth and Reproduction of Infectious Organisms

• Infections and Their Prevention

• Immunity and Body Defenses

• Decontamination and Infection Control

• Physical and Chemical Agents

Subject 3

Skin Structure, Disorders and Diseases — 10 Hours

• Histology of the Skin and its Functions

• Skin Disorders and Diseases

• Hair Structure and Functions With Relation to Waxing

Subject 4

Removal of Superfluous Hair — 35 Hours

• Theoretical Overview of Permanent Methods (Electrolysis, Thermolysis, Blend)

• Temporary Methods of Hair Removal

— Manual tweezing

— Depilatory lotion

— Waxing (strip and non-strip)

Educational requirements for nail specialist trainees shall include the following subjects and the hours assigned to each:

Each subject (including the course overview) shall include a treatment of the topics as set forth herein:

Subject 1

COURSE OVERVIEW/CONTENT—2 HOURS

• Course Overview

• The Role of the Nail Specialist

• New York State Law, Rules, and Regulations

• View and discuss the mandatory Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Awareness online course

Subject 2

WORKPLACE SAFETY & HEALTH—5 HOURS

• Local, State, and Federal Safety Codes

• General Salon Safety

• Hazardous Materials Communications (HAZMAT)

Subject 3

INFECTION CONTROL—6 HOURS

• Methods of Infection Control

• Physical and Chemical Agents of Infection Control

• Bloodborne Pathogen Infection Control

Subject 4

BACTERIA AND INFECTIOUS DISORDERS AND DISEASES—6 HOURS

• Types and Classification of Bacteria

• Immunity and Body Defenses

• Viral Infections

• Mold and Fungal Infections

• Disorders and Diseases of the Nails and Skin

Subject 5

ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY OF THE NAIL, HAND, ARM, FOOT & LEG—3 HOURS

• Significance of Anatomy and Physiology to the Nail Specialist

• Cell Metabolism and Structure

• Tissues and Organs

• Systems of the Body and Their Relationship

• Histology of the Skin and Its Function

• Bones, Muscles, Nerves of the Hand, Arm, Leg and Foot

• Nail Structure

Subject 6

CLIENT CONSULTATION & SERVICE PROTOCOLS—5 HOURS

• Client Needs Assessment

• Nail and Skin Analysis/Product Selection and Treatment Recommendations