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Detailed Class A Barber License Tutoring Curriculum Breakdown
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Module 1: Licensing and Regulation (13% of Written Exam, 8 Hours)
Objective: Understand Texas barbering laws, regulations, and continuing education requirements to ensure compliance and professional responsibility.
Total Duration: 8 hours
Reference Materials: Texas Administrative Code (Chapter 83), Texas Occupations Code (Chapter 1603), www.tdlr.texas.gov
Section 1.1: Texas Barbering Laws
Duration: 3 hours
Objective: Learn key provisions of Texas barbering laws and their application to professional practice.
- Lesson 1.1.1: Overview of Texas Occupations Code (1 hour)
- Content: Introduction to Chapter 1603, scope of barbering regulations, and TDLR’s role.
- Activities: Read and annotate key sections of Chapter 1603. Discuss TDLR’s authority.
- Assessment: Quiz (10 questions) on Chapter 1603 definitions and scope.
- Lesson 1.1.2: Texas Administrative Code (2 hours)
- Content: Detailed review of Chapter 83, including licensing requirements and penalties.
- Activities: Case study analysis of a licensing violation scenario. Group discussion on compliance.
- Assessment: Written summary of three key Chapter 83 rules.
Section 1.2: Practitioner Responsibilities
Duration: 3 hours
Objective: Understand the professional and ethical responsibilities of a licensed barber.
- Lesson 1.2.1: Professional Conduct (1.5 hours)
- Content: Ethical standards, client interactions, and workplace professionalism.
- Activities: Role-play client consultation scenarios emphasizing ethics. Create a professional conduct checklist.
- Assessment: Short essay on the importance of ethical barbering.
- Lesson 1.2.2: Record Keeping and Inspections (1.5 hours)
- Content: TDLR inspection processes, maintaining client records, and shop compliance.
- Activities: Simulate a TDLR inspection checklist. Practice filling out a client service log.
- Assessment: Mock inspection report with feedback.
Section 1.3: Continuing Education
Duration: 2 hours
Objective: Learn TDLR’s continuing education requirements for license renewal.
- Lesson 1.3.1: CE Requirements and Options (1 hour)
- Content: Overview of CE hours, approved providers, and documentation.
- Activities: Research TDLR-approved CE courses online. Create a CE plan for one year.
- Assessment: Quiz (5 questions) on CE requirements.
- Lesson 1.3.2: Staying Updated on Regulations (1 hour)
- Content: Strategies for tracking regulatory changes via TDLR website and newsletters.
- Activities: Subscribe to TDLR updates. Discuss recent regulatory changes.
- Assessment: Presentation on one recent TDLR regulation change.
Module 2: Health and Safety (29.5% of Written Exam, Safety Criteria in Practical Exam, 20 Hours)
Objective: Master sanitation, disinfection, sterilization, and safety procedures to ensure public health and safety.
Total Duration: 20 hours
Reference Materials: Milady Standard Professional Barbering (7th Ed.), Milady Standard Foundations (1st Ed.), Pivot Point Fundamentals: Barbering (2022)
Section 2.1: Sanitation and Disinfection
Duration: 8 hours
Objective: Learn proper cleaning and disinfection techniques for tools, equipment, and workstations.
- Lesson 2.1.1: Cleaning Implements and Equipment (2 hours)
- Content: Types of cleaning agents, EPA-approved disinfectants, and cleaning protocols.
- Activities: Demonstrate cleaning shears and clippers with disinfectant. Create a cleaning checklist.
- Assessment: Practical demonstration of cleaning a clipper blade.
- Lesson 2.1.2: Disinfection Procedures (2 hours)
- Content: Steps for disinfecting non-porous tools, immersion techniques, and contact time.
- Activities: Practice disinfecting combs and brushes. Simulate workstation disinfection.
- Assessment: Written test (10 questions) on disinfection steps.
- Lesson 2.1.3: Workstation and Shop Sanitation (2 hours)
- Content: Maintaining a sanitary work environment, waste disposal, and linens.
- Activities: Set up a sanitary workstation with proper waste bins. Inspect a mock shop setup.
- Assessment: Workstation setup evaluation.
- Lesson 2.1.4: Regulatory Standards (2 hours)
- Content: TDLR sanitation requirements and OSHA guidelines.
- Activities: Review TDLR sanitation rules. Discuss OSHA compliance.
- Assessment: Case study analysis of a sanitation violation.
Section 2.2: Pathogens and Disorders
Duration: 6 hours
Objective: Understand pathogens, bacteria, and hair/skin/scalp disorders to prevent health risks.
- Lesson 2.2.1: Pathogens and Bacteria (2 hours)
- Content: Types of pathogens, transmission modes, and prevention strategies.
- Activities: Study pathogen flashcards. Discuss real-world infection scenarios.
- Assessment: Quiz (15 questions) on pathogen types and prevention.
- Lesson 2.2.2: Hair and Scalp Disorders (2 hours)
- Content: Common disorders (e.g., dandruff, alopecia) and their impact on services.
- Activities: Analyze scalp disorder images. Practice identifying disorders on a mannequin.
- Assessment: Scalp analysis report for three disorders.
- Lesson 2.2.3: Skin Disorders (2 hours)
- Content: Facial and neck skin disorders (e.g., acne, eczema) and barbering precautions.
- Activities: Review skin disorder case studies. Simulate client consultation for skin issues.
- Assessment: Written test (10 questions) on skin disorder precautions.
Section 2.3: Safety and Exposure Incidents
Duration: 6 hours
Objective: Master safety protocols and procedures for handling exposure incidents.
- Lesson 2.3.1: Client and Practitioner Safety (2 hours)
- Content: Safe handling of tools, client draping, and ergonomic practices.
- Activities: Practice proper draping on a mannequin. Demonstrate safe razor handling.
- Assessment: Practical evaluation of draping and tool safety.
- Lesson 2.3.2: Blood Exposure Incidents (2 hours)
- Content: TDLR protocols for blood exposure, first aid, and reporting.
- Activities: Simulate a blood exposure incident response. Create an exposure incident kit.
- Assessment: Practical demonstration of blood exposure protocol.
- Lesson 2.3.3: Emergency Preparedness (2 hours)
- Content: Fire safety, evacuation plans, and first aid basics for barbershops.
- Activities: Develop a shop emergency plan. Practice basic first aid techniques.
- Assessment: Emergency plan presentation.
Module 3: Hair and Scalp Care (4.5% of Written Exam, 6 Hours)
Objective: Learn proper hair and scalp care techniques, including physiology and product knowledge.
Total Duration: 6 hours
Reference Materials: Milady Standard Professional Barbering (7th Ed.), Pivot Point Fundamentals: Barbering (2022)
Section 3.1: Hair and Scalp Physiology
Duration: 2 hours
Objective: Understand the structure and function of hair and scalp for effective care.
- Lesson 3.1.1: Hair Structure and Growth (1 hour)
- Content: Hair anatomy, growth cycles, and factors affecting hair health.
- Activities: Study hair structure diagrams. Discuss hair growth myths.
- Assessment: Quiz (10 questions) on hair anatomy.
- Lesson 3.1.2: Scalp Physiology (1 hour)
- Content: Scalp anatomy, common conditions, and their impact on services.
- Activities: Practice scalp massage techniques. Analyze scalp condition scenarios.
- Assessment: Scalp massage demonstration.
Section 3.2: Hair and Scalp Care Techniques
Duration: 4 hours
Objective: Master shampooing, conditioning, and treatment techniques.
- Lesson 3.2.1: Shampooing and Conditioning (2 hours)
- Content: Shampoo types, application techniques, and conditioning benefits.
- Activities: Practice shampooing and conditioning on a mannequin. Compare product types.
- Assessment: Practical shampooing evaluation.
- Lesson 3.2.2: Scalp Treatments and Product Knowledge (2 hours)
- Content: Scalp treatment procedures, product ingredients, and client consultations.
- Activities: Perform a scalp treatment on a mannequin. Review product labels.
- Assessment: Client consultation role-play for scalp treatment.
Module 4: Haircutting and Hairstyling (14% of Written Exam, Practical Exam Component, 20 Hours)
Objective: Develop proficiency in haircutting and hairstyling techniques, including consultation and analysis.
Total Duration: 20 hours
Reference Materials: Milady Standard Professional Barbering (7th Ed.), Pivot Point Fundamentals: Barbering (2022)
Section 4.1: Consultation and Analysis
Duration: 4 hours
Objective: Learn to assess client needs and hair characteristics for effective haircutting.
- Lesson 4.1.1: Client Consultation (2 hours)
- Content: Consultation techniques, understanding client preferences, and hair analysis.
- Activities: Role-play client consultations. Analyze hair type on a mannequin.
- Assessment: Consultation checklist evaluation.
- Lesson 4.1.2: Hair and Scalp Analysis (2 hours)
- Content: Assessing hair texture, density, and scalp condition for cutting.
- Activities: Perform hair analysis on a mannequin. Document findings.
- Assessment: Hair analysis report.
Section 4.2: Haircutting Techniques
Duration: 10 hours
Objective: Master haircutting techniques using shears, clippers, and other tools.
- Lesson 4.2.1: Shear Cutting (3 hours)
- Content: Shear types, cutting angles, and blending techniques.
- Activities: Practice shear cutting on a mannequin, removing 1 inch. Focus on balanced cuts.
- Assessment: Shear cutting demonstration.
- Lesson 4.2.2: Clipper Cutting (3 hours)
- Content: Clipper guards, fading techniques, and clipper-over-comb.
- Activities: Practice clipper cutting on a mannequin, creating a taper fade.
- Assessment: Clipper fade evaluation.
- Lesson 4.2.3: Specialty Techniques (4 hours)
- Content: Arcing technique, texturizing, and precision cuts.
- Activities: Practice arcing and texturizing on a mannequin. Simulate a precision cut.
- Assessment: Practical evaluation of specialty techniques.
Section 4.3: Hairstyling
Duration: 6 hours
Objective: Learn blow drying and thermal styling for professional results.
- Lesson 4.3.1: Blow Drying (3 hours)
- Content: Blow drying tools, techniques, and product application.
- Activities: Practice blow drying on a mannequin for volume and smoothness.
- Assessment: Blow drying demonstration.
- Lesson 4.3.2: Thermal Curling (3 hours)
- Content: Thermal curling tools, safety, and styling patterns.
- Activities: Practice thermal curling on a mannequin. Create a styled look.
- Assessment: Thermal curling evaluation.
Module 5: Haircoloring (7% of Written Exam, Practical Exam Component, 10 Hours)
Objective: Gain expertise in haircoloring procedures, including consultation, analysis, and product application.
Total Duration: 10 hours
Reference Materials: Milady Standard Professional Barbering (7th Ed.), Pivot Point Fundamentals: Barbering (2022)
Section 5.1: Consultation and Analysis
Duration: 3 hours
Objective: Learn to assess hair for color services and conduct client consultations.
- Lesson 5.1.1: Color Consultation (1.5 hours)
- Content: Client consultation for color goals, strand tests, and patch tests.
- Activities: Role-play a color consultation. Practice strand test documentation.
- Assessment: Consultation role-play evaluation.
- Lesson 5.1.2: Hair Analysis for Coloring (1.5 hours)
- Content: Assessing hair porosity, texture, and existing color.
- Activities: Analyze hair on a mannequin for coloring. Document findings.
- Assessment: Hair analysis report.
Section 5.2: Haircoloring Procedures
Duration: 7 hours
Objective: Master single-process color retouch and application techniques.
- Lesson 5.2.1: Color Theory and Products (2 hours)
- Content: Color wheel, product types, and chemistry of haircoloring.
- Activities: Study color wheel exercises. Compare color product types.
- Assessment: Quiz (10 questions) on color theory.
- Lesson 5.2.2: Single-Process Color Retouch (3 hours)
- Content: Application techniques for 1-inch regrowth, sectioning, and saturation.
- Activities: Practice color application on a mannequin with four subsections.
- Assessment: Color retouch demonstration.
- Lesson 5.2.3: Safety and Aftercare (2 hours)
- Content: Safety precautions, client aftercare, and product recommendations.
- Activities: Simulate client aftercare consultation. Review safety protocols.
- Assessment: Aftercare consultation role-play.
Module 6: Chemical Texture Services (7% of Written Exam, Practical Exam Component, 10 Hours)
Objective: Master chemical texture services, including permanent waving and relaxing.
Total Duration: 10 hours
Reference Materials: Milady Standard Professional Barbering (7th Ed.), Pivot Point Fundamentals: Barbering (2022)
Section 6.1: Consultation and Analysis
Duration: 3 hours
Objective: Learn to assess hair for chemical texture services and consult with clients.
- Lesson 6.1.1: Texture Consultation (1.5 hours)
- Content: Client consultation for texture goals and hair health.
- Activities: Role-play a texture consultation. Document client preferences.
- Assessment: Consultation role-play evaluation.
- Lesson 6.1.2: Hair Analysis for Texture Services (1.5 hours)
- Content: Assessing hair strength, elasticity, and texture for chemical services.
- Activities: Analyze hair on a mannequin for texture services. Document findings.
- Assessment: Hair analysis report.
Section 6.2: Chemical Texture Procedures
Duration: 7 hours
Objective: Master permanent waving and relaxing techniques.
- Lesson 6.2.1: Permanent Waving Basics (2 hours)
- Content: Perm chemistry, rod types, and wrapping patterns.
- Activities: Study perm product labels. Practice rod wrapping on a mannequin.
- Assessment: Quiz (10 questions) on perm chemistry.
- Lesson 6.2.2: Permanent Waving Application (3 hours)
- Content: Rod wrapping, saturation, and test curl procedures.
- Activities: Wrap 4+ perm rods on a mannequin with proper tension. Demonstrate test curl.
- Assessment: Permanent waving demonstration.
- Lesson 6.2.3: Relaxing Techniques (2 hours)
- Content: Relaxer types, application techniques, and safety precautions.
- Activities: Simulate relaxer application on a mannequin. Review safety protocols.
- Assessment: Relaxer application demonstration.
Module 7: Nail and Skin Care (4.5% of Written Exam, Practical Exam Component, 8 Hours)
Objective: Learn manicure, pedicure, and facial treatment techniques, including nail and skin physiology.
Total Duration: 8 hours
Reference Materials: Milady Standard Nail Technology (8th Ed.), Milady Standard Foundations (1st Ed.)
Section 7.1: Nail and Skin Physiology
Duration: 2 hours
Objective: Understand the structure and function of nails and skin for effective care.
- Lesson 7.1.1: Nail Physiology (1 hour)
- Content: Nail anatomy, growth, and common disorders.
- Activities: Study nail structure diagrams. Discuss nail disorder scenarios.
- Assessment: Quiz (10 questions) on nail anatomy.
- Lesson 7.1.2: Skin Physiology (1 hour)
- Content: Skin layers, facial skin characteristics, and disorders.
- Activities: Analyze skin condition images. Discuss skin care precautions.
- Assessment: Skin physiology report.
Section 7.2: Nail and Skin Care Techniques
Duration: 6 hours
Objective: Master manicure and facial treatment procedures.
- Lesson 7.2.1: Manicure Procedures (3 hours)
- Content: Manicure tools, nail shaping, and cleaning techniques.
- Activities: Perform a manicure on a mannequin hand, shaping 5 nails.
- Assessment: Manicure demonstration.
- Lesson 7.2.2: Facial Treatments (3 hours)
- Content: Cleansing, massage, and astringent application for facials.
- Activities: Practice facial service with cleansing cream and massage on a mannequin.
- Assessment: Facial treatment demonstration.
Module 8: Shaving (17.5% of Written Exam, Practical Exam Component, 12 Hours)
Objective: Develop skills in professional shaving techniques, emphasizing client safety and razor handling.
Total Duration: 12 hours
Reference Materials: Milady Standard Professional Barbering (7th Ed.), Pivot Point Fundamentals: Barbering (2022)
Section 8.1: Shaving Preparation
Duration: 4 hours
Objective: Learn preparation techniques for professional shaving.
- Lesson 8.1.1: Client Preparation (2 hours)
- Content: Draping, skin prep, and lather application.
- Activities: Practice draping and lather application on a mannequin.
- Assessment: Draping and lather demonstration.
- Lesson 8.1.2: Tool Preparation (2 hours)
- Content: Razor types, honing, stropping, and sanitation.
- Activities: Practice honing and stropping a straight razor. Sanitize tools.
- Assessment: Tool preparation evaluation.
Section 8.2: Shaving Techniques
Duration: 8 hours
Objective: Master professional shaving strokes and client safety.
- Lesson 8.2.1: Shaving Strokes (4 hours)
- Content: Freehand, backhand, and reverse freehand strokes.
- Activities: Practice 14 shaving strokes on a mannequin with lather.
- Assessment: Shaving strokes demonstration.
- Lesson 8.2.2: Client Safety and Cleanup (4 hours)
- Content: Skin protection, post-shave care, and workstation cleanup.
- Activities: Simulate a full shave service with cleanup. Review safety protocols.
- Assessment: Full shave service evaluation.
Module 9: Exam Preparation and Logistics (6 Hours)
Objective: Prepare students for the administrative and logistical aspects of the TDLR examination process.
Total Duration: 6 hours
Reference Materials: PSI Candidate Information Bulletin, PSI Website (https://test-takers.psiexams.com/tdlr)
Section 9.1: Examination Logistics
Duration: 3 hours
Objective: Understand the scheduling, identification, and site requirements for the TDLR exam.
- Lesson 9.1.1: Scheduling and Registration (1.5 hours)
- Content: Online, phone, and mail registration processes with PSI.
- Activities: Simulate online registration on PSI’s website. Review scheduling policies.
- Assessment: Mock registration form completion.
- Lesson 9.1.2: Exam Site Protocols (1.5 hours)
- Content: Identification requirements, prohibited items, and in-person/remote proctoring rules.
- Activities: Review PSI’s security procedures. Practice remote proctoring setup.
- Assessment: Quiz (10 questions) on exam protocols.
Section 9.2: Exam Strategies
Duration: 3 hours
Objective: Develop effective test-taking and time management strategies.
- Lesson 9.2.1: Written Exam Strategies (1.5 hours)
- Content: Time management, question types, and elimination techniques.
- Activities: Practice 20 sample written exam questions. Discuss strategies.
- Assessment: Timed practice test (20 questions).
- Lesson 9.2.2: Practical Exam Preparation (1.5 hours)
- Content: Supply lists, task sequencing, and time allocation for practical exam.
- Activities: Create a practical exam supply checklist. Simulate task sequencing.
- Assessment: Practical exam preparation plan.
Module 10: Mock Examinations (12 Hours)
Objective: Simulate the written and practical examinations to build confidence and identify areas for improvement.
Total Duration: 12 hours
Reference Materials: Practice questions from Milady and Pivot Point, PSI Candidate Information Bulletin
Section 10.1: Written Exam Simulation
Duration: 4 hours
Objective: Practice the written exam under timed conditions.
- Lesson 10.1.1: Full-Length Written Exam (2 hours)
- Content: 85 scored questions covering all content areas, 90 minutes.
- Activities: Take a full-length practice exam in a simulated environment.
- Assessment: Score report and individual feedback.
- Lesson 10.1.2: Review and Analysis (2 hours)
- Content: Analyze incorrect answers and identify weak areas.
- Activities: Group discussion of common errors. Create a study plan for weak areas.
- Assessment: Revised study plan submission.
Section 10.2: Practical Exam Simulation
Duration: 8 hours
Objective: Simulate the practical exam to practice all required services.
- Lesson 10.2.1: Practical Exam Setup and Practice (4 hours)
- Content: Workstation setup, supply preparation, and partial practice of services (manicure, shave, facial, haircutting, chemical services).
- Activities: Set up a sanitary workstation. Practice 2–3 services on a mannequin.
- Assessment: Workstation and partial service evaluation.
- Lesson 10.2.2: Full Practical Exam Simulation (4 hours)
- Content: Complete practical exam (163 points, 3 hours 29 minutes) with all services.
- Activities: Perform full exam simulation on mannequins. Receive timed feedback.
- Assessment: Comprehensive score report and instructor feedback.