Each apprentice must complete 39 hours of Pre-Apprenticeship Training and Related Subject Instruction (RSI): Barbering = 250 hours, Cosmetology =320 hours at our school and 3200 On the Job Training (OJT) in a licensed establishment with a licensed trainer. After completion of the above requirements, the apprentice is able to apply to take the State Board exam to receive a professional license in their field.
39 Hours Pre-Apprenticeship
Complete 39 Hours of Pre-Apprenticeship Training on the subjects of:
- Health and Safety
- Infection Control: Principles and Practices
- Board Rules and Regulations
- Life Skills
- Study Skills
- Your Professional Image
- Communicating for Success
- On The Job
- Implements, Tools and Equipment
Upon completion of the Pre-Apprenticeship Training, the apprentice’s application will be filed with the State Board for the Apprentice License for Barbering or Cosmetology. The license will be sent to the establishment where the apprentice will be indentured. Once the establishment receives the license, the apprentice may begin the required 3200 hours of On-the-Job training.
The apprentice must go to RSI class on their scheduled day (Sunday or Monday) for additional training.
RSI Classes
RSI classes are theory training on the following chapters using the Milady textbook and workbooks. Apprentices are to complete the answers in the appropriate workbook prior to coming to class. Each chapter will be reviewed and a written exam will be given; 75% is passing score.
Each day, the apprentice will learn how to do hands-on practical for each procedure that they are required to perform when taking the State Board practical exam.
RSI Barbering
250 hours Sundays 9am-12pm (Woodland)
Theory will include the following subjects:
- The History of Barbering
- Bacteriology
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Chemistry
- Electricity and Light Therapy
- Properties and Disorders of the Hair and Scalp
- Treatment of the Hair and Scalp
- Properties and Disorders of the Skin
- Men’s Facial Massage and Treatments
- Shaving and Facial Hair Design
- Men’s Hair Cutting and Styling
- Men’s Hairpieces
- Women’s Hair Cutting and Styling
- Chemical Texture Services
- Hair Coloring and Lightening
- Nails and Manicuring
- State Board Preparation and Licensing Law
- The Job Search
- Barbershop Management
RSI Cosmetology
320 hours Sundays 9am-12pm (Woodland)
Theory will include the following subjects:
- History and Career Opportunities
- General Anatomy and Physiology
- Properties of the Hair and Scalp
- Scalp Care: Shampooing and Conditioning
- Basics of Chemistry
- Basics of Electricity
- Principle of Hair Design
- Hair Cutting
- Hair Styling
- Braiding and Braid Extensions
- Wigs and Hair Additions
- Chemical Texture Services
- Hair Coloring
- Skin Structure, Growth and Nutrition
- Skin Diseases and Disorders
- Hair Removal
- Facials
- Facial Makeup
- Nair Structure and Growth
- Nail Disorders and Diseases
- Manicuring
- Pedicuring
- Nail Tips and Wraps
- Monomer Liquid and Polymer Powder Nail Enhancement
- UV Gels
- Seeking Employment
- The Salon Business
Resources
Barber:
https://www.dir.ca.gov/databases/das/results_aigdetail.asp?varOccId=8123
Cosmetology:
https://www.dir.ca.gov/databases/das/results_aigdetail.asp?varOccId=7969
Program Sponsored by TNN Beauty Barber, Cosmetology of Southern California Unilateral of Apprenticeship and Training Center.