Description of Course:
During the course, junior instructors will receive training in the following state mandated areas; required preparatory training (50 hours), class attendance (100 hours), conducting a theory class (50 hours), conducting practical classes in cosmetology (300 hours), methods of keeping student records (10 hours), training in subjects which the individual teacher-trainee may be deficient, or to the practice of Cosmetology (90 hours).

Course Goals/Objectives:
Junior instructor training is intended to qualify the student to teach all phases of Cosmetology, and to also prepare the junior instructor for the Arkansas State Board of Cosmetology licensing examination.


Content of Units of Instruction:
I.  1st Term 10 Credits (300 Hours)

A.  INS 1 Introduction to Teaching Skills 1 Credit (30 hours)
        1.        Teaching of Theory and Practical Operations
        2.        Selecting subject matter for class lecture
        3.        Preparing class lecture
        4.        Conducting Review of subject taught
        5.        Preparing and grading examinations


B.  INS 2 Teaching Skills and Presentation Techniques I 2 Credits (60 hours)

1. Junior instructors will begin mastering the practical teaching skills needed to facilitate Cosmetology training.
2. Junior instructors will attend classes, both lecture and lecture/demonstration, conducted by a licensed Instructor to observe teaching methods utilized.

C.  INS 3 Teaching Skills and Presentation Techniques II 2 Credits (60 hours)

1. Junior instructors will continue mastering the practical teaching skills needed to facilitate Cosmetology training.
2. Junior instructors will continue attending classes, both lecture and lecture/demonstration, conducted by a licensed Instructor to observe teaching methods utilized.

D.  INS P-10 Junior Instructor Practicum 5 Credits (150 hours)

1. Junior instructors will begin conducting lecture and lecture/demonstration classes under the direct supervision of a licensed instructor.
2. Junior instructors will begin assisting Cosmetology students with practical exercises under the direct supervision of a licensed Instructor.
3. Junior instructors will study and practice the correct methods of maintaining student records.

II. 2nd Term 10 Credits (300 hours)

A.  INS 4 Teaching Skills 1 Credit (30 hours)

1. Junior instructors will cover the methods used to both teach and demonstrate practical operations associated with Cosmetology training.
2. Junior instructors will be evaluated by a licensed instructor regarding practical skills needed to adequately train Cosmetology students; at this time any areas that have not been mastered will be addressed.

B.  INS 5 Advanced Teaching Skills and Presentation Techniques 2 Credits (60 Hours)

1. Junior instructors will continue observing licensed Instructors facilitate lecture and lecture/demonstration classes focusing on methods used and presentation of the material.
2. Junior instructors will prepare and present a complete lesson plan to the Supervisory Instructor for evaluation.

C.  INS P-11 Senior Teaching Practicum 7 Credits (210 hours)

1. Junior instructors will continue facilitating lecture and lecture/demonstration classes under direct supervision of a licensed Instructor.
2. Junior instructors will continue assisting Cosmetology students with practical exercises under direct supervision of a licensed Instructor.
3. Junior instructors will continue their study and practice of the correct methods of maintaining student records.

Instructional Methods:
The teaching methods utilized to facilitate Junior instructor training includes, but are not limited to:  lecture, and lecture/demonstration incorporating various teaching aids to increase student comprehension.

Grading Procedures:
Students will be evaluated throughout the course using a variety of tests. A written evaluation will be given upon completion of each theoretical chapter.  A numerical grade will be calculated and a letter grade will be assigned.  The assignment is as follows:
95-100 =A
85-94   =B
75-84   =C
74 and Below = Failure

Practical evaluations will be given upon completion of practical exercises. There will also be an evaluation given at the end of each term.  A numerical grade will be calculated based on the accuracy of completed tasks.

Consumer Information

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Median Loan Debt 

Title IV $7,962.  Other $0.

Program Costs

Tuition and Fees  $7,600     

Books and Supplies  $ 1,800.

Other Expenses

The following are to be used as a guide to help you in considering your education and are not paid to our school and are not paid by the student or parent.

Not Living with Parents, Full Time:  Room and Board $3,600. Misc. $1,125.

Living with Parents, Full Time:  Room and Board $1,300. Misc. $925.