Hair and Aesthetics Grade 10 Courses Offered: TXJ 2O1 Hair and Aesthetics (Open) TXJ201 This course presents hairstyling, make-up, and nail care techniques from a salon/spa perspective. Using materials, processes, and techniques used in the industry, students learn fundamental skills in hairstyling, giving manicures and facials, and providing hair/scalp analyses and treatments. Students will also consider related environmental and societal issues, and will explore secondary and postsecondary pathways leading to careers in the field of hairstyling and aesthetics. Prerequisite: None Unit Overview History of Cosmetology Infection Control in the Salon/Health and Safety Career Exploration in the Salon/Spa Industry Customer Service/Consultation/Communication Skills Environmental Impact of the Salon Industry Structure/Disorders of the Skin Skin Care/Facials Professional Makeup Application/Glamour, Special FX, Fantasy Sun Safety Structure/Disorders of the Nail Manicuring/Gel Polish Structure/Disorders of the Hair Natural/Thermal Styling Techniques Salon Practice/Shampoo and Draping/Product Knowledge Design Process Course Culminating Activity/Independent Study Salon Interview Project (Video, Written Interview, Radio Interview) Final Exam Assessment and Evaluation Methods (May include major evaluations) Pamphlets/Posters and Brochures Role Playing Essay/Presentation Performance Task/Partner Checklist/Observation Media Campaign Assignment Performance Task/Client/Partner Checklist/Observation Demonstration Performance Task/Partner/Client Checklists/Observation Conferencing Checklist Written Format *Formative/Summative Practical Application/Checklist Written Exam
Courses Offered: TXA 3E1, TXH 3E1 Hair and Aesthetics Grade 11 Aesthetics (Workplace Preparation) TXA 3E1 The course has been developed to allow students the opportunity for a specific focus in Aesthetics. Working in a spa team environment, students will explore fundamental aesthetics skills and gain a perspective of common business practices and strategies for a successful career in the spa industry. Students will learn how environmental and societal issues play a role in this fast growing sector. Post-secondary pathways in the aesthetics industry will be explored. Prerequisite: None Health and Safety Infection Control Professionalism, Communication, and Career Development Histology of the Skin, Nail, Hair Environmental Awareness/Organics/Greening of the Spa Industry Alternative Therapies Salon safety, proper disinfection methods, sanitation practices, bacteriology Explore industry norms for professionalism Tour local post-secondary programs, training / education requirements Communication, presentation skills Theory and structure Services and related skills; manicures, pedicures, hair removal, facials and skin care Jaydancin organic skin care/makeup workshop/tour The science of cosmetics Explore the diverse offering of services available in the spa industry through guest speakers, and local alternative therapy practitioner tours Make-up Application Techniques Make-up exploration in the following areas including the design process, application techniques, tools, and theory/skills: theatrical, special effects, fantasy, glamour
Hairstyling (Workplace Preparation) TXH 3E1 The course has been developed to allow students the opportunity to specifically focus on a wide range of hairstyling services. Working in a spa team environment, students will be introduced to fundamental hairstyling skills and begin to develop an understanding of common business practices and strategies for a successful career in the hairstyling industry. Students will gain perspective about the environmental and societal issues surrounding the hairstyling sector. Information about post-secondary pathways, OYAP, Dual Credit and Level One Apprenticeship programs will be introduced. Prerequisite: None Health and Safety Infection Control Professionalism, Communication, and Career Development Histology of the Scalp and Hair Environmental Awareness/Organics/Greening of the Salon Industry Theory and Practical Application of Hair Shaping, Hair Colouring, Thermal and Natural Styling Techniques Salon safety, proper disinfection methods, sanitation practices, bacteriology Explore industry norms for professionalism Tour local post-secondary programs, training / education requirements Theory and structure Disorders of the scalp and hair Types and properties of natural hair Natural lightening Organix Hair colour and Products introduction and guest speaker The science of cosmetics and the impact of the salon industry on our environment and society Introduction to hair cutting techniques, hair colour application, highlighting techniques, thermal tools, special occasion and natural hairstyling techniques. Chemical texturizing theory and exploration Culminating Activity: Mini Makeover, Style Competition, Salon Design
Courses Offered: TXA4E1, TXH4E1 Experiential Learning: TXA4ED, TXH4ED Hair and Aesthetics Grade 12 Aesthetics (Workplace Preparation) TXA4E1 This course has been developed to allow students the opportunity for a focus in Aesthetics. Working in a spa team environment, students will strengthen their fundamental aesthetics skills and develop an understanding of common business practices and strategies for a successful career in the spa industry. Students will also expand their understanding of environmental and societal issues and their knowledge of post-secondary pathways in the aesthetics industry. Prerequisite: TXJ3E1, TXA3E1 Health and Safety Infection Control Professionalism, Communication, and Career Development Histology of the Skin, Nail, Hair Environmental Awareness Organics/Greening of the Spa Industry Alternative Therapies Make-up Application Techniques Salon safety, proper disinfection methods, sanitation practices, bacteriology Explore industry norms for professionalism Tour local post-secondary programs, training / education requirements Practice effective communication and presentation skills Theory, structure, and disorders related to the skin, hair, and nails Services and related skills; manicures, pedicures, hair removal, facials and skin care Jaydancin organic skin care/makeup workshop/tour The science of cosmetics Explore the diverse offering of services available in the spa industry through guest speakers, local spas and alternative therapy practitioner tours Makeup exploration in the following areas including the design process, application techniques, tools, and theory/skills: theatrical, special effects, fantasy, glamour
Hairstyling (Workplace Preparation) TXH4E1 This course has been developed to allow students the opportunity to specifically focus on the hairstyling sector and to explore opportunities such as OYAP, Dual Credit programs, Co-op, and Level One Apprenticeship programs. Working in a salon team environment, students will strengthen their fundamental hairstyling skills and develop an understanding of common business practices and strategies for a successful career in the hairstyling industry. Students will also expand their understanding of environmental and societal issues and their knowledge of post-secondary pathways in the hairstyling industry. Prerequisite: TXJ3E1, TXH3E1 Health and Safety: Infection Control Professionalism, Communication, and Career Development Histology of the Scalp and Hair Environmental Awareness Organics/Greening of the Spa Industry Theory and Practical Application of Hair Shaping, Hair Colouring, Thermal and Natural Styling Techniques Culminating Activity Salon safety, proper disinfection methods, sanitation practices, bacteriology Explore industry norms for professionalism/image Tour local post-secondary programs, training / education requirements Practice effective communication and presentation skills Theory, structure, and growth of hair Disorders of the scalp and hair Types of properties of natural hair Natural lightening Organix Hair colour and products introduction and guest speaker The science of hair cosmetics and the impact of the salon industry on our environment and society 5 basic hair cutting techniques, hair colour application, highlighting techniques, thermal salon equipment, special occasion and natural hairstyling techniques Chemical texturizing theory and exploration Client makeover, Salon Design E-Portfolio Skills Canada- school level hairstyling competition; Winner represents Saunders at the TVDSB competition
Hairstyling (Workplace Preparation) TXH4E2 This double-credit course enables students to develop increased proficiency in a wide range of hairstyling services. Working in a salon environment, students strengthen their fundamental hairstyling skills by offering hairstyling services to our student population and the community at large. Students will develop an understanding of common business practices and customer service strategies in the salon industry. Students will also expand their understanding of environmental and societal issues and their knowledge of postsecondary pathways in the hairstyling sector. This course is designed for students who are interested in all aspects of the salon industry with an emphasis in Hairstyling. Double credit students may take part in Skills Ontario competitions, Co-op courses, SHSM in Arts and Culture, and may be signed as an Ontario Youth Apprentice in the OYAP program. Prerequisite(s): TXH3E1 Health and Safety Customer Service/Salon Consultation Hair Shaping/Barbering Hair Colour Chemistry Hair Colour Services Salon Careers, Business Practices and Industry Topics Hairstyling WHMIS, Salon Infection Control, Bacteriology Communication Skills, Customer Service Techniques, Role Play Scenarios, Consultation, Face Shape Hair Cutting skills for women and men Consultation/Customer Service Colour Theory/Chemistry, Types of Hair colour, Product Knowledge, Colour Formulation, Grey Coverage Techniques for colour application, placement, and highlighting Careers in the Salon Sector, Pathways for Stylists, Current Industry Topics; Greening, Cosmetic Chemicals Salon Operation Current Technique/Trends and Procedures Guest Speakers, Tours, Trade Shows Co-op - Hair and Aesthetics: TXA4ED, TXH4ED *See Experiential Learning Cooperative Education section for more detailed information.