Fall 2025 Course Syllabus
Course: CSME-1447 (Section: 1H, CRN: 92559)
Principles of Facial and Skin Care
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Instructor Information
Instructor Rikki Solis
Email manninorl@lamarpa.edu
Phone (409) 984-6409
Office Cosmetology - Room: 117
Office Hours Monday - Thursday 8am-9am & 2pm - 4pm
Friday 9am-2pm
Additional Contact Information
Course Information
Description In-depth coverage if the theory and practice of skin care, facials, and cosmetics.
Required Textbooks Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.

Milady Standard Cosmetology 14th Edition Textbook, Milady Foundations Book, Milady Standard Cosmetology Workbook
Additional Materials/Resources Texas Barbers and Cosmetologists Laws and Rules Book (if you have received your copy from TDLR)
Blue, Black, Red ink pens, pencils, highlighter, paper
Corequisites/Prerequisites
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    • CSME 1310 Introduction to Haircutting and Related Theory
    • CSME 1401 Orientation to Cosmetology
    • CSME 1453 Introduction to Chemical Reformation and Related Theory
    • CSME 2343 Salon Development
    Learning Outcomes
    Program Student Learning Outcomes PSLO 1: Model professional and ethical behavior
    PSLO 2: Practices all sanitary and safety measures that protect individual and public health.
    PSLO 3: Demonstrates and instructs proficiency in all cosmetology skills.
    PSLO 4: Prepares to pass State Board Requirements.
    Lecture Topics Outline
    • Infection Control
    • Health and Safety Requirements Review/ Exam
    • Facials - Treatments, Tools, Products
    • Massage Manipulations
    • Hair Removal - Methods of Hair Removal
    • Contraindications
    • Eyelash Extensions
    Major Assignments Schedule **TENTATIVE** All Unit Exam dates, and Assignment due dates will be assigned in class. 
    • Chapter 2 "General Anatomy and Physiology" - Review Questions, Study Packet, Vocabulary Exam, Unit Exam
    • Chapter 3 "Skin Structure and Growth" - Review Questions, Study Packet, Vocabulary Exam, Unit Exam
    • Chapter 4 "Skin Disorders and Diseases" - Review Questions, Study Packet, Vocabulary Exam, Unit Exam
    • Chapter 17 "Hair Removal" - Review Questions, Study Packet, Vocabulary Exam, Unit Exam, 
    • Chapter 18 "Facials" - Review Questions, Study Packet, Vocabulary Exam, Unit Exam
    Final Exam Date December 4, 2025 - 9:30 AM   Through  December 4, 2025 - 3:30 PM
    Grading Scale  90 - 100=A 80 - 89=B  70 - 79=C   60 - 69=D  Below 59 = F
    Determination of
    Final Grade
    Skills/Attendance 35%
    Unit Exams          25%
    Assignments        25%
    Final Exam          15%
    Course Policies
    Instructor Policies
    Attendance Policy ANY MISSED DAYS WILL NEED TO BE MADE UP!

    All absences must be made up before the end of the semester.

    Make Up Days are on Fridays from 9am - 2pm

    Attendance is of the upmost importance. Failure to make up your missed days will result in an Incomplete.
    Additional Information
    Institutional Policies
    MyLSCPA Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA.
    Academic Honesty Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
    ADA Considerations The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Disability Services Coordinator, Room 117, in the Student Sucess Center. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
    COVID 19 Information The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition directly to their local health department. Students should also contact their course faculty to report their quarantine status. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings when directly exposed to COVID 19 in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
    Facility Policies No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
    HB 2504 This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
    Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual.
    Title IX and Sexual Misconduct LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website.
    Clery Act Crime Reporting For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website.

    Grievance / Complaint / Concern If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.
    Department Information
    Cosmetology
    Chair:CASP
    Email:CASP
    Phone:(409) 983-4921