Spring 2024 Course Syllabus
Course: CSME-1447 (Section: 1H, CRN: 10268)
Principles of Facial and Skin Care
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Instructor Information
Instructor Helen Fonteno
Email fontenohy@lamarpa.edu
Phone (409) 984-6409
Office Cosmetology - Room: 115A
Office Hours M - W 2-4pm.  F 8:30am-12:00pm.
Additional Contact Information none
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.

Required Textbook Milady's Standard Cosmetology Text book 2016, Theory Workbook an Exam Review.  TDLR Rules and Regulations book
Additional Materials/Resources none
Corequisites/Prerequisites CSME 1310, 1401, 1453 & 2302 ( first semester) Must have a passing grade ( C or better) in order to take CSME 1447, 2251, 2410 & 2401.
Learning Outcomes Define terminology related to the skin, products and treatments: demonstrate applications related to skin care and cosmetics: practice safety and sanitation according to the laws and rules of the state licensing agency: and exhibit workplace competencies in skin care and cosmetics.
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 Orientation, syllabus review
Fluids of the skin
Nerves
Head drape
Bed drape
Glands of the skin
Nutrition
Disorders
Facial Massage
Pigment disorders
Melanin
Skin analysis
European facial
Skin care products 
Light therapy
Aromatherapy in basic facials
Major Assignments Schedule Week 1: Course Introduction, syllabus review,  Blackboard Ultra
Week 2: Anatomy of the skin
Week 3: Quiz
Week 4 Exam 1
Week 5: Nerves of the skin, head and bed drape
Week 6: Quiz
Week 7: Quiz
Week 8: Exam 2
Week 9: Nutrition and skin health, Disorder an diseases, Inflammations and infections of the skin
Week 10: Quiz
Week 11: Quiz
Week 12: Exam 3
Week 13: Pigment Disorders, Sebaceous and Sudoriferous Glands, Skin cancer
Week 14: Quiz
Week 15: Exam 4 and final review
Week 16: Final
Final Exam Date May 6, 2024 - 9:00 AM   Through  May 6, 2024 - 10:00 AM
Grading Scale  90 - 100=A 80 - 89=B  70 - 79=C   60 - 69=D  Below 59 = F
Determination of
Final Grade
Exams and Attendance 30%  Skills 40%,  Special Assignments 10%  Final Exam 20%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies I will not discuss your grades over the phone or by email.  If you want to discuss your grades. you must come to my office in person
Attendance Policy Consistent class attendance is important to the achievement of the educational objectives of the college.  The cosmetology program has formulated an attendance policy that is consistent with the objectives of the program and the needs of the student to fulfill all the necessary requirements needed.
Additional Information none
Institutional Policies
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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 the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. 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:Sheila Guillot
Email:guillsr@lamarpa.edu
Phone:(409) 984-6381