Summer Sessions 2019 Course Syllabus Course: CSME-2441- Section: 11 Preparation for the State Licensing Examination

Instructor Information
Instructor	Sherry LeJeune
E-mail	lejeunsl@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6507
Office	Location: Cosmetology - Room: 111 Hours: Monday-Thursday 7:30-8:00 A.M.
Department	Cosmetology Chair: BAIT E-mail: BAIT Phone: BAIT
Course Information
Description	Preparation for the state licensing examination.
Prerequisites	CSME 1501, 1553, 2202, & 1410
Learning Outcomes	1.Practices all and safety measures that protect individual and public health. (PSLO 2) measured by TDLR's requirements pertaining to disinfection, sanitation and sterilization. 2. Demonstrates proficiency in all cosmetology skills.(PSLO 3) measured by Arranging the hair into an up do style. 3. Demonstrates proficiency in all cosmetology skills.(PSLO 3) measured by Unit exam Chapter 16 Braiding. 4. Prepares to take State Board requirements (PSLO 2) measured by TDLR requirements with the state laws. CSLO 1: Assemble practical state board bags with labels according to requirements of the exam. CSLO 2: verify the point system required to make a passing grade. Measured on unit exam week 4. CSLO 3: Memorize and repeat the steps for each state board procedure.
Core Objectives	Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication. * Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions. Teamwork: Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view.
Program Student Learning Outcomes	PSLO ALPHA: Reading skills - Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material. PSLO 1. Shows professional and ethical behavior. SLO 1. Students will show professional and ethical behavior PSLO 2. Practices all sanitary and safety measures that protect individual and public health. SLO 2. Students will practice all sanitary and safety measures that protect individual and public health PSLO 3. Demonstrates proficiency in all cosmetology skills. SLO 3. Students will demonstrate proficiency in all cosmetology skills. PSLO 4. Prepares to pass the state board requirements. SLO 4. Students will prepare to pass the state board requirements.
Textbooks	Milady's Standard Cosmetology Textbook 4th edition, Theory Workbook and Exam Review, and a current TDLR Rules and Regulations Book.
Lecture Topics Outline	Week 1: Universal skills Sheet; Client Services Week 2: Chapter 27; Client Services Chapter Review Questions Week 3: State Board Practical Skills; Client Services Week 4: Chapter 28; Client Services Week 5 Mock State Board Practical Exam & Written Final Exam
Major Assignments Schedule	Week1: Orientation, Attendance, Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB) Cosmetology Practical Information and Clients Monday & Tuesday: State Board Theory; Clients Wednesday & Thursday: State Board Theory; Clients Week 2: Theory, Chapter 27; Practical Skills & Client Services Week 3: Theory - CIB; State Board Practical Skills Prep; Client Services Color and Business Class Week 4: Theory, Chapter 28; Practical Skills & Client Services Keri Lenard: Artificial Nail Class Week 5: Mock Practical State Board & written Final Exam
Final Exam Date	July 8, 2019 - 8:00 AM   Through  July 8, 2019 - 9:00 AM
Grading Scale	90 - 100=A 80 - 89=B 70 - 79=C 60 - 69=D Below 59 = F Students must make a C or better in order to progress in the program.
Determination of Final Grade	Unit Exams - 35% Skills - 30% Special Assignments - 15% Final Exam - 20%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	It is important that you become familiar with the LSC-PA Cosmetology Student Handbook and the Program Policies. It is your responsibility to abide by them at all times. Failure to do so can result in your removal from this program. 1. Students may NOT use their cell phone/smart watch during theory and lab time. Cell phones are not allowed on the lab floor, theory classroom during theory, in your pocket, reception desk, dispensary or supply caddy. When not in use, cell phones should be turned off or on silent. Students may use their cellphones/smart watch on BREAK and BREAK ONLY and in designated areas ONLY. (Theory classroom, break room, gazebo area) 2. Smart watch is NOT allowed during an exam. Violators will receive a ZERO if wearing a smart watch during an exam. 3. Office phones and the front desk phones are off limits to all students unless authorized by an instructor. Cellphone Disciplinary Action 1st offense: A written Notification and 1 Hour off the clock 2nd & additional offenses: A written Notification and half day suspension All students must inform their instructor before clocking out; when leaving the building, going to the car, break or going home for the day. *TDLR mandates that any student enrolled in a cosmetology program must clock out when leaving the facility.* Please Note: Lamar State College is a Smoke Free Campus The following regulations have been adopted by Lamar State College-Port Arthur. 2.1. All campus buildings are designated "smoke free." Included in this designation are all instructional facilities; faculty, staff, and administrative offices; and student services areas. 2.2. Tobacco products include all types of tobacco, cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco, electronic cigarettes, pipes and hookahs. 2.3. The use of all tobacco products is prohibited on campus. 2.4. The sale of tobacco products on campus is prohibited. 2.5. Smoking is prohibited in those campus-owned vehicles that are available for general use. 2.6. As used in this policy, the term "smoking" shall include all of the following: 2.6.1. Carrying or holding a lighted pipe, cigar, cigarette, or any other lighted smoking equipment Or device; 2.6.2. Lighting a pipe, cigar, cigarette, or any other smoking equipment or device; 2.6.3. Emitting or exhaling the smoke of a pipe, cigar, cigarette, or any other smoking equipment Or device. 2.7. The Tobacco Free Workplace Policy applies to college facilities used by off-campus groups as well as college groups. DRESS CODE POLICY Every student must be in uniform before clocking in and remain in uniform at all times. Failure to comply with these requirements will result in the loss of hours and sent home until in compliance with LSCPA cosmetology dress code. The requirements are as follow: 1. SOLID BLACK scrub top and scrub pants, black lab jacket or vest. A black skirt may be worn, below the knee. Scrub pants must be hemmed, (not stapled, pinned, or taped) at least ONE INCH from the floor. Armpits cannot be visible at any time. 2. The uniform must be ironed or wrinkle-free. 3. Approved Lamar Cosmetology t-shirts may be worn with black scrub pants. 4. A long sleeve shirt (any color) may be worn under scrub top. No hoodies. 5. Jewelry - Limit your jewelry for safety, sanitation and practicality. 6. Tennis shoes or workforce shoes must be worn at all times. 7. No hats, caps, wave caps or wrap caps, scarves allowed while on the clock. 8. LSCPA Cosmetology emblem ONLY displayed on your lab jacket or scrub top. 9. All non-compliance jackets MUST be removed before clocking in. 10. Hair must be neat and presentable daily. (Remember you are your biggest advertisement) 11. Nails should be well trimmed and manicured. Artificial nails are acceptable if trimmed to a “practical length”. 12. Uniforms and shoes will be monitored and checked on a regular basis. Dress Code Violation: Failure to comply with these requirements will result in the loss of hours and sent home until in compliance with LSCPA cosmetology dress code. *Upon clocking in, all students must be in their assigned classroom or lab and on task at all times. Any student MIA / not on task for an extend amount of time will be clock
Attendance Policy	Attendance Policy Regular class attendance is important to the attainment 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 accumulate clock hours. In order to fulfill state licensing requirements, and the fact that becoming deficient in clock hours will affect your ability to progress in the program. Students must clock 1500 hours to qualify for the state practical examination. If a student exceeds the required absences in each semester, they will fall short on clock hours for completion of the TDLR required 1500 clock hours. TDLR Rule: 83.72 (j) Responsibilities of the School: (j) Schools using time clocks shall post a sign at the time clock that states the following department requirements: (1) Each student must personally clock in/out for himself/herself. (2) No credit shall be given for any times written in, except in a documented case of time clock failure or other situations approved by the department. (3) If a student is in or out of the facility for lunch, he/she must clock out. (4) Students leaving the facility for any reason, including smoking breaks, must clock out, except when an instructional area on a campus is located outside the approved facility, that area is approved by the department and students are under the supervision of a licensed instructor. As a courtesy, an instructor will make every attempt to open the clock at 7:15 a.m. to allow students the opportunity to make-up additional minutes. Note: This is a courtesy, not a requirement. Students may clock in as soon as the clock is turned on until 8 a.m. Students are tardy at 8:00 a.m. Students who are tardy will not be allowed to clock in until AFTER FIRST BREAK AT 9:45 a.m. Tardy students will be counted absent at 9:46 a.m. A.M. absences may NOT clock until 12:00 p.m., unless authorized by an instructor. Upon clocking in, the student must be on the lab floor on task. Students must clock out for their 30 minute lunch breaks. Students not clocking out for lunch will be in violation and written up along with a 4 hour suspension. Failure to clock in after break or lunch will result in a loss of hours. Each student is assigned a code to clock in; it is your responsibility to clock in and out each day. No student may clock in or out for another. This is considered stealing and both students will be written up and removed from the program. Students are responsible for all materials covered in class. If you quit coming to class and do not officially drop, your grades will be averaged, and you will receive the grade represented by this average. Administrative details are your responsibility (You must officially drop the course). Please Note: There is a 6 limit drop for all college students. Make-up exams will NOT be given. If you miss an exam BECAUSE of an EXCUSED ABSENCE, your lowest Unit Exam grade will be used for the missed exam. Limit of one missed exam per class with an excused absence (excluding the final). Students must be present and clocked in for the final exam. Excused absences include medical and family emergencies and are determined at the instructor's discretion. Written proof from a physician will be required for medical and family emergencies in order to substitute the score for missed exam ONLY. A limit of two (2) doctors excuses for a 160 contact hour course. In reality, there are no excused absences in Cosmetology. TDLR requires that a student can only acquire clock hours if they are under the direction of a licensed Cosmetology instructor and show proof of their clock hours. If you are not in attendance, you will fall short on your hours and education. Students must make every attempt to be on time and in class each day. Break Schedule Monday through Thursday Two 15 minute breaks and a 30-minute lunch break. A.M. Break 9:30-9:45 P.M. Break 2:00-2:15 Lunch Break 11:00-11:30 or 11:30-12:00 Before going on break and /or lunch, work stations and supplies must be cleaned. Cell phones are permitted on break ONLY. While on break, students are permitted the use of their cell phones in designated areas ONLY (theory class, the break room, and gazebo). Students are NOT to leave the campus or go to their car while on the clock and on break without authorization from your instructor. Please Note: Lamar State College is a Smoke Free Campus The following regulations have been adopted by Lamar State College-Port Arthur. 2.1. All campus buildings are designated "smoke free." Included in this designation are all instructional facilities; faculty, staff, and administrative offices; and student services areas. 2.2. Tobacco products include all types of tobacco, cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco, electronic cigarettes, pipes and hookahs. 2.3. The use of all tobacco products is prohibited on campus. 2.4. The sale of tobacco products on campus is prohibited. 2.5. Smoking is prohibited in those campus-owned vehicles that are available for general use. 2.6. As used in this policy, the term "smoking" shall include all of the following: 2.6.1. Carrying or holding a lighted pipe, cigar, cigarette, or any other lighted smoking equipment Or device; 2.6.2. Lighting a pipe, cigar, cigarette, or any other smoking equipment or device; 2.6.3. Emitting or exhaling the smoke of a pipe, cigar, cigarette, or any other smoking equipment Or device. 2.7. The Tobacco Free Workplace Policy applies to college facilities used by off-campus groups As well as college groups. Attendance Disciplinary Action: Students are allowed two (2) days or 4 half days absence. If a student exceeds the required days by a half day or more: 1st Offense: Written notification will be given and the student will loose Half Day of clock time. 2nd Offense: Written notification and the student will lose 5 points off final grade. 3rd offense: Written notification and the student will lose 5 additional points off final grade. 4th (and any additional absences) Written notification and 1 day loss of clock hours. Please Note: In order to fulfill state licensing requirements, and the fact that becoming deficient in clock hours will affect your ability to progress in the program. Students with less than 500 clock hours, will not be allowed to progress in the program ATTENDANCE POLICY Regular class attendance is important to the attainment 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 accumulate clock hours. In order to fulfill state licensing requirements, and the fact that becoming deficient in clock hours will affect your ability to progress in the program. Students must clock 1000 hours to qualify for the cosmetology written examination and 1500 clock hours to be eligible for the cosmetology practical examination. If a student exceeds the required absences in each semester, they will fall short on clock hours for completion of the TDLR required 1500 clock hours. TDLR Rule: 83.72 (j) Responsibilities of the School: (j) Schools using time clocks shall post a sign at the time clock that states the following department requirements: (1) Each student must personally clock in/out for himself/herself. (2) No credit shall be given for any times written in, except in a documented case of time clock failure or other situations approved by the department. (3) If a student is in or out of the facility for lunch, he/she must clock out. (4) Students leaving the facility for any reason, including smoking breaks, must clock out, except when an instructional area on a campus is located outside the approved facility, that area is approved by the department and students are under the supervision of a licensed instructor. As a courtesy, an instructor will make every attempt to open the clock at 7:15 a.m. to allow students the opportunity to make-up additional minutes. Note: This is a courtesy, not a requirement. Students may clock in as soon as the clock is turned on until 8 a.m. Students must be in their assigned classroom by 8 a.m. The clock will not be unlocked after 8 a.m., students will be marked tardy. Students who are tardy will not be allowed to clock in until AFTER FIRST BREAK AT 9:45 a.m. Tardy students will be counted absent at 9:46 a.m. A.M. absences may NOT clock until 12:00 p.m., unless authorized by an instructor. Upon clocking in, the student must be on the lab floor on task. Students must clock out for their 30 minute lunch breaks. Students not clocking out for lunch will be in violation and written up along with a 4 hour suspension. Failure to clock in after break or lunch will result in a loss of hours. Each student is assigned a code to clock in; it is your responsibility to clock in and out each day. No student may clock in or out for another. This is considered stealing and both students will be written up, suspended and/or removed from the program. Students are responsible for all materials covered in class. If you quit coming to class and do not officially drop, your grades will be averaged, and you will receive the grade represented by this average. Administrative details are your responsibility (You must officially drop the course). Please Note: There is a 6 limit drop for all college students. Make-up exams will NOT be given. If you miss an exam BECAUSE of an EXCUSED ABSENCE, your lowest Unit Exam grade will be used for the missed exam. Limit of one missed exam per class with an excused absence (excluding the final). Students must be present and clocked in for the final exam. Excused absences include medical and family emergencies and are determined at the instructor's discretion. Written proof from a physician will be required for medical and family emergencies in order to substitute the score for missed exam ONLY. In reality, there are no excused absences in Cosmetology. TDLR requires that a student can only acquire clock hours if they are under the direction of a licensed Cosmetology instructor and show proof of their clock hours. If you are not in attendance, you will fall short on your hours and education. Students must make every attempt to be on time and in class each day. It's the student's responsibility to make up assignments and any hours missed. Attendance Disciplinary Action: Students are allowed two (2) days or 4 half days absence. If a student exceeds the required days by a half day or more: 1st Offense: Written notification will be given and the student will lose Half Day of clock time. 2nd Offense: Written notification and the student will lose 5 points off final grade. 3rd offense: Written notification and the student will lose 5 additional points off final grade. 4th (and any additional absences) Written notification and 1 day loss of clock hours. .
Academic Honesty	Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
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.
Important Information
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.
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Other	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 It is vitally important that you read, understand and follow the policies of LSC-PA Cosmetology Student Handbook. See your instructor for any additional information
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.