New York Codes, Rules and Regulations
Title 19 - DEPARTMENT OF STATE
Chapter V - Division Of Corporations And State Records
Subchapter A - Hairdressing and Cosmetology
Part 162 - Appearance Enhancement: Curriculum
Section 162.4 - Cosmetology

(a) Scope of curriculum. The educational requirements for cosmetologists shall include the following subjects and the hours assigned to each:

Scope of Curriculum

(b) Subject matter. Each subject shall include a treatment of the topics as set forth herein:

Subject 1

Professional Requirements--24 Hours

* New York State License Requirements

* State and Federal Payroll Requirements

* New York State Sales Tax Requirements

* Career Opportunities and Placement

* Professional Ethics, Conduct and Attitude

* Professional Organizations, Trade Shows and Publications

* View and discuss the mandatory Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Awareness online course

Subject 2

Safety and Health--26 Hours

* New York State Laws, Rules and Regulations

* OSHA Regulations Concerning Hazardous Materials Communications

* Types and Classification of Infection Organisms: Bacteria, Viruses, Molds and Fungus

* Growth and Reproduction of Infectious Organisms

* Infection and Their Prevention

* Immunity and Body Defenses

* Decontamination and Infection Control

* Physical and Chemical Agents

Subject 3

Anatomy and Physiology--15 Hours

* Cells, Tissues and Organs

* Body Systems

* Basic Principles of Nutrition

* Overview of Bones and Muscles of the Head, Arms, Hands, Legs and Feet

Subject 4

Hair Analysis--10 Hours

* Structure

* Growth Patterns

* Texture

* Porosity

* Elasticity

Subject 5

Hair and Scalp Disorders and Diseases--10 Hours

* Dandruff

* Alopecia

* Fungal Infections

* Infestations

* Infections

Subject 6

Chemistry as Applied to Cosmetology--5 Hours

* Forms and Properties of Matter

* Elements, Compounds and Mixtures

* Chemical Reactions and Solutions

* The pH Scale

* FDA Laws Governing Hair Care Products and Product Safety

Subject 7

Shampoos, Rinses, Conditioners and Treatments--30 Hours

* Client Preparation, Analysis and Consultation

* Hair Analysis Instruments and Equipment

* Shampooing Products, Composition and Procedures

* Rinsing Products, Composition and Procedures

* Conditioning Products, Composition and Procedures

* Procedures for Hair and Scalp Disorders

* Scalp Manipulations

Subject 8

Hair Cutting and Shaping--175 Hours

* Fundamentals, Principles and Concepts of Design

* Scissor Haircutting

- Nomenclature and Care of Scissors

- Techniques and Procedures

* Razor Haircutting

- Nomenclature and Care of Razor

- Techniques and Procedures

* Clipper Haircutting

- Nomenclature and Care of Tools

- Techniques and Procedures

* Removal/Trim of Superfluous Hair

* Contemporary and Specialized Haircutting

- Female Styles

- Male Styles

- Children Styles

* Mustache and Beard Shaping

* Shaving

- Dexterity of the Hands and Razor

- Preparation and Procedures

Subject 9

Hair Styling--245 Hours

* Fingerwaving

* Pincurling

* Skipwaving

* Roller Styling

* Patterns in Hairstyling

- Waves, Pin Curls, Rollers and Combinations

* Finishing Techniques

* Twisting, Wrapping, Weaving, Extending, Locking and Braiding

* Traditional Weaving and Styling

* Services in Hairstyling

- Tools and Implements

- Blowdrying

- Thermal Curling

- Hair Pressing

* Hair Pieces

Subject 10

Chemical Restructuring--180 Hours

* Chemistry

* Chemical Restructuring Products

* Client Consultation

* Preliminary Procedure of Chemical Restructuring

* Procedure of Chemical Restructuring

* Corrective Chemical Restructuring

Subject 11

Hair Coloring and Lightening--180 Hours

* Color Theory

* Chemistry

* Preliminary Procedures of Hair Coloring

* Client Consultation

* Hair Coloring Procedures

* Hair Lightening

* Special Effects

* Corrective Procedures

Subject 12

Nail Care and Procedures--40 hours

* Nail Structure

* Nail Disorders and Diseases

* Nail Shape and Color Analysis

* Basic Manicuring and Pedicuring

* Manipulations of the Hand, Arm, Leg and Foot

* Nail Tip Application

- Adhesives

- Fitting, Design and Application

* Nail Wrap Application

- Silk, Fiberglass and Linen Procedures

- Surface Wrapping Natural Nail and Mending

- Tip Overlay Wrapping

- Repair, Maintenance and Removal

* Liquid and Powder Nail Extension

- Application Procedures for Tips With Overlays, Natural Nails and Sculptured Nails

- Repair, Maintenance and Removal

- Chemical Reactions to Liquid and Powder

Subject 13

Skin Care and Procedures--60 Hours

* Structure and Function of the Skin

* Skin Conditions and Disorders

* Facial and Body Procedures

- Client Preparation

- Skin Analysis and Consultation

* Wet and Dry Exfoliations and Applications

* Use of Various Products to Enhance the Appearance of the Skin:

Seaweed, salt, paraffin, mud, ampules, creams, etc.

* Discussion for Further Training Required for Advanced Techniques such as Aromatherapy and Water Therapies

* Temporary Methods of Hair Removal

- Manual Tweezing

- Depilatory Lotion

- Waxing

- Bleaching

* Make-Up Application

- Color Analysis

- Morphology of the Face

- Product Knowledge, Chemistry and Related Composition

- Eyebrow Contouring

- Correction and Contouring

- False Eyelashes

- Further Training Required for Advanced Techniques