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COSMETOLOGYPURPOSETo evaluate each contestant’s preparation foremployment and to recognize outstandingstudents for excellence and professionalism inthe field of cosmetology.First, download and review the GeneralRegulations at: http://updates.skillsusa.org.ELIGIBILITYOpen to active SkillsUSA members enrolled inprograms with cosmetology as the occupationalobjective.CLOTHING REQUIREMENTClass F: Contest Specific — Cosmetology Official SkillsUSA white dress shirt.Black dress slacks.Black socks or black or skin-tone seamlesshose.Black leather work or dress shoes.Note: A white cosmetology smock can be wornwith the white dress shirt.These regulations refer to clothing items thatare pictured and described at:www.skillsusastore.org. If you have questionsabout clothing or other logo items, call1-888-501-2183.Note: Contestants must wear their officialcontest clothing to the contest orientationmeeting.EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS1. Supplied by the technical committee:a. Shampoo bowls, mirrors and tablesb. Any and all pictures or literature ofstyles, haircuts and technicalsc. First aid kitd. Blood spill kit2. Supplied by the contestant:a. Cutting shearsb. Thinning shearsc. Razor and spare bladed. Clippere. Thermal tools (flat iron and/or curlingironf. Blow dryerg. Styling product(s) of choiceh. Combsi. Brushesj. Spray bottle (filled with water)k. Towell. Hair clipsm. Hair color bowl and brushn. Hair color applicator bottleo. Glovesp. Foilq. Protective creamr. Plastic wraps. Shampoo and conditionert. Coil cottonu. All competitors must create a one-pagerésumé and submit a hard copy to thetechnical committee chair atorientation. Failure to do so will resultin a 10-point penalty.Note: Check the Contest Guidelines and/orthe updates page on the SkillsUSA website:http://updates.skillsusa.org.SCOPE OF THE CONTESTThe contest is defined by industry standards asidentified by SkillsUSA technical committee,which includes Burmax Co. Inc., FantasticSam’s, Marianna, Milady, RegisCorp./Supercuts, SportsClips and Pivot PointInternational.The contest is divided into four separate skillperformance tests and one written examinationand an oral communications competition.Knowledge PerformanceThe contest will include a written knowledgetest of 50 multiple-choice questions assessingknowledge of cosmetology. Contestants willhave 45 minutes to complete the exam.Skill PerformanceAn oral communications test will assesscontestants’ verbal presentation skills. The fourseparate skill performance tests assess skills inhaircutting, hair styling and long-hair design atmultiple performance stations. Creativity is

assessed in the long hair design test, whilehaircutting is tested in the re-creation of onewomen’s and one men’s haircut from aphotograph. The technical skills are assessedthrough a uniform layered haircut.1.41.51.6Contest Guidelines1. The contest rules will be reviewed the daybefore the contest. After the review session,contestants, in their required dress code,will take the oral communications andwritten test. Contestants will then beescorted to the contest site to receive finalinstructions.2. The long hair mannequin will be coloredand judged on site.3. All contestants must keep their work areaclean and organized.4. All contestants must follow sanitation andsafety procedures throughout the contest.5. Professional attitude and communicationare expected throughout the contest.6. Once time is called, contestants must stopworking. Touching the hair of themannequin or model after time is calledwill result in three penalty points.7. Cellphones must be turned off during thecontest.8. For the parade finale, the contestant’sname, school, city, state and advisor will beannounced. Contestants will present theircompleted mannequins to the audience.9. The technical committee will supplymannequins and holders for all areas ofthis contest. If this changes in any givenyear, contestants will be responsible forsupplying their own mannequins andholders.10. For the long hair design station, noornaments or hairpieces are allowed. Noeyelashes are allowed.Standards and CompetenciesCO 1.0 — Long Hair Design: Create a long hair design ofyour choice within a one-hour time period1.1Style hair to produce a range of specialeffects in an upswept position1.2Incorporate applicable techniques suchas braiding, twisting, rolls, loops, etc.1.3Secure hair with hair pins, bobbie pinsand bands as applicableCosmetology, 2021 21.71.8Create a design that is clean, smooth,showing no back combing, and backbrushing under the finished styleCheck that hair pins, bobbie pins andbands are not exposedDemonstrate balance, proportion andform in the finished designShow control of texture and control ofhair direction in the finished designIncorporate current trendsCO 2.0 — Men’s or Women’s Long-Hair Cut and Design:Duplicate a haircut and style that has been selected by thenational technical committee within a 45-minute time period2.1Duplicate the haircut using shears,thinning shears, texturizing shears, razorand/or clippers as needed2.2Duplicate the length, design line andtextured look of the selected cut2.3Duplicate the finished design using blowdryer or thermal tools such as curlingiron, flat iron, etc., as needed2.4Use appropriate styling products toduplicate the selected haircut2.5Duplicate the balance of form, control oftexture and the control of the hairdirectionCO 3.0 — Men’s or Women’s Short Cut and Design:Duplicate a determined haircut and design that has beenselected by the national technical committee within a 45minute time period3.1Duplicate the haircut using shears,thinning shears, texturizing shears, razorand/or clipper, as needed3.2Duplicate the length and design line ofthe selected cut3.3Duplicate the finished design using blowdryer, or thermal tools such as curlingiron, flat iron, etc., as needed3.4Use appropriate styling products toduplicate the selected haircut3.5Duplicate the balance of form, control oftexture and the control of hair directionCO 4.0 — Uniform Layer Haircut (90 Degree) (see drawingat end) Haircut Procedure: Create a uniform layer (90degree) haircut and design with criteria selected by thenational technical committee within a 45-minute timeperiod, styling the hair with hair dryer and fingers only4.1Assemble tools (shears, comb and blowdryer) and prepare station

16Part and clip hair into a four-sectionparting drop hairline guideDrop a ½-inch hairline guide around theentire perimeterEstablish the design length around theback perimeter using a 90 degreeelevationEstablish the design length around thefront perimeter using a 90 degreeelevationCheck to ensure that the front and backperimeter guides are connectedEstablish the same length interior guideat the top of head (apex, crown)Continue cutting interior guideline fromhairline from an established interiorguide at the top of the headContinue cutting interior guideline fromthe established interior guide at the topof the head/apex to the back-hairlineperimeter guideUse vertical partings to blend top guideto design lineMaintain a constant 90-degree elevationthroughout the procedureFollow a traveling guide to maintainuniformly layered lengthsPerform a cross check of procedure foraccuracy and finish if necessaryFinished cut is uniformly blendedBlow hair dry to frame faceClean and organize stationCO 5.0 — Hair color and Highlighting: Demonstrateapplication procedures for hair coloring and/or highlightingon the long hair mannequin design5.1Create a color design using the colorpallet selected by the technical team.You may use any combination of thecolor palette but must apply at least onecolor. You may highlight/color yourmannequin as desired5.2Apply color using either bowl and brushor application5.3Color design must compliment the longhair design5.4Identify the color pattern used bydrawing on a sketch sheet5.5Explain level and tone and their role informulating hair colorCO 6.0 — Communication Skills: Follow oral and writteninstructions, respond to oral questions, and demonstratecustomer service skills by phone in a two-minute simulatedwork scenario6.1Use a pleasant voice6.2Introduce yourself to client6.3Use client’s name6.4Verify client information6.5Offer salon services6.6Ask client if he or she has any questions6.7Rebook client6.8Be friendly, helpful and sincere6.9Ask client if he/she needs directions tothe salon6.10 Verify date and time of haircutappointment6.11 Ask client if he/she has any questions6.12 Thank the client for calling6.13 Be friendly, helpful and sincereCommittee Identified Academic SkillsThe technical committee has identified that thefollowing academic skills are embedded in thiscontest.Math Skills Use fractions to solve practical problems. Use proportions and ratios to solvepractical problems. Solve practical problems involvingpercents. Measure angles. Find volume and surface area of threedimensional objects.Cosmetology, 2021 3

Apply transformations (rotate or turn,reflect or flip, translate or slide, and dilateor scale) to geometric figures.Construct three-dimensional models.Make predictions using knowledge ofprobability.Solve problems using proportions, formulasand functions.Use basic math skills for purpose ofmarketing and bookkeeping; addition,subtraction, multiplication, division andpercentages.Science Skills Describe and recognize elements,compounds, mixtures, acids, bases andsalts. Describe and recognize solids, liquids andgases. Describe characteristics of types of matterbased on physical and chemical properties. Use knowledge of physical properties(shape, density, solubility, odor, meltingpoint, boiling point, color). Use knowledge of chemical properties(acidity, basicity, combustibility, reactivity). Describe and demonstrate simplecompounds (formulas and the nature ofbonding). Predict chemical changes to matter (typesof reactions, reactants and products; andbalanced equations). Use knowledge of potential and kineticenergy. Use knowledge of mechanical, chemicaland electrical energy. Use knowledge of heat, light and soundenergy. Use knowledge of temperature scales, heatand heat transfer. Use knowledge of the nature andtechnological applications of light. Use knowledge of simple machines,compound machines, powered vehicles,rockets and restraining devices. Use knowledge of principles of electricityand magnetism. Use knowledge of static electricity, currentelectricity and circuits.Cosmetology, 2021 4Language Arts Skills Demonstrate use of such verbalcommunication skills as word choice, pitch,feeling, tone and voice. Demonstrate use of such nonverbalcommunication skills as eye contact,posture, and gestures using interviewingtechniques to gain information. Demonstrate comprehension of a variety ofinformational texts. Use text structures to aid comprehension. Understand source, viewpoint and purposeof texts. Demonstrate knowledge of appropriatereference materials. Use print, electronic databases and onlineresources to access information in booksand articles.Connections to National StandardsState-level academic curriculum specialistsidentified the following connections to nationalacademic standards.Math Standards Geometry. Measurement. Problem solving. Communication. Connections. Representation.Source: NCTM Principles and Standards for SchoolMathematics. For more information, visit:http://www.nctm.org.Science Standards Understands the principles of heredity andrelated concepts. Understands relationships amongorganisms and their physical environment. Understands the nature of scientific inquiry.Source: McREL compendium of national science standards. Toview and search the compendium, e Arts Standards Students apply a wide range of strategies tocomprehend, interpret, evaluate andappreciate texts. They draw on their priorexperience, their interactions with other