Students will be able to: apply techniques to ensure client safety and protection; identify and demonstrate the three levels of decontamination/disinfection; identify concepts of salon ecology/bacteriology; demonstrate appropriate first-aid and workplace safety procedures; select and utilize appropriate Personal Protective Equipment for specific tasks; display knowledge of MSDS information and OSHA regulations; identify scientific components of hair and scalp; identify scientific components of nails; identify scientific components of skin; exhibit basic knowledge of histology, anatomy, and physiology; describe electrical safety regarding UV and other electrotherapy techniques; demonstrate knowledge of pay scales and compensation plans; distinguish types of salon ownership and licensures; display professional client interactions and sales techniques; complete and maintain appropriate client and salon records; apply knowledge of hair care, including shampoos and conditioners; apply knowledge of facial procedures, hair removal, and make-up services; demonstrate knowledge and application of manicuring services, including natural and artificial nail services; demonstrate knowledge and application of pedicuring services; apply knowledge and proficiency of hair coloring, including corrective coloring; apply knowledge and proficiency of hair lightening; apply knowledge and proficiency of chemical hair relaxing, texturizing/waving, and restructuring; apply knowledge and proficiency of various hair cutting or sculpting techniques; apply knowledge and proficiency of various hair styling techniques, including base control (braiding, finger waving); apply understanding of hair enhancement methods and procedures (i.e., wigs, extensions, hair fusions); and apply knowledge and proficiency of various thermal techniques, including hair pressing, blow-drying, and flat ironing. Performance Component: 90-Degree Haircut (19%); Blow Dry, Curl, and Press Hair (23%); Chemical Applications (28%); Manicure (15%); Facial (15%).