This section will cover the anatomy and physiology of the integumentary system and two of its appendages: hair and nails. We will explore pH and its effect on skin, hair, and nails.

I - INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM

II - (PH SCALE) POTENTIAL HYDROGEN

III - ANATOMY OF THE SKIN

IV - ANATOMY OF THE HAIR

V - ANATOMY OF THE NAIL

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This section will identify the various types of chemical straighteners/relaxers on the market today and some new technologies. The role of pH and its importance along with neutralization will be discussed.

RELAXER THEORY
PERMING THEORY
PHYSICAL PHASE OF PERMING
CHEMICAL PHASE OF PERMING PROCESSING
NEUTRALIZING
RINSING
PERMING SOLUTIONS

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This section will explore some environmental hazards of the cosmetology industry which, directly affect the beauty professional and their consumers. As beauty professionals we are aware of the potential to be exposed to harmful chemicals. We now know some things to look for to avoid harmful chemicals when reading labels. By spreading the word to your clients about these hidden dangers your services will be valued even greater.

WHAT WE DO KNOW

WHAT WE MAY NOT KNOW

SO WHAT ARE WE EXPOSING OURSELVES TO?

WARNING WARNING!!!

Why you will never find 1.4-DIOXANE on an Ingredient List

How to recognize 1,4-DIOXANE

PHALATES / DON'T RECYCLE

HOW TO RECOGNIZE PHALATES

SPREAD THE WORD!

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In this section we will cover the importance of the Florida Statues Chapter 477, its policies, and procedures as it pertains to the cosmetologist and specialist. Limited portions of Chapter 61G5 will be addresses as well.

477.0132 - Hair braiding, hair wrapping, and body wrapping registration.

477.014 - Qualifications for practice.

477.015 - Board of Cosmetology.

477.019 - Cosmetologists; qualifications; licensure; supervised practice; license renewal; endorsement; continuing education.

477.0201 - Specialty registration; qualifications; registration renewal; endorsement.

477.0263 - Cosmetology services to be performed in licensed salon; exception.

477.0265 - Prohibited acts.

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In this section we will discuss the origin of HIV/AIDS its symptoms and transmission. Preventative measures and testing will be examined as well as other communicable diseases.

1 - What is HIV / HIV vs. AIDS

2 - Origin of HIV

3 - Symptoms of HIV

4 - Transmission of HIV

5 - HIV Testing

6 - Preventing HIV

7 - Treatment of HIV / AIDS

8 - Fllorida Laws Regarding HIV / AIDS

Section 2 - Other communicable diseases

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In this section we will discuss safety measures to be taken in the salon to protect the beauty professional and their consumers with a focus on formaldehyde containing products.

OSHA REGULATIONS

FORMALDEHYDE IN HAIR PRODUCTS

CHEMICALS THAT CAN RELEASE FORMALDEHYDE

HEALTH RISKS FROM FORMALDEHYDE EXPOSURE

PROTECTING SALON WORKER'S HEALTH

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In this section we will cover frequently asked questions and main topics pertaining to the Florida Division of Workers’ Compensation

NEW RULES

CONSUMER SERVICES

STRIKE FORCE

INSURANCE FRAUD

MONEY SERVICE BUSINESS WORKER’S COMP FRAUD WORK GROUP

REPORT FRAUD

PUBLIC ASSISTANCE FRAUD

WORKERS’ COMPENSATION

DETECT ARSON

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In this section we will refresh our knowledge of the types of bacteria and why it is so important to practice good infection control. We will revisit the 3 levels of decontamination and proper disinfectant procedures for common implements and pay homage to some notable pioneers in infection control.

INFECTION CONTROL

BACTERIA

PIONEERS

LEVELS OF INFECTION CONTROL

ITEMS TO BE DISINFECTED

DISINFECTANT PROCEDURE

TYPES OF DISINFECTANTS & EQUIPMENT

PROPER HANDWASHING

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