Pathfinder Tech

Cosmetology

SKILLS ACQUIRED AT EACH GRADE LEVEL

Grade 9

  • Employability skills/professional skills
  • Safety and sanitation procedures
  • Client consultation
  • Shampooing and conditioning
  • Hairstyling (wet and thermal)
  • Manicuring (paraffin treatments)
  • Braiding
  • Facials
  • Updos
  • Resume writing

Grade 10

  • Facial make-up (day, night, avant garde)
  • Hair removal and waxing
  • Haircutting
  • Pedicuring
  • OSHA 10-Hour General Industry (Cosmetology)
  • Employability skills/professional skills
  • Safety and sanitation procedures

Grade 11

  • Client intake forms
  • Hairmax computer system
  • Razor and clipper cutting
  • Chemical texture services (perms and relaxers)
  • Artificial nail enhancements
  • Anatomy and physiology 
  • Chemistry
  • Hair coloring, foiling, and balayage techniques
  • Advanced haircutting
  • Employability skills/professional skills
  • Safety and sanitation procedures

Grade 12

  • State Board of Cosmetology exam prep
  • Advanced hair coloring techniques
  • Business and salon building
  • Wigs and hair extensions
  • Industry pathways and interviewing
  • Advanced haircutting
  • Employability skills/professional skills
  • Safety and sanitation procedures

Cosmetology

The Pathfinder Tech Cosmetology program is a progressive, technical, three and a half year competitive course where students study all facets of hair, skincare, and nails.  Students apply their interpersonal, technical, professional, and academic skills with support in this increasingly competitive career. Students

experience hands-on learning in a full service salon environment.  After completion of 1000 hours of instruction, students are eligible to take their MA. Cosmetology State Board exam, and instructors assist in job placement. Co-op opportunities are available and encouraged.

NOTEWORTHY PROJECTS
  • Beauty School Battles
  • Senior Salon Building Project
  • Skills USA
  • Color Wheel
  • Skeletal system
  • PH Scale
  • Day of the Dead Project
OPPORTUNITIES FOR INDUSTRY RECOGNIZED CREDENTIALS
  • OSHA 10-Hour General Industry (Cosmetology)
  • Barbicide Certification
  • Eyes on Cancer Certification
  • Domestic Violence Training Certificate
  • MA. Cosmetology State Board Exam
THIS PROGRAM RELIES HEAVILY ON THE FOLLOWING ACADEMIC SKILLS and/or DISCIPLINES
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Chemical formula ratios
  • Geometric shapes and angles
  • Computer skills

POSSIBLE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES UPON COMPLETION OF PROGRAM

Upon graduation:
  • Booth Renter
  • Salon/Spa Owner
  • Nail Technitian
  • Stylist Assistant
  • Stylist
  • Receptionist
  • Beauty Sales Associate
  • Beauty Blogger
  • Make-up Artist
  • State Board Proctor
  • Salon Manager
  • Hair Removal Specialist
  • Cosmetology Board Member
  • Med Spa
After completion of 1-2 years of post-secondary technical training (apprenticeship, certificate program or associate’s degree):
  • Barber
  • Esthetician
  • Medical Esthetician
  • Instructor
  • Platform Artist
  • Artistic Director
  • Celebrity Stylist
After completion of Advanced degree (4 year college degree or higher)
  • DESE Certified Cosmetology Instructor
  • ABCH Certified Colorist 
  • Accredited Cosmetology School Owner

Pathfinder Tech offers a wide range of vocational technical programs that give students a competitive advantage both in college and the workforce. These sixteen programs are designed to help students create and follow pathways to a career of their choice.  Pursue your passion and enjoy your education!

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413-283-9701 Ext. 247
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The Cooperative Education Program at Pathfinder is an optional experience for seniors and juniors (second half of the school year) having a minimum 1,000 hours in their technical area. Through a cooperative arrangement between the school and employer, the student will receive job placement related to their technical area of study during their “shop week” with wages paid by the employer. To be eligible, a student must have the recommendation of their technical program teachers, meet the required grade, attendance, and discipline standards. The student must also have their OSHA 10-hour card. Some technical areas may require additional certifications prior to entering the program.