Surviving Cosmetology Inspections and Reporting Putting the Puzzle Together

Sadly …… None of us are experts Educators need to lean on each other for support.

It is a huge puzzle with many pieces… Ohio State Board of Cosmetology, ODE, OBR, Administration, Accreditors, Students, Parents etc….

There are times when we feel pulled in so many different directions

We just need a friend at times

Know what is expected of you Tips to be successful Know what is expected of you Run inspection drills Keep it clean Communicate with administrators Stay educated Be as organized as possible Be proactive Brief your students Be calm

Create an Inspection Binder Binder should include; Monthly Reports Discontinuances Field Trip Email Sign in sheets Bell schedule Approved Curriculum Lab Competencies Theory Competencies Human trafficking Certification Test samples Sample Lab Rubrics

Always Document When corresponding with the Board The problem The date To whom you spoke The solution they gave you

Set up a support network Join an Ohio Career Cosmetology Teacher Association Use your advisory committee. Go to any and all meetings Initiate/ maintain relationships with Salon Owners

Hour Reduction and Curriculum Senate bill 129 Hour Reduction and Curriculum A. The Bill redefines the curriculum and hour requirements of all cosmetology curriculums. Cosmetology will now be reduced to 1000 hours, Hair Design to 600 hours, Esthetics to 300 hours, Manicuring to 100 hours. This piece is based on data that is based on state hour requirements nationally. The study collected and studied data on students earning potential and the required hours. The data supports a reduction of hours.

Senate Bill 129 B. The Bill defines and increases the option for incorporating distance learning options for the purpose of obtaining hours. This is essential for providing students flexibility in program completion and helping students to develop 21st century learning skills.

d. Eliminates the Advanced Licensure from all cosmetology disciplines. Senate Bill 129 c. The Bill adds shaving the face with a disposable safety razor to the scope of cosmetology. d. Eliminates the Advanced Licensure from all cosmetology disciplines. E. Redefines the natural hairstylist scope of practice and removes licensure requirement. This would now require Boutique service registration instead.

Instructor Requirements Senate bill 129 Instructor Requirements A. In addition to the examination component added in SB 213 the proposed bill will add a requirement that all applicants who apply for instructor licensure have at least five years of work experience. The work experience component would not be a change for current career technical school requirements. .

Senate Bill 129 Examination A. Cosmetology students will now be able to test prior to the completion of the program by completing a required amount of hours. Cosmetology students may test after obtaining 800 hours, Hair Design 400 hours, Esthetics 150 hours and manicurist 50 hours. Upon program completion and submittal of documentation students may apply for licensure. Current proposal accounts for written examination to be taken early, would like to see the practical added also. This will help with exam scheduling, eliminate stress on student, and keep students accountability and motivation to finish the program.

Senate Bill 129 Apprenticeships A. The Bill defines apprenticeships and provides an outline for how paid apprenticeships can offer alternative educational options for students.

1000 CLOCK HOURS TRAINING REQUIREMENT 25% 100 CLOCK HOURS   THEORY LAB TOPIC 25% 75% 12.50 37.50 Professional and Business Development 17.50 52.50 General Science 18.75 56.25 Shampoo, Rinse, and Scalp Treatments 112.50 Texture Services Training 43.75 131.25 Hair Coloring Training Hair Styling and Design Training Hair Cutting Training 16.25 48.75 Nail Care Training Skin Care Training 250.00 750.00 TOTAL 100 CLOCK HOURS INTERNSHIP

129’s effect on other programs

Senate Bill 129 Ohiosenate.gov Kris Jordan Charleta Tavares Vernon Sykes Kenny Yuko Cecil Thomas

The OHIO Career Cosmetology Teachers Association (OCCTA) Melinda Williams, President mewilliams@madisonadultcc.org Angela Ramsay, Treasuer ARamsay@wcscc.org

Melinda Williams Madison Adult Career Center 600 Esley Lane Mansfield, Ohio 44905 419-589-6363 ex: 8407 mewilliams@madisonadultcc.org