Designing the Cosmetology Curriculum

DACUM Method for designing a curriculum for Cosmetology which allows for employer and high performing stylist input. DACUM is an acronym for developing a curriculum. It is a one or two day storyboarding process that provides a picture of what the worker does in terms of duties, tasks, knowledge, skills, traits and in some cases the tools the worker uses. The information is presented in graphic chart form and can include information on critical and frequently performed tasks and the training needs of workers. For additional information on DACUM, contact the training resource center at: http://www.trc.eku.edu.
Date:
2012-01
Primary Material Type:
Development Tool
Institution:
Raritan Valley Community College
Funding Source:
TAACCCT Round 1
Subjects:
Cosmetology, Hairstylist, Barber, Hairdresser

Industry / Occupation

Industry Partner:
Beyond the Fringe Hair Designs, Changes by Linda, Gaetano's Hair Salon, Hair Plus the Salon, Icon Hair Studios, Supercuts
Industry Sector:
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services -- Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541)
Occupation:
Personal Care and Service Occupations -- Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists (39-5012)

Education / Instructional Information

Instructional Program:
Personal and Culinary Services (12)
Credit Type:
  • Non-Credit
Credential Type:
  • Credential
Educational Level of Materials:
  • 1st year Community College or equivalent
Time Required:
10 months to 1 year
Language:
English (United States)
Interactivity Type:
Mix of Active and Presentation.
Quality Rubric:
Other
Quality Note:
Successful completion of the state licensing exam and job placements.
Quality of Subject Matter was assured by:
  • Consultations during development of instructional materials
  • Participation as an ongoing member of team developing the instructional materials
  • Conducting an evaluation of the instructional materials and providing a report
  • Using an approved rubric to conduct the evaluation of the instructional materials and providing a report
  • Other
Quality of Online/Hybrid Course Design assured by:
  • None
Course Note:
Cosmetology

Accessibility

Copyright / Licensing

Primary License:
Creative Commons License
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