24 Del. Admin. Code § 5100-4.0

Current through Register Vol. 28, No. 5, November 1, 2024

Section 5100-4.0 - Apprenticeship Curriculum and Supplies

4.1 Cosmetology curriculum. The apprentice teacher is responsible for ensuring that the apprentice completes the following 3,000 hour curriculum.

4.1.1 Sanitation; hygiene, equipment safety: 46 theory hours

4.1.2 Facial massage/treatment; skin care; hair removal; make-up: 50 theory hours; 138.5 practical hours

4.1.3 Haircutting, dressing, curling, pressing; artificial hair: 264 theory hours; 756.5 practical hours

4.1.4 Scalp and hair treatments: 16 theory hours; 4 practical hours

4.1.5 Hair coloring: 96 theory hours; 305 practical hours

4.1.6 Chemical hair restructuring; waving, straightening and relaxing: 54 theory hours; 357 practical hours

4.1.7 Applied chemistry/occupational safety and health administration as related to skin, hair, nails and scalp: 22 theory hours

4.1.8 Applied anatomy, physiology and histology of human head, hands, nails, skins and hair: 56 theory hours

4.1.9 Manicuring/pedicuring: 22 theory hours; 189 practical hours

4.1.10 Artificial nails: 20 theory hours

4.1.11 Industry laws/regulations: 28 theory hours

4.1.12 Theory review: 526 theory hours; 50 practical hours

4.2 Cosmetology apprenticeship supplies. The apprentice teacher shall require that each apprentice has at all times the following basic supplies for the learning of cosmetology. If the supplies are provided by the apprentice teacher, the apprentice teacher may not charge the apprentice more than the fair market value of such supplies.

4.2.1 Alcohol to clean implements

4.2.2 Appropriate disinfection container

4.2.3 Closed container for storage of disinfected implements

4.2.4 Closed container for storage of soiled implements

4.2.5 Closed container for soiled or disposable towels/linens

4.2.6 Closed container/cabinet for clean towels/linens

4.2.7 Mannequin

4.2.8 Basic combs

4.2.9 Scissors/shears and thinning shears

4.2.10 Razor with guard and disposable blades

4.2.11 Brushes

4.2.12 Rollers

4.2.13 Clips

4.2.14 Protective capes

4.2.15 Disposable neck strips, disposable or reusable gloves

4.2.16 Perm rods and end papers

4.2.17 Marcel curling iron/flat iron

4.2.18 Blow dryer

4.2.19 Consumable supplies for all hair services, such as hair shampoo, hair spray, conditioners, etc.

4.2.20 Manicuring kit

4.2.21 Current standard textbook

4.2.22 Workbook

4.2.23 Paper or electronic copy of the current laws, rules and regulations of the Delaware Board of Cosmetology and Barbering

4.3 Barbering curriculum. The apprentice teacher is responsible for ensuring that the apprentice completes the following 3,000 hour curriculum.

4.3.1 History of barbering; industry laws/regulations: 100 theory hours

4.3.2 Professional image: 125 theory hours

4.3.3 Bacteriology: 200 theory hours

4.3.4 Sterilization/sanitation: 190 theory hours; 100 practical hours

4.3.5 Implements/tools/equipment: 100 theory hours; 125 practical hours

4.3.6 Properties/disorders of the skin: 60 theory hours

4.3.7 Hair and scalp treatment: 200 theory hours: 100 practical hours

4.3.8 Facial massage/treatment: 125 theory hours; 40 practical hours

4.3.9 Shaving: 125 theory hours; 50 practical hours

4.3.10 Haircutting: 220 theory hours; 200 practical hours

4.3.11 Mustache/beard design: 90 theory hours

4.3.12 Permanent wave: 140 theory hours; 100 practical hours

4.3.13 Chemical relaxing: 50 theory hours; 60 practical hours

4.3.14 Hair coloring: 100 theory hours; 80 practical hours

4.3.15 Men's hairpieces: 120 theory hours; 40 practical hours

4.3.16 Manicuring: 20 theory hours; 20 practical hours

4.3.17 Electricity/light therapy: 50 theory hours; 30 practical hours

4.3.18 Chemistry: 40 practical hours

4.4 Barbering apprenticeship supplies. The apprentice teacher shall require that each apprentice has at all times the following basic supplies for the learning of barbering. If the supplies are provided by the apprentice teacher, the apprentice teacher may not charge the apprentice more than the fair market value of such supplies.

4.4.1 Mannequin

4.4.2 Bearded mannequin

4.4.3 Brushes

4.4.4 Shears and thinning shears

4.4.5 Straight razor with changeable blades

4.4.6 Mug and shaving brush (nylon disinfect bristles that can disinfected only) and shaving cream

4.4.7 Clippers, guards, trimmers.

4.4.8 Dusting brush (nylon bristles that can be disinfected only)

4.4.9 Neck strips

4.4.10 Hair cloth and clip

4.4.11 Standard current textbook

4.4.12 Workbook

4.4.13 Blowdryer and styling brush

4.4.14 Tweezer

4.4.15 Shampoo cape

4.4.16 Appropriate disinfection container

4.4.17 Ten towels

4.4.18 Closed container for soiled or disposable towels/linens

4.4.19 Closed container/cabinet for clean towels/linens

4.4.20 Alcohol to clean implements

4.4.21 Current paper or electronic copy of the laws, rules and regulations of the Delaware Board of Cosmetology and Barbering

4.5 Nail technology curriculum. The apprentice teacher is responsible for ensuring that the apprentice completes the following 600 hour curriculum.

4.5.1 Sterilization/sanitation: 16 theory hours; 4 practical hours

4.5.2 State laws and job search: 20 theory hours

4.5.3 Manicuring and pedicuring: 80 theory hours; 220 practical hours

4.5.4 Chemicals and chemistry: 40 theory hours

4.5.5 Nail wrapping: 4 theory hours; 10 practical hours

4.5.6 Artificial nail services: 10 theory hours; 176 practical hours

4.5.7 Nail art techniques: 4 theory hours; 16 practical hours

4.6 Nail technology apprenticeship supplies. The apprentice teacher shall require that each apprentice has at all times the following basic supplies for the learning of nail technology. If the supplies are provided by the apprentice teacher, the apprentice teacher may not charge the apprentice more than the fair market value of such supplies.

4.6.1 One nail station and chair with adequate light for every two apprentices

4.6.2 Proper paraffin wax machine and paraffin wax

4.6.3 UV gel light

4.6.4 Appropriate disinfection container

4.6.5 Sealed container for storage of disinfected implements

4.6.6 Supply tray

4.6.7 Finger bowl/manicuring bowl with nail brush

4.6.8 Closed container with cotton

4.6.9 Nail implements (disinfection required)

4.6.9.1 Steel cuticle pusher

4.6.9.2 Metal nail file

4.6.9.3 Manicure scissors

4.6.9.4 Cuticle nippers

4.6.9.5 Acrylic nippers

4.6.9.6 Fingernail clipper

4.6.9.7 Toenail clipper

4.6.9.8 Spatula

4.6.9.9 Tweezers and metal tongs

4.6.10 Nail care supplies (disposable items)

4.6.10.1 Emery boards

4.6.10.2 Nail buffers

4.6.10.3 Orangewood or birchwood sticks

4.6.10.4 Pedicure slippers

4.6.10.5 Toe separators

4.6.11 Nail polish

4.6.11.1 Colored nail enamel

4.6.11.2 Base coat and top coat

4.6.12 Polish remover

4.6.13 Cuticle remover and cuticle oil

4.6.14 Hand cream

4.6.15 Mannequin hand or practice fingers

4.6.16 Materials for acrylic sculptured nails

4.6.17 Pedicure supplies

4.6.17.1 Footbath

4.6.17.2 Antiseptic foot spray

4.6.17.3 Liquid soap

4.6.17.4 Massage lotion

4.6.17.5 Foot file or paddle

4.6.18 Covered container for soiled or disposable towels/linens

4.6.19 Closed container/cabinet for clean towels/linens

4.6.20 Alcohol to clean implements

4.6.21 Current standard text book

4.6.22 One workbook

4.6.23 Current paper or electronic copy of the laws, rules and regulations of the Delaware Board of Cosmetology and Barbering

4.7 Aesthetics curriculum. The apprentice teacher is responsible for ensuring that the apprentice completes the following 1,200 hour curriculum.

4.7.1 Sanitation; hygiene: 50 theory hours; 175 practical hours

4.7.2 Professional practices: 6 theory hours; 14 practical hours

4.7.3 Health and sciences: 130 theory hours

4.7.4 Consultation and record-keeping: 20 theory hours; 60 practical hours

4.7.5 Machines, apparatus and safety: 10 theory hours; 80 practical hours

4.7.6 Skin care procedures: 44 theory hours; 441 practical hours

4.7.7 Makeup: 20 theory hours; 100 practical hours

4.7.8 State laws, job search and business skills: 50 theory hours

4.8 Aesthetics apprenticeship supplies. The apprentice teacher shall require that each apprentice has at all times the following basic supplies for the learning of aesthetics. If the supplies are provided by the apprentice teacher, the apprentice teacher may not charge the apprentice more than the fair market value of such supplies.

4.8.1 One facial table for each two apprentices

4.8.2 UV sanitizer

4.8.3 Tweezers

4.8.4 Comedone extractors

4.8.5 Cleansers

4.8.6 Liquid soap

4.8.7 Skin fresheners (toners)

4.8.8 Astringents

4.8.9 Acids, to include one or more of the following approved peels (alpha hydroxyl aids 3.5 pH or above:

4.8.9.1 Glycolic

4.8.9.2 Sallcylic (beta peel)

4.8.9.3 Mandelic

4.8.9.4 Citric

4.8.9.5 Lactic

4.8.9.6 Azelaic

4.8.10 Moisturizer

4.8.11 Emollient creams

4.8.12 Foundation

4.8.13 Concealer

4.8.14 Blusher

4.8.15 Lipstick and lip color

4.8.16 Powder

4.8.17 Eye shadow

4.8.18 Mascara and mascara wand

4.8.19 Eyeliners

4.8.20 Eyebrow pencils

4.8.21 Eyelashes and adhesives

4.8.22 Professional pencil sharpener

4.8.23 Disposable sponges and applicators

4.8.24 Cotton swab

4.8.25 Round cottons pads

4.8.26 Rectangular rolled cotton

4.8.27 Cotton balls

4.8.28 Wooden spatula

4.8.29 Muslin strips

4.8.30 Disposable gloves

4.8.31 Barbicide 90%

4.3.32 Alcohol to clean implements

4.8.33 Current standard text book

4.8.34 One workbook

4.8.35 Current paper or electronic copy of the laws, rules and regulations of the Delaware Board of Cosmetology and Barbering

4.9 Electrology curriculum. The apprentice teacher is responsible for ensuring that the apprentice completes the following 600 hour curriculum.

4.9.1 Introduction to the field of electrolysis and three accepted methods of permanent hair removal: 30 hours

4.9.2 Integumentary system - histology and trichology of the kind, hair and appendages: 12 hours

4.9.3 Neurology and angiology - study of nerves and vascular system: 12 hours

4.9.4 Endocrinology - study of the endocrine system and related diseases: 12 hours

4.9.5 Biology of hair growth - stages of hair growth: 20 hours

4.9.6 Skin assessments - study effects of specific currents and temporary removal on skin and hair: 40 hours

4.9.7 Blood borne pathogens (Hepatitis, HIV/Aids and universal precautions: 10 hours

4.9.8 Bacteriology and sterilization, microbiology of the skin, safety procedures: 34 hours

4.9.9 Clinic/office management, client relations, communication, professional etics and management issues: 10 hours

4.9.10 Laws, rules and regulations of the Delaware Board of Cosmetology and Barbering: 10 hours

4.9.11 Consultations, oral and written client/practitioner telephone and office consultations: 40 hours

4.9.12 Practice hours, to include but not limited to: coordination skills with probe holder and tweezers/forceps, insertions, sanitation/sterilization procedures, hands-on equipment (electrolysis, thermolysis, blend), client pre/post treatment assessment, general treatment procedures, and consultations: 350 hours

4.9.13 State board exam preparation and review: 10 hours

4.10 Electrology apprenticeship supplies. The apprentice teacher shall require that each apprentice has at all times the basic supplies and materials for the learning of electrology, which shall include a current paper or electronic copy of the laws and rules and regulations of the Delaware Board of Cosmsetology and Barbering. If the supplies are provided by the apprentice teacher, the apprentice teacher may not charge the apprentice more than the fair market value of such supplies.

4.11 Amended regulations pertaining to apprenticeships, as set forth in Sections 3.0 and 4.0, apply to apprenticeships commenced after the effective date of this Regulation.

24 Del. Admin. Code § 5100-4.0

20 DE Reg. 916 (5/1/2017)
26 DE Reg. 1077 (6/1/2023) (Final)