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Course Name: Cosmetic Applications (BSPA 202)

Academic Period: 2024 - 2025

Faculty:


Faculty Availability:

Associate Dean:
Bruce Sinclair
bruce.sinclair@humber.ca

Schedule Type Code:

Land Acknowledgement

Humber College is located within the traditional and treaty lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit. Known as Adoobiigok [A-doe-bee-goke], the “Place of the Alders” in Michi Saagiig [Mi-Chee Saw-Geeg] language, the region is uniquely situated along Humber River Watershed, which historically provided an integral connection for Anishinaabe [Ah-nish-nah-bay], Haudenosaunee [Hoeden-no-shownee], and Wendat [Wine-Dot] peoples between the Ontario Lakeshore and the Lake Simcoe/Georgian Bay regions. Now home to people of numerous nations, Adoobiigok continues to provide a vital source of interconnection for all.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Humber College and the University of Guelph-Humber (Humber) are leaders in providing a learning, working and living environment that recognizes and values equity, diversity and inclusion in all its programs and services. Humber commits to reflect the diversity of the communities the College serves. Students, faculty, support and administrative staff feel a sense of belonging and have opportunities to be their authentic selves.

Faculty or Department Longo Faculty of Business
Program(s)
Esthetician/Spa Management (20871)
Course Name: Cosmetic Applications (BSPA 202)
Pre-Requisites none
Co-Requisites none
Pre-Requisites for none
Equates none
Restrictions none
Credit Value 3
Total Course Hours 42
Developed By: Prepared By: Approved by:
Bruce Sinclair

Humber Learning Outcomes (HLOs) in this course.

The HLOs are a cross-institutional learning outcomes strategy aimed at equipping Humber graduates with the employability skills, mindsets, and values they need to succeed in the future of work. To explore all the HLOs, please consult the Humber Learning Outcomes framework.

  • A white tree with roots, branches, and leaves appearing in an orange and green circleEquity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
  • A white butterlfy flying into the centre of a blue circleSustainability
  • A white beaver appearing in a purple circleSystems Thinking
  • A white canoe rowing into a red circleCritical Thinking
  • A white bee walking towards the centre of an orange circleCollaboration
  • A white howling coyote in a green circleCommunication
  • A white sun spinning into an orange circleInnovation
  • Multiple white clouds appearing, then 1 remains in a blue circleLeadership
  • A white soaring eagle flying into the centre of a blue circleProfessionalism
  • A white beaver falling from the top of a purple and yellow circle to the centre of the circleStrategic Problem-Solving

Course Description

This course has been designed to demonstrate the importance of using professional tools and colour in the application of cosmetics to achieve the desired results. Through demonstration and practical assessment, students will have an opportunity to familiarize themselves with cosmetic and skincare ingredients learned in Professional Skin Care and practical skills of correctional make-up techniques, including colour theories and relationships of symmetry in face, brow, eye and lip applications.

Course Rationale

This course builds on the foundation for the practical skill of cosmetic application. As well, it familiarizes the community of learners with the tools of the trade.

Program Outcomes Emphasized in this Course

Esthetician/Spa Management (20871)

  1. Perform a variety of specialized body and skin care treatments following correct procedures and precautions and supporting client needs (including and not limited to facials, manicures, pedicures, hair removal, and make up applications).
  2. Use a range of specialized equipment and products, in compliance with established national, provincial, industry, and other related standards, regulations, policies, and procedures.
  3. Apply relevant knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and histology to the provision of specialized esthetic treatments and services.
  4. Adhere to health, safety, sanitation, and infection and prevention control guidelines, according to current legislation and national, provincial, municipal, and industry standards and regulations.
  5. Identify business skills and activities required for the successful establishment and operation of a small esthetic business in a salon or spa environment.
  6. Select and recommend the use of esthetic products and product ingredients to clients, taking into account health status and identified needs.
  7. Establish and maintain professional relationships in adherence to standards and ethics associated with the profession.
  8. Develop customer service strategies that meet and adapt to individual needs and expectations in accordance with professional standards and ethics.

Course Learning Method(s)

  • Group or Team Work
  • Cooperative Learning

Course Learning Outcomes (CLO)

Learning Outcome Learning Objectives Summative Assessments Formative Assessments
Identify various make up brushes/tools required to complete a make-up application.
  • Practical Assessment 1
  • Final Practical Assessment
  • Practical Assessment 2
  • Group Assignment
  • Critical Discourse & Practical Application
    Assess personal colour skin tones to choose appropriate products for practical application.
    • Practical Assessment 1
    • Final Practical Assessment
    • Practical Assessment 2
    • Group Assignment
    • Critical Discourse & Practical Application
      Demonstrate how to use highlighting and contouring to correct and enhance the various face shapes.
      • Practical Assessment 1
      • Final Practical Assessment
      • Practical Assessment 2
      • Group Assignment
      • Critical Discourse & Practical Application
        Demonstrate the ability to apply colour cosmetics using corrective make-up techniques for the various face shapes, brows, eyes and lips, to a level of expertise.
        • Practical Assessment 1
        • Final Practical Assessment
        • Practical Assessment 2
        • Group Assignment
        • Critical Discourse & Practical Application
          Demonstrate an acceptable level of professionalism by being on-time for all classes, participating in all class activities (individual and group), showing respect for the opinion of others and completing and submitting all assignments by the due dates in the prescribed manner.
          • Practical Assessment 1
          • Final Practical Assessment
          • Practical Assessment 2
          • Group Assignment
          • Critical Discourse & Practical Application
            Apply disinfection and sanitization practices according to Toronto Public Health Safety Standards and the body safe program.
            • Practical Assessment 1
            • Final Practical Assessment
            • Practical Assessment 2
            • Group Assignment
            • Critical Discourse & Practical Application

              Assessment Weighting

              Assessment Weight
              Group Project
                  Group Assignment 15%
              Practical Exam
                  Final Practical Assessment 40%
              Demonstration
                  Practical Assessment 1 15%
                  Practical Assessment 2 15%
                  Critical Discourse & Practical Application 15%
              Total 100%

              Modules of Study

              Module Course Learning Outcomes Resources Assessments
              Introduction • Review course outline • Class expectations • Description of required materials • Kit distribution
              • Identify various make up brushes/tools required to complete a make-up application.
              • Demonstrate an acceptable level of professionalism by being on-time for all classes, participating in all class activities (individual and group), showing respect for the opinion of others and completing and submitting all assignments by the due dates in the prescribed manner.

              Makeup kit

              • Critical Discourse & Practical Application
              Tools of the Trade • Hygiene and sanitation at the work station • Station set up • Caring for your brushes
              • Identify various make up brushes/tools required to complete a make-up application.
              • Demonstrate an acceptable level of professionalism by being on-time for all classes, participating in all class activities (individual and group), showing respect for the opinion of others and completing and submitting all assignments by the due dates in the prescribed manner.
              • Apply disinfection and sanitization practices according to Toronto Public Health Safety Standards and the body safe program.

              Makeup Kit

              Required Resources Provided by Instructor

              Photo References

              • Critical Discourse & Practical Application
              The Skin • The skin’s undertone - cool and warm • Preparing the skin • Matching the skin- concealer and foundation choices • Corrective techniques • Powder Finish
              • Identify various make up brushes/tools required to complete a make-up application.
              • Assess personal colour skin tones to choose appropriate products for practical application.
              • Demonstrate how to use highlighting and contouring to correct and enhance the various face shapes.
              • Demonstrate the ability to apply colour cosmetics using corrective make-up techniques for the various face shapes, brows, eyes and lips, to a level of expertise.
              • Demonstrate an acceptable level of professionalism by being on-time for all classes, participating in all class activities (individual and group), showing respect for the opinion of others and completing and submitting all assignments by the due dates in the prescribed manner.
              • Apply disinfection and sanitization practices according to Toronto Public Health Safety Standards and the body safe program.

              Makeup Kit

              Required Resources Provided by Instructor

              Photo References

              • Critical Discourse & Practical Application
              The Face • Shapes • Introduction to cheeks- color choice (warm and cool) • Placement Brows- filling in and creating the shape
              • Identify various make up brushes/tools required to complete a make-up application.
              • Assess personal colour skin tones to choose appropriate products for practical application.
              • Demonstrate how to use highlighting and contouring to correct and enhance the various face shapes.
              • Demonstrate the ability to apply colour cosmetics using corrective make-up techniques for the various face shapes, brows, eyes and lips, to a level of expertise.
              • Demonstrate an acceptable level of professionalism by being on-time for all classes, participating in all class activities (individual and group), showing respect for the opinion of others and completing and submitting all assignments by the due dates in the prescribed manner.
              • Apply disinfection and sanitization practices according to Toronto Public Health Safety Standards and the body safe program.

              Makeup Kit

              Required Resources Provided by Instructor

              Photo References

              • Critical Discourse & Practical Application
              Practical Assessment Perfecting the skin (concealer, foundation, powder - 2 faces )
              • Identify various make up brushes/tools required to complete a make-up application.
              • Assess personal colour skin tones to choose appropriate products for practical application.
              • Demonstrate how to use highlighting and contouring to correct and enhance the various face shapes.
              • Demonstrate the ability to apply colour cosmetics using corrective make-up techniques for the various face shapes, brows, eyes and lips, to a level of expertise.
              • Demonstrate an acceptable level of professionalism by being on-time for all classes, participating in all class activities (individual and group), showing respect for the opinion of others and completing and submitting all assignments by the due dates in the prescribed manner.
              • Apply disinfection and sanitization practices according to Toronto Public Health Safety Standards and the body safe program.
              • Practical Assessment 1
              The Eyes • Eye shapes • Eyeshadow application and color choice • Basic wash of color and highlight • Corrective techniques • Blending the crease • Lining the eyes (using powder eyeshadow) and corrective techniques • Mascara, curling the lashes pencil liner, liquid, gel or cream liners and corrective techniques
              • Identify various make up brushes/tools required to complete a make-up application.
              • Assess personal colour skin tones to choose appropriate products for practical application.
              • Demonstrate how to use highlighting and contouring to correct and enhance the various face shapes.
              • Demonstrate the ability to apply colour cosmetics using corrective make-up techniques for the various face shapes, brows, eyes and lips, to a level of expertise.
              • Demonstrate an acceptable level of professionalism by being on-time for all classes, participating in all class activities (individual and group), showing respect for the opinion of others and completing and submitting all assignments by the due dates in the prescribed manner.
              • Apply disinfection and sanitization practices according to Toronto Public Health Safety Standards and the body safe program.

              Makeup Kit

              Required Resources Provided by Instructor

              Photo References

              • Critical Discourse & Practical Application
              Practical Assessment Skin, brows, cheeks, eyes-highlight and wash of color, soft liner in lash-line, mascara - 2 faces
              • Identify various make up brushes/tools required to complete a make-up application.
              • Assess personal colour skin tones to choose appropriate products for practical application.
              • Demonstrate how to use highlighting and contouring to correct and enhance the various face shapes.
              • Demonstrate the ability to apply colour cosmetics using corrective make-up techniques for the various face shapes, brows, eyes and lips, to a level of expertise.
              • Demonstrate an acceptable level of professionalism by being on-time for all classes, participating in all class activities (individual and group), showing respect for the opinion of others and completing and submitting all assignments by the due dates in the prescribed manner.
              • Apply disinfection and sanitization practices according to Toronto Public Health Safety Standards and the body safe program.
              • Practical Assessment 2
              Lips • Color choice Corrective techniques
              • Identify various make up brushes/tools required to complete a make-up application.
              • Assess personal colour skin tones to choose appropriate products for practical application.
              • Demonstrate how to use highlighting and contouring to correct and enhance the various face shapes.
              • Demonstrate the ability to apply colour cosmetics using corrective make-up techniques for the various face shapes, brows, eyes and lips, to a level of expertise.
              • Demonstrate an acceptable level of professionalism by being on-time for all classes, participating in all class activities (individual and group), showing respect for the opinion of others and completing and submitting all assignments by the due dates in the prescribed manner.
              • Apply disinfection and sanitization practices according to Toronto Public Health Safety Standards and the body safe program.

              Makeup Kit

              Required Resources Provided by Instructor

              Photo References

              • Critical Discourse & Practical Application
              Full Face Application • Smokey eyes • False lashes application -full band False lash application - individual lashes
              • Identify various make up brushes/tools required to complete a make-up application.
              • Assess personal colour skin tones to choose appropriate products for practical application.
              • Demonstrate how to use highlighting and contouring to correct and enhance the various face shapes.
              • Demonstrate the ability to apply colour cosmetics using corrective make-up techniques for the various face shapes, brows, eyes and lips, to a level of expertise.
              • Demonstrate an acceptable level of professionalism by being on-time for all classes, participating in all class activities (individual and group), showing respect for the opinion of others and completing and submitting all assignments by the due dates in the prescribed manner.
              • Apply disinfection and sanitization practices according to Toronto Public Health Safety Standards and the body safe program.

              Makeup Kit

              Required Resources Provided by Instructor

              Photo References

              • Critical Discourse & Practical Application
              Presentations • Full face applications Make-up of the decades
              • Identify various make up brushes/tools required to complete a make-up application.
              • Assess personal colour skin tones to choose appropriate products for practical application.
              • Demonstrate how to use highlighting and contouring to correct and enhance the various face shapes.
              • Demonstrate the ability to apply colour cosmetics using corrective make-up techniques for the various face shapes, brows, eyes and lips, to a level of expertise.
              • Demonstrate an acceptable level of professionalism by being on-time for all classes, participating in all class activities (individual and group), showing respect for the opinion of others and completing and submitting all assignments by the due dates in the prescribed manner.
              • Apply disinfection and sanitization practices according to Toronto Public Health Safety Standards and the body safe program.
              • Group Assignment
              Practical Assessment • Natural full face application Dramatic full face application
              • Identify various make up brushes/tools required to complete a make-up application.
              • Assess personal colour skin tones to choose appropriate products for practical application.
              • Demonstrate how to use highlighting and contouring to correct and enhance the various face shapes.
              • Demonstrate the ability to apply colour cosmetics using corrective make-up techniques for the various face shapes, brows, eyes and lips, to a level of expertise.
              • Demonstrate an acceptable level of professionalism by being on-time for all classes, participating in all class activities (individual and group), showing respect for the opinion of others and completing and submitting all assignments by the due dates in the prescribed manner.
              • Apply disinfection and sanitization practices according to Toronto Public Health Safety Standards and the body safe program.
              • Final Practical Assessment

              Supplemental Resources

              Title ISBN

              Various Magazines including Allure, Vogue, W Magazine

              Resource(s):

              Course material costs can be found through the Humber Bookstore.

              Additional Tools and Equipment

              • Colour Cosmetic Kit (provided) Students will be required to purchase additional supplies to complete their make-up kits.
              • Professional Cosmetic Brushes
              • Additional Cosmetic and Skincare supplies: Skin Care (Cleanser, Toner, Moisturizer) 70% Alcohol, Brush Cleaner, Silicone Mat, Face Towel, Stainless Spatula and Palette, Lash Curler, Q-Tips, Sharpener, Lashes / Glue, and Hand Sanitizer

              Essential Skills

              Section Skills Measurement Details
              Communication
              • Reading
              • Writing
              • Speaking
              • Listening
              • Presenting
              • Visual Literacy
              Teach and measure
              • Through demonstrations and practical assessments and group assignment
              • Assessments and group assignment
              Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
              • Analysing
              • Synthesizing
              • Evaluating
              • Decision-Making
              • Creative and Innovative Thinking
              Teach and measure
              • Through demonstrations, practical assessments and group assignment
              • Assessments and group assignment
              Interpersonal Skills
              • Teamwork
              • Relationship management
              • Conflict resolution
              • Leadership
              • Networking
              Teach and measure
              • Through demonstrations, practical assessments and group assignment
              • Assessments and group assignment
              Information Management
              • Gathering and managing information
              • Selecting and using appropriate tools and technology for a task or project
              • Computer literacy
              • Internet skills
              Teach and measure
              • Through demonstrations, practical assessments, and group assignment
              • Assessments and group assignment
              Personal Skills
              • Managing self
              • Managing change and being flexible and adaptable
              • Engaging in reflective practice
              • Demonstrating personal responsibility
              Teach and measure
              • Through demonstrations, practical assessments, and group assignment
              • Assessments and group assignment

              Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)

              Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) is the formal evaluation and credit-granting process whereby candidates may obtain credits for prior learning. Prior learning includes the knowledge competencies and skills acquired, in both formal and informal ways, outside of post-secondary education. Candidates may have their knowledge, skills and competencies evaluated against the learning outcomes as defined in the course outline. Please review the Assessment Methods Glossary for more information on the Learning Portfolio assessment methods identified below.

              The method(s) that are used to assess prior learning for this course may include:

              • Challenge Exam (results recorded as a % grade and added to student’s CGPA)
              • Learning Portfolio (results reflected as SAT and not added to student’s CGPA)
              • Skills Test
              • Interview

              Please contact the Program Coordinator for more details.

              Academic Regulations

              It is the student's responsibility to be aware of the College Academic Regulations. The Academic Regulations apply to all applicants to Humber and all current students enrolled in any program or course offered by Humber, in any location. Information about academic appeals is found in the Academic Regulations.  

              Anti-Discrimination Statement

              At Humber College, all forms of discrimination and harassment are prohibited. Students and employees have the right to study, live and work in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. If you need assistance on concerns related to discrimination and harassment, please contact the Centre for Human Rights, Equity and Inclusion or the Office of Student Conduct.

              Accessible Learning Services

              Humber strives to create a welcoming environment for all students where equity, diversity and inclusion are paramount. Accessible Learning Services facilitates equal access for students with disabilities by coordinating academic accommodations and services.  Staff in Accessible Learning Services are available by appointment to assess specific needs, provide referrals and arrange appropriate accommodations. If you require academic accommodations, contact:

              Accessible Learning Services

              North Campus: (416) 675-6622 X5090

              Lakeshore Campus: (416) 675-6622 X3331 

              Academic Integrity

              Academic integrity is essentially honesty in all academic endeavors. Academic integrity requires that students avoid all forms of academic misconduct or dishonesty, including plagiarism, cheating on tests or exams or any misrepresentation of academic accomplishment.

              Disclaimer

              While every effort is made by the professor/faculty to cover all material listed in the outline, the order, content, and/or evaluation may change in the event of special circumstances (e.g. time constraints due to inclement weather, sickness, college closure, technology/equipment problems or changes, etc.). In any such case, students will be given appropriate notification in writing, with approval from the Senior Dean (or designate) of the Faculty.

              Copyright

              Copyright is the exclusive legal right given to a creator to reproduce, publish, sell or distribute his/her work. All members of the Humber community are required to comply with Canadian copyright law which governs the reproduction, use and distribution of copyrighted materials. This means that the copying, use and distribution of copyright- protected materials, regardless of format, is subject to certain limits and restrictions. For example, photocopying or scanning an entire textbook is not allowed, nor is distributing a scanned book.

              See the Humber Libraries website for additional information regarding copyright and for details on allowable limits.


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