Florida Cosmetology case studies
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The Florida Cosmetology Licensing Examination is the computer-based testing (CBT) route to a Florida cosmetologist license, the credential that authorizes a person to engage in the practice of cosmetology - the mechanical or chemical treatment of the head, face, and scalp for aesthetic rather than medical purposes - for compensation. The licensing program sits with the Board of Cosmetology under the Department of Business and Professional Regulation. The application pathway for candidates trained in Florida is the Cosmetologist License by Examination Based on Florida Education (COSMO 1); once approved to sit, candidates schedule through the department's examination vendor, Pearson VUE, and can test on a daily basis at sites throughout the world. The exam samples four broad areas: cosmetology practice covering hair, scalp, face, and nail services; sanitation and sterilization; laws and rules; and chemical makeup, environmental issues, OSHA, workers' compensation, and HIV/AIDS. The Florida Cosmetology case studies are 5 cases and about 2,626 words.
1Five-Week Relaxer Touch-Up with an Abraded Scalp
Danielle, a licensed cosmetologist, is asked by Ms. R for a touch-up of her sodium hydroxide relaxer.
583 words, about 3 min2Cloudy Disinfectant, Reused Files, and a Rinsed Pedicure Tub
During a routine inspection at a six-station salon, an inspector observes the following. A quaternary ammonium disinfectant jar labeled hospital-grade is cloudy and contains two combs and a metal shear with their handles protruding above the liquid.
525 words, about 3 min3Expired Salon License, Unlicensed Receptionist, and an Out-of-State Renter
At Glow House, the salon license expired 12 days ago and renewal is pending. The owner, Priya, employs three licensed stylists and rents two chairs to independent booth renters.
477 words, about 2 min4Black Henna, Progressive Color, and a Positive Strand Test
L, brings a packet of black henna body-art paste from a beach vendor and asks for bleach highlights. His hair is dry, brittle, and has a greenish cast at the ends.
515 words, about 3 min5A Cuticle Nick, an Asthmatic Employee, and a Renter's Fracture
At a full-service salon with five W-2 employees and two booth renters, a nail technician nicks a client's cuticle; blood beads. The technician has a small open cut on her thumb and is not wearing gloves.
526 words, about 3 min