Women's Designs	Men's Designs	Esthetics/Facial Demonstration

2008 ALABAMA SkillsUSA

COSMETOLOGY CONTEST INFORMATION

COSMETOLOGY/QUIZ BOWL/NAIL CARE

           

Date	Activity	Time
April 29, 2008	Cosmetology and Men’s Design Orientation Meeting	8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
	Nail Care Orientation Meeting	10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
	Opening General Session	11:00 a.m.
	SkillsUSA Knowledge Test  (ALL CONTESTANTS)	After opening session
	Cosmetology  and State Men’s Design Written Exam  (50)	2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
	Nail Care Written Exam (50 Questions)	2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
	Cosmetology/Men’s Design Oral Communications	3:30 - 6:00 p.m.
	Nail Care Customer Service Presentation	3:30 – 6:00 p.m.
	Cosmetology Quiz Bowl Written Exam	8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
	SkillsUSA Knowledge Test  (ALL CONTESTANTS)	After opening session
	Postsecondary Cosmetology Quiz Bowl	2:30 p.m.
April 30, 2008	Contest Check-in/Set-up	6:45 a.m. – 7:30 a.m.
	Hands-on Contest (will start promptly)	7:30 a.m. – 12:00 noon
	“STATE ONLY” Men’s Hair Design	7:30 a.m. – 12:00 noon
	Parade Finale	12:00 noon
	Secondary Cosmetology Quiz Bowl	8:00 a.m.
	Nail Care Check-in and Set-up	6:45 a.m. – 7:30 a.m.
	Hands-on Contest (will start promptly)	7:30 a.m. – 12:00 noon

 

STATE CONTEST REGULATIONS:

 

·        Contestants must bring a one-page, typewritten resume and business card to the contestant orientation meeting.  A penalty of 5 points will be assessed for failure to submit the required items.

 

• Contestants must bring their supplies/products (all brands acceptable), implements, and an electrical power strip.

 

• Contestants will need three (3) mannequins. 

Two mannequins (one male and one female) will be ordered by the State SkillsUSA Office and delivered to the contest site.  Contestants must use these mannequins.  An invoice will be sent to your school for the Cosmetology fee ($100 per contestant); however, the invoice must be paid by March 15, 2008.  If the contestant drops out of competition after being fully qualified, the Cosmetology Fee must still be paid.

One mannequin and stand must be supplied by the contestant for the Long Hair Design.  The contestant may apply color or highlight to the mannequin prior to arrival at the contest site.  The hair color is optional and is not scored since it is not done at the contest site.

 

·         Contestants must have a Blood Spill Kit for personal use.  You can make your own kit from the following:

 

1 PR	Gloves		2 EA	Q-Tips
1	Antiseptic Spray		2 EA	Band-Aids
1	Styptic Powder		1	Zip Lock Bag

 

SCOPE OF CONTEST:

 

Contestants will demonstrate their ability to perform jobs or skills as determined by the Alabama SkillsUSA Championship contest committee.

 

1.       Long Hair Design

Contestant will be asked to create a long hair design in an upswept (all hair) position of their choice.

·         All styling must be done at contest site.  Points will be deducted for any  pre-set or pre-curled mannequin

·        Any technique may be used (such as braiding, twisting, rolls, loops, etc.).

·        Create a design that is clean, smooth, showing no back combing, and back brushing under the finished style (check that hair pins, bobbie pins, and bands are not exposed).

·        No ornaments, hair pieces, or color spray allowed.

·        Curling irons/hot rollers may be used during the comb-out.

·        Contestants may apply makeup to the mannequin at the contest site during the time allotted for that segment of the contest.  No extra time will be allowed.  Make up application is optional—it is NOT judged.

·        Earrings ONLY may be added once hair design is completed provided it is done within the time frame allowed.

 

2.       Women’s Cut and Design

Contestant must be able to duplicate a uniform layer (90 degree) haircut and design that has been selected by the state contest committee.  See Milady Textbook for 90 degree procedures.

·        Cut will be checked prior to styling.

·        Style will be scored as a completed design.

·        Hair must be styled with hair dryer and fingers ONLY.

·        Contestants may apply makeup to the mannequin at the contest site during the time allotted for that segment of the contest.  No extra time will be allowed.  Make up application is optional—it is NOT judged.

·        Earrings only may be added once hair design is completed provided it is done within the time frame allowed.

 

3.       Women’s Short Cut & Style

Contestant must be able to duplicate the predetermined haircut and style that has been selected by the state contest committee using the electrical and styling tools of choice. 

·         The use of the razor and flat iron will be encouraged.

·         Cut and style will be scored as a completed design. 

·         The mannequin used for the Women’s Cut and Design will also be used for this cut.

 

 

4.   Men’s Cut and Design

Contestant must be able to duplicate the predetermined haircut and style that has been selected by the state technical committee.

·         Cut and style will be scored as a completed design.

 

5.   Communication Skills

Contestant must respond to oral questions demonstrating telephone skills, scheduling appointments, professional product recommendation, etc.

·         100 possible points

 

There will be a parade of contestants with their hairstyles after the judges have completed the scoring.  Pictures can be taken at that time.

 

2008 ALABAMA SkillsUSA

COSMETOLOGY MEN’S DESIGN CONTEST

(STATE ONLY CONTEST)

           

STATE MEN’S DESIGN CONTEST REGULATIONS:

 

·         Contestants must bring a one-page, typewritten resume and business card to the contestant orientation.  A penalty of 5 points will be assessed for failure to submit the required items.

• Contestants must bring their supplies/products (all brands acceptable), implements, and an electrical power strip.

• Contestants will need two (2) mannequins. 

Mannequins and stands (male) will be ordered by the State SkillsUSA Office and delivered to the contest site.  Contestants must use these mannequins.  An invoice will be sent to your school for the cosmetology fee; however, the invoice must be paid by March 15.  If the contestant drops out of competition after being fully qualified, the cosmetology fee must still be paid.

·         Contestants must have a Blood Spill Kit for personal use.  You can make your own kit from the following:

1 PR	Gloves		2 EA	Q-Tips
1	Antiseptic Spray		2 EA	Band-Aids
1	Styptic Powder		1	Zip Lock Bag

 

SCOPE OF CONTEST:

 

Contestants will demonstrate their ability to perform jobs or skills as determined by the Alabama SkillsUSA Championship contest committee.

 

1. Long Hair Cut Design (1 Hour)

Contestant must be able to duplicate a predetermined haircut and style that has been selected by the state contest committee.

1. Cut and style will be scored as a completed design.

2. Any combination of tools - clippers, clipper guards, shears, thinning shears, and razors may be used.

3. Finished look styling aids may be used.

 

2. Mid Length Male Cut Design (45 Minutes)

Contestant must be able to duplicate a predetermined haircut and style that has been selected by the state contest committee.

1. Cut and style will be scored as a completed design.

2. Any combination of tools - clippers, clipper guards, shears, thinning shears, razors may be used.

3. Finished look styling aids may be used.

 

3.      Short Cut – FLAT TOP (45 Minutes)

Contestant must be able to duplicate a predetermined haircut and style that has been selected by the state contest committee.

·         MUST USE CLIPPERS – (guides and clipper combs optional)

 

 

ALABAMA SkillsUSA COSMETOLOGY

ORAL COMMUNICATIONS GUIDELINES

 

 

Time Frame:  2 Minutes or less

 

Purpose:      To increase professional communication skills for new salon stylists.

 

Situation:     A “new” customer calls your salon for “A Hair Cut Appointment”.

 

Directions:    Contestant will answer mock phone call and simulate booking the

                    appointment over the phone.

 

Points:         100 total

 

 

Judges will evaluate contestants on the following criteria:

 

ITEMS EVALUATED	Possible Points	CONTESTANT NUMBER
Used a pleasant voice	11
Identified the salon by name	8
Identified himself/herself	8
Asked for the customer’s first and last name	8
Used the customer’s name at least once during the conversation	8
Got the customer’s phone number	11
Verified the date of the haircut appointment	11
Verified the time of the haircut appointment	8
Asked if the customer needed any other services done	8
Asked if the customer needed directions to the salon	8
Thanked the customer for calling	8
BONUS POINTS:  The “extra-mile” customer service; such as helpfulness, sincerity, friendliness, professionalism	3
TOTAL	100