Fundamentals: Cosmetology Complete Book Set

PLEASE READ: Digital seat is not included. If you attend a school that uses the Pivot Point Fundamentals curriculum, please contact your school for student pricing. 

ISBN: 978-1-940593-59-3 

The Pivot Point Fundamentals: Cosmetology curriculum is a comprehensive beauty education library that is designed for learners. The program helps them pass the licensure test to become salon-ready, professional cosmetologists. Students will be able to transform the information they need into learning that deepens meaning and relevance.

Learners will explore 13 areas of study, containing 106 theory lessons and 68 workshops.

1. LEARNER-CENTERED // 

Progressive Design in a Magazine-Style Layout 

• Invites the learner to learn
• Eases reading burden with streamlined text
• Expands understanding with carefully crafted words to say more, with less
• Communicates remembered messages with large, stunning visuals

Social Collaboration Exercises

• Promotes a culture or community of belonging
• Encourages learners to “speak up” about learning topics
• Increases interaction and engagement
• Makes sharing information easier

2. INDUSTRY-RELEVANT // 

Industry Connection Sideboards 

• Prepares learners for the “real world”
• Makes important, what’s important
• Helps keep the future in mind

Expanded Care and Safety Section 

• Builds awareness of clients and expectations in the shop
• Refines workplace skills

Life Skills Feature Professional Skills

• Teaches resilience, commitment and persistence that help build sustainable careers
• Focuses attention on respect and integrity

Pivot Point Fundamentals: Cosmetology Coursebook

Takes learners through theory and workshops to prepare for and successfully complete the written and practical licensure exams to gain entry-level salon employment. It presents information in an easy-to-read, learner-friendly format, providing students with a lifetime reference for fundamental areas of cosmetology.

Pivot Point Fundamentals: Cosmetology Study Guide

Study buddy companion workbook where learners rewrite the coursebook in their own words, improve retention and deepen understanding of the fundamental principles of cosmetology. Here, students are encouraged to write or draw their thoughts and transform what they’re learning into ideas that make sense to them.

A notetaking system called SmartNotes provides students with a method to manage, personalize and prioritize the information they’re learning. Lesson Challenges offer the opportunity to display knowledge and comprehension of the lesson afterward.

Pivot Point Fundamentals: Cosmetology Exam Prep Book

Small but powerful print tool designed to prepare learners directly for the licensure exam. Comprised of 17 practice tests subdivided by subject, with more than 1,000 questions, and a final exam, this valuable guide helps them identify what they know and still need to know. The prep book closely mimics the professional licensure exams and uses similar industry terminology and styles to better prepare test-takers.

The exam prep also contains a final exam of 100 questions covering the entire coursebook and answer keys for all tests in the back of the book. In addition, a section titled “Did You Know?” provides summary statements organized by practice tests that incorporate the correct answer to every question, providing a great source for reviewing key points.