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The Esthetics
Program is divided into two areas: Pre-Clinic Freshmen (250 Clock
Hours), and Clinic Seniors (750 Clock Hours in GA and 500 Clock Hours in
TN).
Pre‑Clinic Freshmen Topics:
Professional
Ethics | Sciences | Business Practices | Spa/Salon
Management | The Facial
Clinic Seniors Topics:
Clinic/Salon Operations | Ethics | Body
Treatments | Use of Machines | Make-up
Applications | Hair
Removal | Advanced Procedures
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
 Professional
Ethics
In this area, instruction is given
that will empower the Student Esthetician to have a positive attitude
towards the profession and understand their role in it. It will also
show how a strong work ethic should incorporate the concerns of the
public. In this section the student is also taught the rules and
regulations that govern their profession and provided with a working
knowledge of Esthetics as a business which will prepare the student to
enter the world of Esthetic employment.
Sciences
The student will gain a theoretical
understanding of the physiology/histology of the skin in order to
provide effective skin analysis to be used as tools to determine
treatment directives, and how specific treatments, procedures and
products affect the skin. It also instructs the student in the purpose
of performing various treatments and helps the student understand
product usage.
Business Practices
Helps the student acquire and apply
sound business practices that will encourage professionalism and enhance
earning potential.
Spa/Salon Management
In this section, the student is
taught to apply principles of management, marketing and customer service
in building and maintaining a client/associate base that contributes to
the profitability of a salon. Subjects to be covered include: Customer
Service, front desk reception, client retention and tracking, business
management, managerial responsibilities and marketing.
THE Facial
Basic facial treatments performed
based on skin analysis will include cleansing, toning, massaging, towel
steaming, applying masques, and moisturizing. Advanced facial
treatments will incorporate the use of chemicals such as glycolic acid.
Theoretical and practical use of electrical apparatus will be covered
upon mastery of other facial procedures.
Body Treatments
In this section, the student will
learn massage techniques and manipulations that are used in esthetic
treatments for the hands, feet, and back. It will include a thorough
understanding of body wraps, body polishing, cellulite treatments and
detoxification treatments, as well as aromatherapy (theoretical and
practical use of essential oils to enhance treatments) and reflexology
(massage to the feet and hands used to relieve and release stress in
body organs). Students will receive certification in reflexology.
Make-up Applications
This section teaches the theory of
color in preparation, selection and application of cosmetics.
Hair Removal
This course instructs the student in
the theory and practice of hair removal and its techniques.
Advanced Procedures
In this section, basic theoretical
and practical principles are incorporated to introduce the student to
advanced procedures including: Advanced Skin Analysis, Serums and
Botanical treatments for advanced skin care, Medical Esthetics (patient
psychology, medical terminology and charting, pre and post operative
therapy), and clinical sanitation and sterilization. |
