Skin Esthetics

Course Description:

The primary purpose of the course is to train students in both theory and practical experiences which will prepare them for immediate employment opportunities. The course is particularly directed towards developing desirable habits and attitudes with the respect to health, sanitation and safety which encourages self-reliance, readiness to assist others and an ethical approach to this profession.

Course Goals:

  1. To educate students in both theory and practical experience, providing information in all phases of skin esthetics.
  2. To prepare students to successfully pass state board examinations
  3. To prepare students to work in a licensed salon as a skin esthetician.
  4. To develop communication and practical skills.

Instructional Methods:

  1. Lecture
  2. Practical Demonstrations
  3. Audio-visual Materials
  4. Practical and theory worksheets and handouts
  5. Illustrations
  6. Written and practical evaluations

Evaluation Procedures:

  1. Testing in both theory, practical and clinical areas
  2. Examinations after each unit of the course
  3. Monthly practical/clinic workshops
  4. Final examination

Grading System:

Theory: Based on actual test score
90-100=A 80-89=B 70-79=C 60-69=D Below 60= Failing
Practical: Based on actual criteria sheet
90-100=A 80-89=B 70-79=C 60-69=D Below 60= Failing


Resource Material:

  • Milady’s Standard for Skin Esthetics Text and Study Guide
  • Milady’s Microdermabrasion Textbook

Course Hours:

  Hours of Class &
Subject Related
Instruction
Hours of Practical
Instruction
Total
State Laws, Rules & Regulations
for Cosmetology & Hairstyling
Administrative Shop Operations
10 0 10
Orientation, Safety & Health and
Professionalism
10 0 10
Decontamination & Infection Control 20 5 25
Anatomy, Physiology and Nutrition 40 0 40
Structure & Functions of Skin 25 0 25
Superfluous Hair 10 30 40
Chemistry Related to Skin Care 40 0 40
Electricity & Machines 15 40 55
Facial and Body Procedures 50 125 175
Make-up Techniques &
Corrective Make-up
Techniques (post-surgical)
50 100 150
Business Practices & Job Skills 30 0 30
Total Hours 300 300 600