ORIENTATION—4 HOURS

• School Rules and Regulations
• History of Esthetics
• The Role of the Esthetician
• Code of Ethics 

SAFETY AND HEALTH—8 HOURS

• Local, State, Federal Safety Codes
• Salon/Clinic Rules and Regulations
• General Salon/Clinic Safety
• First Aid
• Hazardous Materials Communication

BACTERIOLOGY—18 HOURS

• Types and Classification
• Bacterial Growth and Reproduction
• Bacterial Infections & Their Prevention
• Immunity and Body Defenses
• Methods of Infection Control  

ANATOMY, PHYSIOLOGY & NUTRITION—25 HOURS

• Cells, Tissues, and Organs
• Body Systems
• Importance of Water
• Nutrition for Healthy Skin and Longevity

STRUCTURE AND FUNCTIONS OF THE SKIN—12 HOURS

• Physiology and Histology of the Skin
• Structure and Functions of the Skin

SUPERFLUOUS HAIR—24 HOURS

• Overview of Permanent Methods
• Temporary Methods of Hair Removal
• Bleaching of the Hair

CHEMISTRY—3 HOURS

• Chemistry and Matter                       
• The pH Scale

CHEMISTRY —21 HOURS

• Cosmetics
• Skin Care Products
• Massage Creams and Oils
• New Technologies
• FDA Laws Governing  Safety

JOB SKILLS—6 HOURS

• Resume
• Interviews
• Letter Writing
• Licensing Regulations
• Job Attitudes
• Professional Organizations
• Continuing Education
• Industry Trade Shows, Magazines, etc.
• Career Opportunities

ELECTRICITY AND MACHINES—18 HOURS

• Electricity and Its Effects on the Skin
• Galvanic Current                                
• High Frequency Current
• Use of: Magnifying Lamp and Wood's     
•  Lamp, Brushing Machine, Spray Machine and
• Suction Machine, Vaporizer and Pulverizador, Hot Towel
• Cabinet
• Paraffin Unit
• Electric Mittens, Booties, & Face Mask

FACIAL TREATMENTS—225 HOURS

• Client Preparation
• Skin Analysis and Consultation
• Skin Cleansing
• Skin Massage
• Skin Types
• Skin Conditions and Disorders
• Facial Procedures
• Mask Therapy
• Exfoliation Techniques
• Aromatherapy
• Aroma therapy & Manual Lymphatic 
• Product Recommendation

BODY PROCEDURES)—48 HOURS

• Body Exfoliation (Wet and Dry)
• Back Treatments
• Products to Enhance the Appearance of Skin
  
  

MAKE-UP TECHNIQUES—84 HOURS

• Color Analysis
• Morphology of the Face
• Product Knowledge, Chemistry
• Eyebrow Contouring
• Make-Up Application
• Corrections and Contouring
• False Eyelashes
• Eyelash and Eyebrow Tinting
• Further Training  for Advanced Techniques

BUSINESS PRACTICES—50 HOURS

• Business Operation
• Site Planning and Design
• Accounting, Inventory, and Sales Tax
• Payroll Regulations
• Ethics and Professional Conduct
• Communication Skills
• Retailing Techniques
• Marketing  
• Customer Relations
  
  

 INTRODUCTION TO PARAMEDICAL ESTHETICS 18—HOURS

• Overview of Dermatological Procedures
• Topical and Oral Medications
• Insight Into Plastic Surgery
• Pre- and Post-Operative Care
• Camouflage Therapy