Esthetician Course of Study

Esthetician Course of Study

1. Course Title – Esthetician Course – 750 hours
   1. The course is taught in the English language.
2. Description of Course
   1. The purpose of the Esthetician Course is to:
      1. Train students in theory and practical procedures in preparation for the job.
      2. Train students in proper working habits in respect to sanitation, health and safety.
      3. Encourage self-reliance, initiative, professional ethics, leadership and teamwork.
   2. The course offers from basic to intermediate, theory and clinic practices in all phases of Esthetician.
3. Performance Objectives
   1. The degree of skill and knowledge to be achieved is such that the student, upon completion of the required hours, may enter into the Esthetician Specialist field with skill, speed and knowledge.
      1. Develop good habits of performing properly in the interest of safety and hygiene for one’s self and others.
      2. Conduct each technical job assigned in an orderly and professional manner.
      3. Learn to select wisely, care for and use correctly commercial products related to the application of beauty treatments.
      4. Be encouraged to keep abreast of all new and unique developments in the practice of Esthetician.
      5. Become aware of the importance of establishing methodical habits of performance.
      6. Have high ideals and an attitude of willingness to cooperate with the employer and co-workers.
      7. Prepare for the State Board examinations in order to obtain a license to practice all phases of the Esthetician profession.
4. Course Format
   1. Lecture
   2. Demonstration
   3. Audio-visual materials
   4. Illustrations
   5. Written and practical examinations
   6. Distance Education Modules, when applicable
5. Evaluation Procedures
   1. Testing in both theory and practical
   2. Testing after each subject
   3. Practical evaluation sheets
   4. Final examinations both in theory and practical at the end of course and before graduation
6. Required Level of Achievement
   1. Students must maintain a 70% average in Theory.
   2. Students must maintain a "C" average on all practical procedures.  (Please refer to the Satisfactory Progress Policy for additional requirements.)
7. Text books
   1. Milady Standard Foundations & Esthetics: Fundamentals eBooks
   2. Texas Barbering and Cosmetology Laws & Rules Handbook
8. Content of Course                                                                                                          
   1. 1. Orientation &  Texas Occupations Code Chapter 1602                 50 Hours (25 hours max by Distance Ed)
      2. School Rules and Regulations
      3. History of skin care and cosmetics
      4. Career opportunities
      5. Visual impressions
      6. Professional and Personal Development
      7. TDLR Rules and Regulations
   2. Sanitation Safety and First Aid                                                                       40 Hours (20 hours max by Distance Ed)
      1. Sanitation and prevention of microorganisms
      2. Bacteria and viruses
      3. Disinfectants and sterilization
      4. Handling hazardous waste materials
      5. How to prevent cross-contamination using the proper equipment and tools
   3. Anatomy and Physiology                                                                                90 Hours (45 hours max by Distance Ed)
      1. Skull and neck bones
      2. Functions of esthetician and neck bones
      3. Nerves throughout the face and neck
      4. Tissues and their functions
      5. Lymphatic system
   4. Chemistry                                                                                                        50 Hours (25 hours max by Distance Ed)
      1. Elements of basic chemistry
      2. Cosmetic ingredients
   5. Electricity, Machines, and Related Equipment                                              75 Hours (37 hours max by Distance Ed)
      1. Flow of electricity
      2. Direct and alternation current
      3. Machines used in skin analysis
      4. Machines used in skin care treatment
      5. Maintenance of each machine
   6. Care of client consultation/analysis                                                               50 Hours (25 hours max by Distance Ed)
      1. Skin types and treatment
      2. Skin conditions
      3. Genetics role in skin treatment
      4. Health analysis
      5. Fitzpatrick Scale
   7. Esthetician Treatment                                                                                    225 Hours (112 hours max by Distance Ed)
      1. Products used in esthetician and room setup
      2. Product Knowledge, Use, and Safety
      3. Deep cleansing, exfoliation and extractions
      4. Mask therapy
      5. Massage movements
      6. Benefits of estheticians
      7. Esthetician with machine
      8. Men’s facials
   8. Superfluous Hair Removal                                                                              25 Hours (12 hours max by Distance Ed)
      1. Morphology
      2. General categories of hair removal
   1. Aromatherapy                                                                                                 15 Hours (7 hours max by Distance Ed)
      1. Product Knowledge, Use, and Safety
      2. Functions of essential oils
   10. Nutrition                                                                                                         10 Hours (5 hours max by Distance Ed)
       1. Proteins, fats and carbohydrates
       2. Nutrition and Health of the skin
   11. Color Psychology                                                                                             10 Hours (5 hours max by Distance Ed)
       1. Primary colors
       2. Complementary colors
       3. Color temperature
   50. Make-up                                                                                                          75 Hours (37 hours max by Distance Ed)
       1. Product Knowledge, Use, and Safety
       2. Make-up techniques
       3. Face shapes
       4. Eye shapes and connection techniques
       5. Choosing a make-up product collection
       6. Eyelash Systems
   1000. Management                                                                                                  35 Hours (17 hours max by Distance Ed)
         1. Opening a salon
         2. Business administration
         3. Operations and personnel management
         4. Customer relations
         5. Résumé Writing