• Program introduction, school guidelines review as set forth by New York State’s Department of Education policies, overview of the Appearance Enhancement Law booklet, Student Assessment exam and handouts.  

Safety & Health - 10 clock hours

• Apply solutions, ointments, creams and other first aid products such as band-aid, bandage, ice pack, and heating pad to patient in the event of mild and temporary discomfort.
• Organize and maintain first aid kit.
• Recognize patient symptoms that require the care of a physician.
• Maintain and manage a work area that adheres to local, state and federal safety codes.
• Interpret hazardous materials, communications and material safety data sheets.

Bacteriology - 18 clock hours

• Apply a principle or theory of bacteriology to address a real life situation they may encounter as an Aesthetician in the areas of sanitation, sterilization and disinfection.
• Perform and demonstrate a sanitizing method or process in order to eliminate bacteria in the work area and throughout the salon.
• Perform and demonstrate a sterilization method or process by using various techniques such as heat (steam or hot air), chemical sterilant, or gas.
• Perform and demonstrate a disinfection method or process in order to eliminate pathogenic microorganisms on an inanimate object.
• Mix a solute into a liquid sterilant.
• Use a UV sterilizer or an autoclave.
• Interpret and adhere to OSHA rules and regulations regarding the identification and elimination of bacteria from the work place.
• Use a hard container for the disposal of lancets and follow OSHA procedures for the disposal from the workplace.

Anatomy, Physiology & Nutrition - 25 clock hours

• Discuss cells, tissues and organs, and how they work together to form the body's systems.
• Describe muscular structures and functions, and the various nerves that are affected during facial treatments.
• Study of cranium, bones, and musculature.
• Explain the functions of the circulatory system and the importance of blood and lymph circulation.

Structure & Function of the Skin - 15 clock hours

• Analyze the body's most visible system, on that often defines our very self image.
• Describe the various layers of the epidermis and dermis as well as the cells that comprise the skin.
• Compare the structure, distribution and functions of the hair, skin glands, and nails.
• Educate the client about the basic function of their skin.
• Locate and name the structural layers in sequence.
• Define skin conditions.
• Cosmetic and disease referral.
• Patient confidentiality.

Superfluous Hair - 28 clock hours

• Theoretical overview of permanent hair removal and techniques for temporary hair removal and bleaching of the hair.
• Apply and remove both hard and soft wax.
• Tweezing.
• Intense Pulse Light permanent hair reduction.
• Identify Proper precautions.

Chemistry as Applied to Cosmetics - 24 clock hours

• Why is chemistry important to the Aesthetician?
• Properties of matter, elements, compounds, and mixtures.
• The pH scale.
• Select products that are contraindicated for clients that use certain pharmaceutical topical and oral medication in order to prevent negative skin reactions.
• Analyze the clients skin type and select the appropriate products for use in treating the skin by methods such as cleansing, toning, moisturizing, treatment cream and mask, and other techniques.
• Demonstrate the proper use of skin care products.
• Distinguish between cosmetic products and Cosmeceutical products in relation to pH value of the client's skin type as governed by the FDA.
• Comply with FDA rules and regulations in the advertising and sale of cosmetic products.
• Integrate a theory or principle of chemistry into a promotional/marketing plan in order to sell cosmetic products.

Electricity & Machines - 30 clock hours

• Explain electricity and safety practices.
• Identify and describe the machines used in skin analysis.
• Explain the function and maintenance of each machine.
• Explain why galvanic current is used.
• Define high frequency and its benefits.
• Demonstrate galvanic and high frequency machines.
• Perform use of machines.
• Demonstrate and explain the vacuum and spray machine.
• Explain and demonstrate the electric mask and treatment mitts.
• Explain and demonstrate how to use the magnifying lamp, Syris illuminating light, the skin scope, and the Wood's Lamp.
• Explain light therapy.
• Demonstrate use of the Canfield imaging system.
• Perform the GentleWaves LED photo modulation.
• Explain and demonstrate LPG Endermologie.
• Demonstrate how Microdermabrasion works and its benefits.

Facial Treatments - 235 clock hours

• Overview of skin care products.
• Selection of products to plan a treatment.
• Creation of cotton tools.
• Prepare a client for a facial
• Classify skin types.
• Recognize basic skin disorders.
• Review a client history profile.
• Facial massage including effleurage, petrissage, friction, and tapotement.
• Extractions.
• MLD for face and neck.
• Paraffin facials
• Gommage facials
• Skin analysis and consultation.
• Skin conditions and disorders observed.
• Facial treatments with or without machines.
• Overview of aromatherapy.
• Product recommendation.
• 90, 60, and 30 minute facial.
• Chemical Peels.
• Gentleman's facials
• Client history and profile
• Client preparation.
• skin types
• Combination therapies-Microdermabrasion, Oxygen gas treatment, chemical peels-including; glycolic, lactic acid, and the Jessner. Ayurvedic practices and photo facials.
• IPL vascular.

Body Procedures - 50 clock hours

• Body exfoliation.
• Back treatments.
• Demonstrate Loofah and Salt polish.
• Demonstrate Shirodhara.
• Demonstrate Mud Wrap.
• Demonstrate Paraffin Wrap.
• Demonstrate Raindrop Aromatherapy Back Treatment.
• Demonstrate Algae Wrap.
• Demonstrate Reflexology.
• Spray on Tanning Machine.
• Shower on premises.
• IPL Photodamage
• Endermologie

Make-up Techniques - 85 clock hours

• A natural daytime look.
• A glamour evening make-up and bridal formal wear.
• Concealing and camouflage for an even finish.
• Highlighting, shading and contouring for illusions.
• Eye make-up.
• Artificial eyelash application.
• Preparing the skin before makeup.
• Retailing skin care and make-up products to the consumer.
• Airbrush make-up machines.

Business Practices - 50 clock hours

• Develop students marketable skills for self-employment or job opportunities.
• Assess business operation expenses.
• Explain the laws of operating a business.
• Assemble a resource file for future use.
• Operate a business.
• Introduction to site planning and design, accounts, inventory, personnel, and payroll.
• Ethics and professional conduct.
• Construct a framework with complete cost for a business model plan for a private practice.
• Appearance enhance law booklet review.
• Retailing techniques and marketing.

Job Skills - 6 clock hours

• Resume and Cover Letter
• Communications and consumer relations
• Brochure and business cards
   

Introduction to Paramedical Aesthetics - 20 clock hours

• Discuss dermatological or cosmetic surgery procedures.
• Refer patient to a physician when procedures with a client do not fall into scope of aesthetic licensure.
• Understand the contraindications of internal and topical medications.
• Understand pre and post operative care.
• Camouflage Therapy.
• Chemical Peels: Glycolic, lactic and Jessner acids.
• Cosmeceutical skin care.
• Permanent make-up overview.
• Manual Lymphatic Drainage.
• Cosmetic Surgery procedures, discussion and handouts.
• Exhibit safety procedures.
• Show accuracy in mayo table set up and preparation of supplies in a neat and sterile set up.
• Cosmetic Surgery Counseling.