Medical esthetician course outline

Module 1

INTRODUCTION TO SKINCARE

Why skincare? (1)

Professional Guidelines (1)

Client Communication (1)

ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY

Skin anatomy (1)

Blood Circulatory System (1)

the lymphatic system (1)

Nervous system (1)

Musculoskeletal System (1)

Facial muscle structure (1)

Bone Structure (1)

SKIN CONDITIONS

Skin Disorders (1)

Sensitive Conditions (1)

Photo-damage (1)

Ageing Skin (1)

Skin Pigmentation (1)

Skin Health and Healing (1)

ACNE

Acne Introduction (1)

Acne Causes

Acne Diagnosis (1)

Acne Treatments

ECZEMA

Eczema Introduction (1)

Eczema Causes

Eczema Diagnosis (1)

Eczema Treatment (1)

BASIC CHEMISTRY

Acids, Bases and pH (1)

Harmful Chemicals in Skincare

ACIDS

Hydroxy Acids

Glycolic Acid

acetic Acid

Salicylic Acid

Azelaic Acid

Mandelic Acid

Hyaluronic Acid

INFECTION CONTROL

Salon Safety Part I (1)

Hygiene (1)

Sterilization (1)

Waste management (1)

Infection Control Summary

Blood Pathogens & Hepatitis (1)

CLIENT CONSULTATION

Client consultation (1)

Health Screening

Skin Analysis (1)

Record keeping

SKINCARE PRODUCTS

Cleansers

Exfoliants

Moisturizers

Masks

Enzyme Peels

Ceramides

BB Cream

Chemical Peels (light)

Other Ingredients in Cosmetics

Sunscreen

NUTRITION

Essential Foods

Skin Nutrition

Vitamin A

Vitamin C

Vitamin E

TECHNOLOGIES & DEVICES

Electricity and Safety (1)

Aroma Therapy

Steam & Extraction (1)

Electrotherapy (1)

Dermabrasion (1)

Light Therapy (1)

Laser treatments (information only) (1)

Facial Massage

TREATMENT APPLICATION

Treatment Overview

Basic Facial Equipment list

Consultation Demo Procedure I

Facial Procedure Demo I

Body Procedure Demo I

PROTOCOL LISTS

Step by Step Protocols (1)

Facial Treatment For Dry Skin

Facial Treatment For Oily Skin

Facial For Acne-prone skin

Cosmetics Sales Protocol

AFTERCARE

Client Aftercare

Sun protection

SKINCARE BUSINESS

Photography

Business start-up Errors

Business Marketing

Module 2

 

INTRODUCTION TO ESTHETICS

Introduction to Esthetics

Customer service Part II

Electricity Part II

MAKEUP

Introduction to Makeup (1)

Science of colour (1)

Chemistry of Makeup (1)

Primer and foundation (1)

Concealer and highlights (1)

Blushing and Shading (1)

Eyeliner and Mascara (1)

lipstick and beyond

Makeup Brushes

MAKEUP II

Facial Morphology (1)

Corrective Makeup (1)

Makeup Design and Planning (1)

FACE AND BODY ADORNMENT

Evolution of Beauty (1)

Fashion (1)

Perfume and Scents

HAND ANATOMY

Structure of the Hands (1)

Anatomy of the Nail (1)

Nail conditions (1)

MANICURING

Introduction to Manicuring (1)

Manicuring tools and equipment (1)

Types of Manicure (1)

Hand conditions and Massage

Salon safety Part II (1)

FOOT CARE

Anatomy of the feet (1)

Conditions of the feet (1)

Introduction to Pedicuring (1)

BODY THERAPY

Body treatments (1)

Cellulite treatments (1)

HAIR REMOVAL

Introduction to Hair and Follicles (1)

Hair removal (1)

Waxing (1)

Hair removal equipment (1)

Salon safety Part III (1)

WORKPLACE INTEGRATION

Spa awareness (1)

liabilities of Spa Services Part II (1)

Spa Business planning (1)

Spa Design planning (1)

MODULE 2 FINAL THEORY EXAM

 

Module 3

 

INTRODUCTION TO LASER

Intro to Laser Certification (1)

Electricity Part II (module 2) (1)

LASER HAIR REMOVAL TECHNOLOGY

Laser Physics (1)

laser or Pulsed light

Electromagnetic spectrum (1)

Cosmetic laser treatments (information only)

LASER SCIENCE AND BIOLOGY

laser hair removal treatments (1)

Skin Anatomy (Module 1) (1)

Hair and Growth Cycles

Chromophores and laser absorption (1)

Selective Photothermolysis (1)

SPA SAFETY PART IV

Reactions and Complications (1)

Laser Classifications

Laser Safety Protocols

Hygiene Protocols Part III

CLIENT SELECTION AND ANALYSIS

Health screening (Module 1) (1)

Skin types and Analysis

Skin disorders (Module 1)

LASER AND IPL CONSULTATIONS

The Consultation Part III (1)

Laser Risks and Concerns (1)

Contraindications (1)

Pre-Treatment Guidelines

RESULTS & AFTERCARE

Post-treatment Guidelines

Enhancing Client aser Results (1)

Skin repair & Moisture

EQUIPMENT AND MAINTENANCE

Machine Parts

Machine Maintenance

BUSINESS AND MARKETING

Customer Service Part II (Module 2) (1)

Laser equipment Purchase or rental

liability insurance and Coverage Part III (1)

Business Marketing (module 1)

 

Module 3a – Photo-rejuvenation Laser Theory Course

 

INTRODUCTION
Before we start!
Advanced Lasers

PRE-TREATMENTS

 

Client selection
Consent & Forms
Client skin preparation

Precautions & protection

755 Nm – Benign pigmentation lesions

Intro: Benign pigmented lesions
Laser Protocols: P. Lesions
Instructional Video: P. Lesions

1064 ND YAG – WRINKLES AND SKIN TIGHTENING

Intro: Wrinkles & skin tightening
Laser Protocols: Skin tightening
Instructional video: Skin tightening

755 Nm & 1064 Nm – VASCULAR LESIONS

Intro: Vascular lesions
Laser Protocols: Vascular lesions
Instructional video: Vascular lesions

POST-TREATMENT

Expected responses: Laser
Side-effects: Photo-rejuvenation

Business Development

Laser Device Maintenance (Module 3a)
Consultation Demo Procedure (Module 1)
Client aftercare & instructions

Photography

FINAL EXAM – Photo-rejuvenation laser theory course

Module 4 – Micro-needling Theory Course

Introduction

Before we start!
Intro to General skincare
What is micro-needling?

Procedure history

PREREQUISITE LESSONS: REVISION
Skin anatomy (REVISION)
Skin Healing Phases
Microneedling effects
Micro-needling effects

Micro-needling contraindications

Microneedling aftercare
Sun exposure and Protection

Tools and Products

Exfoliants
Moisturizers
Vitamin C
Microneedling Tools
Dermapens vs. Rollers
Dermapen Dp4 TM

Treatment Protocols

Consultation Module 4
Pre-treatment care
Post-treatment care
Needle depth guidelines
Safety
Electricity Part II (REVISION)
Micro-needling safety
Anti-Backflow needle cartridges

HYGIENE

Infection Control
Disposable vs. Non-disposable items
Bloodborne Pathogens (REVISION)

STEP BY STEP TRAINING

Optimizing treatments
Treatment guidelines
Microneedling Protocol (evaluated in class)
Hygiene Protocols Part III

Business management

Consultation Demo Procedure (Module 1)
Frequently asked questions
Photography
Professional Guidelines (REVISION)FINAL EXAM – Micro-needling Theory Course

 

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