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EST 100 INTRODUCTION TO ESTHESTICS (4-2-5)
Prerequisite: Program admission
Introduces the fundamental theory and practices of the Professional
Esthetician. Emphasis will be placed on professional practices and
safety. Topics include: state and local laws, rules and regulations,
professional image, history of the skin, care and use of cosmetics,
bacteriology, sterilization and sanitation, chemistry for estheticians,
ingredients and product analysis, and hazardous duty standards act.
EST 101 ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY OF THE SKIN
(5-0-5)
Prerequisite: EST 100
Provides an introduction to the anatomy and physiology, disorders
of the skin and nutrition and health of the skin. Topics include:
cells, tissues, organs, systems, skeletal system, the muscular system,
the nervous system, circulatory system, endocrine system, excretory
system, respiratory system, digestive system, structure of the skin,
disorders of the skin, nutrition and health of the skin.
EST 102 SKIN CARE PROCEDURES (1-12-6)
Prerequisite: EST 101
Introduces the theory, procedures and products used in the care
and treatment of the skin. Topics include: client consultation and
preparation, cleaning the skin, techniques for professional massage,
facial treatments and body treatments, aromatherapy, body wraps,
and reflexology, and air borne and blood borne pathogens and OSHA
updates.
EST 103 ELECTRICITY & FACIAL TREATMENTS
WITH MACHINES (2-12-7)
Co/Prerequisite: EST 102
Provides instruction on and application techniques and theory in
the treatment of the skin. Topics include: Skin analysis equipment,
basic skin care products, basic electricity, men's skin care products,
post consultation and home care, mechanical verses chemical exfoliations,
microdermabrasion, advanced product types and features.
EST 104 ADVANCED SKIN CARE (1-11-5)
Prerequisite: EST 103
Provides instruction on and application techniques and theory in
the treatment of the skin. Topics include: Intrinsic aging, analysis
of sensitive skin, treatment for hyperpigmentation, causes of acne,
methods of holistic therapy, joining a medical team, and pre-and
postoperative care.
EST 105 COLOR
THEORY & MAKEUP (1-8-4)
Prerequisite: EST 102
Co-requisites: EST 103, EST
104
Provides instruction on and application techniques and theory in
the treatment of the skin. Topics include: morphology of hair, hair
removal, sanitation, eyebrow shaping, waxing, ingrown hair service,
color theory, face proportions and shape, choosing and using make
up products, make up tools, basic make up application, camouflage
therapy, medical application.
EST 106 PRACTICUM
I (0-18-6)
Prerequisite: EST 105
Provides laboratory experience necessary for the development of
skill levels to be a competent esthetician. The allocation of time
to the various phases of esthetics is prescribed by the state board
of cosmetology. This course includes a portion of the hours for
licensure. Topics include: body treatments, aromatherapy, reflexology,
facials and hair removal.
EST 107 PRACTICUM II (0-18-6)
Prerequisite: EST 106
Provides experience for professional development and completion
of requirements for state licensure. Emphasis will be placed on
the display of conduct and positive attitudes. The requirements
for this course will be met in a laboratory setting.
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