Master Esthetics (1300) Course Information

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Master Esthetics (1300) COURSE DESCRIPTION

Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) 39-5094.00
Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Code 12.0414
The curriculum involves 1200 hours to satisfy Utah state requirements, with an additional 100 hours focused towards makeup artistry. The course includes extensive instruction and practical experience in facials, hair removal, makeup application, customer service, personal appearance and hygiene, personal motivation and development, retail skills, client record keeping, business ethics, state laws and regulations, salon-type administration, and job interviewing.

The state of Utah requires 1200 hours of education to become licensed as a master esthetician; however, the school is approved by the state to offer a 1300 hour master esthetician course. Within the additional 100 hours the student will be able to master the skills and techniques of permanent cosmetics.

*Graduates are prepared to be an entry level master esthetician.

This course is taught in English. Textbooks and course materials are only offered in the English language.

Master Esthetics (1300) COURSE OVERVIEW

Course Hours: 1300 clock hours

The course is divided into pre-clinical instruction and clinical service learning experiences.

  1. Pre-clinical Classroom Instruction: The first 190 hours are devoted to classroom workshops, demonstration, and practical experience. You will learn esthetics principles, technical information, and professional practices.
  2. Clinic Learning Experience: The remaining 1110 hours are spent in the clinic classroom area, gaining practical experience.

Master Esthetics (1300) COURSE OUTLINE

Your time at Paul Mitchell The School Provo Master  Esthetics Program will be divided into five designations:

  1. Core Curriculum: This 190-hour time period is dedicated to exploring foundational knowledge and basic esthetics facial, hair removal, and makeup procedures. You will receive individual attention in practical workshops, and you will complete monthly worksheets and periodic tests throughout the course. This is an intense and exciting portion of your experience.
  2. Clinic Classroom Learning Experience: You will enter a new phase of specialty classroom  mini-classes coupled with challenging practical services that will continue to build you into a confident skin care therapist.
  3. Classroom Experience: During this phase of your learning you will be introduced to guest speakers, prescriptive selling, motivation, self-improvement, body treatments, and emerging technologies. You will use your own technical and therapeutic abilities, coupled with the assistance of Learning Leaders, to provide service to guests. You will make discoveries and learn relationship-building skills that will ensure your success in this exciting, diverse field.
  4. NPCA Permanent Cosmetics: During this 100-hour phase, students will master the knowledge and skills in permanent cosmetics and gain a strong foundation of: microblading, color theory, machine brows, lip blush, and permanent eyeliner.
  5. Creative Curriculum: You will dress, act, and work like a skin therapist professional. You will use your own technical and therapeutic abilities, coupled with the assistance of Paul Mitchell The School Provo Learning Leaders, to prepare yourself for your future beauty industry career.

Master Esthetics (1300) COURSE SUBJECTS

The instructional program of Paul Mitchell The School Provo meets or exceeds the state requirements.

Subject

Practical Application

Theory Hours

1. Introduction consisting of: 

  1. History of esthetics and master esthetics
  2. An overview of the curriculum

 

 

2. Personal, client, and salon safety including: 

  1. Aseptic techniques and sanitary procedures
  2. Disinfection and sterilization methods and procedures
  3. Health risk to the esthetician

115

5

3. Business and salon management consisting of:                 

  1. Developing clients
  2. Professional image
  3. Professional ethics
  4. Professional associations
  5. Advertising
  6. Public relations

 

12

4. Legal issues including:                 

  1. Malpractice liability
  2. Regulatory agencies
  3. Tax laws

 

 

5. The human immune system

 

 

6. Diseases and disorders of the skin including: 

  1. Bacteriology
  2. Sanitation
  3. Sterilization
  4. Contamination
  5. Infection controls

 

 

7. Implements, tools, and equipment for esthetics

 

 

8. First aid

 

3

9. Anatomy

 

 

10. Science of basic esthetics

 

 

11. Analysis of the skin

 

80

12. Physiology of the skin

 

 

13. Advanced Facials, manual and mechanical

190

10

14. Chemistry for master esthetics

 

 

15. Advanced chemical exfoliation, including:

  1. Pre-exfoliation consultation
  2. Post-exfoliation treatments
  3. Chemical reactions

75

5

16. Temporary removal of superfluous hair by waxing and advanced waxing     

175

5

17. Advanced pedicures

 

 

18. Advanced aromatherapy

 

 

19. The aging process and its damage to the skin

 

 

20. Medical devices

 

 

21. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

 

2

22. Hydrotherapy

 

 

23.  Advanced mechanical and electrical devices including instruction in using:

  1. Sanding and microdermabrasion techniques
  2. Galvanic or high-frequency current for treatment of the skin
  3. Devices equipped with brushes to cleanse the skin 
  4. Devices that apply a mixture of steam and ozone to the skin
  5. Devices that spray water and other liquids on the skin  
  6. Any other mechanical devices, esthetic preparations, or procedures approved by the Cosmetology Division in collaboration with the Utah Board of Cosmetology for the care and treatment of the skin

75

3

24. Elective topic

298

147

25. For schools teaching lymphatic massage, in accordance with the following subsections (200 hours required): 

  1. 40 hours of training in anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system 
  2. 70 hours of applications of one hour each in manual lymphatic massage of full body  
  3. 90 hours of training in lymphatic massage by other means, including but not limited to energy, mechanical devices, suction assisted massage with or without rollers, compression therapy with equipment, or garment therapy

 

 

28. Utah master esthetician examination review

 

 

TOTAL HOURS

928

272

TOTAL CLOCK HOURS

1200
Additional 100 hours for the Master Esthetics 1300 Hours program:
NPCA Online Fundamentals   14
NPCA Online Microblading   5
NPCA Online Machine Brows   6
NPCA Online Blush   6
NPCA Online Permanent Eyeliner   3
NPCA Hands-On Practical Training 66  
TOTAL HOURS 66 34
TOTAL CLOCK HOURS 1300

The institution offers employment assistance to help graduates’ efforts to secure education-related employment that includes, but is not limited to training in professionalism, resume’ development, job interview preparation and job search skills.

Master Esthetics (1300) PROGRAM TESTING AND GRADING PROCEDURE

The following tests and grading procedures are used to assess student learning and mastery of course content in the 1300-hour course:

  1. Academic theory exams: Students must receive a grade of 70% or higher on each assigned theory exam.
  2. Core written and practical skills evaluation: Students must receive a grade of 70% or higher on each written exam and each practical skill exam in order to complete the Core program. The exams are an overview of instruction taught during the Core schedule. All Core written and practical skill exams must be passed with a 70% in order to transition to the Clinic Classroom. If students are unable to pass each exam after two attempts, the student may be asked to withdraw from the program and re-enroll in the next available Core class start date.
  3. Final exam 1: This test covers an overview of all related esthetics subjects (e.g., anatomy, chemistry, etc.).Students must receive a grade of 70% or higher on all final exams.
  4. Final exam 2: The written exam covers an overview of all theory instruction, Utah state law, and other items covered on the state esthetics exam. Students must receive a grade of 70% or higher on all final exams.
  5. Clinic Practical Skill Assessments: Future Professionals progress in practical skill assessments and theory hours will be digitally monitored on a weekly basis by the Future Professional Advisor using the Course Key app. All assigned practical skill assessments must be completed in order to complete the program.

Master Esthetics (1300) INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES AND METHODS

The courses are provided through a sequential set of learning steps which address specific tasks necessary for State Board preparation, graduation and job entry level skills. Clinic equipment,  implements and products are comparable to those used in the industry. Each student will receive instruction that relates to the performance of useful, creative and productive career oriented activities. The course is presented through well-developed lesson plans that reflect the latest educational methods. Subjects are presented by means of lecture, demonstration, and student participation. Audio-visual aids, guest speakers, field trips, and other related learning methods are used in the course.