Master Esthetics Course Information

MASTER Esthetics 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. 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.

*Graduates are prepared for an entry level master esthetician.

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

Master Esthetics COURSE OVERVIEW

Course Hours: 1200 clock hours

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

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.
Clinic Learning Experience: The remaining 1010 hours are spent in the clinic classroom area, gaining practical experience.

Master Esthetics COURSE OUTLINE

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

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.
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.
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.
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 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: History of esthetics and master esthetics An overview of the curriculum		2
2. Personal, client, and salon safety including: Aseptic techniques and sanitary procedures Disinfection and sterilization methods and procedures Health risk to the esthetician	115	5
3. Business and salon management consisting of: Developing clients Professional image Professional ethics Professional associations Advertising Public relations		2
4. Legal issues including: Malpractice liability Regulatory agencies Tax laws		2
5. The human immune system		2
6. Diseases and disorders of the skin including: Bacteriology Sanitation Sterilization Contamination Infection controls		2
7. Implements, tools, and equipment for esthetics		2
8. First aid		3
9. Anatomy		10
10. Science of basic esthetics		10
11. Analysis of the skin		10
12. Physiology of the skin		10
13. Advanced Facials, manual and mechanical	190	10
14. Chemistry for master esthetics		10
15. Advanced chemical exfoliation, including: Pre-exfoliation consultation Post-exfoliation treatments Chemical reactions	75	5
16. Temporary removal of superfluous hair by waxing and advanced waxing	175	5
17. Advanced pedicures	25	10
18. Advanced aromatherapy		10
19. The aging process and its damage to the skin		10
20. Medical devices		10
21. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)		2
22. Hydrotherapy		10
23. Advanced mechanical and electrical devices including instruction in using: Sanding and microdermabrasion techniques Galvanic or high-frequency current for treatment of the skin Devices equipped with brushes to cleanse the skin Devices that apply a mixture of steam and ozone to the skin Devices that spray water and other liquids on the skin 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	190
25. For schools teaching lymphatic massage, in accordance with the following subsections (200 hours required): 40 hours of training in anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system 70 hours of applications of one hour each in manual lymphatic massage of full body 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	150	50
26. Utah master esthetician examination review		10
TOTAL HOURS	805	395
TOTAL CLOCK HOURS	1200

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 PROGRAM TESTING AND GRADING PROCEDURE

The following tests and grading procedures are used to assess student learning and mastery of course content in the 1200-hour course:

Academic theory exams: Students must receive a grade of 70% or higher on each assigned theory exam.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.