FACIAL SPECIALIST PROGRAM
OBJECTIVE
This program is designed in accordance with the regulations and requirements of the State of Florida to obtain the license entitled Facial Specialist. The objective of this program is to provide training for individuals interested in employment as a facial specialist or esthetician in finer salons and spas. They may choose to be manager, skin consultant or technician. They may also choose to own a skin salon or spa. After completing the necessary credit hours and services, the students will receive a Diploma stating that they have satisfactorily completed the course and will be registered with the State as a Facial Specialist. Registered Facial Specialist opportunities include Facial Specialist and Salon Manager, among others.
DESCRIPTION
In this program the students will learn to define the composition, function, types of skin, the difference between skin disorders and skin disease, and the steps to follow during a facial treatment, including massage, makeup application and hair removal. Upon successful completion of the program hours, clinical service and final exam, the student will receive a certificate of completion and will be registered with the State for licensing.
PROGRAM HOURS & FEES
305 HOURS HANDS-ON
TUITION
$4,900.00
ENROLLMENT FEE
$150.00
BOOKS AND SUPPLIES
$1,400.00
TOTAL PROGRAM COSTS
$6,450.00
FACIAL SPECIALIST PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
BUSINESS SKILLS/ PROFESSIONAL IMAGE (FS11)
The objective of this course is to describe the basic principles needed to plan and operate a salon as a successful business; to learn to apply for and fill out employment applications, study lease terms and negotiations, describe the legal forms of ownership, become aware or insurance needs, understand the basic accounting principles of business, understand techniques for interviewing prospective employees and techniques of filling out employment applications. The students will also learn to select and have a good image that will reflect their personal style and will express their confidence in their profession and respect towards others.
SKIN THEORY (FS01)
The student will learn to identify the composition of the skin, the different types of skin and its functions, as well as diseases of the skin and treatment rendered to treat such diseases, including but not limited to HIV/Aids, and care for the skin.
FACIALS TECHNIQUES and Contraindications (FS02)
The student will be trained in the different type of facials and basic corrective treatment and maintenance techniques, application of electrical techniques in facials, dermatological, mechanical and chemical reaction of light therapy, and the use the proper methods to guarantee the health and wellbeing of the clients.
PRODUCT CHEMISTRY (FS03)
The students will learn the chemical composition of cosmetics and their classification. They will become familiar with products such as: suspension, solution, emulsions, pomades, soaps and powders in order to obtain better results when performing a service.
HAIR REMOVAL / WAXING / TWEEZING (FS05)
The students will become familiar with the preferences for different methods and the clients’ need to eliminate unwanted corporal hair, and to recommend to the client the most adequate way of such removal. They will also learn the temporary and permanent procedures available and the use of electrolysis and the application, rules and regulations of such a service.
MAKEUP APPLICATION (FS06)
The students will learn the different designs and tendencies of make-up related to fashion, clothes and hair, and the artistic concept necessary to visually alter characteristics through the application of lighter and darker tones and corrective makeup. They will also be trained in the elements necessary for technical makeup and products, and the inspiring and exciting possibilities that exist in makeup design.
FLORIDA LAW (FS07)
The students will learn to establish and describe the different types of properties, structure, function, and requirements necessary to run a successful business, the laws that govern a Facial Specialist’s activities, the requirements for license renovation, the penalties for different infractions, and the security and health requirements of a beauty salon and in general, all the laws and rules established by the State of Florida.
EYELASH APPLICATION/EYEBROW TINTING (FS08)
The students will benefit from this course as they will learn the proper way to apply eyelash extensions and tint eyebrows.
CONSULTATION & PREPARATION (FS09)
In this chapter the students will learn the steps to follow for a successful client consultation such as: the greeting, the proper tone of voice, establishing communication, filling out the consultation information sheet, asking questions, analyzing, evaluating and completing a service.
BASICS OF ELECTRICITY (FS10)
The students will learn the safety and understanding of the electrical tools and proper usage.
SANITATION / DISINFECTION (FS12)
Sanitation and disinfection is of vital importance for infection control, client’s safety and one’s safety. The student will be very familiar with the rules and regulation to sanitize implements and equipment in the salon.
ETHICS (FS13)
The students will learn professional standards and boundaries, Therapeutic relationships, confidentiality, transference, countertransference, dual relationships, and types of ethical touch.