Description:

This course provides class instruction in skin care. Topics include sanitation, skin sciences, waxing, skin treatments, makeup, business practices and state law. The in-state tuition totals $364, and the out-of-state tuition totals $1,435. This class meets 100 lecture hours of the 1,000 contact hours required by the Kansas State Board of Cosmetology. Enrollment in these courses require a professional liability fee of $16.00. Students will be notified via their JCCC student e-mail account if the fee is not paid.

Associated Costs: These are additional (out-of-pocket) expense considerations that students should expect in addition to the course tuition, fees, and textbooks. $15 to $30.

Supplies: Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Textbook(s): For information see - http://bookstore.jccc.net

Course Fees: NONE

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course the student should be able to:

1. Identify laws pertaining to sanitation.
2. Discuss and explain various components for preparing and performing skin treatments.
3. Explain the different methods of hair removal.
4. Define and discuss cosmetics and makeup application techniques.
5. Discuss and follow business practices and state laws.
6. Apply math and writing concepts to the practice of esthetics

Content Outline & Competencies:

I. Sanitation
   A. Describe the importance of personal and public hygiene
   B. Define methods of decontamination
      1. Treatment Room
      2. Supplies, implements, equipment, and furniture
   C. Describe aseptic procedure
   D. Identify Kansas Board of Cosmetology state law regulations
   E. Explain how to prevent the spread of bacteria
   F. Identify methods of sterilization and sanitation employed in the
salon

II. Skin Treatments 
   A. Explain preparation of treatment rooms and client draping
   B. Describe the importance of client consultation
   C. Retain techniques necessary to conduct a proper skin analysis for
different skin types and customize treatments for each
   D. Discuss characteristics of skin:
      1. Degrees of aging
      2. Fitzpatrick types
      3. Skin types
   E. Explain the different ways to identify skin conditions, lesions, and
the difference between   diseases and disorders
   F. Describe muscular structures, functions, and various nerves that are
affected during facial treatments
   G. Define various exfoliation techniques, including:
      1. Physical
      2. Chemical
      3. Mechanical
   H. Define various massage movements, including:
      1. Effleurage
      2. Petrissage
      3. Friction
      4. Tapotement
      5. Vibration

   I. Describe knowledge of Manual Lymphatic Drainage
   J. Discuss alternatives to European Massage Treatments, such as
acupressure
   K. Discuss techniques necessary to prepare and perform body treatments
      1. Define proper set-up
      2. Explain appropriate draping techniques for various treatments
      3. Explain the use of Reflexology
   L. Define and discuss electrotherapy
      1. Define various electrical currents and their uses
      2. Explain proper use of equipment, including:
         a. Galvanic
         b. High Frequency
         c. Microstimulator (suction machine)
         d. Rotary Brush
         e. Microdermabrasion
         f. LED Light Therapy
         g. Photo Imaging System
   M. Discuss knowledge of retail and service sales

III. Hair Removal
   A. Define knowledge of various temporary hair removal methods,
Including:
      1. Hard wax
      2. Soft wax
      3. Chemical depilatories
      4. Threading
      5. Sugaring
   B. Recognize proper removal of hair on various parts of the body,
including:
      1. Legs
      2. Bikini, including Brazilian
      3. Underarms
      4. Nape
      5. Cheek
      6. Chin
      7. Lip
      8. Eyebrow
      9. Back
     10. Nose
   C. Name proper hair removal techniques:
      1. Permanent
      2. Semi-Permanent
   D. Define hair removal services utilizing sanitation and aseptic
procedure

IV.  Makeup
   A. Discuss how to analyze a client’s facial shape and features
   B. Explain color selections before application, considering the
Following:
      1. Skin undertone
      2. Eye color
      3. Complementary colors
      4. Hair color
   C. Discuss the different cosmetics used when applying makeup and the
purpose of each
   D. Determine warm and cool colors
   E. Explain various methods of makeup applications:
      1. Makeup Lessons
      2. Daytime makeup application
      3. Special Occasion makeup application
      4. Corrective or Camouflage makeup application
      5. Video or Photography makeup application
   F. Describe Lash & Brow Tinting 

V. Business Practices
   A. Define and demonstrate positive human relations
   B. Discuss and demonstrate a professional attitude and image in
accordance with JCCC Student Handbook
   C. Discuss the importance of maintaining client records 

VI. Math and writing application.
   A. Demonstrate the ability to accurately document time
   B. Spell medical terms correctly
   C. Demonstrate a basic knowledge of medical terminology

 

Methods of Evaluation of Competencies:

Evaluation of student mastery of course competencies will be accomplished using the following methods:

Exams    45-50% of grade
Professional Presentation, Interpersonal 
Skills, and Sanitation  35-40% of grade
Quizzes and Other In-Class Assignments    05-10% of grade
                                           100%
 Grade Criteria: 
A = 94-100%
B = 88-93%
C = 82-87% Minimum requirement to submit hours to Kansas State Board of
Cosmetology
D = 75-81%
F = less than 75%

Caveats:

1. Student must achieve a final grade of “C” or better in Esthetics CO120, Esthetics Lab CO123 and Esthetics Clinical CO125 courses to qualify for advancement to second semester courses.

Disabilities:

If you are a student with a disability, and if you will be requesting accommodations, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services. Access Services will recommend any appropriate accommodations to your professor and his/her director. The professor and director will identify for you which accommodations will be arranged.

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you desire support services, contact the office of Access Services for Students With Disabilities (913) 469-8500, ext. 3521 or TDD (913) 469-3885. The Access Services office is located in the Success Center on the second floor of the Student Center.