Description:

This course provides skill instruction of skin care in a lab setting. Topics include sanitation, skin sciences, waxing, skin treatments, makeup, business practices and state law. The in-state tuition is $104, and the out-of-state tuition is $410. This class meets 53 laboratory 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.

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. Perform sanitation procedures in accordance with state law.
2. Perform the different advanced skin care techniques.
3. Demonstrate the types of advanced therapies that are available in the esthetics setting.
4. Follow appropriate business practices and state laws.
5. Apply math and writing concepts to the practice of esthetics.

Content Outline & Competencies:

I. Sanitation
   A. Follow Kansas Board of Cosmetology state law regulations.
   B. Demonstrate how to prevent the spread of bacteria.
   C. Practice methods of sterilization and sanitation employed in the
salon.

II. Advanced Skin Treatments
   A. Demonstrate how to use machines and other apparatus for advanced
professional skin care, including:
      1. Body Treatments
      2. Facial Treatments
   B. Perform the various face and body treatments used in the skin care
center and know their specific contraindications.
   C. Identify the difference between various advanced massage techniques
and their specific contraindications.
   D. Identify and discuss with your client the advanced types of facial
and body treatments available.
   E. Recognize any evidence of medical procedures related to esthetics
and implications to procedure.

III. Career Planning
   A. Demonstrate an understanding of day spa.
   B. Perform skills necessary to properly manage clients and facilities.

IV. Business Practices
   A. Demonstrate positive human relations.
   B. Demonstrate a professional attitude and image in accordance with
JCCC Student Handbook.
   C. Maintain client records.
   D. Perform customized treatments in order to recommend retail and
encourage client retention.
   E. Work within "scope of practice."
   F. Practice safety measures when providing advanced techniques and
services.

V. Math and Writing Application
   A. Establish and maintain accurate client records.
   B. Demonstrate assessments utilizing medical terminology.
   C. Demonstrate proper documentation on advanced treatments with
client.
   D. Demonstrate knowledge of advanced terminology.

Methods of Evaluation of Competencies:

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

Performance Rubrics           45-50% of grade
Professional Presentation,
Interpersonal Skills, and
Sanitation                   35-40% of grade
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: NONE

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.