Description:

This course provides skill instruction and practical application of skin care in a clinical 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 128 clinical 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 to state law.
2. Perform the different advanced skin care techniques.
3. Follow appropriate business practices and state laws.
4. Demonstrate the types of advanced therapies that are available in the esthetics setting.
5. Apply math and writing concepts to the practice of esthetics.

Content Outline & Competencies:

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

II. Skin Treatments
   A. Demonstrate preparation of treatment rooms and client draping.
   B. Perform professional client consultation.
   C. Identify techniques necessary to conduct a proper skin analysis for
different skin types and customize treatments for each.
   D. Identify characteristics of skin:
      1. Degrees of aging
      2. Fitzpatrick types
      3. Skin types
   E. Identify skin conditions, lesions, and the difference between
diseases and disorders utilizing advanced skin analysis equipment.
   F. Assess muscular structures, functions, and various nerves that are
affected during facial treatments.
   G. Perform customized exfoliation techniques, such as:
      1. Physical
      2. Chemical
      3. Mechanical
   H. Perform various massage movements, including:
      1. Effleurage
      2. Petrissage
      3. Friction
      4. Tapotement
      5. Vibration
   I. Perform Manual Lymphatic Drainage.
   J. Recommend alternatives to European Massage Treatments, such as
acupressure.
   K. Demonstrate techniques necessary to prepare and perform body
treatments.
      1. Conduct proper set-up.
      2. Use appropriate draping techniques for various treatments.
      3. Properly use Reflexology in body treatments.
   L. Use safety precautions when performing electrical treatments.
      1. Select the appropriate electrical current.
      2. Apply 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. Demonstrate how to use machines and other apparatus for advanced
professional skin care, including:
      1. Body Treatments
      2. Facial Treatments
   N. Perform various face and body treatments used in the skin care
center and know their specific contraindications.
   O. Explain and perform the difference between various advanced massage
techniques and their specific contraindications.
   P. Identify and discuss with your client the advanced types of facial
and body treatments available.
   Q. Recognize and advise client of the different types of medical
procedures performed by physicians that are related to the esthetics
profession.

III. Hair Removal
   A. Determine proper temporary hair removal methods, including:
      1. Hard wax
      2. Soft wax
   B. Perform 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
   C. Use proper sanitation and aseptic procedure in hair removal
services.

IV. Makeup
   A. Analyze a client's facial shape and features. 
   B. Identify color selections before application, considering the
following:
      1. Skin undertone
      2. Eye Color
      3. Complementary colors
      4. Hair color
   C. Determine warm and cool colors.
   D. Demonstrate methods of makeup applications:
      1. Client makeup Lessons
      2. Daytime makeup application
      3. Special Occasion makeup application
      4. Corrective or Camouflage makeup application
      5. Video or Photography makeup application
   E. Apply Lash and Brow Tinting.

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

VI. Business Practices
   A. Exhibit positive human relations.
   B. Present a professional attitude and image in accordance with JCCC
Student Handbook.
   C. Maintain accurate 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.

VII. Math and Writing Application
   A. Perform proper documentation on advanced treatments with client.
   B. Establish and maintain accurate client records.
   C. Perform assessments utilizing medical terminology.

Methods of Evaluation of Competencies:

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

Professional Presentation,    55-60% of grade
Interpersonal Skills, and 
Sanitation
Practical Evaluations         35-40% 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.