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Program Courses
ESTH 120 Introduction to
Esthetics - Spa Industry
This is a comprehensive look at the history of
esthetics, as a background to the entire field of
study. Current career opportunities are examined
along with the necessary skills and equipment
required in order to succeed as a professional
esthetician. Time evaluation for various treatments
is taught, as are safety and first aid procedures.
ESTH 121 Hygiene,
Bacteriology, Sanitation
The importance of personal and public hygiene
is emphasised in this course. A study is made of
the bacteriology of the skin, with a look at related
diseases and disorders. Proper sanitation and
sterilization procedures are established.
ESTH 122 Skin: Anatomy,
Physiology and Disorders
Here the skin is studied at both a microscopic and
biological level. Students take an in depth look
at how the skin is structured, its properties and
functions. The course deals with the recognition
and treatment of various disorders of the skin
including lesions and blackheads.
ESTH 123 Basic Skin Care
All aspects of basic skin care are covered here,
from the importance of a liability release form
prior to treatment, through to the client consultation
itself. Students are familiarized with the
classification of skin types, skin analysis and the
nutrition and health of the skin.
ESTH 124 Facial Treatment
- Cosmetic Massage 1
Students work through the preparation of both the
treatment area and the client prior to a facial. An
understanding of what facial treatment products
are available, their application and suitability to
the various skin types is gained. Basic facial steps
without the use of equipment and basic massage
movements are covered, as is an overview of the
anatomy and physiology of the face and décolleté.
Contraindications (a factor that renders the
carrying out of a particular treatment inadvisable)
and safety for all skin types are studied.
ESTH 125 Manicure - Artificial Nails 1
This course covers the fundamentals and theory of
both manicuring and the application of artificial
nails. It begins with manicuring procedures and
the selection and preparation of instruments
though to the anatomy and physiology of the
hand and arm, diseases and disorders of the hands
and nails and the shapes of hands and nails. The
course then goes on to cover cuticle treatment,
massage for arms and hands, types of manicures
and polish application. The application of artificial
nails, their repair and follow up treatments,
concludes this module.
ESTH 126 Foot Care 1
Here the focus is on the care and treatment of
the foot. A foundation is established by studying
the anatomy and physiology of the legs and
feet. Diseases and disorders related to foot care
are noted along with the relevant treatments
available. The procedures of foot care along with
the preparation and selection of instruments are
taught.Shaping nails, nail repair, the removal of
dead skin and foot and leg massage make up the
rest of this course.
ESTH 127 Hair Removal - Waxing 1
This is the study of hair and its removal. The
composition, structure and functions of hair are
examined along with hair removal products or
depilatories. Preparation of the treatment area,
including an analysis of the clients skin, the
procedure of waxing, and follow-up treatment is
covered.
ESTH 128 General Trade/Selling/
Professionalism/Reception/Monitor
Conduct, communication and professionalism are
focused on in this broad ranging course. Students
look beyond the treatments themselves to the
demands of the working environment. Areas covered
include the assessment of a clients needs and
attitudes, reception and monitor duties and appointment
booking. On a communications level
subjects include client greeting, client consultation
and telephone manner. Time is given to image
projection, appropriate dress, personal development,
motivation and goal setting. Promotion of
the services offered, maintaining client satisfaction
and attendance requirements are covered. The
course also deals with the legal requirements when
performing esthetic treatments, the Cosmetology
Act and Association and the rules for professional
ethics and standards.
ESTH 131 Cosmetic Chemistry
- Product Knowledge
How products are made, what they are made of
and why, is the essence of this course. Students
take an in-depth look at organic and inorganic
chemistry, the properties of common elements,
compounds and mixtures, and the pH scale.
Product knowledge includes an understanding of
moisturizers, nourishing creams and skin tonics.
ESTH 132 Anatomy and Physiology
This is an overview of the body, how it is
structured and its major systems; integumentary,
muscular, nervous, sensory, endocrine, circulatory,
lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary,
reproductive. Students become familiar with
anatomical terms and definitions.
ESTH 133 Basic Makeup
Makeup is studied as an art and science.
Starting with client consultation and preparation,
through to ethics and attitude towards makeup.
An analysis is made of basic facial shapes and
features, so the correct choice of makeup options
can be made. Makeup is looked at regarding
colour psychology, the selection of appropriate
foundation, and use of blusher, eyeliner, mascara
and lip colour, and the art of facial contouring.
Students are instructed in basic day makeup and
the enhancement of eyebrows and eyelashes.
ESTH 134 Facial Treatment
- Cosmetic Massage 2
Here students are introduced to the use of
electricity, galvanic current and high frequency
in esthetics. There is an opportunity to practice
with the equipment used in facials, including light
therapy. Time management skills are honed to
ensure facial treatments are completed within the
allotted time.
ESTH 135 Manicure - Artificial Nails 2
The goal of this course is build on the theoretical
knowledge gained in Manicure and Artificial Nails
I by giving students the opportunity to practice
manicuring and artificial nail application on clients.
The correct use of implements and products
on clients, including following all sanitary and
safety rules, is emphasised.
ESTH 136 Foot Care 2
This course is designed to build on the theoretical
expertise gained from the preceding course, Foot
Care I. The goal here is to spend time in the
practical application of foot care using the proper
implements and products on clients, including
following all sanitary and safety rules.
ESTH 137 Hair Removal - Waxing 2
In this course students are given time in the
salon to put into practice the theory learned in
Hair Removal and Waxing 1. The goal being the
proper use of implements and products on clients,
including following all sanitary and safety rules.
ESTH 140 Small Business Management
This course is designed to compliment the
esthetician skills acquired so that graduates have
an understanding of the setting up and running
of a small business, and the confidence to enter
School of Industry and Trades Training
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