© Copyright 2011 Guy’s Academy Hair, Skin & NailsThe course covers basic knowledge and techniques in developing skills in facials, massage, hair removal and make-up. Students will receive a basic understanding of science, business management and state law, as it relates to esthetics. The State of Louisiana requires 750 hours, but our course requires 900 hours to develop the skills to be competitive in the field of Esthetics.COURSE GOALS:Upon completion of this course, the student will have demonstrated competencies required to pass the State Board examination and the ability to:1.Analyze and recognize skin disorders.2.Perform facial massage techniques.3.Operate skin care treatment machines.4.Apply masks for the improvement of the skin.5.Perform superfluous hair treatment.6.Recommend prescriptions for home care retailing.7.Apply make-up.8.Apply safety and sanitary measures for the protection of the client.9.Secure a position as an Esthetician, Make-up Artist, Salesperson, Manager, Cosmetic Buyer, Manufacturer’s Representative, Research Assistant, Beauty Editor.INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES AND METHODS:Guy’s Academy offers the latest skin care techniques taught by licensed Estheticians. We are committed to preparing our future professionals by providing them with the opportunity to use top industry product lines such as Dermalogica, Murad, Bio-therapeutic and Jane Iredale. Equipment, implements, and products are compatible to those used currently in the spa and medi spa industry. Subjects are presented by demonstration, workshops, lectures, written and practical examination, guest speakers, student participation, power point and audio visual aids.EVALUATION PROCEDURES:Students are assigned theory study and a minimum number of practical experiences. Theory is evaluated after each unit of study. Practical assignments are evaluated according to the practical grading criteria. Students must maintain an average of 80% in theory, practical and academic work. Students must pass a final written and practical exam with a grade of at least 80%. Students are given a progress report every month and graded according to the following system:E - Excellent 94-100%, G - Good 87-93%, S - Satisfactory 80-86%, U - Unsatisfactory 0-79%.TEXTBOOKS:ISBN #:Milady’s Standard Esthetics Advanced978-1-4283-1975-2Milady’s Textbook for Professional Estheticians978-1-4283-1892-2Milady’s Workbook for Professional Estheticians978-1-4283-1894-6Milady’s Exam Review978-1-4283-1895-3Dermalogica The BookNot AvailableJane Iredale Training Manual and WorkbookNot AvailableNuts & Bolts ProGrow System - Personal and Business Development ProgramNot AvailableLouisiana Administrative Code / Professional and Occupational StandardsNot Available
© Copyright 2011 Guy’s Academy Hair, Skin & NailsThe course covers basic knowledge and techniques in developing skills in facials, massage, hair removal and make-up. Students will receive a basic understanding of science, business management and state law, as it relates to esthetics. The State of Louisiana requires 750 hours, but our course requires 900 hours to develop the skills to be competitive in the field of Esthetics.COURSE GOALS:Upon completion of this course, the student will have demonstrated competencies required to pass the State Board examination and the ability to:1.Analyze and recognize skin disorders.2.Perform facial massage techniques.3.Operate skin care treatment machines.4.Apply masks for the improvement of the skin.5.Perform superfluous hair treatment.6.Recommend prescriptions for home care retailing.7.Apply make-up.8.Apply safety and sanitary measures for the protection of the client.9.Secure a position as an Esthetician, Make-up Artist, Salesperson, Manager, Cosmetic Buyer, Manufacturer’s Representative, Research Assistant, Beauty Editor.INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES AND METHODS:Guy’s Academy offers the latest skin care techniques taught by licensed Estheticians. We are committed to preparing our future professionals by providing them with the opportunity to use top industry product lines such as Dermalogica, Murad, Bio-therapeutic and Jane Iredale. Equipment, implements, and products are compatible to those used currently in the spa and medi spa industry. Subjects are presented by demonstration, workshops, lectures, written and practical examination, guest speakers, student participation, power point and audio visual aids.EVALUATION PROCEDURES:Students are assigned theory study and a minimum number of practical experiences. Theory is evaluated after each unit of study. Practical assignments are evaluated according to the practical grading criteria. Students must maintain an average of 80% in theory, practical and academic work. Students must pass a final written and practical exam with a grade of at least 80%. Students are given a progress report every month and graded according to the following system:E - Excellent 94-100%, G - Good 87-93%, S - Satisfactory 80-86%, U - Unsatisfactory 0-79%.TEXTBOOKS:ISBN #:Milady’s Standard Esthetics Advanced978-1-4283-1975-2Milady’s Textbook for Professional Estheticians978-1-4283-1892-2Milady’s Workbook for Professional Estheticians978-1-4283-1894-6Milady’s Exam Review978-1-4283-1895-3Dermalogica The BookNot AvailableJane Iredale Training Manual and WorkbookNot AvailableNuts & Bolts ProGrow System - Personal and Business Development ProgramNot AvailableLouisiana Administrative Code / Professional and Occupational StandardsNot Available
