Esthetics Program

- Skin science
- Intro to medical Esthetics
- Advanced spa therapy training classes [learn more]
- Spa facials and waxing
- Microdermabrasion  [learn more]
- Aromatherapy and phytotherapy  [learn more]
- Advanced chemical and glycolic peels  [learn more]
- Advanced enzyme therapy treatments  [learn more]
- Career placement assistance

Schedules / Start Dates

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Department of Education Disclosures

Academy for Salon Professionals OPEID#- 041857
Program CIP code- 12-0409
Program SOC code- 39.5094
Program name-Esthetics
Program level- Undergraduate 01
Program length- full time 5 months, part time 9 months

Related occupations-
Esthetician/Skin Care Specialist
Makeup Artists
Product Sales Representative
Salon/Spa Manager
Salon/Spa Owner
Esthetics Instructor
Trainer/Educator for product lines
Paramedical Esthetician

Program costs

Tuition:	$9040.00
Kit:	$1200.00
Books:	$300.00 (book list)
STRF Fee:	$27.00
Tax:	$123.75
Application Fee:	$100.00
Housing:	No housing is provided on campus

Total: $10,790.75

Program website- academyforsalonpros.com
Debt at program completion-
        Students completing -2010: 27
        Students completing with any student loan: 5, 18.5%
Median Cumulative Debt
        Federal Student Loan Debt: 0
        Private Loan Debt : $6234
        Institutional Financing plan debt: 0
Completion Rate 2010- 77%
Placement Rate 2009- 60%

Course Description

Our curriculum is designed to inspire students to pursue opportunities in salon and spa management, runway, print advertising, television, stage, film, marketing, sales, and product development. Learn the industry from the world’s best and graduate with the knowledge to not only ace State Board but to be a skilled part of today's thriving skin care industry:

ESTHETICS PROGRAM OUTLINE- Your 600 hour program is divided into two phases

Core - 300 hours (7 weeks full time). For part time education the hours remain the same but the weeks in each phase will double. Your first eight weeks at the Academy for Salon Professionals focus on preparing you for actual work on the clinic floor. You will be introduced to layers of the skin, infection control, skin physiology, bacteriology, skin analysis, facials and facial massage, and waxing techniques. You will be introduced to state board regulations, and sanitation laws. You will take makeup theory and practical classes including: natural/neutral, how to build a kit, eyelashes, and the “perfect” red lip. Class begins with classroom theory, and you will progress to work on mannequins. By the end of the seven weeks you will be working with live models and taking clients on the clinic floor. At the end of Core you will be anxious to apply what you’ve learned in our “real world” spa environment.

Final Phase (8 weeks full time). Your next eight weeks will focus on getting you acclimated to clinic floor activities. You will continue to take classes in skin theory and you will take advanced classes in Brazilian wax techniques, body treatments, Microdermabrasion, alpha hydroxy acids, advanced body treatments and aromatherapy. You will take advanced makeup classes including tattoo cover up, bridal makeup and photo shoot. This is an exciting time as you get ready for your upcoming graduation show. You will create a story board for up to two models. Then you will make your vision come to life for an evening performance for family friends and the salon industry. You will also create a portfolio of professionally done photos of a model for which you create make-up. You will also spend a good deal of time preparing for state board testing and you will have your “mock” state board test which will make you feel more confident to take your real state board examination. You will also get to take practice written tests so that you are completely confident and comfortable with the testing to become a licensed Esthetician with the state. Final Phase also includes multiple resume and interview classes that will help you develop a strong personalized resume and cover letter. With the resumes classes you also receive hands on coaching – including what to wear, questions to ask, and how to give a confident answer during the interview process. At this phase you will take a spa tour so that you may be introduced to potential employers.
The Academy for Salon Professionals uses Pivot Point text books and teaching methods such as audio-visual, big posters, hands-on, games, lecture, crossword puzzles, round-robin, Jeopardy, role play, etc. Your books will include a Textbook, a Study Guide, and a State Board Review book. In addition, Nuts and Bolts is used to teach personal business development. Students move from classroom instruction to clinic (hands-on) instruction, where practical knowledge is applied to a large client base.
Graduates from this program receive a diploma and/or any certifications earned during the course of the program.

Number of students completing in 2010 -27