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Basic Paramedical Aesthetics 8 hours This specialized curriculum is designed to prepare the professional esthetician for working in the medical environment. Medical esthetics has become one of the fastest growing components of the esthetics profession. A medical esthetician requires special skills and knowledge to work at an advanced level of skin physiology, cosmetic ingredients, and consultation to be able incorporate each component into delivering dramatic, results oriented skin care treatments to their clients and patients. As well as to have the knowledge and skill to work side by side with patients having undergone medical procedures that improve and affect the skin. THis course is designed to provide every esthetician with the ability to work at the optimal level of esthetics within their scope of practice. Clients are seeking skin care results, and they are coming to their skin care expert to get them! Curriculum Outline:
Skin Physiology and Histology – Inflammation and Wound Healing
Skin Disorders and Diseases
Client Consultation, Skin Classification and Analysis
Microdermabrasion, Exfoliation and Chemical Peels
Cosmetic Ingredients
Chemical Peels 8 hours Chemical Peels have become a staple of the esthetics profession. Peels are used for anti-aging, hyperpigmentation, acne and oily skin, as well as to deliver over all healthier, smoother more youthful skin. Grasp a complete understanding of the different types of chemical peels. Enzymes, alpha/beta peels, Jessners solution as well as advanced technology in chemical peeling agents will be discussed. Attendees will learn the physiological reactions of peeling agents on the skin, as well as how to determine what peels are suitable for each skin type and condition.

Advanced Paramedical Aesthetics (Basic Medical Aesthetics required to take this course) 16 hours This 2 day program integrates the science and precision of advanced skin care procedures with the artistry and elegance of beauty. This step-by-step inspirational program will walk you through what you need to do and to know to start a career in medical aesthetics and how to be successful in this field. 
By the end of the program, the attendee will be knowledgeable in all aspects of medical aesthetics, deeply informed of up-to-date skin care procedures, products and theories, be very self-confident in handling the most precise and difficult skin care procedures. 
1. Advanced consultation & assessment of new client.
This will explain in detail the first encounter with the client, how to assess the problem, perform thorough consultation, diagnosis, plan of treatment and follow-ups.

2. Psychological aspects of the client.
Each person is different and it is quite imperative to understand the psychology of the client to give the appropriate skin care to that person.

3. Structure, Function of the skin.
To be able to apply the new technologies and methodologies in skin care, it is quite important to understand skin’s anatomy and physiology in a simple way.

4. Skin absorption. 
Proper skin care is based on the appropriate skin care process with the application of the right products. The knowledge of different theories behind skin absorption will be quite helpful in this matter.

5. Bacteriology in a salon setting.
Creating bacteria free environment is essential in a medical aesthetic practice. Bacteriology simplified is the subject of this topic. 6. Role of OSHA in medical spas. 7. Sanitation & sterilization.

8. Chemistry and products ingredients.
Skin care products are made of chemical formulas. Simplified knowledge of chemistry will help in successfully choosing the right products for the right skin.

9. Skin disorders
Exposure to different skin conditions that you should refer to a physician. 

10. Skin conditions you can treat.
That exposes you to all skin conditions which you can successfully treat or refer to a doctor.

11. Pigmentation disorders.
Pigmentation is a common skin problem. To treat it properly you should know in depth the theory of pigmentation. 

12. Evaluation and treatment of pigmented lesions successfully.
How to evaluate pigmentation. In depth management and treatment of pigmentation.

13. Aging and photo-aging.
Theories and types of aging are explained in depth.

14. Evaluation and treatment of photo-aging. 
The proper approach to evaluate & assess photo-aging and its treatment modalities. 15. Skin Rejuvenation

16. Acne and Rosacea.
In order to successfully treat acne, patho-physiology of Acne and Rosacea is addressed in detail.

17. Evaluation and advanced treatment of acne and Rosacea.
Proper evaluation and staging of acne is a must. Discusses advanced and different skin care treatments of Acne and Rosacea. 18. How to reduce scars & stretch marks.

19. Chemical peels, types, indications, contraindications.
Chemical peels, their types, grades and different acids are explained in detail. It also discusses the difference between buffered and pure acids.

20. New equipment in medical aesthetics.
New equipment is being developed every day. What are they? What you should buy and not to buy?

21. Microdermabrasion.
The theory of microdermabrasion, its benefits and why consumer requests it.

22. Introduction to Botox and Fillers.
What is Botox, why it is used, its benefits and limitation. The theory behind Fillers, their benefits and limitations.

23. Lasers.
In depth discussion on Lasers, their types, functions, results. Will discuss IPL, Photo-laser and Hair removal lasers. 24. Skin Nutrition.
Discuss in detail the nutritional elements that rejuvenate the skin

25. Medical terminology.
As a medical aesthetician, knowledge of common medical terminology is required.

26. Role of medical aesthetician in a medical office.
As a medical aesthetician, what is your role in a medical office and what you can do under the umbrella of this office.

27. How to set-up a medical aesthetic practice.
If you want to open your own business, this will guide you step-by-step to a very successful practice.

28. Business aspect of medical aesthetics.
A must to succeed in the outside world.

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