Pamela Hill Institute

When becoming an aesthetician most students start by taking the 600-hour basic course. It is listed as basic but it does offer an excellent educational foundation. This 600 hour program is required in many US states to become a clinician or aesthetician. While 600 hours isn’t enough to make someone a master of every aspects of the profession, it does provide enough of an understanding of aesthetics to get a person well on their way, gaining practical experience through doing, hopefully gaining mentoring from an older and more experienced aesthetician and finding continuing education coursework to take along the way.

Many schools offer a Masters course as well, designed for those who prefer an advanced level of education and training before entering the workforce. 

See the sample program outlines for each below

Courses may offer: Advanced Facial Treatments, Includes Hot/ Cold Stone Facial, Advanced Exfoliation Techniques, (including Chemical Peeling: Beta hydroxy acids, Alpha hydroxy acids, Jessner, Active Enzyme Peeling and Microdermabrasion), Spa Body Treatments, Mud Compress Treatment, Seaweed wraps, Full body Bronzing, Body wraps, Cellulite Treatment, Detoxification, Herbal wraps, Stone therapy treatments, Advanced Manicures and Pedicures, Credo blade, Acid peels, Callous removal, Medical Procedures, Pre and postoperative care, Advanced Lymphatic Drainage, Basic Knowledge of laser treatments and procedures.

Taking advantage of the chance to taking the Masters course, although not required, is a good idea if you are serious about your profession. Life is a learning process, as is business, and especially any business dealing with people and their health like aesthetics. As a professional you owe it to yourself to continue your education in a Masters course if you can find the time to take the advanced course, and you have the finances available to do so.

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Sample Outline for 600 Hour Basic Course:
From: SkinScience Institute of Laser & Esthetics

The Basic Course was designed to meet most state requirements for a Basic Esthetician's license. Check our licensing information page to find out about your state's specific requirements. We work with our students individually to make sure that specific educational needs and requirements are met.

Basic Course Practical “hands on” Training:

Manicures
Pedicures
Paraffin Bath for Hands and Feet
Eyebrow Tinting
Eyelash Tinting
Eyelash Perming
False Eyelash Application
Facial Waxing
Full Body Waxing
Depilatories- Other Methods of Temporary Hair Removal
Full Body Salt Glow
Body Bronzer
Back Treatments
Aromatherapy Facial Treatments-

Includes essential oil blends, pressure point massage

European Facial Treatments -

Includes cleansing of the skin, skin analysis, exfoliation, extractions, professional European massage, packs and mask application, toning, and moisturizing

Basic Lymphatic Drainage of the Face and Neck
Minimal Limited Chemical Peeling
Skin Exfoliation Techniques
Basic Makeup Application
Dramatic Makeup Application
Facials with the Aid of Machines
Acne Treatments
Rosacea Treatments
Specialty Masks-

Includes work with modeling rubberized masks, oatmeal mask, collagen mask, paraffin mask, mud masks, and vitamin therapy masks.

Basic Course Classroom Theory Lectures:

Textbook Used:
Milady’s Fundamentals for Estheticians; Textbook and Workbook

Reference Textbook:
Comprehensive Training for Estheticians Textbook

Skin Care History and Opportunities
Professionalism
Sanitation and Disinfection
Anatomy, Physiology, and Histology of the Skin
Basic Chemistry
Product Ingredients
Electricity Basics
Skin Disorders and Diseases
Skin Analysis
Basic Facial Theory
Theory on Facial Machines
Hair Removal
Free Radicals
Antioxidants
Enzymes
Chemical Peels
Cosmetic Procedures
Pre and Postoperative Care
Makeup Theory
Business of the Salon/ Spa World
Product Sales and Services
Career Planning-includes Resume and cover letter building, preparing for licensure and work in the field of esthetics

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Sample Outline for 1200 Hour Master Course:

From: SkinScience Institute of Laser & Esthetics

The Comprehensive Masters Course was designed for the esthetics student starting at the beginning. We'll guide you through the entire educational process, including everything you need to feel confident in a Spa, Salon or Medical environment.

At The SkinScience Institute of Laser & Esthetics, we work with our students individually to make sure that individual educational needs are met.

Comprehensive Masters Course Practical “hands on” Training:

Manicures
Pedicures
Paraffin Bath for Hands and Feet
Eyebrow Tinting
Eyelash Tinting
Eyelash Perming
False Eyelash Application
Facial Waxing
Full Body Waxing
Depilatories- Other Methods of Temporary Hair Removal
Full Body Salt Glow
Body Bronzer
Aromatherapy Facial Treatments-

Includes essential oil blends, pressure point massage

European Facial Treatments -

Includes cleansing of the skin, skin analysis, exfoliation, extractions, professional European massage, packs and mask application, toning, and moisturizing

Basic Lymphatic Drainage of the Face and Neck
Minimal Limited Chemical Peeling
Skin Exfoliation Techniques
Basic Makeup Application
Dramatic Makeup Application
Facials with the Aid of Machines
Acne Treatments
Rosacea Treatments
Specialty Masks-

Includes work with modeling rubberized masks, oatmeal mask, collagen mask, paraffin mask, mud masks, and vitamin therapy masks.

Advanced Facial Treatments-
Includes Hot/ Cold Stone Facial
Advanced Exfoliation Techniques-
Includes Chemical Peeling: Beta hydroxy acids, Alpha hydroxy acids, Jessner
Active Enzyme Peeling
Microdermabrasion
Spa Body Treatments-
Includes Full body salt glow and mud compress treatment
Seaweed wraps
Full body Bronzing
Body wraps
Cellulite Treatment
Detoxification inch loss wraps
Herbal wraps
Stone therapy treatments
Advanced Manicures and Pedicures-
Credo blade
Acid peels
Callous removal
Medical Procedures-
Pre and postoperative care
Advanced Lymphatic Drainage
Basic Knowledge of laser treatments and procedures

Comprehensive Masters Course Classroom Theory Lectures:

Textbooks Used:
Milady’s Fundamentals for Estheticians; Textbook and Workbook
Milady’s Beyond the Basics by Mark Lees; Textbook & Workbook
Milady's The Clinical Esthetician

Reference Textbook:
Milady’s Comprehensive Training for Estheticians

Skin Care History and Opportunities
Professionalism
Sanitation and Disinfection
Anatomy, Physiology, and Histology of the Skin
Basic Chemistry
Product Ingredients
Electricity Basics
Skin Disorders and Diseases
Skin Analysis
Basic Facial Theory
Theory on Facial Machines
Hair Removal
Free Radicals
Antioxidants
Enzymes
Chemical Peels
Cosmetic Procedures
Pre and Postoperative Care
Makeup Theory
Business of the Salon/ Spa World
Product Sales and Services
Career Planning-

Includes Resume and cover letter building, preparing for licensure and work in the field of esthetics

Advanced Anatomy and Physiology of the Skin
Skin Penetration of Product
The Immune System
Free Radicals
Aids
Sanitation, Disinfection, Hygiene and Sterilization
Hormones and Their Effect on the Skin
Sensitive skin, Rosacea, and Allergies
Cosmetic Chemistry
Performance Ingredients
Acne Management
Comedogenicity
Extractions
Sun Damage and Aging
Theory of Advanced Chemical Peeling and Exfoliation Techniques
Scientific Approach to Skin Care
Men’s Facials
Nutrition
Pharmacology
Aging Skin
Sensitive Skin
Hyper pigmentation
Acne
Ethnic Skin
Holistic/ Alternative Skin Care
Advanced Home Care
Camouflage Therapy
Treating Plastic Surgery Patients
Medical Conditions
Diseases and Disorders (In Depth)
Basic Medical Skin Care Procedures
Pre and Postoperative care
Medical Relations
Medical terminology, charts, and documentation
Working in a Medical Environment
Basic Business Administration