ESTHETICS AND ESTHETICS INSTRUCTOR PROGRAMS
A. B. C SCHOOL OF NAIL TECHNOLOGY INC
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THE ESTHETICS PROGRAM INCLUDES
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CURRENT PRICING ON THE ESTHETICS PROGRAM AND IF YOU HAVE ANY
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The A.B.C. School of Cosmetology and Nail Technology Esthetics Program is a 750 hour Illinois
sanctioned licensing program to become a Esthetician. The program includes theory and practical
training to successfully pass the Illinois State Board Exam.
Employment Outlook and Salary Information

Estheticians and other skin care specialists held approximately 38,800 jobs in 2008, according to the
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (www.bls.gov). Job opportunities in the field were expected to rise
rapidly, with 38% growth predicted in the profession between 2008 and 2018. The popularity of
rejuvenating and relaxing skin treatments was expected to fuel this growth. Estheticians and other skin
care specialists had median hourly wages of $13.81, which includes tips, in May 2008.
1.  Sanitation and Infection Control

  •   Microbiology
              Pathogenic and non-pathogenic bacteria
              Viruses
              Animal and plant parasites (examples lice, fungi)

  •   Levels of infection control    
              Sanitation
              Disinfection
              Sterilization

  •    Methods of infection control

  •  Safety procedures
              OSHA bloodborne pathogen standards
              Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
              Blood spill procedures

2.  Human Physiology and Anatomy

  •  Cells    
         Structure
              Growth and reproduction
  •    Tissues

  •  Organs

  •  Systems and their functions
              Skeletal
              Muscular
              Nervous
              Vaccular/circulatory

3.  Integumentary System and Skin Histology

  •   Integumentary System and Skin Histology
         Epidermis
              Dermis
              Subcutaneous

  •   Glands
         Sebaceous
              Sudoriferous

  •   Functions of the skin
         Protection
              Sensation   
         Temperature regulation
               Excretion
               Secretion
               Absorption

4.  Disorders of the Sebaceous and Sudoriferous Glands

5.  Skin Conditions, Disorders, and Diseases

  •  Inflammation and rashes

  •   Pigmentation

  •   Skin growths and lesions

5.  Hair, Follicle, and its Growth Cycle

6.  Basic Chemistry

  •  Acidity/ Alkalinity (pH)

  •   Organic and inorganic                        


7.  Skin Care Products

  •   Ingredients     
  •   Composition                  

8. Factors that Affect the Skin

  •   Intrinsic factors  
  •  Extrinsic factors  

9.  Skin Analysis and Implementation Procedures related to
Consultation, Documentation, and Treatment

  •   Client consultation   
  •   Draping