Medical Esthetics

Medical Esthetics Training Program Medical  Esthetics Training Diploma Program With the rapid advances and the changing requirements of both the field of skin care and the practice of cosmetic medicine create an increased need for both education and special certification. The  medical esthetics diploma course is designed to present both basic core information and advanced practical knowledge in medical esthetics.  In embracing this change in skincare we have a clear understanding of the needs and expectations of estheticians and health care providers who are in the process of career transition. This course offers career possibilities for cosmetologist, nurses, estheticians, personal support workers, medical or lab assistant, holistic health practitioners and make-up artist. Medical Esthetics Training  course content and outline Course duration : 6 months including 3monthsof practical Course Modules: Course duration for students who are already trained  esthetician 3months   Cosmetology and Medicine Introduction to medical esthetics Goals and Considerations of Clinical Cosmetology Duties of the  /Medical Esthetician Patient Management Psychological Aspects of Working With Disfigured Patients Self Image Clear Communication     The Elements of Good Listening      Body Language        The Power of the Spoken Word    - Proper Verbal Communications Managing Difficult Patients   Documentation, Medical Terminology and Record Keeping Importance of Medical Documentation Patient Records Filing Patient Records Sharing Patient Information with Others Obtaining the Patient's Medical History Patient Relationship     - Confidentiality S.O.A.P. - Problem Assessment and Plan Formulation     - Subjective     - Objective     - Assessment     - Prior Makeup Experience     - Financial Status of the Patient     - Medically- Related Information     - Plan Terms Used for Charting Professional Symbols and Abbreviations     - Medical Abbreviations Dermatology Introduction Dermatology Disorders of the Skin     - Viral Infections     - Bacterial Infections     - Fungal Infections     - Parasitic Infestations     - Dermatitis     - Psoriasis     - Acne     - Rosacea (Acne Rosacea)     - The Office Management of Acne Vulgaris, a Personal Approach     - Prickly Heat     - Skin Injuries     - Autoimmune Disorders       Dermatologic Instruments     - Comedo Extractor     - Scalpel     - High Frequency Desiccation Dermatologic Procedures               -   Micro- Dermabrasion         - Collagen Injections Dermatologic Conditions     - Hypopigmentation     - Hyperpigmentation     - Dark Circles     - Melasma/Chloasma       - Acne     -Lupus erythematosus     - Dermatitis (Eczema) Corrective Makeup Makeup Foundations Bone Structure Highlighting and Contouring     - Highlighting     - Contouring     - Blending Face Shapes Corrective Makeup Techniques     - Wide Forehead     - Double Chin     - The Nose Adding Additional Color     - Cream Rouge and Powder Blushes     - Selecting the Appropriate Shade of Powdered Blusher or Rouge     - How to Apply Gels or Rouge     - How to Apply a Powdered Blusher Corrective Techniques for the Eye Area     - Eye Cosmetics      Corrective Techniques for the Lips     - Lip Liner     - Re-Defining the Lip Area     - Lipstick  Cosmetic Therapy/ Camouflage Therapy What Type of Patient is a Candidate for Camouflage Therapy? Corrective Cover Products and Setting Powders Applying Cover Creams     - Oily or Acne-Prone Skin     - Sensitive, Dry or Dehydrated Skin Matching Cover Creams to the Skin Duplicating Natural Imperfections on the Skin - Cosmetic Therapy for Children     - Camouflaging Acne Scars     - Camouflaging Hypopigmentation     - Recreating Skin Imperfections Color Correctors     - Neutralizing redness     - Tattoos     - Neutralizing Bruising     - Concealing Eyelid Incision Lines Cosmetic Therapy for Partial Baldness Cream Rouge and Powder Blushers Patient Instruction     - Cover Cream removal Method     - Guiding the Patient through the Application Process   Plastic Surgery Cosmetic Surgery The Plastic Surgeon The Operating Room Equipment Used in Plastic Surgery Implants Medications Laser  Treatment of hair removal       Surgical Treatment Face Lift (Rhytidectomy ) Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty) Forehead Lift Hair Restoration and Transplantation Contour Treatments     - Rhinoplasty     - Otoplasty     - Facial Contouring     - Liposuction Breast Enlargement Breast Reduction, Uplift, Reconstruction Tummy Tuck and Other Lifts Special Reconstructive Plastic Surgery Area  Esthetic Therapy for Cancer Patients Understanding Cancer Diagnosis     - Cancer Therapy Working with the Cancer Patient Hair Loss Hair Replacement     - Facial Hairpieces     - Artificial Eyelashes     - Camouflaging with Eyewear     - Eyebrow Alternatives  Wigs /hair extension     - Head Wraps     - Wig Manufacturers and Retail Outlets Facial treatment Skin Care Treatments and Facial Preparations Facial Treatments     - Preparing Natural Cosmetics     - Draping the Patient for the Facial     - The Facial techniques cleansing, toning exfoliate, moisturize Skin Care     - Helping the Patient Care for His or Her Skin     - His or Her Skin     - At-Home Skin Care     - How to Respond to the Patient's Skin Care Questions Edema Erythema Radiation Burns Changes in Skin Tone Photosensitivity Caring for the Nails     - Malformation of the Nails     - Infection     - Foot care for the diabetic patient      The Use of Glycolic Acid / Peels Current Uses of Glycolic Acid     - Anatomy of the Skin     - Effects of Glycolic Acid     - The Aging Process Products Containing Glycolic Acid     - Retin-A Programs for Using Glycolic Acid. Mode of instruction classroom instructor led  and hands on participation in onsite Medi Spa,demonstration of laser equipment ,hands on practical use of microdermabrasion machine on patients.  Course offered days evening and weekends   Course does not include student kit, textbook and course materials. Upon completion  of theory,practical,case studies and passing the final exam students will be  awarded  the diploma in medical esthetics.