Full Specialist

Objectives

The objective of this program and curriculum is to provide complete training in the field of Facial Specialist and Nail Technician for students interested in employment in fine salon or spas. The students will be prepared for the final examination in order to be registered as a licensed Full Specialist. After completing the necessary credit hours and services, the students will receive a Diploma stating that they have satisfactorily completed the course.

Description

This program combines the knowledge of two disciplines, Facial Specialist and Nail Technician. The students will develop skills in facial techniques, hair removal, makeup applications, manicure, pedicure, nail art and artificial nail work. Upon successful completion of the program hours, clinic services and final exam, the students will receive a certificate of completion and will be registered with the State for licensing.

TextBooks

• Milady’s Standard Fundamentals for Estheticians. 12th English Edition, 2019. ISBN-13: 9781337095020
• Milady Standard Nail Technology.  8th English Edition. 2020 ISBN-13: 9780357446867

Cost of the Program

• Enrollment Fee: $150.00
• Professional Equipment's (Facial and Nails): $860.00
• Books and Learning Materials: $480.00
• Uniforms (2): $80.00
• Tuition: $6,430.00
• Total: $8,000.00

Program Description

PROFESSIONAL ETHICS (GN01), 50 CLOCK HOURS

Ethics is described as the philosophical study of moral values, rules and principles depicting what are right

and wrong concerning proper conduct in business. Proper etiquette will ensure that your clients, coworkers and superiors will come to appreciate you and will treat you the same way. Proper professional ethics will promote your success.

SANITATION / DISINFECTION (GN02), 35 CLOCK HOURS

Sanitation and disinfection is of vital importance for infection control, client’s safety and one’s safety. The student will be very familiar with the rules and regulation to sanitize implements and equipment in the salon.

FLORIDA LAW (GN03), 10 CLOCK HOURS

The students will learn to establish and describe the different types of properties, structure, function and requirements necessary to run a successful business, the law’s that govern a Full Specialist’s activities. Also, they will learn the requirements for license renovation, the penalties for different infraction, and the security and health requirements of a beauty salon and in general, all the laws and rules established by the State of Florida.

AIDS / HIV (GN04), 5 CLOCK HOURS

The students will be required to complete the AIDS / HIV four (4) hour program and pass an examination before graduating. The school provides a four-hour class in which the instructor discusses the course using the handbook provided by Informed. This is an Institution approved by the State of Florida to certify the students for this course.

PRACTICAL SKILLS GN05, 160 CLOCK HOURS

This course will allow to the students to increase hands-on training and skils with specialized equipment providing real-world experience. In addition, in this course the student will know advanced techniques for basic nail care as well as artificial nail products and the chemistry of nails. Also, they will apply a complete manicure and pedicure treatment and the techniques of nail enhancements and design.

SKIN THEORY (FS01), 25 CLOCK HOURS

The students will learn to identify the composition of the skin, the different types of skin and its functions, as well as diseases of the skin and the treatment rendered to treat such diseases and care for then skin.

FACIALS (FS02), 75 CLOCK HOURS

The students will be trained in the different types of facials and basic corrective treatment and maintenance techniques, application of electrical techniques in facials, dermatological, mechanical and chemical reactions of light therapy, and the use of proper methods to guarantee the health and well bring of the clients.

PRODUCTS KNOWLEDGE (FS03), 5 CLOCK HOURS

The students will learn the chemical composition of cosmetics and their classification. They will become familiar with products such as: suspensions, solutions, emulsions, pomades, soaps and powders in order to obtain better results when performing a service.

LIGHT THERAPY (FS04), 10 CLOCK HOURS

The students will learn that light therapy may be used to produce beneficial effects on the body by the use of treatments in which rays of light waves are used.

HAIR REMOVAL / WAXING / TWEEZING (FS05), 20 CLOCK HOURS

The students will become familiar with the preferences for different methods and the client’ need to eliminate unwanted corporal hair, and to recommend to the client the most adequate way of such removal. They will also learn the temporary and permanent procedures available and the use of electrolysis and the application, rules and regulations of such a service.

MAKEUP APPLICATION (FS06), 20 CLOCK HOURS

The students will learn the different designs and tendencies of makeup related to fashion, clothes and hair, and the artistic concept necessary to visually alter characteristics through the application of lighter and darker tones and corrective makeup. They will also be trained in the elements necessary for technical makeup and products, and the inspiring and exciting possibilities that exist in makeup design.

CONSULTATION & PREPARATION (FS07), 5 CLOCK HOURS

In this course the students will learn the steps to follow for a successful client consultation such as: the greeting, the proper tone of voice, establishing communication, filling out a consultation information sheet, asking questions, analyzing and evaluating and completing a service.

NAIL THEORY (NT01), 40 CLOCK HOURS

The students will learn safety and health preservation nail anatomy, bacteria, viruses, molds, diseases and disorders of the nail, diseases and disorders of the skin, client consultation and job skills, including customer relations and salesmanship.

MANICURE (NT02), 15 CLOCK HOURS

The student will learn to use manicuring implements, supplies and procedures in shaping and polishing the nails, the artful care of hands, proper arrangement and preparation of the manicure table, massage, plain and hot oil manicure and identifying and using various products.

PEDICURE (NT03), 15 CLOCK HOURS

The student will learn to use pedicuring complements, supplies, procedures in shaping and polishing the nails, the artful care of feet, proper arrangement and preparation of the pedicure area and supplies, massage, identifying and using various products, safety in the handling of tools and products, etc.

GEL LAMP (NT04), 10 CLOCK HOURS

The students will be trained in the use of different types of gel lamps, how to apply on natural or artificial nails, proper use of supplies and implements, the application of a tip with an adhesive, proper procedures on problem nails, the repair and maintenance of these services.

ACRYLIC NAILS (NT05), 40 CLOCK HOURS

The objective is to instruct students in the proper procedures to lengthen shape, color and design artificial nails. They will be trained in the application of acrylic on natural and artificial nails.

NAIL WRAPS (NT06), 10 CLOCK HOURS

The students will learn the application of fiberglass over a natural or an artificial nail, the proper use of supplies and implements, the procedure of using material to mend a break, the repair and maintenance of these services.

POLISH & NAIL ART (NT07), 5 CLOCK HOURS

The students will learn correct polishing procedures to express their creativity in different ways, from simple patterns to detailed images and to use different accessories for nail art. The objective is to train students in the proper use of supplies and implements, the various products and their safe use, the application of the tip with an adhesive and the repair and maintenance of this service. Students will be trained in the proper use of supplies and implements, the various products and their safe use, the application of nail forms, the procedure for the application of acrylic to form a nail, the use of an electric nail file, proper procedures on problem nails and the repair and maintenance of this service.

ARTIFICIAL NAIL REMOVAL (NT08), 5 CLOCK HOURS

The students will learn the correct procedures and techniques to remove artificial nails. They will learn the proper removal of artificial nail using products, which involves soaking with a removal product. The student will recognize that the nails after they have been protected from the environment by artificial coverings are soft and flexible upon removal. The student will understand that they cannot alter the nails’ structures, mostly the matrix.

NAIL FILLS (NT09), 40 CLOCK HOURS

This course covers the different bits and techniques for refill on gel nails using drill. The students will learn the difference between bits and why and when to use each bits. In addition, they will learn how to properly re-balance the nail to return grown out nail to correct structure. Also, learn correct filing techniques to perfect their enhancement.