Continental Courses

Esthetics

Estheticians are skin care specialists. With professional training in skin care, facials, body treatments, makeup application, hair removal and products, our students become proficient in enhancing their client's overall look. Our graduates build careers in salons, spas and the fashion industry. Our graduates enjoy career opportunities at every level.

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Objectives:

  • To provide a first hand look at the role of an esthetician.
  • To build a solid foundation of technical and practical skills.
  • To educate our students by lecture, demonstration and hands-on experiences for employment in the Esthetics and Make Up industry.
At A Glance
Esthetics Course: 600 Hours

Locations: Rochester, Buffalo, West Seneca, Olean

Content of Instruction:

  • Orientation
  • Safety & Health
  • Bacteriology
  • Anatomy, Physiology & Nutrition
  • Structure and Functions of the Skin
  • Superfluous Hair
  • Chemistry
  • Chemistry as Applied to Cosmetics
  • Electricity & Machines
  • Facial Treatments & Body Procedures
  • Make Up Techniques
  • Business Practices
  • Job Skills
  • Introduction to Paramedical Esthetics
  • State Board Preparation