19 NYCRR 162.2

Educational requirements for estheticians shall include the following subjects and the hours assigned to each:

Scope of Curriculum

Each subject (including orientation) shall include a treatment of the topics as set forth herein:

ORIENTATION—5 HOURS

• School Rules and Regulations

• History of Esthetics

• The Role of the Esthetician

• Qualities of the Professional Esthetician

• Code of Ethics

• New York State and Federal Laws, Rules, and Regulations

• View and discuss the mandatory Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Awareness online course

SUBJECT 1

SAFETY AND HEALTH—8 HOURS

• Local, State, Federal Safety Codes

• Classroom/Student Salon Rules and Regulations

• Hazardous Materials Communications (HAZMAT)

SUBJECT 2

INFECTION CONTROL—18 HOURS

• Types and Classification of Bacteria

• Viral, Bacterial and Fungal Infections

• Immunity and Body Defenses

• Methods of Infection Control

• Physical and Chemical Agents for Infection Control

SUBJECT 3

ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY—30 HOURS

• Cells, Tissues, and Organs

• Body Systems

SUBJECT 4

STRUCTURE AND FUNCTIONS OF THE SKIN—18 HOURS

• Physiology and Histology of the Skin

• Structure and Functions of the Skin

• Appendages of the Skin

SUBJECT 5

NUTRITION FOR HEALTHY SKIN AND LONGEVITY—5 HOURS

SUBJECT 6

SKIN DISORDERS AND DISEASES—12 HOURS

SUBJECT 7

SKIN ANALYSIS—18 HOURS

SUBJECT 8

SUPERFLUOUS HAIR—60 HOURS

• Theoretical Overview of Permanent Methods (Electrolysis, Thermolysis and Blend)

• Temporary Methods of Hair Removal: Manual Tweezing and Waxing (Strip and Non-strip)

SUBJECT 9

CHEMISTRY—3 HOURS

• Chemistry as Related to Esthetics

• Acidity and Alkalinity

SUBJECT 10

CHEMISTRY AS APPLIED TO ESTHETICS—21 HOURS

• Cosmetics and Skin Care Products

• Massage Creams and OilsBack Treatments

• New Product Technologies

• FDA Laws Governing Cosmetics and Skin Care

• Skin Sensitivity and Allergic Reactions

SUBJECT 11

ELECTRICITY AND EQUIPMENT—18 HOURS

• Electricity as Related to Esthetics Equipment

• Electrical Equipment Safety

• Galvanic Current for Iontophoresis or Desincrustation

• High Frequency Current

• Esthetics Equipment

• Paraffin Unit

• Emerging Technologies

SUBJECT 12

FACIAL AND BODY PROCEDURES—240 HOURS

• Client Consultation

• Skin Analysis, Product Selection and Treatment Recommendations

• Facial and Body Procedures

• Overview of Various Products to Enhance the Appearance of the Skin

• Facial Procedures with Electrical Equipment

• Wet and Dry Exfoliations and Applications

• Overview of Advanced Techniques

SUBJECT 13

MAKE-UP TECHNIQUES—70 HOURS

• Color Theory

• Morphology of the Face

• Eyebrow Contouring

• Make-up Application

• Artificial Eyelashes

• Advanced Make-up Techniques

SUBJECT 14

BUSINESS PRACTICES—30 HOURS

• Business Operation

• Accounting and Inventory

• Payroll Regulations

• Ethics and Professional Conduct

• Retailing Techniques

• Marketing (Advertising, Retailing, and Promotion)

• Customer Relations

SUBJECT 15

CAREER SKILLS—12 HOURS

SUBJECT 16

INTRODUCTION TO ADVANCED ESTHETICS—9 HOURS

• Define Paramedical Procedures

• Discuss Scope of Licensure

• Overview of Medical Procedures

• Pre and Post Operative Care

SUBJECT 17

UNASSIGNED—23 HOURS