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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Microdermabrasion and Light Therapy certification course
An in depth review of the theories, applications and advanced methods available for the most popular skin care procedure in the industry. You will learn how to maximize the treatment of the skin by learning how to combine microdermabrasion with other treatment modalities, such as enzyme treatments, ultrasound and ultrasonic therapy, and light therapy. Hands on experience is part of the course. A review of treatment modalities for different skin types and a scientific review of the literature supporting the use of microdermabrasion in the skin care clinic is covered. This course will also include a review of LED photofacial treatments and how to combine this skin care treatment with microdermabrasion. A bonus feature of the course is a primer on marketing the procedure to enhance your profit potentials.

Cosmeceuticals and Chemical Peels
Advanced Treatment for Skin Care therapy. Learn the active ingredients of cosmeceuticals, how they work, how to diagnose skin types and how to integrate your products into the best treatment protocols available. An in depth review of different types of chemical peels available, enzymatic peels and post treatment applications. Hands on experience is part of this course.

Waves of Treatment Technologies
An Electrics Training Class. Learn the applications of High Frequency, Galvanic, and the applications of different currents on the skin. Attendees will learn the details of Vascular Blemish Treatment, Microcurrent and Ultrasound Technology in Skin Care Treatment and the “non-surgical face-lift” Maximizing your treatments will be covered to explain the combining of modalities, i.e. how to use microdermabrasion and microcurrent in the same treatment session. Hands on experience using the different treatment modalities is part of this course.

Permanent Makeup/Permanent Cosmetics
An introduction to the field of permanent makeup. Learn how the process works, how to do the procedures PAIN FREE and how to add this treatment to your business. A complete review of the procedure, how it works, the investment involved and the profit potential are reviewed. Also covered are the regulations, insurance needs and the marketing tools you can utilize to enhance your permanent makeup business. Demonstration of the technique will be provided.

Advanced Esthetics Training
This two day course will cover the practical details of esthetics you did not learn in school. Learn how to categorize skin types using the Fitzpatrick classification and how to treat skin types accordingly. A review and hands-on application of treatment modalities that include microdermabrasion, microcurrent, light therapy, chemical peels, ultrasound, vascular blemish and cosmeceuticals will be covered.
 
Introduction to Lasers, IPL & Light Treatments
This course covers the different skin care treatments that can be administered with light based technologies. Topics covered include laser physics, FDA classification vs. state regulations, Fitzpatrick skin typing, treatments and their fees, equipment costs and return on investment. Course consists of a half day of theory, applications, scientific review followed by a half day of treatment demonstrations.

Advanced Laser / IPL / Light Therapy with hands on
This two day course goes in the details of the different skin care treatments that can be administered with light based technologies. Topics covered include laser physics, FDA classification vs. state regulations, Fitzpatrick skin typing, treatments and their fees, equipment costs and return on investment. Course consists of theory, applications, scientific review intermingled with hands on training. In depth review of hair removal applications, skin rejuvenation, vascular and pigmented lesions, tattoo removal, repigmentation using UVB technology, skin tightening with the latest technologies will be covered. Due to the hands on training in this course space will be limited to no more than ten people. Registration fee = $350.

Lymphatic Drainage and Cellulite Treatment in Skin Care
An eight hour Continuing Education Skin Care Class. One half of the day is review of the applications, theories, literature, rules and regulations. The latter half of the day is hands on application of the procedures discussed.

Lymphatic Drainage of the face and body is important to understand in the treatment of facial and body treatments. Knowing treatment protocols using vacuum massage therapy can assist the skin care provider to get the maximum effect for their client. Lymphatic drainage can be provided in a variety of manners, from manual lymphatic massage, to facial system vacuum attachments, to high end vacuum massage therapy techniques. The class will review the clinical aspects of treating cellulite, practical methods to use, cost benefit analysis of the available treatments for estheticians and cosmetologists, ingredients in body wrap formulas as well as a hands on program.


Introduction to Skincare
The Introduction to Skincare class is designed for the esthetician who needs a refresher or cosmetologists who want to learn more about the skin. The class will cover the parts and functions of the skin and how to recognize the condition of the skin.  This course will also cover the steps of the basic facial and its purpose.  You will also learn how to utilize your products to achieve optimal results.


Medical Esthetics Training Course (Non Credit Course)
The six-day training courses are taught in three-day weekend blocks and focus on high-end skin care treatments, including the latest and most advanced protocols necessary for performing skin care at the clinical level.

Each participant will be awarded a medical esthetics certificate at the conclusion of the training.

Our education classes have been given the highest reviews from past participants. The hands-on training you will receive will help you market your treatment to maximize your return on investment. We look forward to working with you, whether you are starting up a new skin care business or expanding current treatment menus.

With our expertise in esthetics and clinical skin care, you will learn how to combine treatments, treat specific skin conditions and focus on the treatment modalities that will offer you the best results-oriented treatments available in the industry.


Skincare Treatments and Technologies
The advancement of skincare treatments and technologies in the past several years has been staggering.  This course will review the different treatments available to add to your practice from both the clinical perspective as well as the financial.  Contents include a review of the skin care technologies to include microdermabrasion, microcurrent, vascular blemish treatment, LED Photomodulation, lymphatic drainage and cellulite treatments, chemical peels, as well as a review of the laser and IPL rules and regulations.  This course includes hands-on treatment of most of these technologies.


NEW!!! Eyelash Extension
This workshop is designed for those who want to tap into this highly lucrative service. In this training course, you will learn the following:
  • Basic and advanced application techniques
  • Repairing incorrectly bonded lashes
  • Tips and tricks that will save you time and money
  • Client consultation
  • Pre and Post Care
  • Removal
  • Marketing
  • Live demo and hands-on

Extensions are the ideal add-on to your other beauty services. This exciting technique transforms lashes into lush, beautiful, longer lashes through the application of a synthetic eyelash bonded directly onto the natural lashes one at a time. They are weightless, comfortable, long lasting and waterproof. Your clients will absolutely love them!

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NEW!!! Advanced Technology for Skin Analysis and Imaging
The most important part of any treatment is a thorough skin analysis.  Learn how to use the latest technology to help you tackle this all important aspect of skin care, so you know how to treat the skin properly.  Digital imaging is now being used to increase your treatment results.  Find out how you can use the latest technology to build your business.

NEW!!! Acne: New Treatments and Technologies
Our market is full of people from all age groups suffering from some form of acne.  Learn about contributing factors as well as valuable tools and treatments that work.  Don't let this part of your clientele suffer the consequences of you not knowing how to help them. This course will teach you about contributing factors in acne breakouts, examination of the physical facts of acne and you will learn about helpful ingredients in the cosmeceutical field that can help your client win the acne war.

NEW!!! Ethnic Skin Care
Don't be afraid to work on darker skin types.  We will dispel the myths and you will learn how to work on this growing market of individuals with a wide variety of skin conditions that need effective skin care.  Whether you are in a predominately ethnic area or simply have clientele with darker skin, you will benefit from knowing the do's and don'ts of ethnic skin.

Florida Continuing Education Provider 0003820

Course Costs

Most of our one day training classes are $125.00 (unless specified). We offer a discount if you register and pay at least one week prior to the course date. The one-day course discounted fee is $95.00 (pending space).

Please note that the 2 day class fee is $225.00. We offer a discounted fee of $175.00, if registration and payment is received at least one week prior to course date (pending space).

COURSES
November 2008
Monday, November 3, 2008- 9am to 4:15pm
Acne Treatment (6 credit hours)
Salon on Devine
2501 Devine Street (corner of Queen St. and Devine St.)
Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 933-0021 (for directions only)  <click here to register>

Monday, November 17, 2008 - 9am to 4:15pm
Chemical Peels and Cosmeceuticals (6 credit hours)
Grace Medi-Spa
208 South Magnolia Street
Summerville, SC 29483
(843) 832-2464 CLASS IS FULL

December 2008

Sunday, Dec. 7th and Monday, Dec. 8th, 2008 - 9am to 4:15pm
Two Day Advanced Esthetics (12 credit hours)
Wingate Inn
706 Galleria Blvd.
Rock Hill, SC 29730
(803) 324-9000 (for directions only)  <click here to register>


December 7, 2008
Eyelash Extension <click here to register>

Sunday, Dec. 14th and Monday, Dec. 15th, 2008 - 9am to 4:15pm
Advanced Esthetics (12 credit hours)
Grace Medi-Spa
208 South Magnolia St.
Summerville, SC 29483
(843) 832-2464 CLASS IS FULL

Monday, December 15, 2008 - 9am to 4:15pm
Ethnic Skin Care (6 credit hours)
Palmetto Designs
4224 Highway 9
Boiling Springs, SC 29316
(864) 814-6268 (for directions only)  CLASS IS FULL

Monday, December 29, 2008 - 9am to 4:15pm
Acne Treatment (6 credit hours)
Grace Medi-Spa
208 South Magnolia Street
Summerville, SC 29483
(843) 832-2464 CLASS IS FULL

 
Online registration for 2009 will be available soon
Medical Esthetics 2009 Calendar
March 7-9, 2009
March 24-26, 2009
October 10-12, 2009
October 24-26, 2009
 

January 2009
Monday, January 19, 2009 - 9am to 4:15pm
Acne Treatment (6 credit hours)
Palmetto Designs
4224 Highway 9,
Boiling Springs, SC 29316
(864) 814-6268 (for directions only)

Monday, January 19, 2009- 9am to 4:15pm
Chemical Peels and Cosmeceuticals (6 credit hours)
Salon on Devine
2501 Devine Street (corner of Queen St. and Devine St.)
Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 933-0021 (for directions only)


Monday, January 26, 2009 - 9am to 4:15pm
Microdermabrasion and Light Therapy (6 credit hours)
Grace Medi-Spa
208 South Magnolia Street
Summerville, SC 29483
(843) 832-2464

February 2009
No classes scheduled

March 2009
No classes scheduled

March 2009
Monday, April 6, 2009 - 9am to 4:15pm
Acne Treatments (6 credit hours)
Grace Medi-Spa
208 South Magnolia Street
Summerville, SC 29483
(843) 832-2464

Monday, April 13, 2009 - 9am to 4:15pm
Chemical Peels and Cosmeceuticals (6 credit hours)
Palmetto Designs
4224 Highway 9,
Boiling Springs, SC 29316
(864) 814-6268 (for directions only)


Monday, April 20, 2009 - 9am to 4:15pm -Eyelash Extension Training (6 credit hours) Grace Medi-Spa, 208 South Magnolia St.,
Summerville, SC 29483 (843) 832-2464


Monday, April 27, 2009- 9am to 4:15pm
Microdermabrasion and Light Therapy (6 credit hours)
Salon on Devine
2501 Devine Street (corner of Queen St. and Devine St.)
Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 933-0021 (for directions only)

May 2009
Monday, May 18, 2009- 9am to 4:15pm
Waves of Treatment (6 credit hours)
Salon on Devine
2501 Devine Street (corner of Queen St. and Devine St.)
Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 933-0021 (for directions only)

June 2009
Monday, June 1, 2009 - 9am to 4:15pm
Ethnic Skin Care(6 credit hours)
Grace Medi-Spa
208 South Magnolia Street
Summerville, SC 29483
(843) 832-2464

July 2009
Monday, July 20, 2009 - 9am to 4:15pm
Eyelash Extension Training (6 credit hours)
Grace Medi-Spa
208 South Magnolia Street
Summerville, SC 29483
(843) 832-2464

Monday, July 27, 2009- 9am to 4:15pm
Acne Treatments (6 credit hours)
Salon on Devine
2501 Devine Street (corner of Queen St. and Devine St.)
Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 933-0021 (for directions only)

August 2009
Monday, August 3, 2009- 9am to 4:15pm
Ethnic Skin Care (6 credit hours)
Holiday Inn Oceanfront at Surfside Beach
Myrtle Beach, SC 29575
(843) 238-5601 (for directions only)

Monday, August 17, 2009 - 9am to 4:15pm
Microdermabrasion and Photofacial Light Therapy (6 credit hours)
Palmetto Designs
4224 Highway 9,
Boiling Springs, SC 29316
(864) 814-6268 (for directions only)


Monday, August 31, 2009 - 9am to 4:15pm
Imaging and Skin Analysis (6 credit hours)
Grace Medi-Spa
208 South Magnolia Street
Summerville, SC 29483
(843) 832-2464

September 2009
Monday, September 28, 2009 - 9am to 4:15pm
Chemical Peels and Cosmeceuticals (6 credit hours)
Grace Medi-Spa
208 South Magnolia Street
Summerville, SC 29483
(843) 832-2464

October 2009
Monday, October 19, 2009 - 9am to 4:15pm
Eyelash Extension Training (6 credit hours)
Grace Medi-Spa
208 South Magnolia Street
Summerville, SC 29483
(843) 832-2464

Monday, October 19, 2009 - 9am to 4:15pm
Chemical Peels and Cosmeceuticals (6 credit hours)
Wingate Inn, 706 Galleria Blvd.,
Rock Hill, SC 29730
(803) 324-9000 (for directions only)


Monday, October 26, 2009- 9am to 4:15pm
Ethnic Skin Care (6 credit hours)
Salon on Devine, 2501 Devine Street (corner of Queen St. and Devine St.)
Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 933-0021 (for directions only)


November 2009
No classes scheduled

December 2009
Sun., Dec. 6th and Mon., Dec. 7th, 2009 - 9am to 4:15pm
Two-Day Advanced Esthetics (12 credit hours)
Grace Medi-Spa
208 South Magnolia Street
Summerville, SC 29483
(843) 832-2464

Monday, December 14, 2009 - 9am to 4:15pm
Imaging and Skin Analysis (6 credit hours)
Palmetto Designs
4224 Highway 9,
Boiling Springs, SC 29316
(864) 814-6268 (for directions only)