Utah Admin. Code 156-11a-703

Current through Bulletin 2024-23, December 1, 2024

Section R156-11a-703 - Curriculum for Esthetics School - Master Esthetician Programs

In accordance with Subsection 58-11a-302(13)(c)(iv), the curriculum for an esthetics school master esthetician program shall consist of 1,200 hours of instruction, 600 of which consist of the curriculum for a basic esthetician program, the remaining 600 of which shall be in the following subject areas:

(1) introduction consisting of:

(a) history of esthetics and master esthetics; and

(b) an overview of the curriculum;

(2) personal, client, and salon safety including:

(a) aseptic techniques and sanitary procedures;

(b) disinfection and sterilization methods and procedures; and

(c) health risks to the master esthetician;

(3) business and salon management consisting of:

(a) developing clients;

(b) professional image;

(c) professional ethics;

(d) professional associations;

(e) advertising; and

(f) public relations;

(4) legal issues including:

(a) malpractice liability;

(b) regulatory agencies; and

(c) tax laws;

(5) the human immune system;

(6) diseases and disorders of the skin including:

(a) bacteriology;

(b) sanitation;

(c) sterilization;

(d) contamination; and

(e) infection controls;

(7) implements, tools, and equipment for master esthetics;

(8) first aid;

(9) anatomy;

(10) science of master esthetics;

(11) analysis of the skin;

(12) physiology of the skin;

(13) advanced facials, manual and mechanical;

(14) chemistry for master esthetics;

(15) advanced chemical exfoliation, including:

(a) pre-exfoliation consultation;

(b) post-exfoliation treatments; and

(c) reactions;

(16) temporary removal of superfluous hair by waxing and advanced waxing;

(17) advanced pedicures;

(18) advanced aroma therapy;

(19) the aging process and its damage to the skin;

(20) medical devices;

(21) cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training;

(22) hydrotherapy;

(23) advanced mechanical and electrical devices including instruction in using:

(a) sanding and microdermabrasion techniques;

(b) galvanic or high-frequency current for treatment of the skin;

(c) devices equipped with a brush to cleanse the skin;

(d) devices that apply a mixture of steam and ozone to the skin;

(e) devices that spray water and other liquids on the skin; and

(f) any other mechanical devices, esthetic preparations, or procedures approved by the Division in collaboration with the Board for the care and treatment of the skin;

(24) elective topics;

(25) for schools teaching lymphatic massage, in accordance with Subsections 58-11a-102(39)(a)(ii) and 58-11a-302(11)(e), 200 hours of instruction is required and shall consist of:

(a) 40 hours of training in anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system;

(b) 70 applications of one hour each in manual lymphatic massage of the full body; and

(c) 90 hours of training in lymphatic massage by other means, including but not limited to energy, mechanical devices, suction- assisted massage with or without rollers, compression therapy with equipment, or garment therapy; and

(26) Master Esthetician Examination review.

Utah Admin. Code R156-11a-703

Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2017-21, effective 10/10/2017