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Aesthetician - Advanced Practice

Associate Degree 10-502-1

www.cvtc.edu
1-800-547-2882

Start Dates: August

Effective: August 2025

First Semester
Course # Course Title Credits Prerequisites/Comments
502-103 Aesthetic Health & Safety 2 Program student; Corequisite: 502-104, 502-105, 502-106, 502-107 This course introduces the laws and ethical practices of aesthetics. The learner will explore professional ethics, standards of practice, and legal requirements in the field. Learners will demonstrate knowledge of safety for themselves, clients, and equipment. The course also explores the historical and cultural perspectives of aesthetic practice and emphasizes professional development.
Course #: 502-103
Title: Aesthetic Health & Safety
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student; Corequisite: 502-104, 502-105, 502-106, 502-107 This course introduces the laws and ethical practices of aesthetics. The learner will explore professional ethics, standards of practice, and legal requirements in the field. Learners will demonstrate knowledge of safety for themselves, clients, and equipment. The course also explores the historical and cultural perspectives of aesthetic practice and emphasizes professional development.
502-104 Intro to Facial Theory & Skill 2 Program student; Corequisite: 502-103, 502-105, 502-106, 502-107 This course introduces the theory and practical skills needed to provide therapeutic facial treatments that address the needs of clients with various skin types. Students will begin learning the hands-on skills necessary for effective facial treatments.
Course #: 502-104
Title: Intro to Facial Theory & Skill
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student; Corequisite: 502-103, 502-105, 502-106, 502-107 This course introduces the theory and practical skills needed to provide therapeutic facial treatments that address the needs of clients with various skin types. Students will begin learning the hands-on skills necessary for effective facial treatments.
502-105 Anatomy & Phys Aesthetics 2 Program student; Corequisite: 502-103, 502-104, 502-106, 502-107 This course introduces foundational knowledge of the human body systems related to aesthetician practice.
Course #: 502-105
Title: Anatomy & Phys Aesthetics
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student; Corequisite: 502-103, 502-104, 502-106, 502-107 This course introduces foundational knowledge of the human body systems related to aesthetician practice.
502-106 Intro to Aest Skills & Product 4 Program student; Corequisite: 502-103, 502-104, 502-105, 502-107 This course introduces the theory and practical skills needed to provide effective aesthetic treatments, including makeup application and hair removal. Learners will identify equipment aestheticians use in practice and how to evaluate different skin types and conditions. Learners will also demonstrate infection control and safety protocol while being introduced to the hands-on skills necessary for effective therapeutic treatment.
Course #: 502-106
Title: Intro to Aest Skills & Product
Credits: 4
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student; Corequisite: 502-103, 502-104, 502-105, 502-107 This course introduces the theory and practical skills needed to provide effective aesthetic treatments, including makeup application and hair removal. Learners will identify equipment aestheticians use in practice and how to evaluate different skin types and conditions. Learners will also demonstrate infection control and safety protocol while being introduced to the hands-on skills necessary for effective therapeutic treatment.
502-107 Aesthetic Guest Service & Prac 3 Program student; Corequisite: 502-103, 502-104, 502-105, 502-106 This course introduces how to have effective and appropriate client communication. Students will develop consultation and analysis skills while performing basic skin treatments including facial treatments, hair removal, paraffin treatments on guests in the CVTC Aesthetics Lab. Students will also learn to provide positive guest services in all aspects of the spa experience, from greeting to completion to retention of guests and study how personality, teamwork and ethics contribute to both personal and professional success within the aesthetics industry.
Course #: 502-107
Title: Aesthetic Guest Service & Prac
Credits: 3
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student; Corequisite: 502-103, 502-104, 502-105, 502-106 This course introduces how to have effective and appropriate client communication. Students will develop consultation and analysis skills while performing basic skin treatments including facial treatments, hair removal, paraffin treatments on guests in the CVTC Aesthetics Lab. Students will also learn to provide positive guest services in all aspects of the spa experience, from greeting to completion to retention of guests and study how personality, teamwork and ethics contribute to both personal and professional success within the aesthetics industry.
804-134 Mathematical Reasoning 3   All college students, regardless of their college major, need to be able to make reasonable decisions about fiscal, environmental, and health issues that require quantitative reasoning skills. An activity based approach is used to explore numerical relationships, graphs, proportional relationships, algebraic reasoning, and problem solving using linear, exponential and other mathematical models. Students will develop conceptual and procedural tools that support the use of key mathematical concepts in a variety of contexts. This course may be used as the first of a two part sequence that ends with Quantitative Reasoning as the capstone general education math requirement.
Course #: 804-134
Title: Mathematical Reasoning
Credits: 3
Prerequisites/Comments:   All college students, regardless of their college major, need to be able to make reasonable decisions about fiscal, environmental, and health issues that require quantitative reasoning skills. An activity based approach is used to explore numerical relationships, graphs, proportional relationships, algebraic reasoning, and problem solving using linear, exponential and other mathematical models. Students will develop conceptual and procedural tools that support the use of key mathematical concepts in a variety of contexts. This course may be used as the first of a two part sequence that ends with Quantitative Reasoning as the capstone general education math requirement.
  Total Credits: 16  
Total Credits: 16

Second Semester
Course # Course Title Credits Prerequisites/Comments
502-108 Gen Aesth Therapies & Chem Trtmnts 2 502-103 and 502-104 and 502-105 and 502-106 and 502-107; Corequisite: 502-109, 502-110, 502-111 This course builds upon the concepts in Intro to Facial Theory & Skills. Students will advance their skills in facial treatments, including electrotherapy, light therapy, and chemical skin treatment.
Course #: 502-108
Title: Gen Aesth Therapies & Chem Trtmnts
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: 502-103 and 502-104 and 502-105 and 502-106 and 502-107; Corequisite: 502-109, 502-110, 502-111 This course builds upon the concepts in Intro to Facial Theory & Skills. Students will advance their skills in facial treatments, including electrotherapy, light therapy, and chemical skin treatment.
502-109 Aesthetic Assessments & Interventions 2 502-103 and 502-104 and 502-105 and 502-106 and 502-107; Corequisite: 502-108, 502-110, 502-111 This course develops learners' ability to provide comprehensive aesthetic treatments by tailoring treatment plans to individual client needs. Learners will build upon concepts from Intro to Aesthetic Skills and Product Consultation and develop their ability to perform lash extensions, body treatments, complementary therapies, airbrush makeup and tanning, and manual lymphatic drainage. Learners will also evaluate client skin types and conditions to identify contraindications, and recommend appropriate treatment plans and products.
Course #: 502-109
Title: Aesthetic Assessments & Interventions
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: 502-103 and 502-104 and 502-105 and 502-106 and 502-107; Corequisite: 502-108, 502-110, 502-111 This course develops learners' ability to provide comprehensive aesthetic treatments by tailoring treatment plans to individual client needs. Learners will build upon concepts from Intro to Aesthetic Skills and Product Consultation and develop their ability to perform lash extensions, body treatments, complementary therapies, airbrush makeup and tanning, and manual lymphatic drainage. Learners will also evaluate client skin types and conditions to identify contraindications, and recommend appropriate treatment plans and products.
502-110 Aesthetic Microdermabrasion 2 502-103 and 502-104 and 502-105 and 502-106 and 502-107; Corequisite: 502-108, 502-109, 502-111 This course introduces the theory and practice of microdermabrasion and dermaplaning. Students will learn the benefits, indications, and contraindications for microdermabrasion and dermaplaning and how to perform the treatments safely and effectively per client indication.
Course #: 502-110
Title: Aesthetic Microdermabrasion
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: 502-103 and 502-104 and 502-105 and 502-106 and 502-107; Corequisite: 502-108, 502-109, 502-111 This course introduces the theory and practice of microdermabrasion and dermaplaning. Students will learn the benefits, indications, and contraindications for microdermabrasion and dermaplaning and how to perform the treatments safely and effectively per client indication.
502-111 Beginner Practical Client Serv 2 502-103 and 502-104 and 502-105 and 502-106 and 502-107; Corequisite: 502-108, 502-109, 502-110 A practical experience course where students will participate in many aspects of an aesthetics clinic, including providing general skin treatments to clients. Students will learn how to provide a positive guest experience and develop consultation skills.
Course #: 502-111
Title: Beginner Practical Client Serv
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: 502-103 and 502-104 and 502-105 and 502-106 and 502-107; Corequisite: 502-108, 502-109, 502-110 A practical experience course where students will participate in many aspects of an aesthetics clinic, including providing general skin treatments to clients. Students will learn how to provide a positive guest experience and develop consultation skills.
801-196 Oral/Interpersonal Comm 3   Focuses on developing effective listening techniques and verbal and nonverbal communication skills through oral presentation, group activity, and other projects. The study of self, conflict, and cultural contexts will be explored, as well as their impact on communication.
Course #: 801-196
Title: Oral/Interpersonal Comm
Credits: 3
Prerequisites/Comments:   Focuses on developing effective listening techniques and verbal and nonverbal communication skills through oral presentation, group activity, and other projects. The study of self, conflict, and cultural contexts will be explored, as well as their impact on communication.
809-198 Intro to Psychology 3   This introductory course in psychology is a survey of the multiple aspects of human behavior. It involves a survey of the theoretical foundations of human functioning in such areas as learning, motivation, emotions, personality, deviance and pathology, physiological factors, and social influences. Additional topics include research methods, biological and environmental impacts, development, sensation and perception, consciousness, intelligence and stress. This course directs the student to an insightful understanding of the complexities of human relationships in personal, social, and vocational settings.
Course #: 809-198
Title: Intro to Psychology
Credits: 3
Prerequisites/Comments:   This introductory course in psychology is a survey of the multiple aspects of human behavior. It involves a survey of the theoretical foundations of human functioning in such areas as learning, motivation, emotions, personality, deviance and pathology, physiological factors, and social influences. Additional topics include research methods, biological and environmental impacts, development, sensation and perception, consciousness, intelligence and stress. This course directs the student to an insightful understanding of the complexities of human relationships in personal, social, and vocational settings.
  Total Credits: 14  
Total Credits: 14

Third Semester
Course # Course Title Credits Prerequisites/Comments
104-102 Marketing Principles 3   Marketing of products and services. Concentrates on product, price, place, promotion, market segmentation, target marketing, pricing, market research, physical distribution and distribution channels.
Course #: 104-102
Title: Marketing Principles
Credits: 3
Prerequisites/Comments:   Marketing of products and services. Concentrates on product, price, place, promotion, market segmentation, target marketing, pricing, market research, physical distribution and distribution channels.
502-112 Medical Conditions & Care 2 Program student; 502-108 and 502-109 and 502-110 and 502-111; Corequisite: 502-113, 502-114, 502-115, 502-116 This course analyzes advanced concepts in skin physiology and biochemistry to deepen the learner's understanding of aesthetic treatments. The learner explores the intricate relationship between skincare ingredients and their impact on skin health, applies advanced histological knowledge to cosmetic procedures, and utilizes the body's natural wound response to enhance treatment outcomes. Additionally, the learner examines the cellular growth cycle, the role of key skin structures and compounds, the application of advanced electrical modalities, and the influence of hormones and advanced anatomy on skin conditions and treatment planning.
Course #: 502-112
Title: Medical Conditions & Care
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student; 502-108 and 502-109 and 502-110 and 502-111; Corequisite: 502-113, 502-114, 502-115, 502-116 This course analyzes advanced concepts in skin physiology and biochemistry to deepen the learner's understanding of aesthetic treatments. The learner explores the intricate relationship between skincare ingredients and their impact on skin health, applies advanced histological knowledge to cosmetic procedures, and utilizes the body's natural wound response to enhance treatment outcomes. Additionally, the learner examines the cellular growth cycle, the role of key skin structures and compounds, the application of advanced electrical modalities, and the influence of hormones and advanced anatomy on skin conditions and treatment planning.
502-113 Intro to Advanced Aesthetics 2 Program student; 502-108 and 502-109 and 502-110 and 502-111; Corequisite: 502-112, 502-114, 502-115, 502-116 This course explores the aesthetician’s role in healthcare and aspects of working in a medical setting, medi-spa, or wellness spa. Students will become familiar with common medical-grade treatments and advanced skin care techniques.
Course #: 502-113
Title: Intro to Advanced Aesthetics
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student; 502-108 and 502-109 and 502-110 and 502-111; Corequisite: 502-112, 502-114, 502-115, 502-116 This course explores the aesthetician’s role in healthcare and aspects of working in a medical setting, medi-spa, or wellness spa. Students will become familiar with common medical-grade treatments and advanced skin care techniques.
502-114 Advanced Skin Science 2 Program student; 502-108 and 502-109 and 502-110 and 502-111; Corequisite: 502-112, 502-113, 502-115, 502-116 This course expands the foundational knowledge in A&P Aesthetics by advancing the students’ understanding of the skin and other body systems. Students will learn how to conduct skin consultations and recommend skin therapy solutions.
Course #: 502-114
Title: Advanced Skin Science
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student; 502-108 and 502-109 and 502-110 and 502-111; Corequisite: 502-112, 502-113, 502-115, 502-116 This course expands the foundational knowledge in A&P Aesthetics by advancing the students’ understanding of the skin and other body systems. Students will learn how to conduct skin consultations and recommend skin therapy solutions.
502-115 Advanced Aesthetician Skills 2 Program student; 502-108 and 502-109 and 502-110 and 502-111; Corequisite: 502-112, 502-113, 502-114, 502-116 This course applies advanced aesthetic modalities for comprehensive skin treatments. The learner performs microcurrent, LED, and hydrodermabrasion therapies, tailoring techniques based on client assessment and contraindications. Emphasis is placed on the safe and effective utilization of medical grade peels, and collagen induction therapy, including client consultation, treatment execution, and appropriate aftercare. The learner monitors client responses and justifies treatment protocols to achieve desired outcomes.
Course #: 502-115
Title: Advanced Aesthetician Skills
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student; 502-108 and 502-109 and 502-110 and 502-111; Corequisite: 502-112, 502-113, 502-114, 502-116 This course applies advanced aesthetic modalities for comprehensive skin treatments. The learner performs microcurrent, LED, and hydrodermabrasion therapies, tailoring techniques based on client assessment and contraindications. Emphasis is placed on the safe and effective utilization of medical grade peels, and collagen induction therapy, including client consultation, treatment execution, and appropriate aftercare. The learner monitors client responses and justifies treatment protocols to achieve desired outcomes.
502-116 Practical Client Srv & Bus Skl 3 Program student; 502-108 and 502-109 and 502-110 and 502-111; Corequisite: 502-112, 502-113, 502-114, 502-115 This course applies advanced clinical aesthetic modalities, preparing the learner to expertly perform treatments such as Microcurrent, LED, Hydrodermabrasion, Medical Grade Peels, and Collagen Induction Therapy. The learner customizes services, explains comprehensive homecare, and meticulously documents client outcomes. This course also emphasizes culturally sensitive client interactions and reinforces professional spa competencies.
Course #: 502-116
Title: Practical Client Srv & Bus Skl
Credits: 3
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student; 502-108 and 502-109 and 502-110 and 502-111; Corequisite: 502-112, 502-113, 502-114, 502-115 This course applies advanced clinical aesthetic modalities, preparing the learner to expertly perform treatments such as Microcurrent, LED, Hydrodermabrasion, Medical Grade Peels, and Collagen Induction Therapy. The learner customizes services, explains comprehensive homecare, and meticulously documents client outcomes. This course also emphasizes culturally sensitive client interactions and reinforces professional spa competencies.
  Total Credits: 14  
Total Credits: 14

Fourth Semester
Course # Course Title Credits Prerequisites/Comments
102-112 Principles of Management 3   This course explores the four key managerial functions: planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. Learners gain personal insights through assessments and feedback, while learning to apply theoretical concepts to their potential managerial practices. The course emphasizes global applicability, preparing learners for diverse leadership roles.
Course #: 102-112
Title: Principles of Management
Credits: 3
Prerequisites/Comments:   This course explores the four key managerial functions: planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. Learners gain personal insights through assessments and feedback, while learning to apply theoretical concepts to their potential managerial practices. The course emphasizes global applicability, preparing learners for diverse leadership roles.
502-117 Med Spa Client Services 3 502-112 and 502-113 and 502-114 and 502-115 and 502-116; Corequisite: 502-118, 502-119 A practical experience course where students participate in all aspects of an aesthetics clinic. Students will progress to providing advanced skin care techniques and medical-grade treatments under the direction of a Master Aesthetician and/or a Medical Provider.
Course #: 502-117
Title: Med Spa Client Services
Credits: 3
Prerequisites/Comments: 502-112 and 502-113 and 502-114 and 502-115 and 502-116; Corequisite: 502-118, 502-119 A practical experience course where students participate in all aspects of an aesthetics clinic. Students will progress to providing advanced skin care techniques and medical-grade treatments under the direction of a Master Aesthetician and/or a Medical Provider.
502-118 Laser Theory & Application 2 502-112 and 502-113 and 502-114 and 502-115 and 502-116; Corequisite: 502-117, 502-119 This course prepares learners to master the intricate world of laser technology in aesthetics. Learners will apply principles of laser physics, identify indications and contraindications for treatments, and adhere to critical safety and regulatory compliance standards. The course emphasizes client assessment, treatment preparation, and developing a comprehensive understanding of lasers' role in the aesthetic industry, including business and marketing strategies for a successful practice.
Course #: 502-118
Title: Laser Theory & Application
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: 502-112 and 502-113 and 502-114 and 502-115 and 502-116; Corequisite: 502-117, 502-119 This course prepares learners to master the intricate world of laser technology in aesthetics. Learners will apply principles of laser physics, identify indications and contraindications for treatments, and adhere to critical safety and regulatory compliance standards. The course emphasizes client assessment, treatment preparation, and developing a comprehensive understanding of lasers' role in the aesthetic industry, including business and marketing strategies for a successful practice.
502-119 Laser Treatments & Procedure 2 502-112 and 502-113 and 502-114 and 502-115 and 502-116; Corequisite: 502-117, 502-118 This course prepares learners for advanced aesthetic practices through a combination of hands-on clinical experience and real-world application. Learners apply theoretical knowledge during rotations at CVTC's clinic and through externships at community businesses. The curriculum emphasizes the safe and effective use of laser technologies. Upon successful completion, learners receive laser certification from the CVTC Medical Director, demonstrating their comprehensive understanding and practical skills in medical aesthetics.
Course #: 502-119
Title: Laser Treatments & Procedure
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: 502-112 and 502-113 and 502-114 and 502-115 and 502-116; Corequisite: 502-117, 502-118 This course prepares learners for advanced aesthetic practices through a combination of hands-on clinical experience and real-world application. Learners apply theoretical knowledge during rotations at CVTC's clinic and through externships at community businesses. The curriculum emphasizes the safe and effective use of laser technologies. Upon successful completion, learners receive laser certification from the CVTC Medical Director, demonstrating their comprehensive understanding and practical skills in medical aesthetics.
801-136 English Composition 1 3   This course is designed for learners to develop knowledge and skills in all aspects of the writing process. Planning, organizing, writing, editing, and revising are applied through a variety of activities. Students will analyze audience and purpose, use elements of research and format documents using standard guidelines. Individuals will develop critical reading skills through analysis of various written documents.
Course #: 801-136
Title: English Composition 1
Credits: 3
Prerequisites/Comments:   This course is designed for learners to develop knowledge and skills in all aspects of the writing process. Planning, organizing, writing, editing, and revising are applied through a variety of activities. Students will analyze audience and purpose, use elements of research and format documents using standard guidelines. Individuals will develop critical reading skills through analysis of various written documents.
809-172 Introduction to Diversity Studies 3   This is a course that draws from several disciplines to reaffirm the basic American values of justice and equality by teaching a basic vocabulary, a history of immigration and conquest, principles of transcultural communication, legal liability and the value of aesthetic production to increase the probability of respectful encounters among people. In addition to an analysis of majority/minority relations in a multicultural context, the topics of ageism, sexism, gender differences, sexual orientation, the disabled and the American Disability Act (ADA) are explored. Ethnic relations are studied in global and comparative perspectives.
Course #: 809-172
Title: Introduction to Diversity Studies
Credits: 3
Prerequisites/Comments:   This is a course that draws from several disciplines to reaffirm the basic American values of justice and equality by teaching a basic vocabulary, a history of immigration and conquest, principles of transcultural communication, legal liability and the value of aesthetic production to increase the probability of respectful encounters among people. In addition to an analysis of majority/minority relations in a multicultural context, the topics of ageism, sexism, gender differences, sexual orientation, the disabled and the American Disability Act (ADA) are explored. Ethnic relations are studied in global and comparative perspectives.
  Total Credits: 16  
Total Credits: 16

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Minimum Program Credits Required: 60

A Grade of "C" or Higher is Required in All Courses.

2.0 Minimum Program Cumulative GPA Required for Graduation
If a student does not enroll in any courses at CVTC for two or more consecutive semesters, the student will be required to reapply with Admissions. Students must abide by any changes in admission requirements and degree requirements.

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