Aesthetics Technology

Mission

The Aesthetics Technology program has been designed to prepare the student for a career in the burgeoning skin care industry.  Through a structured program of theoretical instruction and practical experiences, the program also qualifies the successful student to obtain licensure as an Aesthetician through the Tennessee State Board of Cosmetology.

What is an Aesthetician?

As stated in Tennessee Cosmetology Law and Rules, “an aesthetician does one or more of the following; massage, clean, stimulate, manipulate, exercise, beautify or perform similar work with hands or mechanical or electrical apparatus or by use of cosmetic preparations, tonics, lotions or creams; places or applies artificial eyelashes, gives facials, applies makeup, gives skin care or removes superfluous hair by tweezing, depilatories or waxing.”

Career Opportunities

The demand for aesthetic health care or skin care is rising at an incredible pace for numerous reasons, including the aging baby boom population, refinements in non-invasive cosmetic procedures; increased social acceptance; expanding technology; greater demand for skin care services by men; and the availability of consumer financing for aesthetic procedures.

The skills and services provided by Aestheticians are requested in a variety of settings including full-service salons and spas; retail merchandising settings, dermatology and skin care centers.  Physicians and other health care providers are also utilizing Aestheticians to improve the health and well-being of their patients after surgery.

Course of Study

This program requires 864 clock hours of combined theoretical instruction and hands-on experiences.  Units of instruction include Sterilization and Sanitation, Bacteriology, Professional Ethics, Anatomy and Physiology, Facial and Eyebrow Arching, Make-up, Disorders of the Skins and Skin Diseases, Chemistry, Product Ingredients and Application of Products, Waxing, Arching, Facials, Lash and Brow Tinting.

Awards

Upon successful demonstration of specified competencies, the student will receive a Certificate.  Graduates will be assisted in applying for licensure by examination through the State Board of Cosmetology.

Cost of Training

The estimated cost of the entire program is $1,900.00. This includes trimester fees, textbooks, supplies, uniforms, and tools needed for training.

Admission Requirements

1. Persons who wish to pursue a career in the Aesthetician field may apply for enrollment at the school anytime and will be placed on a waiting list according to the date of their completed application and enrolled as vacancies occur.
2. An individual must be 18 years of age and have at least two years of high school (8 credits) or a GED score of 38.

Training Schedule

Day program 7:45 a.m. until 2:15 Monday through Friday

Evening program 3:30 until 8:00 p.m. Monday through Friday

For More Information Contact:

Louise Fondaw - Instructor Phone - (615) 425-5512 LFondaw@ttcnashville.edu

Aesthetics Technology Appointment Line - (615) 425-5511