SKIN CARE SPECIALIST PROGRAM
This program provides instruction in the care and treatment of the facial skin. Theory classes and hands-on
practical applications provide students with the knowledge and experience to successfully start a career in the skin
care field. Upon completion of the program students are awarded a diploma and qualify to apply for Florida State
Registration as a Facial Specialist.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVE
BREAKDOWN BY COURSE
Course | Theory Hours | Lab & Clinical Hours | Total Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
SCS001 - Florida State Laws & Regulations | 4 | 0 | 4 |
SCS002 - Sanitation | 10 | 0 | 10 |
SCS003 - Ethics | 2 | 0 | 2 |
SCS004 - Basics of Electricity | 2 | 0 | 2 |
SCS005 - Facial Techniques and Contraindications | 50 | 0 | 50 |
SCS006 - Product Chemistry | 8 | 0 | 8 |
SCS007 - Hair Removal | 5 | 0 | 5 |
SCS008 - Makeup | 1 | 0 | 1 |
SCS009 - Skin Theory, Disease, and Disorders of the Skin, including HIV/AIDS | 67 | 0 | 67 |
SCS010 - Skin Care Clinical Training | 0 | 71 | 71 |
Total: | 149 | 71 | 220 |
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program provides training in skin treatments teaching students skin analysis and facial techniques to maintain skin health by correct cleansing methods, massage, and the use of machines for deep cleansing.
It consists of 220 hours of theory and practical activities, with 71 hours of hands-on instruction and practice of applied skin care treatments. Students of this program are required to complete services in the techniques learned in order to graduate.
CREDENTIAL AWARDED
Upon successful completion of the program students receive a diploma.
DURATION
The program has a duration of 220 hours. Students complete the program in 15 weeks, attending 10 hours per
week.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR A FLORIDA SKIN CARE SPECILIST LICENSE
A Florida Skin Care Specialist license is required to perform skin care services. Applicants that have been found guilty of a felony may not be eligible to receive the corresponding license. We encourage students to learn about the current license eligibility requirements and application process by visiting the official site for the Florida Board of Cosmetology.
