MATC 2024-25 Catalog

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AESTHE – Aesthetician (Department 502) AESTHE-104 Spa Treatments Students build on previous skills. Students are introduced to advanced techniques: deep cleansing facials, extractions, high frequency, microdermabrasion and chemical exfoliation. Students perform treatments on each other while developing skills. Prerequisite(s): Complete AESTHE-108, AESTHE-155 and AESTHE-117. Must be admitted to the Aesthetician Skin Care Therapist program (10-502-2) or the Aesthetician program (31-502-2). Completion of or currently enrolled in AESTHE-109, AESTHE-131 and Credits: 3 Advanced Makeup Techniques Students build on basic makeup theory and color analysis while embracing new techniques such as airbrush and theatrical makeup. Students practice on peers as they develop these advanced skills. Prerequisite(s): Complete AESTHE-132, AESTHE-134 and AESTHE-107. Must be admitted to the Aesthetician Skin Care Therapist program (10-502-2) or the Aesthetician program (31-502-2). Completion of or currently enroll in AESTHE-133 and AESTHE-135. AESTHE-107 Credits: 1 Advanced Spa Treatments Students develop advanced skills including the use of DiamondTome’s HydroWand® for serum infusion, microcurrent, stones for facial massage, lymphatic drainage, body treatments, aromatherapy, and re fl exology techniques to relieve tension. Prerequisite(s): Complete AESTHE-104, AESTHE-131, AESTHE-109 and AESTHE-156. Must be admitted to the Aesthetician Skin Care Therapist program (10-502-2) or the Aesthetician program (31 502-2). Completion of or currently enrolled in AESTHE-132 and AESTHE-134. AESTHE-108 Credits: 3 Facial Treatments This course introduces the theory and practical skills of facials. Back facials are also introduced. Students study the histology of skin, skin analysis, massage manipulations, various products and mask applications. Basic facial makeup application is applied to enhance the client’s appearance. The bene fi ts and application of facial machines is also introduced. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to Aesthetician program (31-502-2) or Aesthetician Skin Care Therapist program (10-502-2). Completion of or currently enrolled in AESTHE-155 and AESTHE-117. AESTHE-109 Credits: 1 Hair Removal Techniques This course introduces the practical skills of hair removal techniques. Students learn how to remove hair on all areas, such as the face, underarms, legs, bikini and back. Students perform treatments on each other while developing skills. Prerequisite(s): Complete AESTHE-156. AESTHE-106 Credits: 1

AESTHE-108, AESTHE-117 and AESTHE-155. Must be admitted to the Aesthetician program (31-502-2) or Aesthetician Skin Care Therapy program (10-502-2). Completion of or currently enrolled in AESTHE-104, AESTHE-109, AESTHE-131 and AESTHE-156. AESTHE-117 Credits: 2 Salon Ecology/Decontamination Procedures Explore foundational concepts of microbiology as it relates to decontamination, basic chemistry and anatomy within the barbering and cosmetology related professions. Students participate in large and small groups and/or online. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Aesthetician program (31-502-2) or Aesthetician Skin Care Therapist program (10-502-2) AESTHE-131 Credits: 2 Intro: Aesthetics Spa Services This course introduces students to working on clients in a spa setting. Students schedule appointments, consult with clients, analyze various skin types and perform facial treatments. Students incorporate the use of facial machines during treatments. Students recommend products and perform makeup applications and paraf fi n treatments. Prerequisite(s): Complete AESTHE-108, AESTHE-155 and AESTHE-117. Must be admitted to the Aesthetician Skin Care Therapist program (10-502-2) or Aesthetician program (31-502-2). Completion of or currently enrolled in BARCOS-104, AESTHE-109 and Intermediate Spa Services In the spa lab with clients, students continue to perform learned skills, including microdermabrasion, electrotherapy, chemical peels, waxing, aromatherapy and various massage techniques to relieve tension during the service. Prerequisite(s): Complete AESTHE-131, AESTHE-104, AESTHE-109 and AESTHE-156. Must be admitted to the Aesthetician Skin Care Therapist program (10-502-2) or Aesthetician program (31-502-2). Completion of or currently enrolled in AESTHE-134 and AESTHE-107. AESTHE-133 Credits: 2 Advanced Spa Services Students continue to build customer service skills through hands-on training. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Aesthetician Skin Care Therapist program (10-502-2) or Aesthetician program (31-502-2). Complete AESTHE-132. AESTHE-134 Credits: 3 Business Fundamentals Identify essential information required for lawful and successful salon/spa practice and management, including a detailed overview of Wisconsin state laws, rules and employer taxes. Students develop a well-rounded business plan. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Aesthetician Skin Care Therapist program (10-502 2) or Aesthetician program (31-502-2). Complete AESTHE-104, AESTHE-109, AESTHE-156 and AESTHE-131. Completion of or currently enrolled in AESTHE-132 and AESTHE-107. AESTHE-156. AESTHE-132 Credits: 2

AESTHE-135

Credits: 3

Aesthetician Board Prep This course will prepare students in the Aesthetician program for their state board licensing exam. Students will sign up for their board exam, pack, review and practice all required assessment tasks. Students will complete a mock state board exam. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Aesthetician Skin Care Therapist program (10-502-2) or Aesthetician program (31-502 2). Complete AESTHE-132, AESTHE-134 and AESTHE-107. Completion of or currently enrolled in AESTHE-133 and AESTHE-106. AESTHE-136 Credits: 2 Oncology Aesthetics Discover the aesthetician’s role in caring for clients facing cancer treatments. Learn how cancer affects the skin. Improve awareness of ingredients that balance your client’s skin health and emotional well-being. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Aesthetician program (31-502-2) or the Aesthetician Skin Care Therapist program (10-502-2). Complete Advanced Exfoliation This course provides vital information on super fi cial mechanical exfoliation techniques, including dermaplaning and hydradermabrasion. It includes hands-on instruction, treatment protocols and how to perform a proper and thorough consultation. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Aesthetician program (31-502-2) or the Aesthetician Skin Care Therapist program (10-502-2). Complete AESTHE-135. AESTHE-138 Credits: 2 Advanced Hair Removal Take your hair removal skills to the next level with this advanced class. Gain con fi dence in full-body waxing, master Brazilian waxing, discover the bene fi ts of sugaring and explore laser hair removal. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Aesthetician program (31-502-2) or the Aesthetician Skin Care Therapist program (10-502-2). Complete AESTHE-135. AESTHE-139 Credits: 2 Introduction to Holistic Healing Introduces the holistic, alternative healing arts of Reiki and re fl exology. Students study hand positions, pressure points, the chakra system, and how to use Reiki and re fl exology in daily life to promote relaxation and improve overall health. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Aesthetician program (31-502-2) or the Aesthetician Skin Care Therapist program (10 502-2). Complete AESTHE-135. AESTHE-140 Credits: 2 Advanced Lash Techniques Advance your knowledge of lashes. Identify characteristics of lashes and learn basic principles of lash design, adhesives extensions and removal. Students will perform lash lifting and tinting, and practice classic and volume AESTHE-135. AESTHE-137 Credits: 2

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