Skin Care school training courses in Chicago, IL (public, in-house or online)

The Skin Academy Department offers the state-required program for becoming a licensed skin therapist. Classes are held in a state-of-the-art facility that provides a real-life environment, allowing you to perfect your skills in realistic surroundings on real people.

Developed in alliance with the International Dermal Institute, the Skin Academy Department’s advanced training system focuses on personalized attention. This unique program brings a new depth of understanding and knowled...

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In this program, you will study international trends in specialized techniques to purify, balance and renew the skin, as well as techniques in makeup application. Through hands-on training, you will learn to perform facials, hair removal, body treatments, makeup application techniques and other skin care treatments. You will also learn extensive business-building skills, providing the foundation you need for a career as a licensed skin esthetician. Throughout the esthiology program, you will cov...

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Discover the fundamental principles of classroom and clinical teaching in a hands-on environment. The Instructor Course teaches the skills necessary for teaching theory and practical applications. As a student instructor, you will obtain your theoretical hours in the classroom. You will review the Cosmetology Curriculum; observe and assist in classroom instruction, including lectures, demonstrations and workshops. Upon completion in the classroom, you will apply practical applications by assisti...

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In this comprehensive 1,500-hour program, you will explore the latest styles and techniques in hair cutting and styling, skin care, nail care and makeup. From a foundation of theoretical knowledge, you will practice and perfect your techniques and learn professional business-building skills. Through demonstrations, lectures and hands-on experience, you will learn the professional and technical skills necessary for success. . After this rigorous hands-on training, you will have the foundation to ...

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This course is designed for use by aestheticians who might come into contact with a variety of skin types and conditions during the course of their work. Topics covered include the growth of the skin care market, the different layers of skin and their functions, elements that affect skin, skin types and conditions, products and their uses, sanitation procedures, safety precautions, types of facial massages, how to prepare for various services, methods for performing services, retailing products,...

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