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EST3115 Esthetics – Client Services

Advanced · 1 credit · HRH - Health, Recreation, and Human Services

Description
Students conduct a consultation with а client during which they analyze the client’s needs and recommend and perform the appropriate services.
Prerequisite
EST2030: Facials EST2050: Make-up EST2070: Manicuring 2 EST3030: Body Therapy EST3040: Hair Removal
Parameters
Access to a professional esthetics facility or laboratory and/or esthetic equipment, supplies and current nail technology.

Outcomes The student will:

  • 1 establish a rapport with a client by using communication skills suited to a professional esthetician

    • 1.1 follow salon or shop policy for assisting clients

    • 1.2 perform a client consultation according to requested service(s)

    • 1.3 recommend appropriate services and technology-based treatments

    • 1.4 advise the client of the cost of each service

    • 1.5 obtain the client’s consent before performing service(s)

  • 2 perform the steps involved in the agreed service in a timely manner

    • 2.1 assemble all necessary equipment, materials and implements

    • 2.2 prepare the work area for service(s)

    • 2.3 prepare the client as appropriate for service(s)

    • 2.4 perform services with the aid of available technology, including:

      • 2.4.1 skin care; e.g., skin analysis, surface and deep cleansing, toning, nourishing

      • 2.4.2 temporary hair removal; e.g., shaving men’s facial hair, eyebrow shaping, hot waxing

      • 2.4.3 selected body therapies; e.g., aromatherapies, stone therapy

      • 2.4.4 manicuring procedures; e.g., nail repairs, basic manicures, nail enhancement and techniques

      • 2.4.5 application of cosmetics for day, evening, corrective and special occasion wear

  • 3 establish and/or maintain records of service performed

    • 3.1 establish or check database (e.g., record card) for each client

    • 3.2 update the database after completing each esthetic service

  • 4 assess and apply safe and sanitary practices

    • 4.1 maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area

    • 4.2 ensure proper ventilation

    • 4.3 apply universal precautions related to:

      • 4.3.1 personal protective equipment (PPE); e.g., gloves, masks

      • 4.3.2 hand-washing techniques

      • 4.3.3 infectious diseases

      • 4.3.4 blood-borne pathogens; e.g., minor cuts, blood spills

      • 4.3.5 bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites

      • 4.3.6 safety and first-aid applications; e.g., back safety, cuts, slip and trip hazards

    • 4.4 use all materials and products appropriately

    • 4.5 clean, sanitize and return implements and materials to storage areas after use

    • 4.6 dispose of waste materials in an environmentally safe manner

  • 5 demonstrate basic competencies

    • 5.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:

      • 5.1.1 communicate

      • 5.1.2 manage information

      • 5.1.3 use numbers

      • 5.1.4 think and solve problems

    • 5.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:

      • 5.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours

      • 5.2.2 be responsible

      • 5.2.3 be adaptable

      • 5.2.4 learn continuously

      • 5.2.5 work safely

    • 5.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:

      • 5.3.1 work with others

      • 5.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 6 create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values

    • 6.1 identify short-term and long-term goals

    • 6.2 identify steps to achieve goals

Program of Studies 2010. Source document, © Alberta Education.