1. (1) introduction consisting of:

   1. (a) history of esthetics and master esthetics; and
   2. (b) an overview of the curriculum;

2. (2) personal, client, and salon safety including:

   1. (a) aseptic techniques and sanitary procedures;
   2. (b) disinfection and sterilization methods and procedures; and
   3. (c) health risks to the master esthetician;

3. (3) business and salon management consisting of:

   1. (a) developing clients;
   2. (b) professional image;
   3. (c) professional ethics;
   4. (d) professional associations;
   5. (e) advertising; and
   6. (f) public relations;

4. (4) legal issues including:

   1. (a) malpractice liability;
   2. (b) regulatory agencies; and
   3. (c) tax laws;
5. (5) the human immune system;

6. (6) diseases and disorders of the skin including:

   1. (a) bacteriology;
   2. (b) sanitation;
   3. (c) sterilization;
   4. (d) contamination; and
   5. (e) infection controls;
7. (7) implements, tools, and equipment for master esthetics;
8. (8) first aid;
9. (9) anatomy;
10. (10) science of master esthetics;
11. (11) analysis of the skin;
12. (12) physiology of the skin;
13. (13) advanced facials, manual and mechanical;
14. (14) chemistry for master esthetics;

15. (15) advanced chemical exfoliation, including:

    1. (a) pre-exfoliation consultation;
    2. (b) post-exfoliation treatments; and
    3. (c) reactions;
16. (16) temporary removal of superfluous hair by waxing and advanced waxing;
17. (17) advanced pedicures;
18. (18) advanced aroma therapy;
19. (19) the aging process and its damage to the skin;
20. (20) medical devices;
21. (21) cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training;
22. (22) hydrotherapy;

23. (23) advanced mechanical and electrical devices including instruction in using:

    1. (a) sanding and microdermabrasion techniques;
    2. (b) galvanic or high-frequency current for treatment of the skin;
    3. (c) devices equipped with a brush to cleanse the skin;
    4. (d) devices that apply a mixture of steam and ozone to the skin;
    5. (e) devices that spray water and other liquids on the skin; and
    6. (f) any other mechanical devices, esthetic preparations, or procedures approved by the Division in collaboration with the Board for the care and treatment of the skin;
24. (24) elective topics;
25. (25) the requirements in Section R156-11a-707;

26. (26) for schools teaching lymphatic massage, under Subsections 58-11a-102(39)(a)(ii) and 58-11a-302(11)(e), 200 hours of instruction is required and shall consist of:

    1. (a) 40 hours of training in anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system;
    2. (b) 70 applications of one hour each in manual lymphatic massage of the full body; and
    3. (c) 90 hours of training in lymphatic massage by other means, including to energy, mechanical devices, suction-assisted massage with or without rollers, compression therapy with equipment, or garment therapy; and
27. (27) Master Esthetician Examination review.

Under Subsection 58-11a-302(13)(c)(iv), the curriculum for an esthetics school master esthetician program shall consist of 1,200 hours of instruction: 600 hours shall consist of the curriculum for a basic esthetician program, and the remaining 600 hours shall be in the following subject areas:

KEY: barber, cosmetologist, cosmetologist/barber, esthetician, electrologist, hair designer, nail technician, eyelash and eyebrow technician

Date of Last Change: March 24, 2025

Notice of Continuation: January 10, 2022

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 58-11a-101; 58-1-106(1)(a); 58-1-202(1)(a)