2022 - 2023
Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Advanced Esthetics
Program Type:	Career Preparatory
Career Cluster:	Human Services

Career Certificate Program	
Program Number	D500200	
CIP Number	0612040902	
Grade Level	30, 31	
Standard Length	600 hours	
Teacher Certification	Refer to the Program Structure section.	
CTSO	SkillsUSA, Inc.	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	39-5094 -- Skin Care Specialists 	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml	
Basic Skills Level	Computation (Mathematics): 	8	Communications (Reading and Language Arts):	8	

Purpose

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Human Services career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Human Services career cluster. 
A student completing the Advanced Esthetics program is prepared for employment as a licensed Facials/Skin Care Specialist (SOC 39-5094) within the spa industry, medical offices including dermatologic and plastic surgeons, and the new medi-spa industry.   The program is designed for registered Facials/Skin Care Specialist who would like to add training to update their skills and become current with the new trends in the field of esthetics.  It will help meet rising consumer demand for personalized care and therapeutic treatment by highly skilled skin care professionals.

The content includes, but is not limited to:  communication, leadership, human relations, and employability skills; safe and efficient work practices; Florida cosmetology law and rules; spa therapies; chemical peels; exfoliators; microdermabrasion equipment; advanced esthetics; advanced European treatments; and esthetics chemistry.  Students will also become familiar with appropriate medical terminology and first aid.  Nutrition and its effects on the body and appearance will also be studied.  

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Program Structure

This program consists of a one occupational completion point.  Students must complete the core, or demonstrate the mastery of skills standards contained in the core, before advancing in the program.

This program is comprised of courses which have been assigned course numbers in the SCNS (Statewide Course Numbering System) in accordance with Section 1007.24 (1), F.S.  Career and Technical credit shall be awarded to the student on a transcript in accordance with Section 1001.44(3) (b), F.S.

To teach the courses listed below, instructors must hold at least one of the teacher certifications indicated for that course.

The following table illustrates the postsecondary program structure:

OCP	Course Number	Course Title	Teacher Certification	Length	SOC Code	
A
	CSP0105	Advanced Skin Care I	COSMETOL @7     7 G
FACIAL TEC 7 G
	150 hours	39-5094	
	CSP0106	Advanced Skin Care II		150 hours		
	CSP0264	Facial Treatments		150 hours		
	CSP0930	Specialty Topics		60 hours		
	CSP0505	Ethical Business Practices		30 hours		
	CSP0940	Internship		60 hours		

This program is designed for registered Facials/Skin Care Specialist within the State of Florida who wish to enhance their skillset in order to be employable by the spa industry, medical offices including dermatology and plastic surgery, and the new medi spa industry.

Common Career Technical Core – Career Ready Practices

Career Ready Practices describe the career-ready skills that educators should seek to develop in their students.  These practices are not exclusive to a Career Pathway, program of study, discipline or level of education.  Career Ready Practices should be taught and reinforced in all career exploration and preparation programs with increasingly higher levels of complexity and expectation as a student advances through a program of study. 

1. Act as a responsible and contributing citizen and employee. 

2. Apply appropriate academic and technical skills. 

3. Attend to personal health and financial well-being. 

4. Communicate clearly, effectively and with reason. 

5. Consider the environmental, social and economic impacts of decisions. 

6. Demonstrate creativity and innovation. 

7. Employ valid and reliable research strategies. 

8. Utilize critical thinking to make sense of problems and persevere in solving them. 

9. Model integrity, ethical leadership and effective management. 

10. Plan education and career path aligned to personal goals. 

11. Use technology to enhance productivity. 

12. Work productively in teams while using cultural/global competence. 

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of principles found in advanced bacteriology.  
02.0	Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of advanced electrical equipment and their usage and purpose within the esthetics field.
03.0	Demonstrate understanding of the field of advanced techniques and procedures with emphasis on medical terminology and bodily health.
04.0	Demonstrate a clear understanding of cosmetic surgery and the esthetician.
05.0	Demonstrate a clear understanding of Botox®, dermal fillers and sclerotherapy.
06.0	Demonstrate and have a working knowledge of how to build your medi spa business.
07.0	Demonstrate advanced knowledge of skin and its physiology and histology as a basic requirement of knowledge for the advanced skin care professional.  
08.0	Demonstrate the usage of products in the field of advanced esthetics.   
09.0	Demonstrate the techniques, precautions and procedures of mask application.
10.0	Demonstrate understanding of the field of microdermabrasion techniques, precautions and procedures.
11.0	Demonstrate competence in the field of chemical peel techniques, precautions, and procedures.
12.0	Demonstrate a strong foundation of treatment plans for individual client needs which ensures an optimal outcome in skin care.
13.0	Demonstrate understanding of specialty topic, their legal and regulatory implications, and be able to apply this knowledge in the work setting.
14.0	Develop entrepreneurial business practices.
15.0	Demonstrate working knowledge of the industry itself.
16.0	

2022 - 2023
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title: 	Advanced Esthetics 
Career Certificate Program Number: 	D500200

Course Number:  CSP0105
Occupational Completion Point:  A 
Advanced Skin Care I-Esthetician – 150 Hours – SOC Code 39-5094 	
01.0	Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of principles found in advanced bacteriology. – The student will be able to:	
01.01	Demonstrate basic understanding of the importance of sanitary precautions in the work environment. 	
01.02	Demonstrate basic knowledge of bacteria according to State Board of Cosmetology.  Using universal/standard precaution, identify decontamination procedures to insure the safety of the client and student in the classroom and laboratory (NOTE: staph and MRSA must be reviewed).	
01.03	Students will be able to follow procedures for decontamination of tools per 61G5-22.002 F.A.C. 	
01.04	Be able to prepare clients and assemble sanitized materials. 	
01.05	Describe, observe, identify, and analyze the functions, structures, and diseases and disorders of skin.	
01.06	Demonstrate and communicate to the client the proper care of skin, through cleanliness, nutrition, and healthy living.	
01.07	Apply teamwork procedures and social skills in following the rules for professional ethics.	
01.08	Demonstrate a cultural awareness of hygiene and socialized differences by using active listening skills.	
02.0	Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of advanced electrical equipment and their usage and purpose within the esthetics field. – The student will be able to: 	
02.01	Explain the principles of electricity as used within the esthetics field.	
02.02	Have a clear understanding of electric modalities and benefits.	
02.03	Be able to identify appropriate equipment based on the identification of bone structure, face shapes, and fashion trends to fulfill client's needs and desires. 	
02.04	Have a clear understanding of the proper use of equipment and proper treatment protocols concerning advanced care.	
02.05	Be able to set up and operate electrical equipment as required (high frequency currents, ultra violet or infrared rays).  	
02.06	Have a clear understanding of the safety and the use of all equipment and machines in a medi spas environment.	
02.07	Describe the effects of electricity and light as it deals with the skin chemically and physically.	
02.08	Define the basics of atoms, neutrons, and electrons as it applies to the esthetics field.	
02.09	Explain the difference between mechanical and chemical exfoliation medical grades. 	
02.10	Have a clear working knowledge of galvanic and iontophoresis of serum concentrates. 	
02.11	Have a clear working knowledge of high frequency applications and techniques.	
02.12	Demonstrate an understanding of advanced face and body treatments in accordance with state guidelines.	
02.13	Utilize problem-solving skills to determine the proper procedure to meet client’s needs.	
03.0	Demonstrate understanding of the field of advanced techniques and procedures with emphasis on medical terminology and bodily health. – The student will be able to: 	
03.01	Develop an understanding of and place in context with the esthetics industry a brief history of medicine.	
03.02	Develop an understanding of some major contributions to the medical field involving issues within the esthetics industry.	
03.03	Know the history of medical terminology as it pertains to the esthetics industry.	
03.04	Understand and identify common drug side effects used within the esthetics industry.	
03.05	Demonstrate an understanding of how prescription and illegal drugs affect the skin.	
03.06	Demonstrate the effect of drugs on skin conditions such as acne and how others can cause dryness and allergic reactions on the skin’s surface.	
03.07	Explain to clients the effects of drugs and how they interfere with the body’s intake of oxygen thus effecting healthy cell growth.	
03.08	Explain the effect of lifestyles and the impact on the health of the skin.	
04.0	Demonstrate a clear understanding of cosmetic surgery and the esthetician. – The student will be able to:	
04.01	Identify and demonstrate a clear understanding of post- and pre-op surgical procedures under a physician’s supervision.	
04.02	Identify which procedures a Facial/Skin Care Specialist by Florida Statute/Rule can perform under a doctor’s supervision.	
04.03	Identify surgical procedures that can be performed by plastic surgeons and dermatologists only.	
04.04	Understand and apply protocols involved with patient recovery.	
04.05	Understand and apply working knowledge of wound care for proper healing of surgical procedures.	
04.06	Explain career opportunities that are available in the medi spas side of esthetics.	
05.0	Demonstrate a clear understanding of Botox®, dermal fillers, and sclerotherapy. – The student will be able to:	
05.01	Explain the history and benefits of Botox® and other dermal fillers. 	
05.02	Explain the importance of training as it pertains to Botox® and dermal fillers.	
05.03	Identify the licensure and liability issues associated with Botox® and other injectables.	
06.0	Demonstrate and have a working knowledge of how to build your medi spas business. – The student will be able to:	
06.01	Identify and define a medi spas clinical setting and the services that are performed in that setting.	
06.02	Understand the importance of innovation within the medi spas industry.	
06.03	Describe how medi spas integrate surgical and nonsurgical procedures.	
06.04	Describe how medi spas monitor patient recovery.	
06.05	Discuss how medi spas organize and monitor medi spas treatments and which must be under the care and supervision of a physician.	
06.06	Explain the licensure and liability issues associated with the medi spas industry and how corporations use this industry for preventative care options.	
	
Course Number:  CSP0106
Occupational Completion Point:  A 
Advanced Skin Care II-Esthetician – 150 Hours – SOC Code 39-5094 	
07.0	Demonstrate advanced knowledge of skin and its physiology and histology as a basic requirement of knowledge for the advanced skin care professional. – The student will be able to:	
07.01	Demonstrate advanced knowledge of skin, its physiology and histology.	
07.02	Be able to identify and explain the basic layers of the skin.	
07.03	Be able to identify the effects of hormones on the skin.	
07.04	Describe the function of the skin and how it gets its color through melanin.	
07.05	Define and have an understanding of collagen and elasticity.	
07.06	Demonstrate a clear understanding of the dermatological treatment of sun damage and sun protection of the skin.	
07.07	Explain the aging process of the skin.	
07.08	Have a clear understanding of free radical damage.	
07.09	Be able to identify the structures, functions and disorders of the skin and be able to advise on a wide variety of appropriate protocols.	
07.10	Distinguish between different types of chronic disorders of the skin and suggestions on appropriate protocols. 	
07.11	Describe the changes in skin (normal, oily, dry, and combination) in advanced skin care protocols. 	
08.0	Demonstrate the usage of products in the field of advanced esthetics. – The student will be able to: 	
08.01	Identify skin type and aging classifications with treatment plans in mind for proper protocol specific to both male and female clients.	
08.02	Describe the basic products used in advanced facials.	
08.03	Recognize and understand the benefits of many ingredients.	
08.04	Understand product chemistry and product components in formulating advanced skin care products.	
08.05	List and describe the main categories of advanced professional skin care products, e.g. derma fillers, medical grade chemical peels, keratolytic agents, etc.	
08.06	Be able to understand and apply different product formulations for different skin types.	
08.07	Explain FDA regulations regarding cosmetic claims and product safety.	
08.08	Have a clear understanding of the history of aromatherapy and spa therapies.	
08.09	Be able to appropriately use aromatherapy oils. 	
08.10	Know and apply safety precautions regarding use of aromatherapy oils within the esthetics industry.	
09.0	Demonstrate the techniques, precautions and procedures of mask application. – The student will be able to: 	
09.01	Demonstrate a clear understanding of mask application.	
09.02	Communicate skills and knowledge of mask treatment protocols to others.	
09.03	Demonstrate preparation and procedures for advanced facial mask techniques.	
09.04	Identify treatments for different skin conditions which include dryness, oiliness, or redness and the appropriate mask formula which will work best for these skin types.	
09.05	Understand contraindications and indications of facial treatments with the use of masks.	
09.06	Be able to describe, observe, identify and analyze the functions, structures, and diseases and disorders of skin. 	
09.07	Have a clear understanding of sanitization and sterilization in reference to advanced mask (e.g., medical-grade) usage and safety procedures for all forms of decontaminations and autoclave.  	
09.08	Using universal/standard precaution, identify decontamination procedures to insure the safety of the client and student in the classroom and laboratory.	
09.09	Set-up and operate equipment and utilize materials by mixing chemicals (EPA approved and hospital strength levels) in appropriate proportions according to manufacturer’s instructions. 	
09.10	Clean and maintain implements by using appropriately mixed chemicals and following the procedures for decontamination of tools per 61G5-22.002 Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.).	
09.11	Demonstrate and communicate to the client the proper care of skin through cleanliness, nutrition, and healthy living.	
10.0	Demonstrate understanding of the field of microdermabrasion techniques, precautions and procedures. – The student will be able to:	
10.01	Summarize the history of microdermabrasion.	
10.02	Understand the value of clinical training for microdermabrasion.	
10.03	Know and apply the Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.), regulations and insurance requirements for licensure which apply to equipment used in the field of microdermabrasion.	
10.04	Know and be able to apply indications, applications, contraindications, and mechanism of action of microdermabrasion.	
10.05	Understand the benefits of the use of microdermabrasion and patient recovery time under physician care.	
10.06	Be able to identify various career options available with microdermabrasion.	
10.07	Understand how professional ethics apply to the field of microdermabrasion treatments.	
10.08	Demonstrate a working knowledge in Microdermabrasion applications, safety, and procedures.	
11.0	Demonstrate competence in the field of chemical peel techniques, precautions, and procedures. – The student will be able to:	
11.01	Know and apply indications, applications, contraindications, and mechanisms of action of chemical peeling agents that are medical grade.	
11.02	Identify chemical peel classifications in terms of peel depth. 	
11.03	Understand and apply the principles of patient selection, pre- and post-treatment precautions, and treatment alternatives for chemical peels. 	
11.04	Understand and be able to implement clinical protocols for the following chemical peeling agents to obtain optimal results with medical grade retinoic acid, enzyme peels, alpha hydroxy acid, beta hydroxy acid, and trichloroacetic acid.	
11.05	Prevent and manage chemical peel complications, types of wounds and compromises.	
11.06	Demonstrate a clear understanding of post- and pre-opt surgical procedures under a physician’s supervision.	
11.07	Be able to identify various career options available with chemical peels.	
11.08	Understand and be able to advise and act ethically with clients regarding chemical peels.	
	
Course Number:  CSP0264
Occupational Completion Point:  A 
Facial Treatments-Esthetician – 150 Hours – SOC Code 39-5094 	
12.0	Demonstrate a strong foundation of treatment plans for individual client needs which ensures an optimal outcome in skin care. – The student will be able to:	
12.01	Discuss the importance and the advantages of giving a facial without the aid of machines in the salon for cost effectiveness.	
12.02	Explain the procedures that can be done in the salon with the different types of skin and benefits of each.	
12.03	Discuss the benefits for having a strong foundation of step-by-step procedures for each skin type and to be able to meet individual needs.	
12.04	Demonstrate the treatment protocol for dry skin. 	
12.05	Demonstrate the treatment protocol for normal skin.	
12.06	Demonstrate the treatment protocol for oily skin.	
12.07	Demonstrate the treatment protocol for acne skin.	
12.08	Demonstrate the treatment protocol for mature and aging skin.	
12.09	Demonstrate the treatment protocol for combination skin.	
12.10	Demonstrate the treatment protocol for couperose skin.	
12.11	Demonstrate the treatment protocol for skin that is affected by rosacea.	
12.12	Demonstrate the treatment protocol for males.	
12.13	Demonstrate the treatment protocol for ethnic skin.	
	
Course Number:  CSP0930
Occupational Completion Point:  A 
Specialty Topics-Esthetician – 60 Hours – SOC Code 39-5094 	
13.0	Demonstrate understanding of specialty topic, their legal and regulatory implications, and be able to apply this knowledge in the work setting. – The student will be able to: 	
13.01	Explain the importance of the specialty topic such as permanent make-up and other related specialties in the industry.	
13.02	Explain the benefits to clients of the specialty topic.	
13.03	Explain the legal and regulatory issues involved with the specialty topic.	
13.04	Explain the indications and contraindications of use of the specialty topic on clients.	
13.05	Demonstrate competences and techniques in specialty topics such as air brush make-up, spray tans, body wraps, and spa techniques.	
13.06	Demonstrate an understanding of any safety precautions involved with the specialty topic.	
13.07	Explain economic or business decisions involved with the specialty topic.
13.07.01	Identify career opportunities involved with the specialty topic.
13.07.02	Describe any personal or salon safety rules impacted by the specialty topic.	
	
Course Number:  CSP0505
Occupational Completion Point:  A 
Ethical Business Practices-Esthetician – 30 Hours – SOC Code 39-5094 	
14.0	Demonstrate a fundamental understanding product management and sales with business principles. --The student will be able to:	
14.01	Understand and apply appropriate product management and sales techniques with a client. 	
14.02	Demonstrate understanding of business promotion.	
14.03	Demonstrate understanding of environmental and safety regulations involved with this industry. 	
14.04	Demonstrate knowledge and principles of staff management and ethical behaviors.	
14.05	Demonstrate knowledge and application of products.	
14.06	Understand and implement marketing strategies which lead to business growth.	
14.07	Understand similarities and differences between traditional salons, spas, and medi spas.	
14.08	Describe the importance of entrepreneurship to the American economy.	
14.09	List the advantages and disadvantages of business ownership.  	
14.10	Identify the risks involved in ownership of a business.	
14.11	Identify the necessary personal characteristics of a successful entrepreneur. 	
14.12	Define entrepreneurship-management skills.	
14.13	Identify the business skills needed to operate a small business efficiently and effectively.	
	
Course Number:  CSP0940
Occupational Completion Point:  A 
Internship-Esthetician – 60 Hours – SOC Code 39-5094 	
15.0	Demonstrate working knowledge of the industry itself. – The student will be able to: 	
15.01	Demonstrate high level of work place skills to potential employers.	
15.02	Demonstrate readiness for advanced positions within the esthetics industry.	
15.03	Demonstrate effective communication skills with clients and others that allow the client to understand the factors that influence the determination of treatment strategies necessary to meet his/her needs.	
15.04	Acquire additional skills as the industry changes and matures.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students.

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

SkillsUSA, Inc. is the appropriate career and technical student organization for providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.  Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered.  

Cooperative Training – OJT

On-the-job training is appropriate but not required for this program.  Whenever offered, the rules, guidelines, and requirements specified in the OJT framework apply. 

Basic Skills (if applicable)

In Career Certificate Programs offered for 450 hours or more, in accordance with Rule 6A-10.040, F.A.C., the minimum basic skills grade levels required for postsecondary adult career and technical students to complete this program are:  Computation (Mathematics) and Communications (Reading and Language Arts). These grade level numbers correspond to a grade equivalent score obtained on a state designated basic skills examination. 
 
Adult students with disabilities, as defined in Section 1004.02, Florida Statutes, may be exempted from meeting the Basic Skills requirements (Rule 6A-10.040).  Students served in exceptional student education (except gifted) as defined in s. 1003.01, F.S., may also be exempted from meeting the Basic Skills requirement.  Each school district and Florida College System Institution must adopt a policy addressing procedures for exempting eligible students with disabilities from the Basic Skills requirement as permitted in Section 1004.91, F.S.

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors. Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

Note: postsecondary curriculum and regulated secondary programs cannot be modified.

Additional Resources

For additional information regarding articulation agreements, Bright Futures Scholarships, Fine Arts/Practical Arts Credit and Equivalent Mathematics and Equally Rigorous Science Courses please refer to:
http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml