Course Details
Course Code: ESTH 180
Calendar Description:
This course will introduce students to the knowledge and skills necessary for running a salon or spa. The course will help prepare the student for employment in the industry by focusing on pre-employment skills such as resume preparation, job search, interview skills, self-promotion, and portfolio development.
Date First Offered: 2008-02-04
Hours:
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Total Hours: 36
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Lecture Hours: 36
This course is offered online: No
Pre-Requisites:
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ESTH 110 - Unit One: Career Foundations
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ESTH 120 - Unit Two: The Science of Skin and Nail Care
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ESTH 130 - Unit Three: Treatments - Nail Care Technology
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ESTH 140 - Unit Four: Esthetics and Nail Care Treatments
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ESTH 150 - Unit Five: Makeup Artistry and Reflexology
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ESTH 160 - Unit Six: Aromatherapy, Body Treatments and Wraps, Massage
Non-Course Pre-Requisites: None
Co-Requisites: None
Rearticulation Submission: No
Course Content:
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The Salon/Spa Business
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Business fundamentals
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Sales, marketing, public relations
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Salon/spa management
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Record keeping
- Portfolio Development
- Pre-Employment Skills
Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, learners will be able to:
- Describe the business side of spa/salon operations
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Describe the factors to consider when opening a salon
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Describe the importance of good record keeping
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Name and describe the types of ownership under which a salon or spa may operate
- Employ marketing techniques (business and personal)
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Create brochures, business cards, resumes
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Describe the basic principles of selling products and services, the purpose of marketing and promotions, and methods of advertising
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Describe the steps in preparing for a job interview
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Describe the importance of continuing education for the esthetics professional
- Present a portfolio of work demonstrating proficiency of acquired skills
Grading System: Percentage
Passing Grade: 70%
Grading Weight:
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Portfolio: 80 %
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Participation: 20 %
Nature of Participation:
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Consistent attendance
- Active participation in classroom discussions and activities
Percentage of Individual Work: 100
Course Offered in Other Programs: No
Text Books:
- Required - Gerson, J., 2004, Milady's Standard Fundamentals for Estheticians (Thomson/Delmar Learning). Chapters Covered: 19-21
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Required - Schultes, S.E., 2004, Milady's Standard Nail Technology (Thomson/Delmar Learning). Chapters Covered: 19, 20