College Catalog

COS 121 Basic Spa Techniques and Theory Lab Combined

PREREQUISITE: As required by college.

COREQUISITE:  Basic Spa Techniques

This course is the study of cosmetic products, massage, skin care, and hair removal, as well as identifying the structure and function of various systems of the body. It also provides practical applications related to the care of the skin and related structure. Topics include massage techniques, skin analysis, skin structure, disease and disorder, light therapy, facials, facial cosmetics, anatomy, hair removal, nail care, product application and facial make-up. Upon completion, the student should be able to prepare clients, assemble sanitized materials, follow procedures for product application, recognize skin disorders, demonstrate facial massage movement, cosmetic application, and hair removal using safety and sanitary precautions, and nail care. The student will also be able to state procedures for analysis, light therapy, facials, hair removal, and identify the structures, functions, disorders of the skin, and nail care.

Note: This course is a substitution for the core courses COS117 and 118. 

Credits

3