Program Information
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Location: Mequon Campus
- Pathway: Community & Human Services
- Program Code: 10-502-2
- Offering: In-Person
- Degree Type: 2-Year Degree (Associate)
- Start Dates: August and January
About the Aesthetician Skin Care Therapist Degree
Learn advanced aesthetic topics, including spa wellness (oncology aesthetics, aromatherapy, intro to Reiki and reflexology), advanced hair removal, exfoliation, lash extensions, microblading, lash/brow tinting, and aesthetic machines along with branding and marketing strategies. Also, gain hands-on learning experience at Skyn – the Spa at MATC Mequon, the state-of-the-art facility located on campus.
You can earn the Aesthetician technical diploma on the way to completing this associate degree.
Additional program details: Courses follow established Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services safety and sanitation practices.
In addition to tuition and textbooks, students will need to purchase a tool/equipment kit.
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Career Outlook
Related Programs
Aesthetician
Learn advanced skincare techniques and work with clients at Skyn – the Spa at MATC Mequon, the state-of-the-art facility located on campus. This program is in compliance with the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services. You will become eligible to take the state board aesthetician licensing examination, and work in upscale spas or alongside medical professionals.
Cosmetology
Use your talents to work in the cosmetology profession. This program, which is in compliance with the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services, can be completed in one year to 18 months, including attendance in summer. Graduates are eligible to take the state board licensing examination.
Detailed Program Information
2025-26 Curriculum
| Course | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AESTHE-131 | Introduction to Aesthetics Spa Service ‡ ^ | 3 |
| AESTHE-108 | Facial Treatments ^ | 3 |
| AESTHE-117 | Salon Ecology/Decontamination ^ | 2 |
| AESTHE-145 | Spa Science Fundamentals ^ | 2 |
| AESTHE-146 | Spa Product Sciences ‡ ^ | 2 |
| ENG-195 |
Written Communication ‡ ^ |
3 |
| AESTHE-132 | Intermediate Spa Services ‡ ^ | 2 |
| AESTHE-109 | Hair Removal Techniques ‡ ^ | 1 |
| AESTHE-135 | Aesthetician Board Prep ‡ ^ | 2 |
| AESTHE-134 | Business Fundamentals ^ | 2 |
| AESTHE-106 | Advanced Makeup Techniques ‡ ^ | 1 |
| AESTHE-107 | Advanced Spa Treatments ‡ ^ | 1 |
| MATH-123 | Math With Business Applications ‡ (or) Any 200-level MATH course |
3 |
| AESTHE-133 |
Advanced Spa Services ‡ ^ |
3 |
| AESTHE-136 | Oncology Aesthetics | 2 |
| AESTHE-137 | Advanced Exfoliation | 2 |
| AESTHE-138 | Advanced Hair Removal | 2 |
| AESTHE-139 |
Introduction to Holistic Healing |
2 |
| ENG-196 | Oral/Interpersonal Communication ‡ (or) Any 200-level ENG or SPEECH course |
3 |
| PSYCH-199 | Psychology of Human Relations (or) Any 200-level PSYCH course |
3 |
| AESTHE-140 | Advanced Lash Techniques | 2 |
| AESTHE-141 | Advanced Brow Techniques | 2 |
| AESTHE-143 |
21st Century Branding and Marketing |
3 |
| AESTHE-144 | Master Spa Services | 3 |
| SOCSCI-103 |
Think Critically and Creatively |
3 |
|
TOTAL CREDITS |
60 |
‡ Prerequisite required.
^ Counts toward earning the Aesthetician technical diploma.
Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.
This Associate in Applied Science program will transfer to one or more four-year institutions.
Current MATC students should consult their Academic Program Plan for specific curriculum requirements.
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Already a student? You can visit Self-Service (link) and choose Student Planning to register for classes.
2025-2026 Program Flyer
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Important Dates
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Also, you can find dates and deadlines on the MATC Events Calendar
Program Outcomes
- Perform consultations and skin analysis
- Perform facial and body treatments
- Perform hair removal services
- Demonstrate makeup application
- Utilize electrotherapy techniques
- Perform microdermabrasion and chemical exfoliation
- Demonstrate retail techniques
- Recommend products to clients
- Adhere to professional standards
- Demonstrate time management and organizational skills
- Incorporate aromatherapy and reflexology in services
- Perform microblading and lash services
- Develop a product line
Admission Requirements
Waiting List
Academic Preparedness Requirements
Scholarships
Accreditation
This program is in compliance with the State of Wisconsin Department of Safety
and Professional Services, 4822 Madison Yards Way, Madison, WI 53705;
608-266-2112; dsps.wi.gov/Pages/Professions/Aesthetician/Default.aspx
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