Aesthetician Skin Care Therapist

woman getting a facial treatment

Program Information

  • Location: Mequon Campus
  • Pathway: Community & Human Services
  • Program Code: 10-502-2
  • Offering: In-class
  • 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, and reflexology), advanced hair removal (full body/Brazilian), advanced exfoliation (dermaplaning, layered chemical peels and HydraFacial), lash extensions, microblading, lash/brow tinting, threading and aesthetic machines. Get hands-on learning at Skyn – the Spa at MATC Mequon, the state-of-the-art facility located on campus. 

Steady job growth for skin care therapists is projected over the next 10 years. 

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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Related Programs

Student applying facial treatment to a spa visitor

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.

man getting a haircut from a student

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

2024-25 Curriculum

Course Course Name Credits
AESTHE-131 Introduction to Aesthetics Spa Service ‡ ^ 3
AESTHE-104 Spa Treatments ‡ ^ 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 ‡ ^
(or) any 200-level English course ‡

3
AESTHE-132 Intermediate Spa Services ‡ ^ 2
AESTHE-106 Advanced Makeup Techniques ‡ ^ 1
AESTHE-107 Advanced Spa Treatments ‡ ^ 1
AESTHE-109 Hair Removal Techniques ‡ ^ 1
AESTHE-133 Advanced Spa Services ‡ ^ 3
AESTHE-135 Aesthetician Board Prep ‡ ^ 2
AESTHE-134 Business Fundamentals ^ 2
MATH-123

Math With Business Applications ‡
(or) MATH-134 (or) any 200-level MATH course

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
(or) Any 200-level SOCSCI course

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.

Search for available classes now (link) to see course descriptions, class times and locations.

Already a student? You can visit Self-Service (link) and choose Student Planning to register for classes.

2024-2025 Program Flyer

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Important Dates

Deadlines and important dates can be found on:
Cost & Aid Deadlines

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

Career Outlook

This associate degree program offers students the opportunity to learn advanced techniques that can help increase employability and potential income. Graduates may be hired to work in upscale spas or alongside skin-care medical professionals.

According to Economic Modeling Specialists Inc., the job outlook shows steady job growth for skin care therapists over the next 10 years. With additional training and licensing, graduates could become independent contractors, salon/spa owners or aesthetician instructors. 

Possible Careers

Skin Care Specialist
Makeup Artist
Beauty Magazine Contributor 
Aesthetician Instructor/Educator
Cosmetics Representative
Medical-Spa (medical office, under a physician’s supervision)
Cosmetic Chemistry/Product Development
State Board Examiner
Lash Specialist
Brow Specialist 
Wax Specialist

Scholarships

Admission Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Complete the Aesthetician Program Orientation to register for courses

Accreditation

Aesthetician

This program is in compliance with the State of Wisconsin Department of Safety
and Professional Services, 4822 Madison Yards Way, Madison, WI 53705;
608-266-2112dsps.wi.gov/Pages/Professions/Aesthetician/Default.aspx

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QUESTIONS?

Community & Human Services Academic & Career Pathway
414-570-4426
servepathway@matc.edu

 

Last updated: 07/01/2024