Program Information
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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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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.
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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 ‡ ^ | 2 |
| AESTHE-104 | Spa Treatments ‡ ^ | 3 |
| AESTHE-108 | Facial Treatments ^ | 3 |
| AESTHE-117 | Salon Ecology/Decontamination ^ | 2 |
| AESTHE-155 | Spa Science Fundamentals ^ | 3 |
| AESTHE-156 | Spa Product Sciences ‡ ^ | 3 |
| ENG-195 |
Written Communication ‡ ^ |
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 ‡ ^ | 2 |
| AESTHE-135 | Aesthetician Board Prep ‡ ^ | 3 |
| AESTHE-134 | Business Fundamentals ^ | 3 |
| MATH-123 |
Math With Business Applications ‡ |
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 |
2 |
| AESTHE-140 | Advanced Lash Techniques | 2 |
| AESTHE-141 | Advanced Brow Techniques | 2 |
| AESTHE-143 |
21st Century Branding and Marketing |
2 |
| AESTHE-144 | Master Spa Services | 2 |
| 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.
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.
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
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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