Program Information
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Location: Mequon Campus
- Pathway: Community & Human Services
- Program Code: 30-502-3
- Offering: In-Person
- Degree Type: Technical Diploma
- Start Dates: August/January
About the Aesthetician Diploma
Learn skin care 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. Program students gain eligibility to take the state board aesthetician licensing examination to become practitioners and work in upscale spas or alongside med-spa professionals. Employment opportunities include day spas, salons, resorts and fitness centers.
After earning this diploma, you can apply your credits toward earning the Aesthetician Skin Care Therapist associate degree.
Additional program details: Instruction includes consultations; skin analysis; anatomy and physiology of the skin; effects of aging, skin diseases and disorders; facial and body treatments; benefits and use of machines; makeup techniques; color analysis; advanced techniques of microdermabrasion and chemical exfoliation; creating a business plan; and the study of Wisconsin laws, safety and sanitation.
In addition to tuition and textbooks, students will need to purchase a tool/equipment kit.
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Detailed Program Information
2025-26 Curriculum
| Course | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AESTHE-131 | Introduction to Aesthetics Spa ‡ | 3 |
| AESTHE-108 | Facial Treatments | 3 |
| AESTHE-117 | Salon Ecology/Decontamination ‡ | 2 |
| AESTHE-145 | Spa Science Fundamentals | 2 |
| AESTHE-146 | Spa Product Sciences ‡ | 2 |
| AESTHE-132 | Intermediate Spa Services ‡ | 2 |
| AESTHE-109 | Hair Removal Techniques ‡ | 1 |
| AESTHE-135 | Aesthetician Board Prep ‡ | 2 |
| AESTHE-134 | Business Fundamentals | 2 |
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TOTAL CREDITS |
22 |
‡ Prerequisite required.
Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.
Current MATC students should consult their Academic Program Plan for specific curriculum requirements.
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DIGITAL BADGES
Upon completion of specified coursework, students may be eligible for the following digital badge(s):
2025-2026 Program Flyer
Links & Resources
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
- Perform microdermabrasion and chemical exfoliation
- Recommend products to clients
- Demonstrate makeup application
- Utilize electrotherapy techniques
- Adhere to professional standards
- Demonstrate time management and organizational skills
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; https://dsps.wi.gov/Pages/Professions/Aesthetician/Default.aspx
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