Course Objectives
The 21st century brought about a huge increase in human awareness of personal beauty and body care. Demand for qualified professionals in these fields is at an all-time high and still growing. A Versailles Academy diploma will qualify you to practice skin care on the face and body, and will allow you to confidently enter the esthetic profession.
Career Opportunities
Numerous career opportunities exist in spas, beauty institutes, health clubs, cruise ships, resorts and cosmetic firms. Many estheticians choose to open their own spa while others gain employment as teaching professionals, or work in cooperation with the medical field.
Curriculum
Professional Development
Learn key skills for personal and professional growth, including personality development, poise and posture, ethics, hygiene, nutrition, and insights into the history and career opportunities within the cosmetics industry. The course also covers sterilization and sanitation practices essential for maintaining a professional environment.
Facial Techniques
Gain a foundational understanding of facial anatomy and techniques, skin analysis, and tailored treatments for different skin types. The course also includes the Jacquet massage, use of facial equipment, and specialized techniques such as decollete massage, ampoule application, and the use of biological skincare products.
Advanced Facial Techniques
Explore more complex facial treatments such as galvanic and high-frequency use, eye treatments, eyebrow and eyelash tinting, and advanced peels. Learn specialized methods like lymphatic drainage, aromatherapy, neck treatments, and men’s skincare.
Manicure
Understand nail anatomy, disorders, and diseases while mastering classic and spa manicure techniques. Learn specialized procedures such as men’s manicures, French manicures, paraffin wax treatments, and gel polish applications, along with therapeutic options like hot stone massage.
Pedicure
Focus on foot anatomy and common foot issues while mastering standard and spa pedicure procedures. Gain expertise in paraffin treatments, hot stone massage, and specialized services like men’s pedicures.
Make-Up Artistry
Develop skills in color theory, sanitation, and creating makeup looks for different occasions, including day, evening, and bridal styles. The course includes techniques for corrective makeup, smokey eyes, winged liner, false lash application, and specialty makeup for HD photography, black-and-white photos, TV, film, runway, and high fashion editorials. It also introduces special effects and injury makeup.
Treatment of Superfluous Hair
Learn effective hair removal techniques for the face and body using strip, hard wax, and sugaring methods, along with precision eyebrow shaping and tweezing.
Introduction to Medical Facial and Skin Care Therapy
Acquire knowledge of medical terminology and receive hands-on demos of advanced skincare treatments like chemical peels, microdermabrasion, and IPL procedures.
Body Therapy
Master various body treatments including back massage, body polish, bust treatment, complete body massage, and techniques for cellulite reduction, firming, and toning. The course also includes scalp and hot stone massage.
Spa Management
Develop business skills to run a successful spa, including merchandising, marketing techniques, customer relations, communication strategies, and social media marketing. Learn how to analyze current trends, build your resume, and even start your own business, with a focus on catering to the male market.
