New York Codes, Rules and Regulations
Title 19 - DEPARTMENT OF STATE
Chapter V - Division Of Corporations And State Records
Subchapter A - Hairdressing and Cosmetology
Part 162 - Appearance Enhancement: Curriculum
Section 162.2 - Esthetics

(a) Scope of curriculum. Educational requirements for estheticians shall include the following subjects and the hours assigned to each:

(b) Subject matter. Each subject (including orientation) shall include a treatment of the topics as set forth herein:

ORIENTATION-5 HOURS

* School Rules and Regulations

* History of Esthetics

* The Role of the Esthetician

* Qualities of the Professional Esthetician

* Code of Ethics

* New York State and Federal Laws, Rules, and Regulations

* View and discuss the mandatory Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Awareness online course

Subject 1

SAFETY AND HEALTH-8 HOURS

* Local, State, Federal Safety Codes

* Classroom/Student Salon Rules and Regulations

* Hazardous Materials Communications (HAZMAT) Subject 2

INFECTION CONTROL-IS HOURS

* Types and Classification of Bacteria

* Viral, Bacterial and Fungal Infections

* Immunity and Body Defenses

* Methods of Infection Control

* Physical and Chemical Agents for Infection Control Subject 3

ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY - 30 HOURS

* Cells, Tissues, and Organs

* Body Systems

Subject 4

STRUCTURE AND FUNCTIONS OF THE SKIN- 18 HOURS

* Physiology and Histology of the Skin

* Structure and Functions of the Skin

* Appendages of the Skin

Subject 5

NUTRITION FOR HEALTHY SKIN AND LONGEVITY-- 5 HOURS

Subject 6

SKIN DISORDERS AND DISEASES- 12 HOURS Subject 7

SKIN ANALYSIS- 18 HOURS Subject 8

SUPERFLUOUS HAIR- 60 HOURS

* Theoretical Overview of Permanent Methods (Electrolysis, Thermolysis and Blend)

* Temporary Methods of Hair Removal: Manual Tweezing and Waxing (Strip and Non-strip)

Subject 9

CHEMISTRY- 3 HOURS

* Chemistry as Related to Esthetics

* Acidity and Alkalinity Subject 10

CHEMISTRY AS APPLIED TO ESTHETICS - 21 HOURS

* Cosmetics and Skin Care Products

* Massage Creams and Oils

* New Product Technologies

* FDA Laws Governing Cosmetics and Skin Care

* Skin Sensitivity and Allergic Reactions Subject 11

ELECTRICITY AND EQUIPMENT- 18 HOURS

* Electricity as Related to Esthetics Equipment

* Electrical Equipment Safety

* Galvanic Current for Iontophoresis or Desincrustation

* High Frequency Current

* Esthetics Equipment

* Paraffin Unit

* Emerging Technologies

Subject 12

FACIAL AND BODY PROCEDURES- 240 HOURS

* Client Consultation

* Skin Analysis, Product Selection and Treatment Recommendations

* Facial and Body Procedures

* Overview of Various Products to Enhance the Appearance of the Skin

* Facial Procedures with Electrical Equipment

* Wet and Dry Exfoliations and Applications

* Overview of Advanced Techniques Subject 13

MAKE-UP TECHNIQUES- 70 HOURS

* Color Theory

* Morphology of the Face

* Eyebrow Contouring

* Make-up Application

* Artificial Eyelashes

* Advanced Make-up Techniques Subject 14

BUSINESS PRACTICES- 30 HOURS

* Business Operation

* Accounting and Inventory

* Payroll Regulations

* Ethics and Professional Conduct

* Retailing Techniques

* Marketing (Advertising, Retailing, and Promotion)

* Customer Relations Subject 15

CAREER SKILLS-12 HOURS

Subject 16

INTRODUCTION TO ADVANCED ESTHETICS-9 HOURS

* Define Paramedical Procedures

* Discuss Scope of Licensure

* Overview of Medical Procedures

* Pre and Post Operative Care

SUBJECT 17

UNASSIGNED-23 HOURS