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Hair Removal History and Careers
Anatomy and Physiology of the Skin and Hair
Disorders and Diseases of the Skin and Hair
Client Safety and Infection Control
Basic Concepts of Electricity
Hair Removal: Electrolysis
Hair Removal: Laser and IPL
Hair Removal: Waxing
Hair Removal: Sugaring
Hair Removal: Threading
Building a Hair Removal Business

Eyelash Extension History and Careers
Eye and Eyelash Anatomy and Physiology
Disorders, Diseases, and Allergies of the Eye Area
Client Safety and Infection Control
Tools, Products, and Ingredients
Eyelash Extension Application
Eyelash and Eyebrow Chemical Services
Building an Eyelash Business

The Professional Educator
Study and Testing Skills
Learner Characteristics and Learning Principles
Methods of Teaching and Learning
Program Development and Lesson Planning
Educational Aids and Technology
Communicating Confidently
Effective Presentations
Classroom Management and Supervision

Challenges to Learning
Assessing Progress and Advising Students
Success Strategies for Students
The Student Salon
Learning is a Laughing Matter
Student Retention
Teams at Work
Employment Preparation and Business Fundamentals
Evaluating Professional Performance

Cosmetology

History and Career Opportunities
General Anatomy and Physiology
Skin Structure, Growth, and Nutrition
Skin Conditions, Disorders and Diseases
Nail Structure and Growth
Nail Conditions, Disorders and Diseases
Hair and Scalp Properties
Hair and Scalp Conditions, Disorders and Diseases
Principles of Hair Design
Scalp Care, Shampooing, and Conditioning
Haircutting
Hairstyling
Braiding and Braid Extensions
Wigs and Hair Additions
Chemical Texture Services
Haircoloring
Hair Removal
Facials
Makeup
Manicuring
Pedicuring
Nail Tips and Wraps
Liquid and Powder Nail Enhancements
Light Cured Gels

Foundations

Life Skills
Professional Image
Communicating for Success
The Healthy Professional
Infection Control
Chemistry and Chemical Safety
Electricity and Electrical Safety
Career Planning
On the Job
The Beauty Business

Barbering

History and Career Opportunities
General Anatomy and Physiology
Skin Structure and Growth
Skin Disorders and Diseases
Hair and Scalp Properties
Hair and Scalp Disorders and Diseases
Principles of Hair Design
Hair and Service Preparation
Haircutting
Hairstyling
Facial Treatments
Shaving
Facial Hair Design Services
Chemical Texture Services
Haircoloring
Hair Loss Services

Appendix: Nail Care and Services

Foundations

Life Skills
Professional Image
Communicating for Success
The Healthy Professional
Infection Control
Chemistry and Chemical Safety
Electricity and Electrical Safety
Career Planning
On the Job
The Beauty Business

Client Safety & Infection Control
Advanced Histology of the Skin
The Impact of Hormones on the Skin
Anatomy and Physiology
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Laser, Light Energy, and Radiofrequency Therapies
Skin Analysis: Skin Typing and Disorders of the Skin
The Impact of Skin Care Products and Ingredients on the Skin
Botanicals and Aromatherapy
Working in a Medical Setting
Medical Terminology and Pharmacology
The Esthetician’s Role in Pre- and Post- Medical Treatments
Exfoliation, Extractions, and Masks
Exfoliation Devices
Advanced Skin Care Massage
Lasers and Light Treatments
Skin Tightening and Non-Invasive Body Contouring
Skin Needling
Advanced Hair Removal
Advanced Makeup
Body Treatments in the Spa
Complementary and Alternative Healing Therapies
Ayurveda Theory and Treatments
Professionalism and Business

Procedures

Proper Hand Washing
Cleaning and Disinfecting Tools, Equipment and Surfaces
Policy and Procedure for Operating Autoclaves
Blood Exposure Protocol
Cleansing the Face with Product
Powder Alginate Mask
Extractions
AHA Treatment
Jessner’s Solution or 20% BHA Treatment
Crytsal-Free Microdermabrasion (Diamond Tip)
Hydrodermabrasion
Ultrasonic Facial
Dermaplaning
Stone Massage for the Face
Foot Reflexology Massage
Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage
IPL/BBL Photorejuvenation
Laser Hair Removal Treatment
LED Skin Treatment
Non-Ablative Laser Rejuvenation (Collagen Synthesis)
Microcurrent Facial Treatment
Radio Frequency Facial Treatment
Cosmetic Microneedling
Brazilian Wax with Hard Wax (Female Anatomy)
Brazilian Wax with Hard Wax (Male Anatomy)
Hand Sugaring on the Legs
Airbrush/Camouflage Makeup
Dry Exfoliation with Mud Mask
Seaweed Body Wrap
Herbal Body Wrap
Slimming Body Wrap (Contour Wrap)
Reiki Gemstone Facial
Basic Marma Point Facial

Jennette Sagraves

Sr. Director of Sales
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Heather Cramer

Sales Manager
Region: All US States
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Karen Harris

Executive National Account Manager
States: CA
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Kristina Santoro

Senior Account Manager
States: DC, HI, NE, NJ, NM, NY, OH, RI, SC
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Michael Krisanda

Account Manager
States: AZ, CO, CT, ID, KY, MD, ME, MS, NH, NV, UT, WA, WI, WV
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Justine Harpster

Account Manager
States: FL, VT
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Amy Rawcliffe

Account Manager
States: AR, DE, IA, IL, MI, NC, OR, PA, SD, WY
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Laura Salazar

Business Development Manager, Latam
Region: Caribbean and Latin America
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Jennette Sagraves

Sr. Director of Sales
jennette.sagraves@cengage.com

Karen Tracey

Sales Supervisor, K12
States: AK, AL, AR, CA, CT, FL, HI, IA, KS, LA, MA, ME, MT, ND, NE, NV, NY, OK, SD, VT, WA, WI, WY
karen.tracey@cengage.com

Nora Payne

Account Manager, K12
States: DC, DE, GA, ID, IN, MI, MN, MS, NJ, NM, OH, OR, PA, RI, UT
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Megan Schmeal

Account Manager, K12
States: AZ, CO, IL, KY, MD, MO, NC, NH, SC, TN, TX, VA, WV
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Laura Salazar

Business Development Manager, Latam
Region: Caribbean and Latin America
laura.salazar@cengage.com

Jennette Sagraves

Sr. Director of Sales
jennette.sagraves@cengage.com

Kaitlyn Marsh

Account Manager

Region: AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, DC, FL, HI, ID, KY, LA, ME, MN, MO, MS, NC, NE, NM, PA, SC, SD, VA, WA, WI, WV, WY
kaitlyn.marsh@cengage.com

Melissa Kaeslin

Executive Account Manager
Region: AL, CT, DE, GA, IL, IN, IA, KS, MA, MD, MI, MT, NV, NH, NJ, NY, ND, OH, OK, OR, RI, TN, TX, UT, VT
melissa.kaeslin@cengage.com

Laura Salazar

Business Development Manager, Latam
Region: Caribbean and Latin America
laura.salazar@cengage.com

Jennette Sagraves

Sr. Director of Sales
jennette.sagraves@cengage.com

Justine Harpster

Account Manager
Region: All US States
justine.harpster@cengage.com

Jennette Sagraves

Sr. Director of Sales
jennette.sagraves@cengage.com

Heather Cramer

Sales Manager

Region: All US States
heather.cramer@cengage.com

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Alaska
Arizona
Arkansas (Cos, Esthetics, Nails)
Connecticut
Delaware
District of Columbia
Hawaii
Idaho
Illinois (Barber, Esthetics)
Iowa

Kansas (Barber)
Louisiana (Cos, Esthetics, Nails)
Maine
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New Mexico
North Carolina

North Dakota
Oklahoma
Rhode Island
South Carolina
South Dakota
Utah
Vermont
Virginia
Washington
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming

NIC National Theory Exam

Alaska
Arizona
Arkansas (Cos, Esthetics, Nails)
Connecticut
Delaware
District of Columbia
Hawaii
Idaho
Illinois (Barber, Esthetics)
Iowa
Kansas (Barber)
Louisiana (Cos, Esthetics, Nails)
Maine
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New Mexico
North Carolina
North Dakota
Oklahoma
Rhode Island
South Carolina
South Dakota
Utah
Vermont
Virginia
Washington
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming

PSI National Theory Exam

Alabama
California
Colorado
Georgia

Kentucky (Cos, Esthetics, Nails)
Maryland
Massachusetts

Michigan
Minnesota (Cos, Esthetics, Nails)
Tennessee

PSI National Theory Exam

Alabama
California
Colorado
Georgia
Kentucky (Cos, Esthetics, Nails)
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota (Cos, Esthetics, Nails)
Tennessee

State-Specific Exams

TDLR (Texas)

We'll be working on other state-specific versions in the coming year.

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