Graduates of this program will be prepared to pass the New Jersey State Board of Cosmetology Skin Care Specialist exam that is required for licensure. The 600-hour program consists of both theory and practical hands-on training. Students will learn core services that are offered in salons and spas. Students will also gain salon experience under the supervision of an instructor by being able to perform services on patrons in a salon like clinic that is open to the public. Key areas of instruction are facial and body waxing, makeup, facials with and without the use of machines, body treatments, along with various instruction on professional conduct and decontamination procedures. Units of instruction include state laws and regulations, professional image, hygiene and related practices, decontamination and infection control, anatomy, physiology and nutrition, structure and functions of skin, superfluous hair, chemistry related to skin care, electricity and machines, facial and body procedures, make-up techniques and corrective make-up techniques. Milady texts will be used in the program.