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Esthetics Program · Week 1 · March 16–18, 2026
Intro to Esthetics
Your first week covers Life Skills, Professional Image, and an Introduction to the Facial. Below you'll find your full class schedule, your intro video, CIMA exam prep, and additional resources.
Schedule Esthetics Program — Full Class Schedule ▼ Collapse
Dates Chapter Topics & Activities
Mar 16–18
Ch.1, 2, 3-I
Life Skills, Professional Image & Communication
Med Esthetics presentation · Introduction to the Facial
Mar 19–26
Ch.5-I
Infection Control
Facial procedure continues
Mar 30 – Apr 8
THUR Apr 9 · ADV. CLINICAL
Ch.2-II
Anatomy and Physiology
Lymphatic System presentation · Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)
Apr 13–22
THUR Apr 23 · ADV. CLINICAL
Ch.3-II
Physiology and Histology of the Skin
Magnifying glasses in use · Hands and Feet Reflexology
Apr 27 – May 6
THUR May 7 · ADV. CLINICAL
Ch.4-II
Disorders and Diseases of the Skin
HF & Ultrasound scrubber · Acne and Rosacea presentation
May 11–14
Ch.5-II
Skin Analysis
Skin Scanner · Exfoliation presentation · Microdermabrasion
May 18–20
THUR May 21 · ADV. CLINICAL
Ch.6-I
Chemistry & Chemical Safety
Chemical Peels presentation and practice
May 25
No Class — Memorial Day Holiday
May 26–28
Ch.11-II
Hair Removal
Waxing intro
Jun 1–3
THUR Jun 4 · ADV. CLINICAL
Ch.6-II
Skin Care Products: Chemistry & Ingredients
Jelly mask application
Jun 8–10
THUR Jun 11 · ADV. CLINICAL
Ch.8-II
Facial Treatments & Phototherapy
Treatment with Hot Stone
Jun 15–18
Ch.12-II
Make-Up Bootcamp
Jun 22–24
THUR Jun 25 · ADV. CLINICAL
Ch.7-II
Treatment Room
Aromatherapy presentation · Back Treatments
Jun 29 – Jul 1
THUR Jul 2 · ADV. CLINICAL
Ch.9-II
Massage
Males' Facial · Client Check-in & Check-out procedure
Jul 6–8
THUR Jul 9 · ADV. CLINICAL
Ch.7-I
Electricity & Electrical Safety
Electrotherapy presentation · Galvanic demo and practice
Jul 13–15
THUR Jul 16 · ADV. CLINICAL
Ch.10-II
Facial Devices and Technology
Ultrasound
Jul 20–22
THUR Jul 23 · ADV. CLINICAL
Ch.13-II
Advanced Topics & Treatments
Body wraps
Jul 27–30
Ch.4-I, 8-I, 9-I, 10-I
The Healthy Professional, Career Planning & Beauty Business
Aug 3–4
Procedures Catch-Up & Resume Presentation
Aug 5
School's Final Written Exam
Aug 6
Graduation 🎓
Laser classes scheduled during study period
Video Week 1 — Setting Up Your Station ▼ Collapse
Week 1 starts with setting up your station correctly — the foundation of every professional treatment. Watch this before your first class session.
Exam Prep Milady CIMA — State Board Exam Preparation ▼ Collapse
Start using CIMA from Week 1. You will use it throughout the entire program alongside your classroom content.
External Resource · Milady
Milady CIMA
CIMA is Milady's comprehensive online study platform, designed specifically to prepare esthetics students for state board licensing exams. It includes interactive practice tests, chapter reviews, and exam-style questions that mirror what you'll see on your state board exam.
Open CIMA →
Getting started: Register using the email you received from CIMA.
📖 E-book included: Your textbook is available in digital format through CIMA — you can read it online or listen to chapters using the audio feature. Great for studying on the go. This is a great supplement to your in-class materials.