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Licensed Esthetics Teacher

Esthetics teaching licence; a licensed teacher may also practise esthetics without maintaining a separate esthetician licence.

Licensing authority: Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation · Application information

Additional esthetics teacher licence issuance or restoration from cosmetology teacher
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Application
Department application, licence number and fee; esthetics teacher examination is waived.
Licence
Active Illinois cosmetology teacher licence.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-01-01.

Esthetics teacher licence from nail technology teacher completing esthetics qualifications
National Esthetics Theory Examination
Licence
Current Illinois nail technology teacher licence; no esthetician licence is submitted.
Qualification
Instead provide proof of completion of all Section 1175.700 requirements, including the esthetics examination in subsection (c); provide fee.
Skin growth education
Proof of a Department-approved abnormal skin growth education course, including identifying melanoma, is required for original applications on or after January 1, 2026 and the first renewal or restoration on or after that date for a person licensed before 2026 (225 ILCS 410/1-7.10).
Waiver
Section 1175.722 waives the teacher examination.
Esthetics teacher licence from nail technology teacher with esthetician licence
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Application
Provide both licence numbers and fee; no esthetics teacher examination is required.
Licences
Current Illinois nail technology teacher licence and esthetician licence.
Skin growth education
Proof of a Department-approved abnormal skin growth education course, including identifying melanoma, is required for original applications on or after January 1, 2026 and the first renewal or restoration on or after that date for a person licensed before 2026 (225 ILCS 410/1-7.10).

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-01-01.

Domestic teacher endorsement without prior Illinois examination failure
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Applicability
No prior failed Illinois teacher examination triggering Section 1175.720(f).
Documents
Original and current board certifications including license number, issue/expiration dates; name-change proof and fee.
Licence
Current same or substantially similar esthetics teacher licence in another United States jurisdiction.
Skin growth education
Proof of a Department-approved abnormal skin growth education course, including identifying melanoma, is required for original applications on or after January 1, 2026 and the first renewal or restoration on or after that date for a person licensed before 2026 (225 ILCS 410/1-7.10).

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-01-01.

Foreign country teacher endorsement
National Esthetics Theory Examination
Discretion
Section 1175.720(d)(2) permits the Board to require the esthetics examination and/or esthetics teacher examination; which assessment this applicant must take is a condition, not a claim that both are mandatory. Interview and additional information may also be required.
Documentation
Name-change proof, required fee and three-year application processing limit.
Education
Sealed subject/hour records; Board-approved credential evaluation, extra coursework, 125-hour esthetics refresher or 60-hour teacher refresher may be required.
Experience
At least three years of teacher practice after qualifying, within five years before application, verified by at least three clients, coworkers, business owners, students or school administrators.
Foreign licence
Same or substantially similar foreign esthetics teacher licence; government certification of issuance/expiration and qualifying exams/grades. Foreign examinations are conditions.
Prior illinois failure
A substantially equivalent examination must be passed after the last failed Illinois attempt under Section 1175.720(f). The equivalent slot is unnamed.
Skin growth education
Proof of a Department-approved abnormal skin growth education course, including identifying melanoma, is required for original applications on or after January 1, 2026 and the first renewal or restoration on or after that date for a person licensed before 2026 (225 ILCS 410/1-7.10).
Unregistered nationwide examination
National Instructor Written Examinations (NIC), the examination identified by the state guide for esthetics teachers, may be required by Section 1175.720(d)(2); no Instructor version exists in the supplied nationwide registration context.
Teacher restoration following qualifying military service
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Fees
Section 1-7(f) waives lapsed renewal, reinstatement and restoration fees; the rule requests current renewal fee.
Service
Qualifying military service during which licence expired; statutory two-year post-service application period and affidavit, with DD-214 requested by implementing rules.
Skin growth education
Proof of a Department-approved abnormal skin growth education course, including identifying melanoma, is required for original applications on or after January 1, 2026 and the first renewal or restoration on or after that date for a person licensed before 2026 (225 ILCS 410/1-7.10).

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-01-01.

Restoration of esthetics teacher licence from inactive status
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Application
Notify Department, pay current renewal fee and satisfy applicable restoration rules; complete 20 hours of CE. Section 1175.735(a) expressly covers inactive periods under five years; the at-least-five-year subsection (b) refers to expired licences.
Skin growth education
Proof of a Department-approved abnormal skin growth education course, including identifying melanoma, is required for original applications on or after January 1, 2026 and the first renewal or restoration on or after that date for a person licensed before 2026 (225 ILCS 410/1-7.10).
Status
Voluntarily inactive teacher licence.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-01-01.

Renewal of esthetics teacher licence
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Ce delivery
Current Section 1175.1210(e) permits all required hours in person or online individual study.
Continuing education
20 CE hours in the two years before expiration, including ten hours of teaching methodology, educational psychology, classroom management or other teaching-related courses; first original-licence renewal is exempt from CE.
Cycle
Licence expires September 30 of even-numbered years; Department renewal application and fee.
Domestic violence education
One hour of domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education for the initial CE-required renewal; for later renewals the statutory hour is optional. Section 1175.1220 includes teachers.
Records
Retain completion evidence for audits and maintain current contact details.
Skin growth education
Proof of a Department-approved abnormal skin growth education course, including identifying melanoma, is required for original applications on or after January 1, 2026 and the first renewal or restoration on or after that date for a person licensed before 2026 (225 ILCS 410/1-7.10).

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-01-01.

Teacher restoration after at least five years with verified practice
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Application
20 CE hours in preceding two years, Restoration Questionnaire and fee; three-year processing limit.
Ce delivery
Current Section 1175.1210(e) permits all required hours in person or online individual study.
Domestic violence education
One hour of domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education for the initial CE-required renewal; for later renewals the statutory hour is optional. Section 1175.1220 includes teachers.
Practice
At least 24 months of teacher employment elsewhere in the five years before application, verified by three students, coworkers or school owners, plus licensing-authority certification.
Skin growth education
Proof of a Department-approved abnormal skin growth education course, including identifying melanoma, is required for original applications on or after January 1, 2026 and the first renewal or restoration on or after that date for a person licensed before 2026 (225 ILCS 410/1-7.10).
Status
Expired at least five years.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-01-01.

Teacher restoration after disciplinary suspension or revocation
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Eligibility
Successfully complete term of suspension or revocation; Board written recommendation and Department discretion; restoration may be denied after investigation and hearing if not in the public interest.
Orders
Comply with individual disciplinary orders; Section 4-17 identifies no examination.
Skin growth education
Proof of a Department-approved abnormal skin growth education course, including identifying melanoma, is required for original applications on or after January 1, 2026 and the first renewal or restoration on or after that date for a person licensed before 2026 (225 ILCS 410/1-7.10).

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-01-01.

Restoration after less than five years of expiration or inactive status
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Application
Department application, fee and 20 CE hours in the preceding two years.
Ce delivery
Current Section 1175.1210(e) permits all required hours in person or online individual study.
Domestic violence education
One hour of domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education for the initial CE-required renewal; for later renewals the statutory hour is optional. Section 1175.1220 includes teachers.
Skin growth education
Proof of a Department-approved abnormal skin growth education course, including identifying melanoma, is required for original applications on or after January 1, 2026 and the first renewal or restoration on or after that date for a person licensed before 2026 (225 ILCS 410/1-7.10).
Status
Expired or inactive less than five years.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-01-01.

Licensed Esthetician

Individual esthetician licence, including initial, endorsement, additional-licence and restoration pathways.

Licensing authority: Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation · Application information

Additional esthetician licence issuance or restoration from active cosmetologist
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Application
File Department application and pay the fee; Section 1-7(c-5) waives additional profession licensure requirements, subject to requirements established by rule.
Licence held
Active Illinois cosmetologist licence.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-01-01.

Additional esthetician licence issuance or restoration from active cosmetology teacher
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Application
File Department application and pay the fee; Section 1-7(c-5) waives additional profession licensure requirements, subject to requirements established by rule.
Licence held
Active Illinois cosmetology teacher licence.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-01-01.

Additional esthetician licence issuance or restoration from active esthetics teacher
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Application
File Department application and pay the fee; Section 1-7(c-5) waives additional profession licensure requirements, subject to requirements established by rule.
Licence held
Active Illinois esthetics teacher licence.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-01-01.

Domestic endorsement with substantially similar licence and complete documentation
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Applicability
All endorsement requirements satisfied; no prior failed Illinois licensing examination triggering Section 1175.720(f).
Documentation
Name-change proof and fee; the Department may request transcripts or employment verification to establish substantial similarity.
Licence
Current same or substantially similar esthetician licence in another United States jurisdiction, with original and current licensing-board certifications.
Skin growth education
Proof of a Department-approved abnormal skin growth education course, including identifying melanoma, is required for original applications on or after January 1, 2026 and the first renewal or restoration on or after that date for a person licensed before 2026 (225 ILCS 410/1-7.10).

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-01-01.

Domestic endorsement requiring further evidence or examination
National Esthetics Theory Examination
Applicant choice
The examination is involved only if the Department requires it; further information or coursework may suffice instead.
Board discretion
IDFPR qualifications, page 3: Applicants using the endorsement method who are unable to satisfy all application requirements may be required to submit additional information, take additional coursework and/or pass the examination.
Licence
Current esthetician licence in another United States jurisdiction; its substantial similarity or other endorsement requirements have not all been established.
Skin growth education
Proof of a Department-approved abnormal skin growth education course, including identifying melanoma, is required for original applications on or after January 1, 2026 and the first renewal or restoration on or after that date for a person licensed before 2026 (225 ILCS 410/1-7.10).
Foreign country endorsement
National Esthetics Theory Examination
Discretion
The Board may require coursework, a 125-hour refresher or passage of the esthetics examination, and may require an interview or additional information.
Documentation
Name-change proof, required fee and completion of endorsement processing within three years of application.
Education
Sealed subject/hour transcripts or government certification; evaluation at the applicant's expense and additional coursework may be required.
Experience
At least three years of lawful esthetics practice after qualifying, within the five years before application, supported by at least three client, coworker or business-owner affidavits.
Foreign licence
Official evidence of a same or substantially similar foreign esthetician licence, issuance/expiration, qualifying examinations and grades; foreign examinations remain conditions.
Prior illinois failure
If Section 1175.720(f) applies, provide passage of a substantially equivalent examination after the most recent failed Illinois examination. The rule does not name the equivalent examination; it is a condition.
Skin growth education
Proof of a Department-approved abnormal skin growth education course, including identifying melanoma, is required for original applications on or after January 1, 2026 and the first renewal or restoration on or after that date for a person licensed before 2026 (225 ILCS 410/1-7.10).
Licensure by examination after completion of training
National Esthetics Theory Examination
Application
Apply, pay required fees, submit official training transcripts and name-change evidence; CTS approves eligibility before PSI scheduling. Apply to IDFPR after receiving CTS results.
Minimum age
At least 16.
Older board score limit
The older implementing rule 1175.710(d) states: d)         If an applicant has not submitted an application for licensure within 12 months after taking and passing the examination, the applicant must retake and pass the examination prior to being granted a license.
Older cts remedial demand
CTS instructions still state: If you do not take and pass the examination after three (3) attempts, you will be required to take a 125 hour refresher course prior to being scheduled for another examination.
Secondary education
Secondary-school graduation or recognised equivalent, or beyond compulsory school attendance.
Skin growth education
Proof of a Department-approved abnormal skin growth education course, including identifying melanoma, is required for original applications on or after January 1, 2026 and the first renewal or restoration on or after that date for a person licensed before 2026 (225 ILCS 410/1-7.10).
Statutory remedial study
225 ILCS 410/3A-5(a) requires at least 50 additional hours after three failed examinations; the Department may waive remedial training in whole or part upon demonstrated competence or another appropriate determination.
Statutory score limit
225 ILCS 410/4-5(e), effective January 1, 2026: apply within three years of notification of passing; otherwise pass the examination again.
Training
Complete 750 hours of Department-licensed esthetics or cosmetology-school esthetics training over at least 18 weeks. The older implementing rule also specifies no more than four consecutive years.
Training outside illinois
Training must substantially comply with Subpart H; foreign credentials may require approved evaluation at the applicant's expense, additional coursework, a 125-hour refresher, interview or further information at the Board's discretion.
Licensure by examination with pre filed testing at 600 hours
National Esthetics Theory Examination
Application
Apply, pay required fees, submit official training transcripts and name-change evidence; CTS approves eligibility before PSI scheduling. Apply to IDFPR after receiving CTS results.
Early testing
May take the examination after 600 hours; the licence still requires completion of the 750-hour programme.
Minimum age
At least 16.
Older board score limit
The older implementing rule 1175.710(d) states: d)         If an applicant has not submitted an application for licensure within 12 months after taking and passing the examination, the applicant must retake and pass the examination prior to being granted a license.
Older cts remedial demand
CTS instructions still state: If you do not take and pass the examination after three (3) attempts, you will be required to take a 125 hour refresher course prior to being scheduled for another examination.
Secondary education
Secondary-school graduation or recognised equivalent, or beyond compulsory school attendance.
Skin growth education
Proof of a Department-approved abnormal skin growth education course, including identifying melanoma, is required for original applications on or after January 1, 2026 and the first renewal or restoration on or after that date for a person licensed before 2026 (225 ILCS 410/1-7.10).
Statutory remedial study
225 ILCS 410/3A-5(a) requires at least 50 additional hours after three failed examinations; the Department may waive remedial training in whole or part upon demonstrated competence or another appropriate determination.
Statutory score limit
225 ILCS 410/4-5(e), effective January 1, 2026: apply within three years of notification of passing; otherwise pass the examination again.
Training
Complete 750 hours of Department-licensed esthetics or cosmetology-school esthetics training over at least 18 weeks. The older implementing rule also specifies no more than four consecutive years.
Training outside illinois
Training must substantially comply with Subpart H; foreign credentials may require approved evaluation at the applicant's expense, additional coursework, a 125-hour refresher, interview or further information at the Board's discretion.
Restoration following qualifying military service
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Application
Within two years after termination other than dishonourable discharge, provide statutory affidavit; implementing rule requests DD-214 and current renewal fee. Lapsed renewal, reinstatement and restoration fees are waived by Section 1-7(f).
Service
Licence expired during specified active federal military service, State Militia federal service/training, or federally supervised pre-induction training/education.
Skin growth education
Proof of a Department-approved abnormal skin growth education course, including identifying melanoma, is required for original applications on or after January 1, 2026 and the first renewal or restoration on or after that date for a person licensed before 2026 (225 ILCS 410/1-7.10).

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-01-01.

Restoration from inactive status
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Application
Notify the Department, pay current renewal fee and qualify under applicable restoration rules; complete 10 CE hours required for renewal. Inactive practice is prohibited.
Skin growth education
Proof of a Department-approved abnormal skin growth education course, including identifying melanoma, is required for original applications on or after January 1, 2026 and the first renewal or restoration on or after that date for a person licensed before 2026 (225 ILCS 410/1-7.10).
Status
Licence voluntarily placed on inactive status.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-01-01.

Renewal
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Ce delivery
Current Section 1175.1210(e) permits all required hours in person or online individual study.
Continuing education
10 hours of registered-sponsor CE within the preceding two years; first renewal after original issuance is exempt from CE under the rule.
Cycle
Licence expires September 30 of odd-numbered years; apply in the month preceding expiration and pay fee.
Domestic violence education
One hour of domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education for the initial CE-required renewal; for later renewals the statutory hour is optional. Section 1175.1220 includes teachers.
Records
Retain evidence for audits and keep contact details current.
Skin growth education
Proof of a Department-approved abnormal skin growth education course, including identifying melanoma, is required for original applications on or after January 1, 2026 and the first renewal or restoration on or after that date for a person licensed before 2026 (225 ILCS 410/1-7.10).

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-01-01.

Restoration after at least five years without sufficient practice verification
National Esthetics Theory Examination
Alternative
Complete a 125-hour esthetics refresher at an approved school, or pass the licensure examination within two years before or after restoration application. The course is a condition, not an examination alternative leaf.
Ce waiver
The rule waives the additional 10 CE hours for an applicant completing the refresher or taking the examination; remaining subsection (b) requirements continue.
Failed exam
If the applicant takes and fails the examination, the licence is not restored until the examination is passed.
Skin growth education
Proof of a Department-approved abnormal skin growth education course, including identifying melanoma, is required for original applications on or after January 1, 2026 and the first renewal or restoration on or after that date for a person licensed before 2026 (225 ILCS 410/1-7.10).
Status
Expired at least five years and unable to satisfy one or both employment-verification and licensing-certification requirements.
Restoration after at least five years with verified lawful practice
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Application
Restoration Questionnaire, required fee and 10 hours of CE within the preceding two years; complete application processing within three years.
Ce delivery
Current Section 1175.1210(e) permits all required hours in person or online individual study.
Domestic violence education
One hour of domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education for the initial CE-required renewal; for later renewals the statutory hour is optional. Section 1175.1220 includes teachers.
Practice
At least 24 months of lawful practice elsewhere within the preceding five years, verified by at least three clients, coworkers or business owners, plus certification by the licensing authority.
Skin growth education
Proof of a Department-approved abnormal skin growth education course, including identifying melanoma, is required for original applications on or after January 1, 2026 and the first renewal or restoration on or after that date for a person licensed before 2026 (225 ILCS 410/1-7.10).
Status
Expired at least five years.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-01-01.

Restoration after disciplinary suspension or revocation
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Decision
Board written recommendation and Department discretion; after investigation and hearing the Board may find restoration contrary to public interest. Compliance with any case-specific order remains a condition; the controlling provision identifies no examination.
Eligibility
Successfully complete the term of suspension or revocation.
Skin growth education
Proof of a Department-approved abnormal skin growth education course, including identifying melanoma, is required for original applications on or after January 1, 2026 and the first renewal or restoration on or after that date for a person licensed before 2026 (225 ILCS 410/1-7.10).

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-01-01.

Restoration of licence expired less than five years
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Application
Department application, fee and evidence of 10 CE hours within the two years preceding restoration.
Ce delivery
Current Section 1175.1210(e) permits all required hours in person or online individual study.
Domestic violence education
One hour of domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education for the initial CE-required renewal; for later renewals the statutory hour is optional. Section 1175.1220 includes teachers.
Skin growth education
Proof of a Department-approved abnormal skin growth education course, including identifying melanoma, is required for original applications on or after January 1, 2026 and the first renewal or restoration on or after that date for a person licensed before 2026 (225 ILCS 410/1-7.10).
Status
Expired less than five years.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-01-01.

National Esthetics Theory Examination

Provider
National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology (NIC); administered by Test Administration companies and States upon approval and authorization of NIC
Format
Theory examination of four-option multiple-choice items, only one option correct
Exam questions
110 items, of which 100 are weighted and contribute to the final score
Time limit
90 minutes
Examination outline
  • SCIENTIFIC CONCEPTS (55%) (55%)
    • Basic knowledge of microbiology (i.e., bacteria, viruses, parasites, fungi)
    • Apply knowledge of infection control procedures related to: — Levels of infection control (i.e., sanitation, disinfection, sterilization)
    • Apply knowledge of infection control procedures related to: — Methods of infection control (i.e., heat, chemical agents)
    • Apply knowledge of safety procedures and guidelines related to: — Standard (Universal) Precautions
    • Apply knowledge of safety procedures and guidelines related to: — Blood exposure procedures
    • Apply knowledge of safety procedures and guidelines related to: — Safety Data Sheets (SDS) (e.g., manufacturer’s labeling)
    • Apply knowledge of safety procedures and guidelines related to: — Handling of chemicals
    • Demonstrate a basic understanding of human physiology and anatomy related to: — Cells and their functions
    • Demonstrate a basic understanding of human physiology and anatomy related to: — Tissues (i.e., epithelial, connective, nerve, muscular)
    • Demonstrate a basic understanding of human physiology and anatomy related to: — Organs and their function (e.g., skin, lungs, heart)
    • Demonstrate a basic understanding of human physiology and anatomy related to: — Systems and their functions (e.g., muscular, integumentary, nervous, endocrine, skeletal)
    • Demonstrate an understanding of histology and physiology of the skin related to: — Structure and function of the layers of the skin
    • Demonstrate an understanding of histology and physiology of the skin related to: — Structure and function of the glands
    • Demonstrate an understanding of histology and physiology of the skin related to: — Functions of the skin (e.g., protection, temperature regulation, absorption)
    • Recognize and understand skin disorders and diseases related to: — Disorders of the sebaceous gland (e.g., acne, milia, seborrhea)
    • Recognize and understand skin disorders and diseases related to: — Disorders of the sudoriferous gland (e.g., hyperhidrosis, bromhydrosis, anhidrosis)
    • Recognize and understand skin disorders and diseases related to: — Contagious diseases (e.g., bacterial conjunctivitis, herpes simplex, tinea)
    • Recognize and understand skin disorders and diseases related to: — Skin inflammations (e.g., dermatitis, eczema, rosacea)
    • Recognize and understand skin disorders and diseases related to: — Skin pigmentation (i.e., hyperpigmentation, hypopigmentation)
    • Recognize and understand skin disorders and diseases related to: — Skin growths (e.g., skin tags, moles, keratoma)
    • Recognize and understand skin disorders and diseases related to: — Skin cancers (i.e., basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, melanoma)
    • Recognize and understand skin disorders and diseases related to: — Primary and secondary skin lesions
    • Understanding function and composition of the hair related to: — Structure of the hair and its follicle
    • Understanding function and composition of the hair related to: — Growth cycles
    • Understanding function and composition of the hair related to: — Abnormal hair growth (e.g., hirsutism, hypertrichosis)
    • Understanding basic chemistry as related to: — Ingredients
    • Understanding basic chemistry as related to: — Labeling
    • Understanding basic chemistry as related to: — Function (e.g., hydration, protection, cleanse)
    • Understanding basic chemistry as related to: — Acidity/Alkalinity (i.e., pH)
  • SKIN CARE AND SERVICES (45%) (45%)
    • Demonstrate an understanding of performing a client consultation and documentation (e.g., health history, intake form, consultation chart, physician release) — Apply knowledge of client protection (i.e., draping of head and body)
    • Demonstrate an understanding of performing a client consultation and documentation (e.g., health history, intake form, consultation chart, physician release) — Skin analysis (e.g., Fitzpatrick skin types/conditions/characteristics)
    • Demonstrate an understanding of performing a client consultation and documentation (e.g., health history, intake form, consultation chart, physician release) — Contraindications for skin services
    • Demonstrate an understanding of performing a client consultation and documentation (e.g., health history, intake form, consultation chart, physician release) — Treatment protocol
    • Demonstrate an understanding of basic facial procedures
    • Demonstrate an understanding of cleansing procedures
    • Demonstrate an understanding of steaming procedures
    • Demonstrate an understanding of exfoliation procedures (i.e., chemical, mechanical/manual)
    • Demonstrate a basic understanding of massage movements
    • Demonstrate an understanding of methods of extraction
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the functions and applications of masks related to clay/mud (e.g., cream, gel, clay/mud)
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the conclusion of facial services: — Treat/moisturize (e.g., treatment cream, serum)
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the conclusion of facial services: — Sun protection
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the conclusion of facial services: — Home care (i.e., after care)
    • Demonstrate a basic knowledge of the use of electrical equipment used in skin services
    • Demonstrate an understanding of makeup as related to: — Principles (e.g., color theory)
    • Demonstrate an understanding of makeup as related to: — Product selection (e.g., lipstick, foundation)
    • Demonstrate an understanding of makeup as related to: — Application (e.g., contouring, highlighting, blending)
    • Demonstrate an understanding of makeup as related to: — Safety (e.g., bracing)
    • Demonstrate an understanding of makeup as related to: — Infection control (e.g., disposables, disinfection of tools)
    • Demonstrate a basic knowledge of other services related to: — Facial services (e.g., aromatherapy, pre- and post-surgical/medical treatments, ultrasonic)
    • Demonstrate a basic knowledge of other services related to: — Body treatments (body wraps, body scrubs, sunless tanning)
    • Demonstrate a basic knowledge of other services related to: — Eyelash and eyebrow services (e.g., lash and brow tinting, artificial lashes, lash lifting/perming)
    • Demonstrate a basic knowledge of other services related to: — Demonstrate an understanding of hair removal methods and procedures (i.e., waxing, tweezing)
    • Demonstrate a basic knowledge of other services related to: — Wellness programs
    • Demonstrates basic knowledge of advanced topics and treatments (e.g., dermaplaning, nano infusion, microdermabrasion)
Examination sources