“The Study Guide clearly and accurately provided information. At the beginning of each section are very good examples of specific situations, skin diseases, and ways to provide professional help.”–Tetiana Nahliuk, Edgewood, WA.

TABLE OF CONTENTS 

INTRODUCTION
Course Overview
Completing the Application
Approved Training Facilities
Advanced Study Sections:
Alternative Therapies
Medical Esthetics
Laser & Light Therapies
Esthetics Technologies
Introduction to Oncology Esthetics
Skin of Color
Introduction to Holistic Esthetic Science
Advertise Your Success
Recertification Requirements and Lifetime NCEA Certified Credential
How to Use this Study Guide
How to Prepare for the  Written Examination
Succeeding in this Certification
Commission on Accreditation (COA-Approved CEs)

SECTION 1
The Role and Characteristics of the NCEA Certified Professional
Role Modeling
Professionalism
Benefits and Responsibilities being NCEA Certified 
Five Reasons to get your NCEA Certified credential
NCEA Esthetician Code of Ethics
Knowledge Review

SECTION 2
Client Care and the Sciences of Skin
Anatomy and Physiology
Skin Types
Skin Conditions
Classification Systems
Health, Lifestyle and Nutrition
Skin Disorders and Diseases
Autoimmune Diseases
Knowledge Review

SECTION 3
Professional Treatments
Client Consultation Form
Client Medical and Lifestyle History Form
Treatment Documentation Form
Informed Consent and Signed Release Form
Client Care and Recommended Home Care
Precautions to Treatment
Contraindications to Treatment
Exfoliation: Chemical/Mechanical
Lasers and Light Therapy
Light Emitting Diodes
Ultrasound
Microcurrent
Body Treatments
Lymphatic Drainage
Water Treatments
Spa & Wellness
Camouflage Makeup
Knowledge Review

SECTION 4
Medical Professional Interaction
Disciplines & Definitions
Prescription Drugs/OTCs
Medical Terminology
Preoperative/Postoperative Care
Wound Healing
Injectables: Botulinium Toxin/Dermal Fillers
Knowledge Review

SECTION 5
Risk Management
What is Risk Management?
Legal Risk Management
Professional Liability Insurance
NCEA Equipment Evaluation Form
Managing & Identifying Risks
Client Health & Safety
Personal Health & Safety
Legal Risk Management Steps in the Event of an Accident
First Aid
Burns
CPR
AED
Knowledge Review

SECTION 6
The Business of Skin Care
Business Plan
Types of Corporations
Marketing
Social Media
Retail
Franchising
Menu Development
Business Software
Record Keeping
Human Resources
Policies and Procedures
Facility Layout
Equipment & Product Purchasing
Continuing Education
Advancing Your Career
Protect Yourself – 10 Steps
Advanced Study Sections
Knowledge Review

APPENDIX
Report Errors and/or Corrections Form
Candidate Information Bulletin
Self Assessment Answers