TABLE OF CONTENTS 

INTRODUCTION
Course Overview and 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 Training Manual
How to Prepare for the  Written Examination
Succeeding in this Certification
Commission on Accreditation (COA-Approved CEs)

SECTION 1
What is a NCEA Certified Professional?
Role Modeling
Professionalism
Benefits and Responsibilities of the NCEA Certified Professional
Five Reasons to be a NCEA Certified Professional
Code of Ethics
Knowledge Review

SECTION 2
Client Care and the Sciences of Skin
Anatomy and Physiology
Skin Types
Skin Conditions
Classification Systems
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