Medical Esthetician School - any recommendations in San Francsico or California???

If you need your basic esthetician certification first, Ogle schools are awesome (locations in Fort Worth, Dallas, Arlington, and Hurst) and as for the actual medical esthetic program the only one I know of is Dallas Center for Advanced Medical Aesthetics (dallasmedicalaesthetics.com)

Hope this helps!

Albert Canalizo in Arlington, Texas said: No, as a licensed cosmetologist you cand practice esthetics, however I suggest you take post graduate classes like a place i.e. International Dermal Instiutiue so you have the necessary back ground. An esthetician usually has a min of 750 hours before licensing. Years ago the 150-200 orso hours a cosmetologist was given was okay but the last few years esthetics has and will continue to change so very much that one should strive to get at least 1200 hours by taking advanced esthetic classes. It is coming ever closer to medical. To my knowledge, Dr Fam's Dallas Advanced Medical Aesthetic program- 8 full days the the only state licensed medical aesthetic provider taught by a physican. He is excellent but I would suggest you take IDI's 5 day advanced basic class and a few other before so you have a good foundation .

This is interesting. What makes have the impression that this is a state licensed medical aesthetic provider? I can't find it. Is it licensed through the TDLR or the Medical Board?

Jeff

Hi,
I am a cosmetologist and am trying to get into an esthetician school although technically I can practice esthetics with my license. I feel that I only learned the absolute basics in skin care at school and would have next to nothing to offer if I tried to get a job in the esthetics field as of now. Do you feel that its necessary to go to an esthetics school like I have planned or is that a waste of money since I have my other license. I feel that the teacher that will be instructing my school is very knowledgeable and could really help me out alot but spending around 8,000 is also a pretty big expense. If anyone can help me on that id really appreciate it.
Thanks,
Leah

I am also looking into schools in the DFW area. Any suggestions other than Ogle? I contacted them and they claimed that Shelton Ogle still owns them but a stylist at Ridgmar Toni and Guy this weekend told me that they sold out to a corporation and that the atmosphere there has really changed. Any comments? Mimms?

Leah in Penn, Pennsylvania said: Hi,
I am a cosmetologist and am trying to get into an esthetician school although technically I can practice esthetics with my license. I feel that I only learned the absolute basics in skin care at school and would have next to nothing to offer if I tried to get a job in the esthetics field as of now. Do you feel that its necessary to go to an esthetics school like I have planned or is that a waste of money since I have my other license. I feel that the teacher that will be instructing my school is very knowledgeable and could really help me out alot but spending around 8,000 is also a pretty big expense. If anyone can help me on that id really appreciate it.
Thanks,
Leah

Since you are already licensed, you could just need a couple of textbooks, a tutor and some practice.

Jeff

Jen-Ai Morgan in Fort Worth, Texas said: I am also looking into schools in the DFW area. Any suggestions other than Ogle? I contacted them and they claimed that Shelton Ogle still owns them but a stylist at Ridgmar Toni and Guy this weekend told me that they sold out to a corporation and that the atmosphere there has really changed. Any comments? Mimms?

I don't know about any other schools so I can't help you there! But no Shelton Ogle doesn't own the schools or salons anymore (his sons tookover the salons but I'm not sure about the school). I love Ogle and after 6 weeks there you'll feel ready to be in an actual spa. They teach you so much, you'll always have a teacher around for help, and you get to work on real clients after only 4 weeks so you get lots of experience before graduating. It's a great school, I'd recommend it.

Thanks Jeff. I actually think that I may go to the school just so I am promised good instructions and the knowledge to go find a job when I'm done and just not hope that someone out there will take me by the hand and teach me the right things to do. Im not sure if that seems right to you but I feel that it would be a good move. I really appreciate your advice though, you seem to really know alot. I did have another question for you if you could help me out.. I really want to get into the more medical branch of esthetics and I would like someones professional input on that and what you think is required. I keep reading that you need practice in lasers and i dont think that most schools cover that, but i see that there are courses on it.

Leah in Penn, Pennsylvania said: I did have another question for you if you could help me out.. I really want to get into the more medical branch of esthetics and I would like someones professional input on that and what you think is required. I keep reading that you need practice in lasers and i dont think that most schools cover that, but i see that there are courses on it.

Actually the more scientific/medical branch of esthetics is "clinical esthetics"

Lasers are not a part of Medical Esthetics. It is an additional certification and has nothing to do with esthetics. Someone practicing medical esthetics in a doctors office could also be doing lasers and even injections but only because they also posess additional certifications or licenses (e.g PA, RN, etc) which allows them to legally perform these procedures.

I know that much of this is confusing and understand because there are different laws and regulations in each state. One state may not require any certifications to perform laser procedures. Others may require certifications or even licenses. In that most states require licensed esthetic schools to only teach or offer what is withing the scope of practice within the license, you will not see subjects like lasers and the like being taught or offered in a state licensed school.

This might help:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=i5hD4elmVL0

Jeff

Thanks so much, its great to have someone to ask these questions to.

i was just hired in a laser center to get the retail business going, get certified in laser, and now they are wondering if i can be trained to do chemical peels, facials and micro? is there a 1 or 2 week school or can someone like an rn who does this type of business now can train me? i live in tennessee and cant find anything about this.

I have a question. I am a RN looking to start a career in medical esthetics. Does anyone have any advice on how to get started with training? or know of a company hiring and willing to train? I would be willing to drive to Los Angeles, Orange County or Beverly Hills.

Jen-Ai Morgan in Fort Worth, Texas said: I am also looking into schools in the DFW area. Any suggestions other than Ogle? I contacted them and they claimed that Shelton Ogle still owns them but a stylist at Ridgmar Toni and Guy this weekend told me that they sold out to a corporation and that the atmosphere there has really changed. Any comments? Mimms?

Jen-Ai Morgan.. There is a bunch of cosmetology schools in the dfw area.

Cosmetology career center (dallas)
Toni & guy academy (n. dallas)
Remington college cosmetology
its academy of beauty (denton)
Aladdin beauty college (fort worth)

Jeff B in Dallas, Texas said: I am in Texas. If you email me, I might be able to clearify things for you.

aaea@earthlink.net

Can an Lvn give Botox treatments?I have been in nursing for twenty years.I also have a cosmetology license.I have been wanting to change my career from nursing to beauty for about 10 years now but I have been riding the fence.I can also do permanent make-up.Do you know of any schools that teach face peels?Thank you.I have to get out of nursing.

michele phelan in san francisco, California said: Hi,
I have been a medical esthetican for over twenty years. I am a CIDESCO ( highest level of esthetics) and esthetican teacher, skin care clinic business owner, muliti published skin care writer and registered aromatherapist.
Just so you know there is no license that you can obtain in California that will enable you to practice medical esthetics. A license is not required at this time. There are however several good programs in California that offer certifications upon taking there course and passing there test. Some medical offices will also hire an esthetican and train them themselves. CIDESCO diplomats ( highest level of esthetics) are highly sought after as they have 1,500 hours of esthetics and clinical training.
If you are a licensed esthetican or cosmetologist who is well trained in skin care it is recommended that you at least take classes in clinical esthetics eg: peels, acne treatments, micro derm, lymphatic drainage and so on.. if you are interested in working in a medical office. For more info on medical esthetics training you can contact me at conceptsmmp@yahoo.com ..Hope this has helped.[/QUOTE

Hi,

I am a licensed cosmetologist and I also have a B.A. in Liberal Arts. I am very interested in medical esthetics. I have tried to work in a spa as an esthetician, but they tell me I need to go back to school to be an esthetician. Well, anyway I really don't want to go back to school and I am not sure how to get into the field. Do you have any advice?

Thanks,
Trisha

Hi Jeff,
I have been a licensed cosmetologist since 1980 and am currently doing nails/pedicures. I'm not totally ignorant to esthetics, but definitely need some facial practice if I'm going to change fields. I'm in the Dallas area once or twice a month and would like to find someone who I could watch, talk to, and get some pointers from. Any suggestions?

Patrice

Albert Canalizo in Arlington, Texas said: To my knowledge, Dr Fam's Dallas Advanced Medical Aesthetic program- 8 full days the the only state licensed medical aesthetic provider

Where did you hear this was a licensed medical aesthetic provider? I can't find anything that shows that this is a licensed school.

Patrice Scroggs in Brownwood, Texas said: Hi Jeff,
I have been a licensed cosmetologist since 1980 and am currently doing nails/pedicures. I'm not totally ignorant to esthetics, but definitely need some facial practice if I'm going to change fields. I'm in the Dallas area once or twice a month and would like to find someone who I could watch, talk to, and get some pointers from. Any suggestions?

Patrice

email me and I will see what I can do to help

aaea@earthlink.net

go to TDLR provider(Texas Cos Board) site:
www.license.state.tx.us/ContinuingEducation/ContinuingEducationProvider.aspx?ProviderType=750

DALLAS CENTER FOR ADV MEDICAL AESTHETICS Provider # : 1173
DALLAS, TX (972) 380-1510 www.dallasmedicalaesthetics.com
SKIN CARE KNOWLEDGE UPDATE 3452 Classroom 3.00 CE Sanitation 31.00 CE Cosmetology Related exp 4/4/2009
SKIN AESTHETICS UPGRADE 3810 Classroom 12.00CE Cosmetology Related Exp 7/14/2009
SANITATION IN AESTHETIC PRACTICE 3811 Classroom 4.00 CE Sanitation Exp 7/14/2009
34 hours of the 64 hours are TDLR approved.

Albert in Mandeville, Louisiana said: go to TDLR provider(Texas Cos Board) site:
www.license.state.tx.us/ContinuingEducation/ContinuingEducationProvider.aspx?ProviderType=750

DALLAS CENTER FOR ADV MEDICAL AESTHETICS Provider # : 1173
DALLAS, TX (972) 380-1510 www.license.state.tx.us/ContinuingEducation/ContinuingEducationProvider.aspx?ProviderType=750
SKIN CARE KNOWLEDGE UPDATE 3452 Classroom 3.00 CE Sanitation 31.00 CE Cosmetology Related exp 4/4/2009
SKIN AESTHETICS UPGRADE 3810 Classroom 12.00CE Cosmetology Related Exp 7/14/2009
SANITATION IN AESTHETIC PRACTICE 3811 Classroom 4.00 CE Sanitation Exp 7/14/2009
34 hours of the 64 hours are TDLR approved.

There seems to be some misconception. I am familiar with them being on the list for approved CUE classes as a provider. However, being a CEU provider does not mean that you are a licensed education establishment in Texas. If that were the case, the TEXAS BEAUTY SHOW (Provider # : 1395) would also be licensed. It only means that certain credits can be applied to the states required CEU subjects which is needed to renew your license. There is a big difference. Your post shows all subject matters which are approved. However, none relate to "Medical Aesthetics". If you will notice the subject of "Medical Aesthetics" is not on the list of approved subjects. This does not mean that they can not offer such a class. It just means that the class is not approved as a curriculum. It also does not mean that such an establishment does not provide quality education.

The position of TDLR has been made clear a number of times to me. They consider Medical Aesthetics beyond the scope of their agency and the practice of esthetics. Therefore, how could they approve any program that relates to it?

This is why I was curious as to how you got the idea that the course was either licensed or approved.

But let me repeat: This does not mean that the education provided is good or lacking.

What do you want from my life? I went to his 9 day class and got a lot from it and the money was well spent. As I understand it a medical esthetician works with a physician that is why I assume they are called medical estheticians. He trains one on the basics on being a medical aesthetician provider as well as ways an advanced esthetician can become more effective in the scope of their practice. How to really give clients real treatments, not just feel good. How to cut through all the hype and marketing out there. Each state has very different laws and the way we are able to practice within our license. That is what we learn the first 5 minutes. His classes are limited to 7 or 8 people and each of us was there for different reasons. Who said anything about a "school"? It's a 9 day program in his office where he practices his medical field. Besides us estheticians or facialist, physicians and RN's also attend the program to learn medical aesthetics along side of us; however they stay an extra 3 days to learn things that only they are licensed do. We non-medical licensed estheticians are not allowed to attend those extra days where he teaches how to give Botox, Restylane, Mesotherapy, Photo-Laser, etc. He gives us an overview of these things as well as taught us how to really consult with a client, the psychology of different clients, the real anatomy and physiology of the skin, how it really works and absorbs, chemistry, skin conditions we can treat and how to spot such conditions or disorders that need to be referred to a physician, how to really treat pigmentation disorders, aging, acne and Rosacea (the field of medicine he practices), micro-derm the correct way and when not to micro-derm and a dozen other areas as well…taught from a physician’s point of view. Not by a RN or esthetician…a real physician. You have hands on with real patients of his with him at your side- about a real as it can get.

And I am happy I am one of Dr Fam’s students. Whenever I see a problem or condition I am not sure about, I send him an Email with digital pictures of the skin condition and he gets back to me as well as any of his former students. We are also given an emergency phone number to call if we really have an emergency that really can’t wait – we try never to use it but he is there for us. Now you tell me where else can you find such a “deal”. He instills a sense of precision in us from day one – we are professionals and we are not allowed to guess – we must know or get the correct answers … he is very tough in this area. Even in the way we answer the questions on his final exam – no guessing or he gets very firm with us and makes us think. That being said, I feel before one goes to such a place one should first go to a place like the International Dermal Inst for 100 hours and get their post graduate degree for about $17 per hour and get a solid, no nonsense, no product orientated post grad education and maybe continue and earn their Honors Diploma after 300 hours. I am sure there are others but I can’t see any being better. Also attend other CE’s, programs, etc and subscribe to things like Dermascope, Les Nouvellas Esthetiques, become NCEA and CIDESCO certified, join professional organizations, etc.

Please stop sending your replies to my e-mail.

Albert in Mandeville, Louisiana said: What do you want from my life? I went to his 9 day class and got a lot from it and the money was well spent. As I understand it a medical esthetician works with a physician that is why I assume they are called medical estheticians.[QUOTE]

Albert,
Take a deep breath and relax. I assume you are referring to my comment. I don't remember commenting on the quality of the education offered. I only commented on the fact that you represented this course as the "only licensed medical aesthetics provider" which is not correct. If I am correct F.A.C.E. is another. I think what you meant was that Dr. Fam is the only licensed medical provider (physician) who offers this aesthetics program.

Patrice Scroggs in Brownwood, Texas said: Please stop sending your replies to my e-mail.

If you are receiving these messages in your email, it is because you set it up that way in your profile or clicked on the box "Email me when new comments are added". This is not any of the posters fault.

Hopes this helps

Jeff B in Dallas, Texas said: If you are receiving these messages in your email, it is because you set it up that way in your profiI le or clicked on the box "Email me when new comments are added". This is not any of the posters fault.

Hopes this helps

I see. I thought I would just be communicating with you through my e-mail, not everyone else. My mistake. How do I undo it?

The next time you receive an email go to the very bottom of it. There you will see a link that says:
"Cancel this alert" Click on it. Hopefully, this will stop it.

Jeff

I live in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania & I want to become a Medical Esthetican but I have absolutely know idea where to start. Do I go get a esthetican license or do I goto school to become a Rn? My goal is to be able to do botox, restalyne injections etc.. & also get certified to do everything under the sun with lasers. Esthetican schol is $4000; Laser school is $9000; & nursing is, well, a lot! Where do I start; & what do I need EXACTLY to reach my goal?

Kim B in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania said: I live in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania & I want to become a Medical Esthetican but I have absolutely know idea where to start. Do I go get a esthetican license or do I goto school to become a Rn? My goal is to be able to do botox, restalyne injections etc.. & also get certified to do everything under the sun with lasers. Esthetican schol is $4000; Laser school is $9000; & nursing is, well, a lot! Where do I start; & what do I need EXACTLY to reach my goal?

If your goal is to do injections, then go to nursing school first. You can then work while learning the rest in a field that has a high demand and of which you can alsways fall back on.

Jeff B in Dallas, Texas said: If your goal is to do injections, then go to nursing school first. You can then work while learning the rest in a field that has a high demand and of which you can alsways fall back on.

One more thing. Make sure to check with your state as to who can do injections. Some allow RN's Others may require a PA.

Whats a PA? Yikes!

Kristin in San Mateo, California said: I am a current cosmetologist wanting to become a medical esthetician. Do I need to become a esthetician before attending medical esthetics institutions? or is cosmetologist okay? Where are the good medical esthetics school? thanks!

In the State of Ohio, basically anyone can perform skincare treatments in the office under a doctor's supervision. This is not to say this is desireable. A cosmotologist can perform skincare treatments as well as an esthetician but most likely would have to be trained as well, some doctor's offices would like a following. Our classes in Cleveland. I would recommend becomming an esthetician then a certified medical assistant or offering to work as a medical assistant as well. Again, someone can be trained without going to MA school to be a medical assitant in the office. Our school scientific skincare offers exciting CE and CME classes at a fraction of the cost. We have a great class comming up that features Juvederm, Botox information and demos plus classes on camoflage, pre and post procedure info as well as info on advanced peels and other exfoliaion procedures. There is inexpensive but nice accommodations available. Please contact Raizel at 440.289.8247 or check out our website for more information www.Scientificskincareinstitute.com This almost 8 hour class is just $65.00 and you will get a great deal of information. The class has been designed by a board certified plastic surgeon, licensed cosmetology instructor and a MA in education.

Angela in Fort Wayne, Indiana said: I have been a licensed Practical Nurse for 17 years. I work the
Burn Unit at a local hospital. I will be going to school in June
to become a esthetician. What do I need to have to be a "Medical
Esthetician"?

All you need is the aesthetician's license and that's it -- a job in a docotor's office. There is absolutely no regulation about this as the rules vary from state to state.

Kim B in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania said: Whats a PA? Yikes!

Physician's Assistant

Scientific Skincare Institute in Cleveland, Ohio said: In the State of Ohio, basically anyone can perform skincare treatments in the office under a doctor's supervision. This is not to say this is desireable. A cosmotologist can perform skincare treatments as well as an esthetician but most likely would have to be trained as well, some doctor's offices would like a following. Our classes in Cleveland. I would recommend becomming an esthetician then a certified medical assistant or offering to work as a medical assistant as well. Again, someone can be trained without going to MA school to be a medical assitant in the office. Our school scientific skincare offers exciting CE and CME classes at a fraction of the cost. We have a great class comming up that features Juvederm, Botox information and demos plus classes on camoflage, pre and post procedure info as well as info on advanced peels and other exfoliaion procedures. There is inexpensive but nice accommodations available. Please contact Raizel at 440.289.8247 or check out our website for more information www.Scientificskincareinstitute.com This almost 8 hour class is just $65.00 and you will get a great deal of information. The class has been designed by a board certified plastic surgeon, licensed cosmetology instructor and a MA in education.

I went to this site and could only find info on a cruise presentation. I can't comment on the presentation, however, 8 hours IMHO is just too short a time. What is the syllabus?

Since we are being commercial here, those interested in medical esthetics might be interested in the DVD I produced. You can see parts on youtube.com

www.youtube.com/results?search_query=tino+lerma&search_type=&aq=f

Scientific Skincare Institute in Cleveland, Ohio said: All you need is the aesthetician's license and that's it -- a job in a docotor's office. There is absolutely no regulation about this as the rules vary from state to state.

I was told that I have to have some sort of medical degree, either a Rn, a Pa or a medical assistant to do injections. I am sooo confused. I would rather not have to become a nurse or a Pa. Does that go for Pennsylvania to just become a esthetician & work under a doctor? & I will be moving to Florida in a couple of years how is it there. Where did you get your information from? I have been trying to figure this out for the past 2 months. My head is spinning.

Scientific Skincare Institute in Cleveland, Ohio said: All you need is the aesthetician's license and that's it -- a job in a docotor's office. There is absolutely no regulation about this as the rules vary from state to state.

I have called the Pennsylvania State Boards & they said that a "DOCTOR" or a "PA" can work with lasers & do the injections. I called the Nursing State Boards & they have no definitive answer weather or not that a nurse can or can not work with lasers; & someone else will be getting back to me on weather a nurse can or con not give injections.

PA state boards # (717) 783-1400
PA Nursing board # (717) 783-7200

Kim Baker in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania said: I have called the Pennsylvania State Boards & they said that a "DOCTOR" or a "PA" can work with lasers & do the injections. I called the Nursing State Boards & they have no definitive answer weather or not that a nurse can or can not work with lasers; & someone else will be getting back to me on weather a nurse can or con not give injections.

PA state boards # (717) 783-1400
PA Nursing board # (717) 783-7200

In the state of Florida here is the law:

The Board of Medicine has determined that the use of lasers, laser-like devices and intense pulsed light devices is considered the practice of medicine.

The Board of Medicine has stated that lasers, laser for hair removal, Botox injections, collagen injections, and any other noninvase injections of materials used as procedures to treat patients must be performed by a Physician, a Physician Assistant under supervision, or an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner working under a protocol signed by a Physician.
With respect to laser hair removal, the Board of Medicine has previously stated that a Physician, an Osteopathic Physician, a Physician Assistant under the supervision of a physician, an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner under protocols with a physician, or an Electrologist working under the direct supervision and responsibility of a Physician is required.

michele phelan in san francisco, California said: Hi,
I have been a medical esthetican for over twenty years. I am a CIDESCO ( highest level of esthetics) and esthetican teacher, skin care clinic business owner, muliti published skin care writer and registered aromatherapist.
Just so you know there is no license that you can obtain in California that will enable you to practice medical esthetics. A license is not required at this time. There are however several good programs in California that offer certifications upon taking there course and passing there test. Some medical offices will also hire an esthetican and train them themselves. CIDESCO diplomats ( highest level of esthetics) are highly sought after as they have 1,500 hours of esthetics and clinical training.
If you are a licensed esthetican or cosmetologist who is well trained in skin care it is recommended that you at least take classes in clinical esthetics eg: peels, acne treatments, micro derm, lymphatic drainage and so on.. if you are interested in working in a medical office. For more info on medical esthetics training you can contact me at conceptsmmp@yahoo.com ..Hope this has helped.

Im sorry I' couldnt figure out how to respond.
How do you get a CIDESCO diploma?

Hi, You must first attend a school that offers the CIDESCO program (1,500 hours) and pass the written and practical tests. The closest school to you is probably Marty's in SF.

I already have my esthetician license and I'm interested in working in a doctor's office what would I need to do at this point. I've never been employed as an esthetician so I don't have any experience outside of school. Is there anything I need to do before I start sending my resume.

As far as the CIDESCO program, how do I go about getting information? I live in the Palm Springs area so SF would too far.

Hi I have been looking for a good advanced and medical esthetics school for the past 6 months and still I cannot make up my mind. either a school offers just esthetics or just medical esthetics. If they offer both then one of them are not as advanced. It is so confusing picking a school when all of them are telling u they're curriculum is above industry standards. And what is the difference between certificate and diploma? can u still perform services on a certificate? and if I have a medical esthetic certificate will that be enough for a medical place to hire me? Do you really need a cidesco diploma to work around the world? And as to teachers, how do I know it is a good and experienced teacher? please I would really appreciate if someone got back to me on this. I am so confused as to what school I should choose. I live in Mississauga, close to toronto and am looking for something within that area. I was wondering if anyone heard of these school, and please if you have tell me what you heard on them and what you think about them. Gina's college of advanced essthetics ( they offer cidesco certification), Edith Serei Institute, Elmcrest College, Bodypro, Chellsey Institute, Brittain Institute, beauty exchange. I just don't know how to make up my mind. YOur help will be greatly appreciated! thanx Gina.

michele phelan in san francisco, California said: Hello,
In the state of California it is neccessary to have an esthetician license to practice. If you have a license form another state you may be able to take the California State board test and become licensed. Check with the Califronia Cosmetology board for more info.
Toronto has a great CIDESCO program, so does San Francisco is you are interested in this.
In California to practice more invasive procedures in a medical office under a doctors supervision a RN degree is required.
If you need more info please email conceptsmmp@yahoo.com

Hi
Where in San Francisco can one do CIDESCO?

Kristin in San Mateo, California said: I am a current cosmetologist wanting to become a medical esthetician. Do I need to become a esthetician before attending medical esthetics institutions? or is cosmetologist okay? Where are the good medical esthetics school? thanks!

Im currently a student in A 600-hour esthetics program in Michigan. As i been told, and researched for myself because thats the feild im focusing on, there ARE NOT Medical Esthetics Schools available. You can continue your education AFTER with side classes to become trained with the med-spa services. Every state is different, but cosmotologist are not licensed skin care professionals so as far as your cosmo license, you do not qualify for advance education because you havent been FULLY trained with the skin. Therefore, you have to be an Esthetician to further your training in medical

I am not sure where you got your information, however, I verified with your state (michigan) board of cosmetology and a Cosmetologist license qualifies a cosmetologist to perform all procedures (including estys)and is therefore eligable for all advanced training offered to those who only have a esty license.

Although there are no schools that I know of, there are courses. There is even a course on DVD for about $800. What is confusing to many is the fact that the term "Medical Esthetics" is very vague and confusing as to what is actually within its scope of practice (e.g. injections and lasers. Many believe that that is a part...which it is not.) One of the reasons why this is confusing as Medical Esthetics is actually a crossover field. Although esty's are crossing over into medical there are also medical practitioners who are crossing over into esthetics and some MP's can perform things like injections.

Hope this helps

Jeff

I am interested in becoming an esthetician and am trying to find a good affordable school and trianing. My hopes are to go into the medical vs. spa. I am willing to travel for short courses if needed. THANK YOU FOR ANY ASSISTANCE AND DIRECTION YOU MAY BE ABLE TO OFFER.

Hi, I am a registered dental ass. I will be taking the esthetician course in March. I recently noticed the area of paramedical esthetician, what exactly can they do? And can a esthetician in Ca.do any botox, fillers, etc. with any extra training courses? I 've been trying to find info on what is legal for the esthetician with continuing ed. I would love to hear back from you, Thanks,

msbeezly in Paradise, California said: And can a esthetician in Ca.do any botox, fillers, etc. with any extra training courses?

The answer is NO!

Eddie in San Mateo, California said: Hi
Where in San Francisco can one do CIDESCO?

At Marty's in San Francisco

Kristin in San Mateo, California said: I am a current cosmetologist wanting to become a medical esthetician. Do I need to become a esthetician before attending medical esthetics institutions? or is cosmetologist okay? Where are the good medical esthetics school? thanks!

The best thing to do is to start off at a medical spa doing facials and waxing and they can train you there with the stuff they have. I have cant find any places in the area to train.

Trisha in Redding, California said:

Here few of my friends who are a licensed esthetican or cosmetologist who is well trained in skin care.They are conducting classes in clinical esthetics like acne treatments and so on.. For more info

acne-independence.com/ Acne-Independence-Cure for Acne,Painful Acne,Treatment for acne,Causes for acne,herbs for acne

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