MURAD Partnership Program

 

Who can register for the program?

• Licensed cosmetologists & Estheticians
  Licensed paramedics
• Nurses & Nurse practitioners
• Physicians & Physician assistants 

This program integrates the science and precision of advanced skin care procedures with
the artistry and elegance of beauty. This step-by-step inspirational program will walk you through what you need to do and to know to be recognized in earning a Para-medical Esthetic certificate and help to be successful in this field. 
At the end of the program, the students will be better knowledgeable in aspects of medical
aesthetics, deeply informed of up-to-date skin care equipments, products and theories,
be very self-confident in handling the most precise and difficult skin care procedures.   

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What is a paramedical esthetician?

A paramedical esthetician designates someone who has undergone complete professional training in caring for and treating healthy skin. Following training, she must complete examinations, both theoretical and practical to be awarded a certificate. Paramedical esthetician do not prescribe medication or give medical advise.

Upon successful completion of  the program:

Course Knowledge

1. Advanced consultation & assessment of new client. 
2. Psychological aspects of the client.
3. Structure, Function of the skin. 
4. Skin absorption.
   Proper skin care is based on the appropriate skin care process with the application of the right products. The knowledge of different theories behind skin absorption will be quite helpful in this matter.
5. Bacteriology in a salon setting.
6. Chemistry and products ingredients. 
7. Skin disorders. 
8. Skin conditions you can treat. 
9. Pigmentation disorders. 
10. Evaluation and treatment of pigmented lesions. 
11. Aging and photo-aging. 
12. Evaluation and treatment of photo-aging. 
13. Acne and Rosacea. 
14. Evaluation and advanced treatment of acne and Rosacea. 
15. Chemical peels, types, indications, contraindications. 
16. New equipment in medical aesthetics. 
17. Microdermabrasion. 
18. Introduction to Botox and Restylane. 
19. Lasers. 
20. Skin Nutrition. 
21. Medical terminology 
22. Role of medical aesthetician in a medical office. 
23. How to set-up a medical aesthetic practice. 
24. Business aspect of medical aesthetics.
    A must to succeed in the outside world.
    

The medical aesthetician

The word "aesthetician" has many people confused. It can have different interpretations for different people. For instance, when it is spelled "esthetician", it may represent a person who has chosen to work in a salon or spa setting. Adding an "a" to the word changes its meaning altogether, for some people, depending on their education on the subject. The "aesthetician" will be the subject of this definition.  Whether we address the aesthetician as "medical," "paramedical," "clinical," or "camouflage therapist," the fact is that this
person has chosen to work in the medical field.

At this time, it is up to the esthetician to continue to advance his or her education by attending seminars, advance classes, conferences, etc. Continuing to learn new techniques and procedures and to be always open to new ideas marks the difference between a successful aesthetician and one who is not.
The following is an outline of the role an aesthetician plays in a medical practice. It is not intended to be a job description that the human resources departments expect to receive.
This is a blueprint of the capabilities an aesthetician can bring to the physician's practice.

How aestheticians can help physicians

1. Prepare patient for surgery
2. Provide treatments ordinarily not available in a physician's office or that a physician may not have the time to provide
3. Provide postoperative treatments to accelerate healing
4. Recognize potential problems with patient ie: hyperpigmentation, milia
5. Enhance patient's results and enhance physician's reputation
6. Provide patient referrals
   

How physicians and aestheticians can help patients

1. Work with the patient to be sure the proper treatment is provided and continued until it is no longer necessary
2. Reinforce any procedures and or treatments that may be recommended
   

How this relationship can be a win-win situation

The physician and aesthetician work as a team to provide the patient with the knowledge and treatments necessary for continued success.
Prepares for entry-level positions as a medical esthetician in medical offices, plastic surgery centers, as well as dermatology offices.

* Above informations are subject to change