Wax Technician Program Syllabus

Waxing is a 115-hour course training student to become a licensed waxing technician. Students learn about professional image, decontamination as well as hair removal technique by use of wax. Students will be trained on strip wax as well as hard wax. Students will also be trained in the safety of clients as well as for themselves. It is also important that with the skills taught to the student that they are also taught the importance of business. Therefore, their studies will include the business aspects of the industry, starting with client consultation, proper record keeping for business.

Upon completion of the course, students will receive a certificate of completion, and will qualify to take a state board test to become licensed as a Waxing Technician. The state of Virginia currently does not require CEUs to maintain license. The license must be renewed every two years by paying the necessary fee. School works over clock hours and the total tuition is based on the cost of the course and not credit hours.

The clock hour education is provided through a sequential set of learning steps which address specific tasks necessary for state board preparation, graduation, and job entry level skills. Clinic equipment, implements, and products are comparable to those used in the industry. Each student will receive instruction that relates to the performance of useful, creative, and productive career-oriented activities. The course is presented through comprehensive lesson plans which reflect effective educational methods. Subjects are presented by means of interactive lectures, demonstration, cooperative learning, labs, student salon activities, and student participation. Audio-visual aids, portfolios, activities, and other related learning methods are used in the course.