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Beauty Therapy

Language of instruction

lithuanian

Qualification degree and (or) qualification to be awarded

Professional Bachelor of Health Sciences

Place of delivery

Klaipėda, Jaunystės g. 1, LT-91274

Institution that has carried out assessment

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Institution that has performed accreditation, accreditation term

Studijų kokybės vertinimo centras, 6/30/2021

Data provided or updated (date)

6/9/2022

Order on accreditation

SV6-5
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Summary of the Profile

General Description:
Objectives of a study programme:
To prepare a beauty therapist who is able to provide services in the field of beauty and wellness, to critically evaluate practical experience in its professional activities and to keep learning in a changing national and international environment.
Learning outcomes:
Will be able:
1. To demonstrate an understanding of human anatomy and physiology, the impact of endogenous and exogenous factors on the condition of the skin, criteria and methods for evaluating the aesthetic needs of clients.
2. To apply the principles of occupational safety, hygiene, ergonomics requirements and requirements of protection of the ethical and legal interests of clients in professional activities.
3. To analyse the purpose and effect of cosmetic materials and tools taking into account the client’s aesthetic needs and the nature of the procedure being performed.
4. To establish short-term and long-term objectives of cosmetic procedures by developing short-term and long-term plans for the cosmetic care according to the client’s aesthetic needs.
5. To carry out cosmetic procedures by selecting cosmetic products, tools, materials and equipment, and to perform a critical evaluation of it‘s quality and effectiveness.
6. To plan, organise beauty and wellness services, to work independently and in a team, in collaboration with the specialists of other fields, and to implement the dissemination of professional experience.
7. To analyse and summarize practical experience of professional activities, to keep learning in a changing national and international environment and to advise the clients on the issues of beauty and wellness.
8. To conduct empirical research, to collect and to analyze data needed to solve professional activities and problems.
Activities of teaching and learning:
(Beauty therapy study programme) is oriented to the development of generic and specialist competences and creativity: lectures, seminars, discussions, individual and group projects, practice, case studies, public presentation and defense of projects, mind-maps, problem - solving reading, writing articles, information search and systematizing, etc.
Methods of student achievement assessment:
The assessment of the learning outcomes of the study programme is carried out during the semester and the examination session applying a cumulative assessment system. During the semester, the learning outcomes are assessed by means of interim assignments: tests, individual and group projects, case studies, information search and systematizing, discussions, essays, independent creative tasks, seminars, term papers, practice reports, examinations, etc. Studies are completed by defending the final thesis.
Framework:
Study subjects (modules), practical training:
Study field subjects (120 credits): Anatomy and Physiology,Biochemistry, Microbiology and Imunology, Workplace Ergonomics and Hygiene, Skin histology, Professional and Foreign Language (En.), General and Clinical Pathology, Dermatovenerology, Cosmetic Chemistry, Decorative Cosmetology, General Cosmetology, Manicure and Pedicure, Basics of Cosmetic Face Care, Basics of Massage and Relaxation Techniques, Profession Ethics and Communication Psychology, Material Science and Cosmetics, Hardware Cosmetology, Pharmacology and Basics of Toxicology, Body Treatments and Hair Removal Methods, Healthy lifestyle, Emergency aid, Cosmetic Facial Care Treatment, Beauty services business and administration, Entrepreneurship education, Spa Philosophy and Treatments, Applied Research Methodology, Aesthetic and Clinical Cosmetology.
Optional subjects (9 credits).
Practices (42 credits): Practice of Makeup, Manicure and Pedicure, Practice of Cosmetic Care Consultant, Practice of Facial and Body care procedures, Practice of Customer Service, Final Practice of Beauty Therapy.
Graduation Paper (9 credits).
Specializations:
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Optional courses:
It is possible:
- to select optional subjects.
Distinctive features of a study programme:
The study process of the Beauty Therapy Study Program provides students with the opportunity to:
- develop an awareness of workplace culture,
- develop a practical appreciation of their chosen profession,
- develop competencies for professional practice,
- demonstrate competencies for professional practice.
On the training base are installed simultaneous workplaces - the students is submerged in the work place related to the discipline or professional activity. Training base equipped with facilities for wellnes or / and spa (water) treatments.
During the study process, academic knowledge is integrated into professional activity, teaching / learning methods are used: research projects, workshops, case studies, role plays, work-related problem - solving projects, group work, etc.
In order to introduce students to beauty industry market or professional activities excursions to the Spa Centers are organized, guest-beauty industry representatives are invited to share practical work experience.
Access to professional activity or further study:
Access to professional activity:
Graduates of the Beauty Therapy study programme will be able to work as self-employed or employed beauty therapists / cosmetologists in beauty services companies: beauty salons, parlors, wellness centers, spa centers, visage studios, provide beauty services in non-specialized areas, etc., work as consultant in cosmetic stores, to organize business in the beauty field itself: advertising and distribution of cosmetics, equipment / devices, organizing educational activities, et.
Access to further study:
Access to the second cycle studies upon meeting requirements set by the accepting higher education institution.