Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Canada 2011

• 12. - Personal and culinary services
• 12.04 - Cosmetology and related personal grooming services

12.0408 - Facial treatment specialist/facialist

This instructional program class comprises any program that prepares individuals to massage and treat the face, neck, and scalp with chemical and cosmetic preparations, and to function as licensed facial specialists in specialized and full service salons. These programs include courses in facial surface anatomy; skin properties; skin decontamination and infection control; facial massage; facial makeup; facial wrapping; selection and application of creams, lotions, oils, and other chemicals and cosmetics; European and other facial techniques; client evaluation and care, applicable laws and regulations, and business practices.

• Illustrative example(s)

  • facial skin care
  • facial therapy
  • facialist

• Exclusion(s)

  • cosmetology(12.0401)
  • esthetics(12.0409)
  • makeup(12.0406)