Aesthetic Course Information

AESTHETICS COURSE DESCRIPTION

The Aesthetics 600 Course teaches beautification, facial massage techniques, cleansing or stimulating the skin by the use of cosmetic preparations, antiseptics, tonics, lotions or creams, or a device- electrical or otherwise: applying cosmetics or eyelashes to any person, eyebrow arching, and hair removal through waxing and tweezers.

Careers in Aesthetics: Successful graduates of this program may seek opportunities as a Skin Care Specialist. The Department of Labor and Statistics defines a "Skin Care Specialist" (39-5094) as someone who "provide skincare treatments to face and body to enhance an individual's appearance. Includes electrologists and laser hair removal specialists."

Admissions Information

Jupiter Beauty Academy in Boston, MA, may admit as a student any person who is above the age of compulsory school attendance in the state of Massachusetts unless the school has written assurance from the enrollee's parent, guardian, or principal of the school attended that the pursuit of the course would not be detrimental to the enrollee's regular schoolwork.

Prospective Student Criteria:

1) Applicants must be at least 16 years of age for Cosmetology programs and at least 18 years of age for Massage Therapy program.

2) Possess a valid Social Security Identification Number.

3) Provide personal identification with proof of age.

4) In addition, all applicants must meet one of the following educational criteria:

a. Possess a high school diploma/GED, or its equivalent, through the following proof: copy of diploma, copy of high school transcript showing completion, college transcript, certificate of attainment certified/verified by the high school’s state or other recognized agency. If proof of high school completion from a foreign country is not in the English or Vietnamese language, the document must be formally translated into English for acceptance.

b. For those students who did not complete a high school diploma or its equivalent and are beyond the age of compulsory education they are allowed the opportunity to demonstr­­­­­ate that they have the ability to benefit (ATB) from the training offered at our institution:

• Before enrollment, the applicant must be able to successfully pass an aptitude test (CELSA) provided by ACTT, measuring the student’s ability to benefit from the program. Additionally, ATB eligible students must meet all the requirements listed above for Admissions.

5) A selected percentage of secondary school students who are not enrolled under any training agreements are permitted to enroll at our institution under the follow conditions: he/she must obtain permission in writing from the secondary school in which they are enrolled and successfully complete a pre-enrollment evaluation (which includes a prospective student interview and a passing score on Ability to Benefit test.)

Steps to Apply

1. Download and review our Catalog.

2. Review our Enrollment Package. If you would like to have a tour before the enrollment, please contact our Admission Office at (617) 288-1811.

3. Complete our Enrollment Application. If you don’t have a laptop, please visit our Admission Office during normal business hours to obtain a hard copy of the Enrollment Application.

4. Submit the following documents:

- A copy of your valid ID (unexpired driver license or U.S. passport)

- A copy of your valid Social Security Card

- Your High school Diploma or College Diploma or an Official Transcript (degree granted transcript only) or GED.

*If your High School Diploma was earned outside of the United States, submit a credential evaluation through CED Evaluations to verify equivalency to a U.S. High School Diploma. All evaluation fees are the applicant's responsibility.

5. Set up an appointment to submit the deposit (by cash/check/money order/Zelle/Venmo/Cashapp), sign the contract and pick up supplies and books.