PROGRAMME 2026-2027

The full programme

10 months of study and practice + 2-month professional internship. 17 subjects across 2 blocks of skills.

OVERVIEW

Your journey at a glance

Fundamentals

7 subjects

Advanced techniques

10 subjects

Professional internship

2 months

BLOCK 1 · FUNDAMENTALS

The basics of the profession

Seven subjects to acquire the essential skills of a beautician.

Relaxation Massage Sheet 01 Fundamentals

Relaxation Massage

Acquire the fundamental techniques of relaxing body massage to provide well-being and muscle relaxation to the client.

Skin Anatomy and Physiology Sheet 02 Fundamentals

Skin Anatomy and Physiology

Understand skin structure and its functions in order to tailor each treatment to the skin type and its physiological needs.

Hygiene and Safety in the Salon Sheet 03 Fundamentals

Hygiene and Safety in the Salon

Master the hygiene, disinfection and safety protocols essential to working in a beauty salon.

Dermo-cosmetology and Product Knowledge Sheet 04 Fundamentals

Dermo-cosmetology and Product Knowledge

Know the composition, cosmetic families and active ingredients in order to advise on and use products appropriately.

Facial Treatments — Basic Techniques Sheet 05 Fundamentals

Facial Treatments — Basic Techniques

Perform a complete facial treatment: make-up removal, cleansing, exfoliation, mask and application of a suitable cream.

Traditional and Wax Hair Removal Sheet 06 Fundamentals

Traditional and Wax Hair Removal

Perform hot wax, warm wax and strip hair removal techniques on all body areas safely.

Classic Manicure and Pedicure Sheet 07 Fundamentals

Classic Manicure and Pedicure

Perform a complete manicure and pedicure: care, shaping, cuticle treatment and polish application.

BLOCK 2 · ADVANCED TECHNIQUES

Specialise further

Ten subjects to build technical expertise sought after by salons.

High-Tech Facial Treatments Sheet 08 Advanced techniques

High-Tech Facial Treatments

Use professional devices (radiofrequency, LED, microdermabrasion) for high-value facial treatments.

Professional Day and Evening Make-up Sheet 09 Advanced techniques

Professional Day and Evening Make-up

Create make-up suited to facial morphology, for both daylight and the demands of evening make-up.

Bridal and Event Make-up Sheet 10 Advanced techniques

Bridal and Event Make-up

Design long-lasting make-up suited to events (weddings, photoshoots, ceremonies) and manage a client trial.

Eyelash Extensions — Classic Lash-by-Lash Technique Sheet 11 Advanced techniques

Eyelash Extensions — Classic Lash-by-Lash Technique

Apply eyelash extensions lash by lash while respecting the client's natural curl and lash health.

Lash Lift and Brow Lamination Sheet 12 Advanced techniques

Lash Lift and Brow Lamination

Master lash lift and brow lamination techniques for a structured look without extensions.

Microblading and Semi-Permanent Brow Techniques Sheet 13 Advanced techniques

Microblading and Semi-Permanent Brow Techniques

Introduce techniques for drawing and restructuring semi-permanent brows according to facial morphology.

Wellness Massage and World Techniques Sheet 14 Advanced techniques

Wellness Massage and World Techniques

Expand the massage repertoire with targeted techniques: hot stones, deep tissue and rituals inspired by techniques from around the world.

Body Contouring and Slimming Treatments Sheet 15 Advanced techniques

Body Contouring and Slimming Treatments

Perform targeted body contouring and slimming protocols (drainage, skin rolling, body wraps).

Advanced Nail Art — Gel and Acrylic Sheet 16 Advanced techniques

Advanced Nail Art — Gel and Acrylic

Apply gel and acrylic nail extensions on forms and tips, with a professional structure and finish.

Nail Art & Prosthetics Sheet 17 Advanced techniques

Nail Art & Prosthetics

Master advanced nail prosthetics and nail art techniques for personalised, creative designs.

ORGANISATION

How it works

Continuous assessment

Observation of technique, adherence to protocol, workstation organisation, hygiene and autonomy.

Continuous assessment + practical evaluation. Internship built into the annual programme.

APFE's professional technical facility

Hours of training

Scheduled according to the academic calendar and the group's level, with a balanced theory/practice rhythm.

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