ITEC Beauty Specialist study plan

Label a blank diagram of the epidermis and dermis with all five epidermal layers and at least six dermal structures from memory

Describe the functions of the sudoriferous, sebaceous, and apocrine glands and state which skin layer each sits in

Explain the roles of the acid mantle, melanocytes, and fibroblasts in skin health and healing

Trace the path of blood through the heart and name the main arteries supplying the face and neck

List the bones of the face and cranium and locate the main facial muscles used during massage

Summarise the structure and function of the lymphatic, nervous, and endocrine systems as they relate to skin and body treatments

Identify the conditions on the standard contraindication list and classify each as local, total, or requiring medical referral

Outline the correct sequence for hand washing and for sanitising and disinfecting tools, implements, and work surfaces

Explain the difference between sterilisation, disinfection, and sanitation and give one salon example of each

Describe safe storage, dilution, and disposal practice for the disinfectants you will use

Perform a full skin analysis routine in the correct order: cleanse, magnifying lamp observation, palpation, and skin type and condition determination

Match each skin type to a suitable cleanser, toner, exfoliant, mask, and moisturiser and justify each choice

Describe the active ingredients in the core product groups and state one contraindication or caution for each

Write a complete consultation record including client history, skin analysis findings, treatment plan, and consent

Explain the Fitzpatrick scale and use it to justify product and treatment intensity choices

Demonstrate the standard facial sequence: cleansing, exfoliation, extraction where permitted, massage, mask, and finishing products

Perform a 10-minute facial massage using the correct effleurage, petrissage, and tapotement movements and directions

Adapt a facial treatment for dry, oily, sensitive, and mature skin without changing the core sequence

Identify when to modify or stop a treatment and state the correct action for each situation

Explain the aftercare advice you would give for each skin type

Name the main massage movements and state the direction, pressure, and purpose of each for body work

List the contraindications specific to body massage and to heat treatments such as body wraps

Describe the preparation, application, and removal steps for a body exfoliation and a wrap treatment

Explain the three stages of hair growth and how each relates to waxing and threading

Demonstrate correct wax temperature testing, patch testing, and safe working practice for the face, underarm, leg, and bikini areas

Compare waxing, threading, and sugaring on suitability, duration, and aftercare

Describe the structure of the eye and eyelash and explain how tinting and perming products act on the hair shaft

Perform a patch test and explain the timing and record-keeping requirements for eye treatments

State the contraindications and safety checks specific to eyelash tinting, eyelash perming, and lash and brow services

Carry out the manicure and pedicure sequence, including filing, cuticle work, exfoliation, massage, and polish application

Identify common nail and skin disorders of the hands and feet and state which must be referred

Explain the correct use and risks of nail coatings and the aftercare advice for each

Identify face shapes, skin undertones, and eye shapes and select makeup to suit each

Demonstrate colour correction, foundation matching, concealing, contouring, and highlighting in the correct order

Apply day, evening, and bridal looks and justify each product choice

Explain the professional standards expected of a beauty specialist: scope of practice, consent, confidentiality, and record keeping

Describe how to handle a client complaint, a late cancellation, and a request outside your competence

Outline the legal and ethical duties around advertising claims and client data

Rehearse the full client journey from booking through consultation, treatment, aftercare, and follow-up

Run two timed mock practicals covering one facial, one hair removal service, and one nail service

Complete a full-length mock theory paper across all ten domains and review every wrong answer

Redo the weakest two domains from your mock results until you score above 80% on each

Prepare your kit, uniform, and paperwork checklist for exam day