Learning Resource Center

As part of your education at Catherine Hinds Institute, we will be utilizing CIMA, a digital learning platform. CIMA is a digital learning platform that enables you to access educational resources online, including your textbooks and helpful study tools.

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“The Board of Registration of Cosmetology and Barbering regulates cosmetology, barbering, and electrology in the Commonwealth in accordance with state regulations. The Board issues licenses to qualified individuals, businesses, and schools to ensure public health and safety by maintaining high standards for each industry.”

Estheticians in the state of Massachusetts are regulated by the Board of Cosmetology and Barbering. Access this site for license information, as well as policies and regulations.

www.mass.gov/orgs/board-of-registration-of-cosmetology-and-barbering

Services include:

• Job search assistance and access to online job listings
• Career counseling
• Coaching on job search skills
• Workshops on a variety of job search strategies
• Access to resources including PCs, reference materials, resume building software, and economic data
• Networking groups
• Specialized services for veterans, dislocated workers, disabled workers, and other special groups
• Access to Resource Rooms: Resource Rooms provide all of the resources job seekers need for an effective job search

https://www.mass.gov/masshire-career-centers

“Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation’s largest association for skin care professionals, helping members build successful careers by providing liability insurance coverage, advanced and on-demand continuing education by famous educators, our award-winning ASCP Skin Deep magazine, business and marketing tools, 50+ money-saving discounts, and dedicated legislative advocacy. ”

All students enrolled after January 1, 2020 with have access to ASCP services, included as part of their tuition.

ASCP tools include: resume, business card, and professional portfolio development, which could be used to complete required Core Esthetics projects; as well as the ASCP Skin Care Glossary, which may assist students in completing the required Ingredient Comparison report.

https://www.ascpskincare.com/

“For more than two decades, American Spa has been the top choice for spa professionals looking to better their businesses. An annual Folio Award winner for exceptional editorial, American Spa is the industry authority and reaches wellness leaders and decision-makers with news, business advice, research, trends, and features on the world’s top spas. American Spa connects with our audience via a dynamic website, multiple newsletters, engaging social media and a monthly print magazine.”

American Spa is a free online magazine targeting the needs of professionals in the spa industry.  Click on the link below and create your own account today or click to the icon to the left for access to the archive of online newsletters.

https://www.americanspa.com/

“DERMASCOPE Magazine has been educating skin care professionals for over 40 years. Established in 1972, DERMASCOPE was the first professional skin care journal published in the United States.”

Students have access to numerous free resources from DERMASCOPE’s online library, including industry related articles, videos, and product guides.  Please note: Access to DERMASCOPE Magazine requires a fee-based subscription.

https://www.dermascope.com/

“NASNPRO is the world’s leading resource for building your salon, spa or wellness business. Empowering economical, professional only education, fellowship and camaraderie through national conferences and online community…The mission of NASNPRO is to educate and empower spa professionals to become leading industry experts. We do this through our commitment to the transformative power of economical education and camaraderie”

Students are encouraged to create their own NASNPRO membership for free, for access to industry related education events and online articles and spa related resources.

https://nasnpro.com/

“Our mission is: Promoting leadership in dermatology and excellence in patient care through education, research and advocacy. ”

Below links directly to the Public and Patients page, which includes articles and videos on various diseases/disorders of the skin and recommended care for hair, skin, and nails.

www.aad.org/public

“The American Cancer Society is a nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem.”

Below are direct links to the ACS information pages on skin cancer and sun safety.

www.cancer.org/content/cancer/en/cancer/skin-cancer.html

www.cancer.org/content/cancer/en/healthy/be-safe-in-sun.html

“Look Good Feel Better is a non-medical, brand-neutral public service program that teaches beauty techniques to people with cancer to help them manage the appearance-related side effects of cancer treatment. The program includes lessons on skin and nail care, cosmetics, wigs and turbans, accessories and styling, helping people with cancer to find some normalcy in a life that is by no means normal.”

Are you passionate about beauty being part of self-care? Become a volunteer!  Be sure to checkout the process of becoming a certified volunteer and take a peek at the Beauty Guide section, which includes tutorials and a virtual makeover tool for women currently in need.

https://lookgoodfeelbetter.org

“The Skin Cancer Foundation is the only international organization devoted solely to education, prevention, early detection, and prompt treatment of the world’s most common cancer.”

Information about skin cancer prevention and treatment.  Visit their Publications, page to access an archive of journals and newsletters.

https://www.skincancer.org

“The National Rosacea Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to improve the lives of people with rosacea by raising awareness, providing public health information and supporting medical research on this widespread but little-known disorder”.

https://www.rosacea.org/

Cosmeticsinfo.org is an information Website that includes factual, scientific information on ingredients most commonly used in cosmetics and personal care products in the United States. The Personal Care Products Council (the Council) and its member companies sponsor this Website to provide consumers with easily accessible safety information about cosmetics and personal care products and to help educate the public.”

Students may find this site helpful while researching for the Core Esthetics  Ingredient project.

www.cosmeticsinfo.org/

“The Environmental Working Group’s mission is to empower people to live healthier lives in a healthier environment. With breakthrough research and education, we drive consumer choice and civic action. ”

EWG’s Skin Deep Cosmetic Database profiles cosmetic ingredients and products.  Students may find this tool useful when completing the Core Esthetics Ingredient Project.

https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/

“PCA SKIN was founded in 1990 by an aesthetician and developed by a dermatologist. Our company is grounded on three core pillars: product innovation, excellence in education and unparalleled customer support. ”

Explore the line utilized in CHI’s Master Esthetics programs.  Through the PCA website, students may access product information, the science behind common skin conditions, and articles examining popular cosmetic ingredients.

PCA Products may be purchased at Catherine Hinds Company store, located at 266 West Cummings Park, Woburn, MA, 01801 or by visiting www.catherinehindscompany.com .  Products may be purchased at the professional rate, if you are a student, alumni, or licensed professional.

www.pcaskin.com/