American Council for International Cosmetology & Aesthetic Medicine
Aesthetic Medicine specializes in altering cosmetic appearance through the treatment of. It has diverse applications for dermatological and surgical conditions. It includes indications related to minimizing signs of aging such as skin laxity, wrinkles, liver spots, scars, moles, excess fat, cellulite, unwanted hair, skin discoloration and spider veins.
About ACICAM
American Council for International Cosmetology & Aesthetic Medicine (ACICAM) is a non-governmental private certification organization for cosmetologists and Aesthetic Medicine individual professionals, clinics, medical centers, salons, businesses, organizations and educational institutions. The purpose of ACICAM certification is to encourage, recognize and certify the accomplishment of professional goals and standards and to encourage continuous improvement through a comprehensive evaluation process.
At the sole discretion of the ACICAM Board of Directors, initial recognition and certification is granted annually. Under certain circumstances, the ACICAM may require visitation during the accreditation period.
The only salons, business and professionals that are accredited and reaccredited by ACICAM are permitted to use the ACICAM logo and name in publications, displays and on websites.
ACICAM certification may provide exceptional opportunities to reveal your expertise and knowledge to perform at a highest level in your professional roles.
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ACICAM Professional Aesthetic Medicine (ACICAMPAM):
ACIE Professional Aesthetic Medicine (ACICAMPAM) is an medical licensed in Aesthetic Medicine by the ACICAM’s Board of Directors, after all tests and investigations. The ACICAMPAM certification is the engineering profession’s highest standard of competence, a symbol of achievement and assurance of quality.
What is Certification?
Certification is the professional recognition accorded an institutions, business, or individuals that meets established qualifications standards through evaluations by peer reviewers. The business and professionals concern themselves with quality assurance and continuous improvement.
Why Certification?
Certification requires evaluation against a set of standards to measure accomplishment of institutions, salons and business goals, integrity, quality and reaching international standards.
ACICAM Vision, Mission, Objectives:
ACICAM inspires and enable a professional world through its accreditation and certifications of Cosmetology & Aesthetic Medicine, physicians and specialists.
ACICAM’s certification provides assurance that a business or individual meets the quality standards of the profession.
We inspect and evaluate business organization, operation, management, research, and development.
Visions
Excellence in institutions, organizations, clinics, salons, and professionals’ quality certification internationally.
Mission
Our mission is to build lively and supportive international professionals, business owners, entrepreneur, and scholars by distinctly expanding opportunities to connect and explore new ideas and experiences.
Objectives
- State of the Profession
- Internationalization
- Professional Impact
- Organization and Personal Management
- Quality control throughout accreditation for Cosmetology & Beauty
ACICAM Certifications
ACICAM certification is a third-party attestation of an individual’s level of knowledge or proficiency in a certain industry or profession. ACICAM certifications are time-limited; some expire after a period, while others can be renewed annually as long as certain requirements are met.
ACICAM Certification can significantly help your business gain access to worldwide businesses and professionals’ activities. Whether you are just starting a business, or your company is already established, you can drastically benefit from ACICAM Certification.
Certifications Renewal
For some professions renewal usually requires ongoing education (continuing education – CEU’s) to be up dated on advancements in the field.
The members must earn the specified number of CEU’s, from approved institutions or professional organization.
Maintain Certification
To maintain Certification, business or individual ACICAM certificate holders must demonstrate that any relevant and appropriate continuing education courses (CE), seminars or training undertaken from ACICAM education and training department or any legitimate organization/corporation or an accredited/recognized university or institution.
ACICAM Information will be available about continuing education (CE) opportunities and new certifications. ACICAM often distribute an e-newsletter that keeps members informed about new statistics and best practices in the field. Webinars may be offered on hot topics as well.
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
The American National Standards Institute defines the standard for being a certifying agency as meeting the following two requirements:
Delivering an assessment based on industry knowledge that is independent from training courses or course providers
Granting a time-limited credential to anyone who meets the assessment standards
Types of Accreditations/Certifications
There are four general types of accreditations/certifications. Listed in order of activities, development level and portability as follows:
Institutions
Corporations (businesses)
Professionals
Products
ACICAM Codes of Ethics
If members haven’t already picked up that credibility and trustworthiness are essential as a practitioner in a field, they will after joining a professional association. It’s vital to understand these codes in order to know what is considered best practice and what is accepted in the industry.
With credit to IABC and appreciations for providing the Codes of Ethics, ACICAM requires its Accredited, Certified and members to embrace these ethical guidelines in their work and to sign the following statement as part of the application and renewal processes: “I have reviewed and understand the ACICAM Code of Ethics.”
ACICAM reserves the right to terminate accreditation, certification and/or membership for any member found guilty of violating the code, laws and policies.
Code of Ethics
I am honest—my actions bring respect for and trust in the communication profession.
I communicate accurate information and promptly correct any errors.
I obey laws and public policies; if I violate any law or public policy, I act promptly to correct the situation.
I protect confidential information while acting within the law.
I support the ideals of free speech, freedom of assembly, and access to an open marketplace of ideas.
I am sensitive to others’ cultural values and beliefs.
I give credit to others for their work and cite my sources.
I do not use confidential information for personal benefit.
I do not represent conflicting or competing interests without full disclosure and the written consent of those involved.
I do not accept undisclosed gifts or payments for professional services from anyone other than a client or employer.
I do not guarantee results that are beyond my power to deliver.
Policies Updates
It’s amazing how much one piece of legislation can impact a profession. A section of the ACICAM is devoted to updating members about these changes. We also advocate for the profession and notify members about how to prepare for any change.
Institutional Accreditation/Certification
Accreditation is a type of quality assurance process under which services and operations of institutions or programs are evaluated by an external body to determine if applicable standards are met. If standards are met, accredited status is granted by the agency.
Accreditation is a process of validation in which institutions are evaluated. The standards for accreditation are set by a peer review board.
Accredited qualifications, also known as regulated qualifications, are those that are reviewed, recognized and monitored by the regulatory bodies in order to make sure that they meet specific criteria and quality standards.
Accreditation and Certification Process
Accreditation and certification is a process for implementing any formal process. It is a systematic procedure for evaluating, examine, recitation, and authorizing systems prior to or after an institution is in operation.
Become an Accredited Institution
Earning an accreditation in the United States is a voluntary, nongovernmental process. Schools, colleges and universities are requested to be evaluated and/or have their programs evaluated by an independent accrediting agency. Accrediting agencies are private educational associations.
Accreditation in the U.S. and other Countries For institutions located within the United States, regional accreditation of the institution is required for accreditation eligibility. Not all countries have the equivalent of regional accreditation and the government may provide the authority to grant diplomas, certificates and/or degrees. When considering any degrees or programs, students are encouraged to contact institutions they may wish to attend in the future as well as the human resource department of specific employers. Diploma, certificate and/or degree acceptance policies will vary by institution and employer.
Eligible for Certification and Membership:
You are eligible to become certified or member with ACICAM if you identify yourself as one of the following types:
- Cosmetology & Aesthetic Physician
- Cosmetology Surgery
- Any Institution, Schools, Training center major in Cosmetology & Aesthetic Medicine
- Clinics & Surgical Centers
- Skincare Specialist
- Entrepreneur
- Salon Owner
- Cosmetologists
- Cosmetology Influencer
Membership
Whether you are interested in accrediting and certify your business and profession, developing your business and knowledge, strengthening your network, furthering your career or in need of some quality friends, ACICAM membership can be a great option for you. In addition to providing information about your chosen field, ACICAM can enhance your personal and professional development and provide endless networking opportunities.
Being a member in ACICAM means having a committed professional development association dedicated to building careers in highest level of professionalism.
The membership year for all membership categories is 12 months from the date your application is approved.
ACICAM Membership Benefits:
- Networking:
ACICAM may offers courses, conference, seminars, and workshops. These would be opportunities for you to socialize with others in your professional field.
- Job Fair:
There is some job fair where you can make contact and stay up to date with the HR people who are responsible and looking for right employees.
- Extend your knowledge:
Staying informed on your industry’s trends will only help you in the long run and will put you one step ahead of the competition. With ACICAM courses, conference, seminars, workshops, and webinars to keep themselves and their members up to date on the latest innovations, research and trends.
- Mentoring:
Mentoring is the foundation of ACICAM when it comes to working with younger members. You may never get in the room with someone at the top of your field, for a very long time. But ACICAM has the ability to pare you with someone much more knowledge and experience.
- Leadership:
ACICAM gives you an opportunity to develop your skills as a leader, and this is important not only for your personal growth, but for your growth in your business as well.
- Improve Your Network:
Networking is a very important key for the leaders of the community. Making connections is critical and joining ACICAM gives countless opportunities to connect on a local and global level. Creating professional relationships is important and joining ACICAM allows you to have a sense of security, trust and confidence. You’ll be able to support and help one another in reaching your professional goals and be a professional leader in the field.
- Give back to the community:
ACICAM coordinate socially conscious initiatives to support community efforts. We make sure to be plenty of options internationally for members to choose for if members are looking to give back.
ACICAM back” to the profession, perhaps by presenting at one of our events or by authoring an article in online journals. While this in itself is an admirable thing to do, it’s a win-win transaction as it also raises your profile in the professional community.
- Make a new friend:
Use ACICAM clusters as an opportunity to escape the norm and meet new professional people that may give you a reason to come out of your shell a bit more and have fun and do business as well.
- B2B: Business-to-Business, which is a model that focuses on selling products and services to other companies. Think of it as a supportive enterprise that offers the things other companies need to succeed or get a leg up on the competition.
- Professionalism:
It might be the most skeptical of reasons to join, but there’s no doubt that membership of ACICAM is seen as “A” plus by prospective employers. Your association with the brand sends the message that you are serious about your profession, and you are willing to put your money where your mouth is.
- Bonuses:
Most of ACICAM services offers for members only either free or with substantial discount that easily covering the cost of membership.
- Awards:
ACICAM also sponsors for Recognition Awards, Achievements Awards and Leadership Awards. These awards are important because they shine a light on outstanding work that should be showcased but might otherwise have remained undiscovered. Our professional awards honor organizations and individuals whose passion, talent and expertise make the greatest contributions to the field of profession.
You can honor the recognition, achievement, and leadership, when you nominate a project, program or individual for one of these prestigious awards. The awards recognize organizations, products, projects, people, books, and articles.
- ACICAM Annual Conference:
Enjoy discounted member rates that allow our members to present research and project activity attend professional workshops, go on tours, and network with leaders.
- Use ACICAM Certificate and Recognitions internationally.
- Unlimited Reputable Representation.
- Participate in ACICAM’s Member forums.
- Use ACICAM Logo if you are an active member.
- ACICAM may accredited or certify the Cosmetology & Aestathic Medicine activities not personal behaviors and life actions.
Institutional Accreditation/Certification
Accreditation is a type of quality assurance process under which services and operations of institutions or programs are evaluated by an external body to determine if applicable standards are met. If standards are met, accredited status is granted by the agency.
Accreditation is a process of validation in which institutions are evaluated. The standards for accreditation are set by a peer review board.
Accredited qualifications, also known as regulated qualifications, are those that are reviewed, recognized and monitored by the regulatory bodies in order to make sure that they meet specific criteria and quality standards.
Why ACICAM Institutional Certification Matters?
Our certification assures institutions’ programs meet standards to produce graduates ready to enter critical Cosmetology and Beauty fields that are leading the way in innovation, emerging the new world of fashions, designs and beauties, anticipating research, treatment and safety needs of the public.
Accreditation and Certification Process
Accreditation and certification is a process for implementing any formal process. It is a systematic procedure for evaluating, examine, recitation, and authorizing systems prior to or after an institution is in operation.
Become an Accredited Institution
Earning an accreditation in the United States is a voluntary, nongovernmental process. Schools, colleges and universities are requested to be evaluated and/or have their programs evaluated by an independent accrediting agency. Accrediting agencies are private educational associations.
Accreditation in the U.S. and other Countries
For institutions located within the United States, regional accreditation of the institution is required for accreditation eligibility. Not all countries have the equivalent of regional accreditation, and the government may provide the authority to grant diplomas, certificates and/or degrees. When considering any degrees or programs, students are encouraged to contact institutions they may wish to attend in the future as well as the human resource department of specific employers. Diploma, certificate and/or degree acceptance policies will vary by institution and employer.
Eligible for Accreditation
You are eligible to become accredited or member with ACICAM if your institution identifies itself as one of the following institution types:
- Any universities, Colleges, training centers and institution major in Cosmetology and Beauty
- Any Cosmetology & Beauty Saloons, Skincare, Makeup Artist, Esthetician centers and related business
International Institutions
An International Diploma, Certificate and Degree granting institution and any Cosmetology & Beauty center. The institution must provide a certified translation of an official document from an appropriate government organization in their respective countries stating approval, recognition or accreditation.
International Practitioners
Al International Practitioners major in Cosmetology & Beauty must provide a certified translation of an official license to practice from an appropriate government organization in their respective countries stating licensed to practice in the field.
Accreditation Benefits
- The process of preparing an accreditation self-evaluation and self-study increases the focus on quality of learning and renews a commitment to the educational mission.
- The accredited institution reinforces a commitment to continuous improvement, development, and invention.
- An accredited status creates greater visibility and provides prestige and credibility for the institutions and treatment centers.
- Accreditation protects the interests of students and faculty and institutions by ensuring that the educational programs and services offered have attained a level that meets standards that were developed by experts and scholars in the field.
- Accreditation provides a sense of pride within the institution and practitioners.
- Accreditation may lead to more successful expression of medical and business credits.
- Accredited status may be printed in the institution website, catalog, business cards and advertising materials.
- Accredited by may help institutions and organizations position for the future of integrated healthcare and treatments
- ACICAM provides guidance to all institutions and organizations quality improvement efforts and help them to develop their programs and activities, because Accreditation involves preparing for a survey and maintaining a high level of quality and compliance with the latest standards.
- Quality education, high standard of organization, Patient safety and quality of care issues are at the forefront of ACICAM standards and concern.
- Achieving accreditation makes a strong statement to the community about an institution and organization’s efforts to provide the highest quality of education, treatments, and services.
- Accreditation may provide a marketing advantage in a competitive educational and health care environment and improve the ability to secure new business.
- ACICAM provides continuing support with professional advice, CE classes, conferences, seminars, workshops to its members in a variety of topics and settings internationally.
- Accreditation can attract qualified staff and faculty, who prefer to serve in an accredited institutes and organization.
- Accredited institutes and organizations also provide additional opportunities for staff to develop their skills and knowledge.
Step By Step for ACICAM Accreditation
Institution or Programs new to accreditation have a required Preparation and Review before the onsite visit. A request for Self-Study Reports is on January, April, and September of the year of on-site visit.
Before Valuation and Eligibility
Before our institution seeking ACICAM accreditation, your program should determine if it falls into the categories that we accredit, and that it meets our Minimum Requirements. Prior to seeking an accreditation review, each program must have a functioning valuation process in place that meets ACICAM criteria for accreditation in five areas: Institution Objectives, Program Educational Objectives, Student Outcomes, Feature Plans & Improvements and Continuous Improvements.
Requesting Initial ACICAM Accreditation
A Request for Accreditation Review is required from all institutions/programs seeking initial accreditation if the institution has no currently ACICAM accredited programs in the same commission Cosmetology & Beauty. The deadline for Accreditation Review is January, April and September.
ACICAM Renewing Accreditation
Institution and/or Programs that are renewing an existing accreditation must submit a request for preparations and review. Your institute or/and program will need to submit a Request for Accreditation Review for any general/comprehensive visits, interim visits, or interim reports.
You must mail to ACICAM office official transcripts for two graduates from the most recent graduating class for each program requesting review.
ACICAM Accreditation outside the U.S.
While ACICAM accreditation process for programs outside the United States is identical to the process for institutions and programs within the U.S.A., there are different logistical requirements international programs should consider.
In addition to submitting an application and other materials, institutions and/or programs outside of the U.S. must have each appropriate education authority, recognition, or accreditation agency within their country complete a request for acknowledgement from to be submitted with the Application and formal request for evaluation.
Accreditation Types
Institutional Accreditation
ACICAM evaluates overall schools/colleges/university quality but does not focus on specific academic or professional programs.
Programmatic Accreditation ACICAM evaluates academic or professional program of study, not an institution as a whole. A specific academic or professional program of study can be granted accreditation at a variety of certificate, diploma, and degree levels.
Professional Accreditation
ACICAM may evaluate Cosmetology & Aesthetic Medicine specialists, clinic, treatment, and research centers.
VALUATION PROCESS
Mission Statement and Goals
Valuation planning begins with the institutional mission statement, which describes the communities that are served and the institutional purposes and other characteristics that define your institution. At the same time, your institution’s valuation leader should work with an appropriate mix of faculty and administrators to develop a plan of action and timeline to ensure departmental assessment goals and deadlines are met.
Objectives & Student Outcomes
Institution and Program educational objectives are based on the needs of the institution and/or program’s constituencies and are expressed in broad statements that describe what graduates are expected to attain within a few years of graduation. Student outcomes relate to the knowledge, skills, and behaviors that students acquire as they progress through the program and describe what students are expected to know and be able to do by the time of graduation. Defining educational objectives and student outcomes provides faculty with a common understanding of the expectations for student learning and supports consistency across the curriculum, as measured by performance indicators. Performance indicators represent the knowledge, skills, attitudes, or behavior students should be able to demonstrate by the time of graduation that indicate competence related to the outcome.
Conduct Valuations
Valuations offer a framework through which you can identify, collect, and prepare data to evaluate the achievement of student outcomes and program educational objectives. Effective assessments use relevant direct, indirect, quantitative, and qualitative measures appropriate to the outcome or objective being measured. Appropriate sampling methods may be used as part of an assessment process.
Efficient and effective assessment strategies require an understanding of the arrangement between educational practices and strategies. This can be accomplished by mapping educational strategies to learning outcomes. Strategies for data collection and analysis need to be systematic and consistent and focus on valuation related to the performance indicators.
Appraise Valuation
Appraise processes interpret the data and evidence accumulated through the assessment process and determine the extent to which student outcomes and educational objectives are being earned. Considerate evaluation of findings is essential to ensure that decisions and actions taken as a result of the valuation process will lead to program improvement.
Decision Making
Valuation provides a framework for a meaningful feedback process, which is critical to strategic decision making. Creating and maintaining an ongoing quality assurance system helps to keep your institution and program relevant to the professions it serves, supports the highest quality student experience, and confirms that your graduates are well prepared for their careers.
FEES SCHEDULE
MEMBERSHIP:
Individuals’ Membership Annual Fee $330
Clinics/Schools/Organizations/Businesses Annual Fee $1,500
ACCREDITATIONS/CERTIFICATION (Institutions & Organizations):
Initial Application Fee: Submit Application for
Accreditation (nonrefundable) $450
On-Site review (inside the U.S.) $2,100
On-Site review (outside the U.S.) $4,200
On-Site program review $1,950
Extra day, per evaluators (inside the U.S.) $210
Extra day, per evaluators (outside the U.S.) $500
Visit to branch/satellite locations:
Per location $1,950
Annual Fee (Institution) $450
Annual Fee (Program) $200
Each program reviewed $290
Change of Name $200
Change of Ownership $550
New Program $550
Online/Distance Education $750
Non-Credit, Short-Term Modules $400
Travel Expense Expenses Incurred
| After travel has commenced (outside the U.S.) | No Refund |
| Non-refundable travel costs (outside the U.S.) | Actual Cost Incurred |
RENEWAL OF ACCREDITATION
Renewal of Accreditation (inside U.S.) $750
Renewal of Accreditation (outside the U.S.) $1,500
Extra day, per evaluators (inside the U.S.) $210
Extra day, per evaluators (outside the U.S.) $500
Visit to branch/satellite per location $500
Travel Expense Expenses Incurred
Institutions Outside the U.S. Travel Expenses:
Travel expenses include but are not limited to roundtrip airfare (business class), lodging, transportation, meals, international calls, visa costs and travel medical and security insurance, airport pick-up, escort, and daily ground transportation between each of the visit locations.
Interim Reviews
In some cases, the results of an on-site review may call for an interim report. This does not require an additional on-site review but there are still some charges for institution/program reviews.
On-site Reviews Cancellation Fees
Cancellation fees will be charged when an institution cancels an on-site review.
WORKSHOPS & CONFERENCES
ACICAM holds several workshops and conferences for accredited members and initial applicants to involve and learn more about accreditation criteria, policies and procedures. The institutions may have chance to share ideas on current issues involving proprietary institutions.
Workshop Fees
The workshops and conferences registration fees are not included transportation, hotel accommodations and other expenses.
Institutions will be registered for a workshop only when they receive confirmation from ACICAM.
| Initial Accreditation Training | $750 |
| Programs Setup | $550 |
| Consultation and Review | $1,500 |
| Renewal Accreditation | $350 |
| Distance Education Training | $350 |
| Staff Training | $450 |
| Deferral | $350 |