CONTINUING ED

Professional Development Adds Value to Your Beauty Career

Are you a beauty professional who wants to learn a new skill or be able to offer more services to your clients? Then consider enrolling in one or more of our CEU classes. International Institute of Cosmetology has partnered with 360 Wellness Education to offer many continuing education/CEU classes. Enjoy the hybrid learning style that combines online learning with in-person classes at our beauty school in Wethersfield, CT. Contact us to learn more about any of the following CEU classes or to find out how to enroll.

Continued Education & Courses

Lash Lift and Brow Laminating, Including Tinting

In this hybrid learning CEU class, you will learn how to efficiently perform lash lift and tint techniques to create beautiful, uplifted lashes that accent the eyes. You will also learn how to perform brow lamination and brow tint techniques to create full and voluminous brows. Our step-by-step approach clearly illustrates the process. This repeatable, high-demand service can help you develop loyal clients. Here is an example of what you will learn:

  • Application of lash lift
  • Creating volume with brow lamination
  • Benefits and contraindications of treatment
  • How to select a lift and lamination system
  • Client management, including consultation and aftercare
  • Integrating service offerings with business-building strategies

Hybrid instruction consists of four hours of online learning at any time prior to the in-person class, and three hours in-person at our Wethersfield campus, for a total of seven CEUs earned. The in-person class is designed for honing the skills you learned, and attendees typically practice on each other under the direct supervision of a licensed instructor. If you wish to opt out of receiving a service from a classmate, you can bring a model along or simply observe during the class period. You will also receive a free lift and brow laminating kit that you can use in your professional practice. Students who complete this continuing education course will get a certificate.

  • Cost: $479
  • 7 Hours (4 hrs online, 3 hrs in-person)
  • In-Person Class Date: 12/14/25 (9 am-12 pm)

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Brow Mapping

Our brow mapping continuous education class teaches various methods of creating or correcting the perfect brow through an integration of eyebrow design and an understanding of facial structures. Learn methods of brow mapping, such as the classic method, the caliper method, and the string method. This is a hybrid learning CEU class that is suitable for all skill levels. Here is a summary of topics covered during the brow mapping class:

  • Brow mapping classic method
  • Brow mapping string method
  • Brow mapping caliper method
  • Anatomy and physiology of the treated area
  • Integrating service offerings with business-building strategies

During the hybrid learning CEU class, you will complete three hours of online learning at your own pace before the in-person section of the class. The in-person section of the class is one hour long, held at our Wethersfield campus. You will receive a free mapping kit for use during the in-person class, and you can take it home with you. Students practice on each other under the direct supervision of a licensed instructor, but you are allowed to bring a model or simply observe the demonstration if you choose to opt out of receiving services from another student. Students who complete the class earn four CEU credits and a brow mapping certificate.

  • Cost: $249
  • 4 Hours (3 hrs online, 1 hr in-person)
  • In-Person Class Date: TBD (11 am-12 pm)

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Facial Cupping Massage


During this continuing education class, you will learn the basic principles of facial cups with techniques and protocols for the face. Facial cupping aids in microcirculation in the skin, improves lymphatic drainage, and reduces puffiness and inflammation. Learn how to integrate these tools into your facials, providing a customizable experience that benefits lymphatic flow, toning, and sculpting, resulting in healthier skin. Take a closer look at the topics covered during this hybrid learning CEU class:

  • Facial cupping massage utilizing facial gliding techniques
  • 360 Method Facial Zone Facial Cupping Massage Ritual
  • Integrate self-care practices, including proper body mechanics
  • Benefits and contraindications of treatment
  • How to select a cupping massage therapy system
  • Client management, including consultation and aftercare
  • How to integrate service offerings with business-building strategies

Complete three hours of at-your-own-pace online learning before the in-person class. The 1.5-hour in-person class meets at our Wethersfield campus and is designed to give students the opportunity to practice facial cupping techniques on each other under the direct supervision of a licensed instructor. If you wish not to receive services from another student, you may bring in a model or use the time to observe the demonstration. Completion of this CEU class results in facial cupping certification. Students also receive a free cupping kit.

  • Cost: $249
  • 4.5 Hours (3 hrs online, 1.5 hrs in-person)
  • In-Person Class Date: TBD (11 am-12:30 pm)

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Facial Gua Sha and Facial Rolling Massage


Delight your clients by learning the principles of anti-aging with Facial Gua Sha and Crystal Face Rolling Massage. This 3.5-hour hybrid continuing education course covers the 360 Method Facial Zone Massage, which benefits lymphatic flow, toning, and sculpting, resulting in healthier skin. Learn techniques for promoting cellular repair, reducing muscle tension, and boosting circulation with skin oxygenation, all of which could result in a healthier and more youthful complexion. In this class, you can learn:

  • How to use and select Facial Gua Sha and Crystal Roller tools
  • 360 Method Facial Zone Gua Sha & Face Rolling Massage Ritual
  • Integrating self-care practices, including proper body mechanics
  • Benefits and contraindications of treatment
  • Performing client management, including consultation and aftercare
  • How to integrate service offerings with business-building strategies

Earn 3.5 hours of CEU credits through a combination of two online learning hours and one-and-a-half in-person hours at our Wethersfield campus. During the in-person class, students practice the techniques on each other under the direct supervision of a licensed instructor. You may opt out of receiving services by bringing a model along or choosing to observe the demonstration. You will receive a free Gua Sha kit and a Gua Sha certificate.

  • Cost: $299
  • 3.5 Hours (2 hrs online, 1.5 hrs in-person)
  • In-Person Class Date: TBD (9 am-10:30 pm)

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Ms. Jessica was a great teacher who not only taught us what we needed to know but taught us from her own experiences as a lash technician and business owner. I enjoyed this class and would recommend to others.

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FAQs About Our Continuing Education Classes

What are CEU classes?

CEU stands for Continuing Education Unit. It is a nationally-recognized unit of credit for completing an educational program. CEUs are used to document the time spent participating in professional development activities.

Are these accredited CEU classes?

Yes, all of the classes listed above are approved under NCEA and IDFPR. Aromatherapy Fundamentals and Facial Cupping Massage are also approved under FSTMB and NCBTMB. The NCEA Commission on Accreditation has approved this educational activity provided by 360 Wellness Education. 360 Wellness Education (Sponsor License #: 190-000725) is an approved sponsor of continuing education by the IDFPR. 360 Wellness Education is an approved continuing education provider by FSTMB. 360 Wellness Education (Provider Number: 1000259) is a board-approved continuing education provider by NCBTMB.

Please note that it is the attendee’s responsibility to verify that the course is within their state and/or local scope of practice as defined by law. It is the attendee’s responsibility to verify that this course is approved for continuing education units within their state and/or local regulatory agency.

Do these classes lead to licensure?

The classes featured on this page do not lead to state licensure. You will receive a certificate of completion for online and in-person components upon completion of these classes.

Where is the in-person class held?

The in-person portion for all classes listed above takes place at our 657 Silas Deane Hwy, Wethersfield, CT campus.

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