Get expert industry training in facial treatments, manicure, pedicure, gel application, hair removal, makeup, and body massage while serving real clients at ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½â€™s state-of-the-art salon and spa.
Esthetics and Spa Therapy
What you will learn
Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be able to:
- Practice skin and body therapies in accordance with safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards and regulations.
- Describe human anatomy, physiology and chemical composition specific to concerns relating to nail, skin, body, and hair removal treatments.
- Perform spa treatments based on client consultation, skin analysis and nutritional needs.
- Apply the principles of colour and design to lash and brow techniques.
- Perform in an ethical and professional manner conducive to spa environments.
- Apply retail business administration practices and marketing techniques for operating a spa.
What to expect
Program Duration and Maximum Time for Completion
The Esthetics & Spa Therapy Certificate Program is 10 months in length and is offered in a progression of 3 courses. The program is offered three days per week: Monday to Wednesday or Thursday to Saturday. The maximum time to complete this program is 2 years.
The Esthetics & Spa Therapy Certificate Program provides a wide range of student learning opportunities in the classroom, spa and workplace settings. Students will gain hands-on practical experience working with clients in the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ Salon and Spa. Industry work experience provides students with additional opportunities to apply their knowledge and technical skills in a workplace setting. Classroom instruction is designed for students to develop theoretical knowledge and practical skills which will be applied for success in the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ Salon and Spa.
Participation is integral to the development of practical skills in this program; therefore, students assume the role of client, therapist and spa coordinator.
Work practicum offers students spa industry work experience, opportunities to practice knowledge and skills learned at the college and potential for employment.
Admission requirements
Program-specific
English 10 or equivalent.
Applicants who do not meet the program admission requirements may be admitted based on an interview with the Department Leader or representative.
General
- This program is available to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. See program options for international students at ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ International.
- Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous are strongly encouraged to connect with ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½’s Indigenous Education and Community Engagement team to learn more about ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½’s Indigenous Enrolment policy, application preparation/completion, program advising, and a range of other individualized services.
- Applicants must be 16 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)
- Applicants must submit official transcripts and other documents as required by their course or program. Seats are offered to eligible applicants with completed applications, in order of application completion date (except for programs with competitive admissions). A complete application includes an application form, evidence of educational pre-requisites (e.g. transcripts), any required supporting documents (e.g. language proficiency, audition video), and the required deposit or fee payment. If you do not meet the requirements for the term applied, your application may be cancelled.
Missing prerequisites? Learn more about ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½'s tuition-free academic upgrading or English as a Second Language (ESL) courses, or discover which university transfer options are right for you.
Program Considerations
- Program tasks involve performing skincare and body treatments, including facials, waxing, and other services requiring close physical contact with clients.
- Program tasks involve regular interaction with clients, including consultation, communication, and delivery of services in a professional setting.
- Learning environment requires maintaining professional and appropriate conduct in a client service setting.
- Program tasks require sustained fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and manual dexterity when performing treatments.
- Program tasks involve continuous, repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements during treatment procedures
- Program tasks require precise visual focus for extended periods, including distinguishing colour, skin tone, texture, depth, line, and form during service delivery.
- Program tasks require extended periods of standing and frequent movement between workstations, as well as maintaining fixed body positions while performing detailed services.
- Program environment involves regular exposure to skincare products, disinfectants, waxes, and other chemical agents commonly used in esthetic services.
- Program environment involves exposure to fragrances, scents, chemical odors, and airborne particles associated with spa and salon products.
- Learning environment involves working under bright task lighting to support detailed visual work.
Courses *
Classes run from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm either Monday to Wednesday or Thursday to Saturday, in person. In addition, students complete 6.25 hours of asynchronous online content, independent study, or assigned coursework each week. Asynchronous content is scheduled on Thursday or Wednesday but can be completed on your own time during the week.
This program must be completed within 2 years.
Prior learning assessment and recognition
Prior learning assessment and recognition is not available for this program.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ·¡³§°Õ±áÌý1010 | Skin & Body Therapy Professional Practice | 16 |
| ·¡³§°Õ±áÌý1020 | Skin & Body Therapy Specialized Treatments and Services | 16 |
| ·¡³§°Õ±áÌý1030 | Skin & Body Therapy: Health, Wellness and Career Development | 9 |
| Total Credits | 41 | |
This guide is intended as a general guideline only. The college reserves the right to make changes as appropriate.
* This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½'s Board of Governors.
Fees and other costs *
| Fee description | Fee Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee | 36 | |
| Tuition Tuition | 13329 | |
| Student union | 217 | |
| College initiative | 118 | |
| Materials | 0 | not including textbooks |
| Campus resource | 534 | |
| Laundry | 0 | |
| Tools (deposit) | 0 | |
| Coverall (deposit) | 0 | |
| Uniform (deposit) | 0 | |
| 285 | ||
| Temporary Medical Insurance | 0 | |
| U-PASS | 423 | |
| Graduation | 45 | |
| Program-specific extra fees | 0 | |
| Total |
* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½'s Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a non-refundable deposit ($300 or $500, depending on program).
Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ International.
Any refunds are issued according to ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½'s refund policy.
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