Certificate in Esthetics and Spa Therapy

Get expert industry training in facial treatments, manicure, pedicure, gel application, hair removal, makeup, and body massage while serving real clients at VCC’s state-of-the-art salon and spa. 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, brow and specialized makeup techniques. Perform in an ethical and professional manner conducive to spa environments. Apply retail business administration practices and marketing techniques for operating a spa.

Seats are offered to applicants who have met all admission requirements, on a first-qualified, first-served basis.; International applicants must be 17 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.); Applicants must submit official transcripts and educational documents as required by their course or program

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.