Esthetician

Description

In this program, students are prepared with the knowledge, skills and professional competencies required for the Esthetics Industry. Students in this program are able to provide spa modalities, such as make up and specialized skin, body and hand/foot treatments. In addition, business applications required to run a small business are emphasized. This program has been designed with the intent to academically prepare students for international testing and to inspire a passion for the health and wellness industry.

Career Opportunities

An esthetician has many opportunities for employment in the health and wellness industry. Graduates of this program may work in a variety of spas, such as day and resort spas, destination and cruise ship spas, salons, and health and wellness establishments. In addition, graduates are prepared for possible employment in many other areas such as in product sales, distributing and retailing of products, product education, spa reception and management, contracting, self employment and consulting positions, pharmaceutical industries, and Dermatologist and Plastic Surgery offices.

Program Learning Outcomes

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

1. perform a variety of specialized body and skin care treatments following correct procedures and precautions and supporting client needs (including and not limited to facials, manicures, pedicures, hair removal, and make up applications);
2. use a range of specialized equipment and products, in compliance with established national, provincial, industry, and other related standards, regulations, policies, and procedures;
3. apply relevant knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and histology to the provision of specialized esthetic treatments and services;
4. adhere to health, safety, sanitation, and infection and prevention control guidelines, according to current legislation and national, provincial, municipal, and industry standards and regulations, and employ environmentally sustainable practices as set out within the industry;
5. identify business skills and apply basic entrepreneurial strategies necessary for the successful establishment and operation of an esthetic business;
6. select and recommend the use of esthetic products and product ingredients to clients, taking into account health status and identified needs;
7. establish and maintain professional relationships in adherence to standards and ethics associated with the profession;
8. develop customer service strategies that meet and adapt to individual needs and expectations in accordance with professional standards and ethics;
9. determine professional development strategies that lead to the enhancement of work performance and career opportunities and keep pace with industry change.

External Recognition

The college and spa clinic are members of Leading Spas of Canada and CIDESCO International. As a member the program follows the policies outlined by these associations. Graduates of this program meet the core competencies to apply for the CIDESCO Diplomat Examination. Successful candidates can use the international designation "CIDESCO Diplomat".

Program Progression

The following reflects the planned progression for full-time offerings of the program.

Fall Intake

• Sem 1: Fall 2023
• Sem 2: Winter 2024
• Sem 3: Fall 2024
• Sem 4: Winter 2025

Winter Intake

• Sem 1: Winter 2024
• Sem 2: Summer 2024
• Sem 3: Fall 2024
• Sem 4: Winter 2025

Articulation

A number of articulation agreements have been negotiated with universities and other institutions across Canada, North America and internationally. These agreements are assessed, revised and updated on a regular basis. Please contact the program co-ordinator for specific details if you are interested in pursuing such an option. Additional information can be found on our website at https://www.georgiancollege.ca/admissions/credit-transfer/

Admission Requirements

OSSD or equivalent with

• Grade 12 English (C or U)

Mature students, non-secondary school applicants (19 years or older), and home school applicants may also be considered for admission. Eligibility may be met by applicants who have taken equivalent courses, upgrading, completed their GED, and equivalency testing. For complete details refer to: www.georgiancollege.ca/admissions/academic-regulations/

Applicants who have taken courses from a recognized and accredited post-secondary institution and/or have relevant life/learning experience may also be considered for admission; refer to the Credit for Prior Learning website for details:
www.georgiancollege.ca/admissions/credit-transfer/

Criminal Reference/Vulnerable Sector Check

Placement agencies require an up-to-date clear criminal reference check and vulnerable sector check prior to going out on placement. Students should obtain their criminal reference three months prior to placement; checks conducted earlier may not be considered current. As some jurisdictions require longer lead-time for processing, please check with the program coordinator to ensure you allow for sufficient turn-around time. It is the student's responsibility to provide the completed document prior to placement start.

NOTE: Individuals who have been charged or convicted criminally and not pardoned will be prohibited from proceeding to a clinical or work placement.

Additional Information

It is required that students have Standard First Aid prior to participating in the Spa Clinic. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that the permit status is valid for the duration of their time in the program.

Applicants must have an up-to-date immunization record in compliance with the Health Canada Guideline Routine Practices and Additional Precautions for Preventing the Transmission of Infection in Health Care and the Ontario Hospital Association/Ontario Medical Association Communicable Disease Surveillance Protocols for Ontario Hospitals. Completion and submission of this record is required prior to clinic placement. Please visit Esthetician webpage for a complete list of permit requirements at www.georgiancollege.ca/academics/full-time-programs/esthetician-esth/

During lab and clinics, students are not permitted to wear jewelry and must adhere to the professional decorum policy as described in the student handbook. Students are required to purchase uniforms, a student kit containing implements to be used during the course of the program and a make up kit.

Graduation Requirements

16 Program Courses
3 Clinical Placements
2 Communications Courses
3 General Education Courses

Graduation Eligibility

To graduate from this program, the passing weighted average for promotion through each semester, from year to year, and to graduate is 60%. Additionally, a student must attain a minimum of 50% or a letter grade of P (Pass) or S (Satisfactory) in each course in each semester unless otherwise stated on the course outline.

Program Tracking

The following reflects the planned course sequence for full-time offerings of the Fall intake of the program. Where more  than one intake is offered  contact the program co-ordinator for the program tracking.

Plan of Study Grid

Semester 1		Hours
Program Courses
SPAE 1001	Cosmetic Product Knowledge	42
SPAE 1002	Fundamentals of Esthetic Sciences	42
SPAE 1003	Fundamentals of Spa Treatments	42
SPAE 1013	Fundamentals of Spa Treatments Lab	70
SPAE 1014	Esthetic Professionalism	28
Communications Course
Select 1 course from the communications list during registration.		42
	Hours	266
Semester 2
Program Courses
SPAE 1006	Principles of Esthetic Sciences	42
SPAE 1012	Spa Treatments Theory	42
SPAE 1015	Spa Treatments Practice	84
SPAE 1016	Artificial Nail Technologies	56
Clinical
SPAE 1009	Spa Clinic	84
General Education Course
Select 1 course from the general education list during registration.		42
	Hours	350
Semester 3
Program Courses
SPAE 2000	Nutrition for the Skin Therapist	42
SPAE 2001	Advanced Esthetic Services	42
SPAE 2011	Advanced Esthetic Practices	70
SPAE 2013	Cosmetic Applications	42
Clinical
SPAE 2004	Esthetic Clinic	84
Communications Course
Select 1 course from the communications list during registration.		42
General Education Course
Select 1 course from the general education list during registration.		42
	Hours	364
Semester 4
Program Courses
SPAE 2006	Holistic and Body Therapies	56
SPAE 2007	Skin and Body Applications	84
SPAE 2012	Introduction to Spa Management and Entrepreneurship	42
Clinical
SPAE 2008	Advanced Esthetic Clinic	84
General Education Course
Select 1 course from the general education list during registration.		42
	Hours	308
	Total Hours	1288

Graduation Window

Students unable to adhere to the program duration of two years (as stated above) may take a maximum of four years to complete their credential. After this time, students must be re-admitted into the program, and follow the curriculum in place at the time of re-admission.

Disclaimer: The information in this document is correct at the time of publication. Academic content of programs and courses is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational objectives and employment market needs. 

Program outlines may be subject to change in response to emerging situations, in order to facilitate student achievement of the learning outcomes required for graduation. Components such as courses, progression, coop work terms, placements, internships and other requirements may be delivered differently than published.