Join the Cosmetics Sector by Attending an Esthetics College Program

Esthetics, also called skin therapy, is performed at salons, day spas, medi-spas, health clinics, cruise ships and skin care companies. The professionals in this field are trained at esthetics college programs in the cosmetic treatment of skin. They perform various cosmetic procedures including: facials, body treatments and waxing. More specifically, estheticians are trained to give facial treatments that may include deep cleansing, exfoliation and facial massage. They also extract or cleanse pore blockages and blackheads. In addition to these treatments, estheticians advice on the proper care of your skin, recommend appropriate skin care products for your skin type and perform certain specialty treatments. Because estheticians are not medical doctors, they don’t diagnose skin conditions, prescribe medications or suggest treatment for any skin condition outside of using cosmetic products.

The esthetics sector is becoming increasingly popular with a boom in the number of spas in Canada.

In order to gain the proper credentials, Centennial College offers a two-year Esthetician program that results in employable and leadership skills as well as an Ontario College Diploma. The reputable offering allows students to gain academic and practical knowledge in the entire range of professional services offered by today’s spas. One of the most important focuses of this program is teaching students about opening their own practices through courses such as: Professional Relationships, Exploring Customer Service, Introduction to Business Practices, Spa Business and more. Meanwhile on the esthetics side, students participate in courses such as: Skin Care Theory, Skin Care Practices, Manicures and Pedicures, Waxing and Hair Removal, Makeup and more. Incorporated into the classroom learning of Centennial’s esthetics college program are subjects such as anatomy, physiology, practical applications, product knowledge, and more.

To complement lectures, students practice in labs. These labs are equipped with the latest technology on the market. Working with this equipment, and qualified instructors who have years of experience, ensures that students are aware of the most up-to-date techniques and market information. This on-campus lab and esthetics practice is great preparation for Centennial College’s field placement, during which students are work in highly respected esthetics establishments. During their field placements, students interact with real customers (under the supervision of their instructors), learning the intricacies of the industry. Please be advised, that students must have completed a standard first aid and CPR (healthcare provider level) course, a vulnerable sector background police check, and an immunization review form before they can be sent out on the esthetician work placement.

To apply for admission to this Esthetician program, you must present at minimum an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent or be 19 years of age or older. Also required is compulsory English 12C or U, or skills assessment, or equivalent.