You will develop an appreciation for the effort that goes into starting your own business. Your studies will develop your awareness of legal and labour regulations, protection required, financing, salon design and maintaining shop inventory and equipment.

Credit Units: 4

Other Hours: 60

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

Your studies will focus on telephone skills, processing payments, maintaining records and opening and closing reception duties. You will practice your reception skills in the salon along with selling products and services, merchandising retail products and managing a salon.

Credit Units: 4

Other Hours: 60

Prerequisites(s): SANT 105

Equivalent Course(s): SUPP 144

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will develop an understanding of the anatomy of hands and feet. Your studies will help you acquire an understanding of hand and nail care, diseases and disorders. You will practice giving manicures and pedicures.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 30

Prerequisites(s): SANT 105

Equivalent Course(s): COSM 146

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will focus on a variety of methods and procedures that relate to preserving, maintaining and enhancing the skin. You will practice techniques in skin analysis, eyebrow arching, plain and specialized facials, waxing, ear piercing and brow and lash tinting. Lab experience will provide you with skill in a variety of make-up techniques that range from daytime to specialized. You will study skin diseases and disorders to assist you in selecting the most beneficial skin care products to suit the skin condition.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 45

Prerequisites(s): SANT 105, SCI 107

Equivalent Course(s): COSM 145

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will study various personality theories of psychologists. The course focuses on the practical salon application of these theories to salon situations.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 30

Equivalent Course(s): SUPP 144

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

Your studies will focus on safety as it relates to salon and personal health and sanitation. You will receive instruction in the study of bacteriology. You will also study relevant safety concerns such as fire safety, health risks and diseases.

Credit Units: 1

Other Hours: 15

Equivalent Course(s): SUPP 144

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Work Based Delivery

You will explore sciences as they relate to the beauty profession. The course content includes chemistry, physics, anatomy and physiology, trichology, nutrition and metric conversion.

Credit Units: 5

Other Hours: 75

Equivalent Course(s): SCI 140

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will learn how to use and maintain many technical tools, such as galvanic and high frequency machines, to perform facial treatments. These will require special electrical and safety precautions. You will learn about the tools used during in-depth facials, as well as the role electricity plays in skin care.

Credit Units: 1

Other Hours: 15

Prerequisites(s): COSM 208, SANT 105

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will be introduced to all aspects of facials, as well as the importance of recommending a homecare regimen. You will learn the importance of first impressions and professionalism in your work environment. You will be introduced to five standard skin types. You will then obtain and analyze essential data from the client, including a health history, in order to make accurate decisions about recommended services.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 30

Prerequisites(s): COSM 208, SANT 105

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

Removing unwanted hair makes up a large part of a salon or spa's business. You will learn the hair removal procedures an esthetician is expected to know in the professional world. Your studies will focus on sanitation and tools for hair removal, as well as how hair growth has been viewed in various cultures.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 30

Prerequisites(s): COSM 208, SANT 105

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will learn specialized techniques that will allow you to expand the services you can offer your manicure and pedicure clients. You will practice several different types of treatments that will enhance your services.

Credit Units: 1

Other Hours: 15

Prerequisites(s): COSM 102, SANT 105

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will learn manicuring, pedicuring and artificial nail services for fashion-conscious clients. This course will teach you the many types of artificial nail extensions, nail art, nail maintenance and repair. In addition, you will learn about marketing and operating a nail business.

Credit Units: 6

Other Hours: 90

Prerequisites(s): COSM 102

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

Your studies will focus on the rapidly growing field of spa body treatments, which is part of the preventative medicine and wellness movement. You will learn that facial treatments are very closely related to other services offered for the body. You will learn how to clean, stimulate, and hydrate skin on the rest of the body, besides the face.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 35

Prerequisites(s): SANT 105

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will learn how to look at the natural beauty of the client and enhance or correct the facial features to give that person an overall pleasing look. You will be introduced to various looks that are created by make-up artists for theatrical, corrective and camouflage purposes. In addition, you will learn how to apply the theory of colour, set up a make-up station, consult with a client, and choose a product line.

Credit Units: 1

Other Hours: 18

Prerequisites(s): COSM 208

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will learn how estheticians are becoming partners with physicians to jointly offer patients expanded clinical skin care services to complement their medical treatment. You will learn about protocols, advanced treatments, surgical procedures, medical documentation, patient education, product knowledge and contraindications. You will gain an understanding of what results are expected for each treatment and procedure.

Credit Units: 1

Other Hours: 10

Prerequisites(s): COSM 208

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will learn how to treat the many clients who seek the assistance of an esthetician for advanced skin care conditions, such as hyper-pigmentation, sun damage and acne. You will learn how to combine both medical salon treatments and home care to treat these conditions. Your studies will focus on what causes such conditions, what aggravates them, and what clears them. In addition, you will gain an understanding of how to treat ethnic skin, which is crucial in our culturally diverse society.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 45

Prerequisites(s): COSM 102, SANT 105

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

The course will explore the many varieties of massage techniques, as well as safety practices and proper protocols in doing a cosmetic body massage. You will learn how to apply massage services that meet high professional standards and the client's expectations.

Credit Units: 1

Other Hours: 15

Prerequisites(s): SANT 105

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will become familiar with salon practices and gain experience in dealing with clients, reinforcing the skills you have practiced on each other. You will prepare for employment in the beauty industry by working under the direct supervision of an instructor.

Credit Units: 6

Other Hours: 90

Learning Method(s): Clinical/Practicum

You will learn to become more efficient in your skills in dealing with clients and learning the best practices of salon client consultation. You will prepare for employment in the beauty industry by working under the direct supervision of an instructor.

Credit Units: 6

Other Hours: 90

Learning Method(s): Clinical/Practicum

You will demonstrate mastery in all levels of evaluation. You will exhibit the characteristics and practices of a fully competent esthetician.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 30

Learning Method(s): Clinical/Practicum

Although estheticians are not qualified to treat skin diseases or medical conditions, they frequently come in contact with them and therefore need a basic understanding of these diseases and the drugs used to treat them. In addition to the basic chemical reactions that take place in the skin, you will gain a better understanding of over-the-counter drugs and prescription drugs that affect the skin. You will learn their intended uses and how they work, along with information about new skin ingredients such as serums and polymers. An explanation of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations is included.

Credit Units: 1

Other Hours: 12

Prerequisites(s): SCI 107

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will participate in field trip experiences to enrich your industry contacts, increase your product knowledge and learn about the latest technology and techniques in the field of esthetics. You will challenge your skills through competition.

Credit Units: 0

Other Hours: 15

Learning Method(s): Work Experience - Group