Esthetics and Spa Therapy Vancouver Community College (VCC)
About this Program
Level: Certificate in Esthetics and Spa Therapy
Discpline: Other Arts and Humanities
Length: 2 semesters
Check My EligibilityVCC Downtown Campus
Program Description
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. What you will learn Upon successful completion of the Esthetics & Spa Therapy Certificate Program students 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.
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Study and Work in Canada
Full-time undergraduate and post-graduate international students can work anywhere on or off campus without a work permit. The rules around the number of hours a student will be allowed to work may vary based on the country the student chooses to study in. International students are typically able to work up to 20 hours a week.