Niagara College Canada

Esthetician

Program Code (0395)
Ontario College Diploma
Two Years
Niagara-on-the-Lake Campus
Start date: September or January

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Career Opportunities

In today’s fast-paced, stressed-out world, salon and spa services are in growing demand. Now, with the launch of this exciting new program, you can learn to offer these services at our Niagara-on-the-Lake campus, complete with a beautiful new spa.

Program graduates may work independently as estheticians or provide skin care, facials, manicures, pedicures, hair removal and makeup artistry to the wellness industry. Potential employment settings include:

• Casinos
• Cruise ship lines
• Day and destination spas
• Hotels
• Martini and manicure bars
• Salons

The Niagara College Difference

• Niagara Waters, our college-run spa, provides excellent opportunities for real-life experience
• Niagara is one of few colleges in Ontario to run its own spa
• Niagara is one of Canada’s premier tourist destinations
• Program Outline provides industry-standard training in a wide range of esthetic services
• Job opportunities exist in Niagara and beyond

Projects and Features

Community Involvement

Niagara College requires its Esthetician Program students to participate in 30 hours of volunteer community involvement per year.

Last year our students took part in events ranging from Niagara College open houses to fundraisers supporting Habitat for Humanity.

We welcome any inquiries that may engage our students in the practical experience required to meet these necessities.

In addition to volunteer participation, our second year students are also required to fulfill 45 hours of clinical practice, which is carried out in the Niagara Waters Spa.

This is a brand new, fully equipped esthetics facility designed to offer a variety of services which is open to the general public. This spa experience will give the students the ability to strengthen their skills and knowledge gained in class.

For more information on community involvement and volunteer programs, please contact the Program Co-ordinator

For all Niagara Waters Spa inquiries, please contact:
Web: www.niagarawaters.ca
Phone: 905-641 2252 ext. 4230

Testimonials and Profiles

"This course has not only helped me with my knowledge for this career but it has also boosted my self esteem and helped me open up and get to know people better. I liked how all the professors/instructors always knew the latest techniques and gave us tips to become better Estheticians."

Robin Lehmann,
Esthetician graduate

"This program has greatly exceeded my expectations with the quality of instruction, the comprehensiveness of the course, and the high standards they have established. This program has broadened my horizons by showing me the enormous variety of career possibilities I now have!"

Natasha Mackenzie,
Esthetician graduate

Esthetic services and spas are the fastest growing business in Canada with 97 per cent growth during the past five years.

Price Waterhouse Coopers

Admission Requirements

Minimum Admission Requirements for 2009-10 (OSS):

Minimum Admission Requirements for 2010-11 (OSS):

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or 19 years of age or older as of the first day of classes, with no OSSD or equivalent (Mature Student) including the following required courses:
• English – any Grade 12 (C) or (U), or equivalent.

Selection & Ranking Process:

• For competitive programs (the number of qualified applicants exceeds the number of available places), selection will be based on the most senior level final grade available at the time of ranking. Mid-term grades are not used for ranking purposes.
• Testing or other supplemental evaluation may be required.

Note:

• Mature Student applicants, or applicants who have an OSSD that includes Workplace (E) level learning, may be considered for admission after meeting with a staff member to review academic needs, interests and possible career directions. Academic testing and/or upgrading may be required.
• Secondary School grades from co-op courses and half credit courses are not considered.

Educational Pathways

Niagara College has articulated agreements providing students with degree completion and credit transfer opportunities with many other colleges and universities.

• View Degree Opportunities for this Program
• View Degree Opportunities by Institution
• View Degree Opportunities by Subject

For a complete listing of articulation agreements, please consult the Niagara College Transfer Guide.

Program Related Information

Contact Information

Email: registrar@niagaracollege.ca
Niagara College Admissions Office: 905-735-2211, ext 7619

Apply now for this program online at www.OntarioColleges.ca

Information Last Modified:
Thu, November 20, 2008 at 02:03:59 PM ET

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