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Esthetics and Spa Therapies (EAS)
Starts in January, September
Location
Duration
6 Semesters (3 Years)Credential Awarded
Ontario College Advanced DiplomaSchool
School of FashionAbout the Program
A leader in esthetics since 1990, Seneca’s Esthetics and Spa Therapies program will immerse you in education and training within our on-campus spa that will provide you with hands-on experiences. You can look forward to specializing your focus on advanced services and therapies offered in the spa and medi-spa environments to earn the globally recognized designation of CIDESCO Esthetician.
| September | January | May | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Break |
| Year 2 | Semester 3 | Semester 4 | Break |
| Year 3 | Semester 5 | Semester 6 |
| September | January | May | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
| Year 2 | Semester 3 | Semester 4 | Break |
| Year 3 | Semester 5 | Semester 6 |
Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:
- Manicures
- Pedicures
- Waxing and Tinting
- Basic and Advanced Facials
- Basic and Advanced Body Treatments
- Skincare Analysis
- Spa Business Operations
- Medical Esthetic Treatments
- Holistic Therapies
Work Experience
Internships
You will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experiences providing services to clients at the on-campus Evolutions Spa.
Field Work
The on-campus Evolutions Spa provides students with the time and opportunity to perfect their services and practice working with customers in a real-life spa.
Evolutions Spa
Your Career
When you graduate from this program, these are the types of employers waiting for you:
- Day Spas
- Hotel/Resort Spas
- Destination Spas
- Medical Spas
- Cruise Ships
- Nail and Hair Salons
- Wellness/Fitness Centers
- National retailers and vendors of beauty products
- Dermatologist Office
- Cosmetic Surgeons Office
Affiliations/Associations
- CIDESCO
- Leading Spas of Canada
- iSPA International Spa Association
- Cosmetics Alliance Canada
- International Pedicure Association (IPA)
Student Works and Experiences
What Our Graduates Say
“I believe adding a 3rd year, and preparing students to take the internationally recognized CIDESCO exam, will be a benefit to your graduates, and to employers. Providing this additional training will only continue to support Seneca's reputation as a leader in this field of education. Seneca has been a long-time educational leader in the field of Esthetics.”
Diane Sparrow
President, Leading Spas of Canada
Esthetics and Spa Therapies Graduate