Esthetics and Spa Therapy

Diploma: Certificate

Location: Downtown

International students admissibility: Accepts International Students

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Overview

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.

Tuition	N/A
Credential	Certificate
Length	The Esthetics & Spa Therapy Certificate Program is 10 months in length and is offered in a progression of 3 courses. The program is offered three days per week: Monday to Wednesday or Thursday to Saturday. The maximum time to complete this program is 2 years.
Hours	Classes run from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm either Monday to Wednesday or Thursday to Saturday, in person. In addition, students complete 6.25 hours of asynchronous online content, independent study, or assigned coursework each week. Asynchronous content is scheduled on Thursday or Wednesday but can be completed on your own time during the week.
Delivery	Class-based
Campus	Downtown
Start Dates	Jan, Mar, May, Sep, Nov

Tuition	N/A
Credential	Certificate
Length	The Esthetics & Spa Therapy Certificate Program is 10 months in length and is offered in a progression of 3 courses. The program is offered three days per week: Monday to Wednesday or Thursday to Saturday. The maximum time to complete this program is 2 years.
Hours	<span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Classes run from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm either Monday to Wednesday or Thursday to Saturday, in person. In addition, students complete 6.25 hours of asynchronous online content, independent study, or assigned coursework each week. Asynchronous content is scheduled on Thursday or Wednesday but can be completed on your own time during the week.</span> Students will be expected to attend classes in the cohort schedules that are assigned to them. Although classes are only offered 3 days a week, students are expected to study, prepare for exams, and work on assignments during the remainder of the week. Class times are subject to change.
Delivery	Class-based
Campus	Downtown
Start Dates	Jan, Mar, May, Sep, Nov
PGWP	Not listed as eligible

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Admission Requirement

English 10 or equivalent. Applicants who do not meet the program admission requirements may be admitted based on an interview with the Department Leader or representative.

Missing prerequisites? Learn more about VCC's tuition-free academic upgrading or English as a Second Language (ESL) courses, or discover which university transfer options are right for you.

Recommended Characteristics

To be successful in the Esthetics & Spa Therapy Certificate Program, it is recommended students possess the following characteristics:

Ability to understand instruction in English;
Genuine interest in administering personal services;
Good interpersonal and communication skills;
Pleasant and out going personality;
Good hand and eye coordination;
Manual dexterity and creative ability;
Normal colour vision;
Good depth perception and ability to perceive line and form;
Ability to stand for a long periods of time;
Ability to plan and work independently;
Self motivation and a sense of responsibility;
Basic writing and numerical skills.

Candidates considering this program are likely to be most successful as graduates if they are in good health and are aware that the following health concerns may effect this career:

Asthma
Respiratory problems
Skin conditions
Eczema
Back Problems

Program Availability

Not currently available.

Courses

Full-time

Course list is not available at the moment.

Full-time

Course list is not available at the moment.

This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Fees and Costs

Application fee	$36
Tuition	$13,329	Year 1 - $5,468 Year 2 - $5,468 Year 3 - $2,393
Student union	$217
College initiative	$118
Materials		not including textbooks
Campus resource	$534
Laundry
Uniform (Deposit)
Medical & Dental	$285	Provided by Student Union
U-Pass	$423	Discounted, unlimited transit pass. Learn more.
Graduation	$45
Total	$14,984

Books & Supplies

Textbooks or other supplies may be required for this program. Visit the VCC Bookstore for more information.
Additional costs:
- Textbooks – Approx. $500
- Student kits – Approx. $5,100 + tax

Open Educational Resources(OER) at VCC

No-cost textbooks are available for this program.

* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a non-refundable deposit ($300 or $500, depending on program).

Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.

Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.

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Tuition deposit	$11,000	$10,000 non-refundable Tuition deposits are payable usually within two (2) weeks after a Letter of Offer is issued.
Application fee	$145
Tuition	$21,371
Student union	$217
College initiative	$124
Materials		not including textbooks
Campus resource	$534
Laundry
Uniform (Deposit)
Medical & Dental	$285	Provided by Student Union
Temporary medical insurance	$149	Medical Insurance for International Students
U-Pass	$423	Discounted, unlimited transit pass. Learn more.
Graduation	$45
Total	$22,971

Textbooks or other supplies may be required for this program. Visit the VCC Bookstore for more information.
Additional costs:
- Textbooks – Approx. $500
- Student kits – Approx. $5,100 + tax

* Tuition and other fees are approximate and subject to increase up to 5% per year. Students will be required to pay increased rates if the fees change at any time during the period of enrolment in the program. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable.

Fees listed are for international students. For domestic programs, visit vcc.ca.

Any refunds are issued according to VCC's international refund policy.

Application Process

Application information is not available at the moment.

International students must contact International Education advisors to confirm their study eligibility and the Continuing Studies (CS) department to verify their program eligibility.

Application information is not available at the moment.

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