Esthetics

This course provides the student with an overview of the communication skills required by business and industry. Students will learn to apply these communication skills to be successful in their selected workplace setting.

This course further develops essential communications skills with a focus on basic writing. This course provides the student with the opportunity to develop written work typical of the industry related to their program of study.

This introductory course is designed for students in need of fundamental computer skills including the use of an operating system and the basics of email, internet, file management and word processing.

This course provides theory and practice in shampooing, finishing rinses, conditioners, and basic hair treatments.

This course is designed to introduce the learner to salon management software used in maintaining client records. Learners will also be introduced to salon management software used to manage inventories and maintain the system.

This course deals with personal and professional health, physical presentation, human relations, and professional attitude. The history of esthetics and the role of the Cosmetology Association of Nova Scotia will also be covered. The student will develop and demonstrate positive professional attitude and will be evaluated on interactions with others, appropriate dress code and code of ethics.

This course deals with the basic anatomy and physiology, as well as the structure, growth and composition of the nails. Associated diseases and disorders and cumulative trauma disorders are also included.

The importance of maintaining well groomed nails has become a significant part of our culture for both men and women. This course provides the theoretical knowledge of performing natural nail care, as well as an introduction to artificial nail products.

In many salons hair removal makes up 50% of the services performed by an esthetician. In this course the students will learn the morphology of hair and its growth stages. The students will also learn the techniques available for hair removal and demonstrate procedures with both hard and soft wax.

In this course the students will learn basic chemistry and how it relates to skin care products, the drugs used to treat the skin and the advanced ingredient technology used in today’s skin care.

This course allows the learner to develop and practice skills of the Esthetic program at an introductory level.

In this course the learners will learn of the various spa body treatments, holistic/alternative treatments and the clinical and surgical procedures related to esthetics.

In this course the learners will learn the methods for gathering client information, how to analyze the skin, the procedures and machines for facial treatments and how to recommend home care.

In skin care, the practical hands on work is the final result of months of preparation. One must possess a basic understanding of what is underneath the hands before the hands can be effective. In this course the learner will learn about the largest organ of the body, the skin, and how it functions and is supported by the body systems and structure. The learner will also study the basic building blocks of nutrition and how deficiencies will affect the skin and nails. The diseases and disorders that are frequently seen in an esthetic salon will be explored.

This course allows the student to develop and practice skills of the esthetic course at an introductory level.

This course deals with color theory and makeup applications. The student will learn the theory of color, the principles of contouring, face shapes and profiles, as well as the makeup products and tools available to the esthetician. Basic makeup application and client consultation are also covered.

This course introduces the student to the basics of salon business. The students will look at the different types of salons, keeping records, marketing and retailing.

As an Esthetician in Nova Scotia you are required to be licensed by the Cosmetology Association of Nova Scotia. After successfully completing 1,250 hours of training in a registered school, under direct supervision of a Master Esthetic Instructor, the learner will write a theory and practical exam administered by the Cosmetology Association of Nova Scotia. This course prepares the learner for the theory exam.

This course allows the learner to develop and practice skills of the Esthetics program at an introductory level. As an Esthetician in Nova Scotia, you are required to be licensed by the Cosmetology Association of Nova Scotia. After successfully completing 1,250 hours of training in a registered school, under direct supervision of a Master Esthetic Instructor, the learner will write a theory and practical exam administered by the Cosmetology Association of Nova Scotia. This course also prepares the learner for the practical exam.

This course offers the students the introduction to WHMIS, which is training required by any person employed in a Nova Scotia workplace. This is a generic, introductory course that provides basic knowledge in WHMIS for the workplace and is considered to be the basis from which more specific training can be given.

This course offers the students the introduction to the Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) Act of Nova Scotia, which is required by any person employed in a Nova Scotia workplace. This is a generic, introductory course that provides basic knowledge of the Act for the students and is considered to be the basis from which more specific training can be given.