About Esthetician (est) in Seneca College

About the Program

This two-year diploma program has been leading the field in esthetician training for more than 20 years. You will learn about and master facials, manicures, pedicures, body treatments and waxing, ensuring your ability to assist all clients with their personal skin care concerns.

Your studies will allow you to practice advanced esthetic treatments including microdermabrasion, light therapies and various anti-aging treatments. As you learn to address skin care concerns, and the nuances of business and customer interaction, you will become a confident and knowledgeable professional.

Skills

Upon the completion of this program you will gain valuable industry-focused skills including:

• Facials
• Manicures
• Pedicures
• Waxing
• Microdermabrasion
• Light therapies
• Anti-aging treatments
• Skincare analysis
• Body Treatments

You will also gain knowledge and experience working with products and equipment spa employers are looking for in the estheticians they hire.

Your Career

When you graduate from this program, these are the types of employers waiting for you:

• Spas
• Salons
• National retailers and vendors of beauty products

Using the knowledge, skills and experiences from this program, you may also choose to open your own business as an esthetician or consultant.

Academic qualification equivalents

When applying to a Seneca degree program you must submit:

• High school transcripts for grades 10, 11 and 12 showing all program specific pre-requisite courses.

• Transcripts must include six (6) senior level courses equivalent to Ontario university preparatory credits with an overall average of 65%.
• High school/secondary school diploma (certificate of completion).
• You may submit transcripts or certificates for any completed university/postsecondary college courses or programs taken inside or outside of Canada.
• Academic records that are in a language other than English must include an official/certified English translation.
• Seneca reserves the right to verify submitted transcripts at any time. For courses and credentials earned inside of Canada, Seneca reserves the right to request original transcripts be sent directly to Seneca from the issuing institution. Applicants will be notified if this is needed.

When applying to a Seneca graduate certificate program you must submit:

• Complete university and college transcripts for all years of study.
• University or college credential (degree, diploma or certificate).
• A credential assessment from a recognized agency such as WES (World Education Services) may be required for some programs. Applicants will be informed by email if this is needed.
• Academic records that are in a language other than English must include an official/certified English translation.
• Seneca reserves the right to verify submitted transcripts at any time. For courses and credentials earned inside of Canada, Seneca reserves the right to request original transcripts be sent directly to Seneca from the issuing institution. Applicants will be informed by email if this is needed.

When applying to a Seneca certificate program and two- or three-year diploma program you must submit:

• High school transcripts for grades 10, 11 and 12 showing all program specific pre-requisite courses.
• High school/secondary school diploma (certificate of completion).
• You may submit transcripts or certificates for any completed university/postsecondary college courses or programs taken inside or outside of Canada.
• Academic records that are in a language other than English must include an official/certified English translation.
• Seneca reserves the right to verify submitted transcripts at any time. For courses and credentials earned inside of Canada, Seneca reserves the right to request original transcripts be sent directly to Seneca from the issuing institution. Applicants will be notified if this is needed.

English language requirements (one of the below):

Degree Programs and Graduate Certificate Programs

• IELTS: Minimum 6.5 with no skill below 6.0
• PTE: Minimum score 60

Certificate Programs, Diploma and Advanced Diploma Programs

• IELTS: Minimum 6.0 with no skill below  5.5
• PTE: Minimum score 58

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Seneca College The Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

The cost of living in Canada varies depending on the demands and requirements of the students attending Seneca College. To estimate the cost of things like food, accommodation, transportation, and other expenses, students can look at the table below.