Esthetics and Spa Therapy Certificate at Vancouver Island University

Programme overview

The Esthetics and Spa Therapy Certificate program at VIU produces highly professional and job-ready graduates, and our graduates are in demand. You'll study with skilled instructors and get lots of hands-on practice working with clients in the Student Spa Clinic. We equip you with the knowledge and skills to provide exceptional esthetic services.

Faculty: Trades and Applied Technology | Duration: 8 months | Study mode: full-time | Intake: The Esthetics and Spa Therapy program has one intake each Fall. | Location: Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

What you will study

Courses include Career Essentials, Microbiology: Health and Hygiene, Anatomy and Physiology, Skin Physiology, Esthetic Services and Treatments, Spa Body Services and Treatments, The Art and Science of Make-Up and Non-Surgical Enhancements, Experiential Learning: Clinic and Spa Module Phase 1.

Career pathways

The beauty industry continues to grow, and in BC professional estheticians are in demand. You can pursue a career in top spas. Roles include day spas; resorts, destination and cruise ship spas; hair salons; private business; performing arts; industry sales and promotion; sales and marketing; distribution.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Grade 12, or equivalent, or mature student status.; Minimum of 17 years of age.; Successful completion of a Personal Profile.; Students may be interviewed by program staff and industry.; Notes on Admission; Good hand-eye coordination.; Physically fit and able to stand all day.

Domestic applicants: CAD 14,914 for the whole programme. Tuition; Fees per Program. Tuition only; excludes student, activity, health plan and other mandatory fees. Source

Most programmes start in September; January intake is offered for some bachelor's degrees and other programmes; many programmes offer alternative start dates throughout the year.

Applications for most academic programs open October 1 in the year before the program start date (applications for programs beginning September 2027 open October 1, 2026); deadlines vary by program.

Application fee: domestic undergraduate $46.98, domestic graduate $121.86, international all programs $156.06 (non-refundable); no application fee for Adult Basic Education.

Apply through the official page: https://www.viu.ca/apply

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