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Name/Description
Credits
You will develop an understanding of operating a spa and employer expectations. Your studies will develop your awareness of legal and labour regulations, financing, spa design and maintaining shop inventory and equipment. The course covers practical application of personality theories to spa situations.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
ESTH 101
Foundations of Esthetics
4
You will explore sciences as they relate to esthetics. The course content includes chemistry, physics, anatomy and physiology, trichology, nutrition and metric conversion. You will examine communication skills for estheticians.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
ESTH 102
Skin Care Techniques
3
You will focus on a variety of methods and procedures that relate to preserving, maintaining and enhancing the skin. You will practice techniques in skin analysis, eyebrow arching, plain and specialized facials. You will study skin diseases and disorders to assist you in selecting the most beneficial skin care products to suit the skin condition.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): ESTH 101(concurrent), SANT 110(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
ESTH 103
Make-up Artistry
2
You will learn how to use makeup techniques to enhance a client’s facial features. You will be introduced to the various looks that are created by make-up artists for theatrical, corrective, and camouflage purposes. In addition, you will learn how to apply the theory of colour, enhance eye brows and lashes, consult with a client, and choose suitable product.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 30.0
Prerequisites(s): ESTH 102(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab
ESTH 104
Machine Applied Facial and Body Treatments
4
You will obtain and analyze essential data from the client through client consultation in order to make accurate decisions about recommended services. You will learn how to use technical tools to perform specialized facial treatments.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Prerequisites(s): ESTH 101(concurrent), ESTH 102(concurrent), SANT 110(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab
ESTH 105
Esthetics Treatments and Massage
4
Your studies will focus on identifying skin conditions relating to the rapidly growing field of spa body treatments and cosmetic massage. You will learn how to combine both medical spa treatment and home care regime to treat these conditions.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Prerequisites(s): ESTH 101(concurrent), ESTH 102(concurrent), SANT 110(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab
ESTH 106
Advanced Sciences and Clinical Skin Care
4
You will gain a better understanding of basic chemical reaction that take place in the skin. Your studies will include information about new skin ingredients such as serums and polymers. You will learn how to cooperate with physicians to complement client care. Your studies will focus on protocols, advanced treatments, patient education, product knowledge, and counter indications.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Prerequisites(s): ESTH 105(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab
You will learn the hair removal procedures and techniques an Esthetician is expected to know.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 30.0
Prerequisites(s): ESTH 101(concurrent), SANT 110(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab
ESTH 108
Lash Enhancements
3
You will demonstrate the application of temporary and semi-permanent eyelash enhancements.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): SANT 110(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab
NAIL 101
Manicures and Pedicures
3
You will develop an understanding of the anatomy of hands and feet, hand and nail care, disease and disorders. Your studies will help you learn specialized techniques and treatments to offer to your manicure and pedicure clients. You will practice manicures, pedicures and treatments.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): SANT 010(concurrent) or SANT 110(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab
NAST 103
Introduction to Indigenous Studies
1
You will receive an introduction to the Indigenous cultural groups within Saskatchewan. You will learn about the colonization of Indigenous peoples by the Canadian state. Your studies will help you discuss current issues and explore possible solutions.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 15.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab
PRAC 114
Spa Reception and Retail Practicum
2
Your studies will focus on telephone skills, processing payments, maintaining records and opening and closing reception duties in a spa. You will practice your reception skills in the spa along with selling products and services, merchandising retail products and managing a spa. You will operate and maintain the spa dispensary.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 30.0
Prerequisites(s): SANT 110(concurrent), ESTH 101(concurrent), BUS 103(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
PRAC 209
Esthetics Customer Service Practicum 1
6
You will become familiar with spa practices and gain experience in dealing with clients and reinforcing the skills you have practiced. You will prepare to work as a skin care technician by practicing under the direct supervision of an instructor.
Credit Units: 6
Course Hours: 90.0
Prerequisites(s): ESTH 103(concurrent), ESTH 107(concurrent), NAIL 101(concurrent), PRAC 114(concurrent), BUS 103(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Clinical/Practicum
PRAC 210
Esthetics Customer Service Practicum 2
6
You will learn to become more efficient in your skills in dealing with clients and learning the best practices of spa client consultation. You will prepare to work as a skin care technician by practicing under the direct supervision of an instructor. You will build on the skills you learned in PRAC 209.
Credit Units: 6
Course Hours: 90.0
Prerequisites(s): ESTH 104(concurrent), ESTH 106(concurrent), PRAC 209(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Clinical/Practicum
PRAC 211
Esthetics Customer Service Practicum 3
6
You will gain experience in dealing with conflict and consult with clients independently. You will prepare to work as a skin care technician by practicing with minimal supervision of an instructor. You will build on skills you learned in PRAC 210.
Credit Units: 6
Course Hours: 90.0
Prerequisites(s): PRAC 210(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Clinical/Practicum
PRAC 216
Customer Service Practicum 4
1
You will demonstrate mastery in performing all skin care technician services. You will participate in a mock journey person evaluation.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 15.0
Prerequisites(s): PRAC 210(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical
SANT 110
Sanitation, Safety and Hygiene for Skin Care Technicians
2
Your studies will focus on safety as it relates to a spa, personal health and sanitation. This course provides instruction in the study of bacteriology. You will also study relevant safety concerns such as fire safety, health risks and diseases.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 30.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
Total semester credits: 57
