Victoria Court Career College Esthetician Diploma Program The Victoria Court
Career College
Esthetician Diploma
Program covers areas
of Esthetics that will
ensure students gain a
competitive edge in
the field. The Milady
curriculum covers the
following areas;
You are about to begin a
journey into a career ripe
with opportunity for
success and personal
satisfaction. The need for
professional estheticians
continues to grow
providing ample room for
success in a variety of
career paths. New
techniques, products and
Our Program
   Our Esthetics Diploma Program is designed to ensure students obtain the knowledge and practical skills necessary to function effectively as a Esthetician. The course provides students with information they will need to There are many employment options available to
Estheticians today. Careful preparation for your
licensing exam and a good understanding of the job
requirements will give the confidence you need to
pass the licensure exam as well as learn the most contemporary techniques to ensure success on the job. Our program includes 47 weeks of instruction. excel at interviews and become gainfully employed.
Enroll in our Esthetics Diploma Program today!
 Professional
Development
 Salon Ecology
 General Anatomy
and Physiology
 Electricity
 Chemistry
 Career Planning and
Salon Business
 Skin Sciences & Skin
Care
 Esthetics Preparation
 Face and Body
Treatments
 Hair Removal
 Nail Sciences
 Makeup Artistry
new opportunities appear
every day. The number of
people who frequent
beauty salons and spas
and the amount of money
spent on beauty services
are constantly increasing.
If you are innovative and
ambitious, there is no limit
to your potential.
Students receive 1500
hours of theory and
practical training.
Entrance Requirements: > Grade 12 or equivalent 
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Admission essay Interview by staff 100.00 non ‐refundable deposit 3 letters of reference Resume Copy of picture ID Transcript Tuition $9595.00 Includes Books $1873.93 & Training Aids Total $11,468.93 Program Start Date: February 8, 2016 Program End Date: December 30, 2016 The future is yours…..just
waiting for you to succeed!
Hours All Students must obtain a passing grade, minimum of 70% The college is opened Monday in each module to qualify for to Friday 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 graduation. Method of p.m. Classes are held Monday evaluation is as follows: to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.  Theory ‐ Tests/Exams 50%  Clinic – Lab Skills 50% The Victoria Court Hair Salon hours are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. receive 37.5 hours per week of classroom/student salon instruction and, when ready, will be in the Salon one evening per week for an additional 3.5 hours. The Students will have a winter, spring and summer break, statutory holidays and three days of in‐service when there will be no classes. Classes may also be held off‐campus for benefit of Student instruction if necessary. The total course hours will be 1500. Instructors All instructors employed with the Victoria Court Career College are approved by the Department of Education, Private Career Colleges Division, to have the qualifications, education and experience to deliver the training materials in specific subjects. Attendance All Students must not fall below 80% attendance or they may not be permitted to graduate. Instructional Method The methods of instruction connect the theory of Esthetics to the practical, hands on, applications. The features of actual teaching and learning practices are delivered in the classroom, treatment rooms and also during field trips outside of the classroom. Delivery of Instruction can be in any but not limited to the following methods:  Lectures presenting the factual information regarding areas of Esthetics  Lectures with discussion among the Students allowing for clarification of issues and proper procedures  Expert guest speakers from the industry Mondays to Fridays. Students  Group / team directed by the instructor, allowing for full participation of all the Students  Audio/visual delivery through DVD, CD, overhead projector  PowerPoint presentations, overheads, videos, and audiotapes  Three training rooms will be provided to the instructor to set the stage with life imitating scenarios  Students will study the underlying principles and requirements for providing excellent service in a full salon or spa setting  Field visits to Salons, Spas, Hair Shows and any other learning opportunity that the instructor deems productive will be scheduled throughout the course Pass Mark Professional Development Anatomy and Physiology Chapter 2, 3, and 4 presents Chapter 6 provides three main concepts: healthy fundamental knowledge of body and mind, effective anatomy and physiology that communication and human is necessary to enhance the relations. This chapter quality of hair, nail and skin provides fundamental care services offered. The guidelines for lifelong major goals of this chapter are professional development and to understand building blocks begins to lay the foundation of the human body and to for the consultation process understand basic body between client and esthetician. systems. The major goals of this chapter are to establish Electricity routines to maintain a healthy Chapter 8 presents two main body and mind, to be able to concepts: principles of explain the elements of electricity and electricity in effective communication and cosmetology. This chapter to help develop and maintain provides fundamental positive human relations. guidelines for the safe use of Infection Control – Principals and Practices electricity when using appliances and performing cosmetology services. The scale and chemistry in cosmetics. Skin Sciences & Skin Care Chapter 10, 11, 12 and 13 presents Physiology and Histology of the Skin, disorders and diseases of the skin, skin analysis, skin care products (chemistry, ingredients & selection). The functions, layers and anatomy of the skin are the foundations estheticians need to learn before caring for the skin. By understanding skin & nail physiology, estheticians can be confident in treating the skin and sharing their knowledge with clients. Part of providing skin care services is understanding how the aging process, sun exposure, hormones and other Chapter 5 serves as the major goals of this chapter are foundation for safe infection principles of electricity and control practices and for the Student to understand procedures that will be used electricity in esthetics. Esthetics Preparation Chemistry Chapter 14 presents the by learners in all aspects of their education and future salon pursuits. The major Chapter 7 presents three main goals of this chapter are to concepts: matter, the pH scale acquire an introduction to and chemistry of cosmetics. microbiology, learn about This chapter provides infection control, types of fundamental guidelines for disinfectants and use, using a variety of products Universal standard and providing chemical precautions and how to safely services safely. The major clean and disinfect salon and goals of this chapter are to spa tools and implements. understand: matter, the pH influencing factors affect the skin health and appearance. treatment room, understanding the components of creating a professional atmosphere, the equipment and supplies needed for treatment, prepare and set up the treatment room for services, properly clean and disinfect the treatment room. Facial Treatments, Spa Body frequency machine, explain Proper and safe use and Treatments & Relaxation how the spray machine is handling of supplies. Natural Massage used and make informed nail services. Artificial nail decisions when purchasing services, nail enhancements, equipment. UV gels. Client consultations. Hair Removal Make‐up Artistry Chapter 18 presents Hair Procedures and Draping. Removal. Understanding the Proper and Safe use of morphology of hair and the equipment, tools, implements hair growth cycle, describe and the handling of supplies. the methods of permanent Facial Anatomy & Physiology, and temporary hair removal, color theory, facial shapes and identify different hair removal features. Makeup products & equipment, tools and techniques. Make‐up accessories. Name the application for every day, contraindications for hair special events, make‐up for removal. Provide a thorough men, teens and aging skin. Chapter 15 presents the benefits of a facial treatment, the facial procedures set up, key elements of the basic facial treatment, understanding the needs for dry, dehydrated, mature, sensitive and oily skin. Acne facials and home care for clients, men’s skin care and treatments, understanding the step by step facial treatment and understanding extraction methods. Chapter 16 presents facial client consultation before hair massage. It is important to removal. Safely perform basic know the physiological and face and body waxing psychological benefits of techniques. Eyebrow massage, knowing the proper tweezing preparation and Chapter 21 Qualities that are techniques and the procedure, eyebrow waxing needed to be successful in a contraindications for massage with soft wax, lip, chin, service profession. This is important for client safety. waxing with hard wax, leg applies to the job search, waxing, underarm waxing professional relationships, with hard wax, bikini waxing salon ownership and salon with hard wax and men’s retailing. This chapter waxing. provides fundamental Chapter 17 presents facial machines. Identify the basic concepts of electrotherapy, contraindications for Salon Business guidelines for selecting the machines, understanding the Nail Sciences – Nail Care and right salon/spa and hot towel cabinet, use and Nail Technology knowledge of salon/spa maintain the magnifying lamp, brush machine, safety use and maintain the steamer, explain how the vacuum machine is used, understand how galvanic machines are used, be familiar with high‐
Anatomy of the hand and foot. Nail physiology, structure and growth, nail disorders and diseases. Manicuring, procedures, products and nail care. Pedicuring, procedures, products and nail care. business that will ensure financial rewards and personal and professional growth and development. The major goals of this chapter are to understand: the beauty industry, job search, professional relationships, Occupational Health and salon/spa ownership and Safety salon retailing. Through on‐line and instructor training, the OJT – On the Job Training student will be introduced to Occupational Health and The purpose of the OJT Safety, how to identify and experience is to expose the control hazards, promote a OJT participant to the “real culture of workplace safety. world” working Salon/Spa The students will also learn environment. The goal is for about “your safety rights, the participant to experience responsibilities and N. S. firsthand the expectations of a safety law,” WHMIS, first aid, Salon/Spa Owner/ Manager emergency and fire safety. and understand the comprehensive skills required to become a successful Esthetician in today’s competitive work force. Labs  Guest speakers  Workbook  Cosmetology show days  Seminars  Library / Research  Review  Testing  Field Trip  Manufacturer visits pertaining to the prescribed course of study