Seneca's Esthetician program has led the field in esthetician training for more than 35 years, preparing graduates for rewarding careers in the beauty and wellness industry.
This two-year diploma combines a comprehensive curriculum with extensive hands-on training in our skincare labs and Evolutions Spa. You will gain a strong foundation in skin care, body treatments, nail care and hair removal while acquiring experience with industry-standard products and technologies. Alongside technical expertise, you will develop essential communication, consultation and client care skills that are key to building lasting professional relationships.
Whether you aspire to work in a luxury spa, wellness centre, destination resort or your own business, this program will equip you with the skills for a successful career in professional esthetics.
Ontario College Diploma
4 Semesters (2 Years)
January, September
This program is offered in Seneca's hybrid delivery format with some courses available in Seneca's flexible delivery format. Some coursework is online and some must be completed in person. Students will need to come on campus to complete in-person learning requirements. For courses offered in the flexible delivery format, professors use innovative learning spaces and technology to teach students in a classroom or lab and broadcast in real time to students attending remotely. In flexible courses, students have the choice of coming on campus or learning online.
| Year | September | January | May |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Break |
| Year 2 | Semester 3 | Semester 4 |
| Year | September | January | May |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
| Year 2 | Semester 3 | Semester 4 |
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:
Seneca’s on-campus esthetic clinic, Evolutions Spa, provides students the opportunity to practice their services while working under the guidance of qualified instructors. You will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience interacting with clients and providing a variety of spa services such as manicures, pedicures, facials and more.
The field placement must be completed in person.
When you graduate from this program, these are the types of career options you can explore:
Using the knowledge, skills and experiences from this program, you may also choose to open your own business as an esthetician or consultant.
| Course Code | Course Name | Weekly Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | ||
| COM101 | Communicating Across Contexts | 3 |
| or COM111 | Communicating Across Contexts (Enriched) | |
| ETC103 | Hand Anatomy - Physiology and Care | 3 |
| ETC104 | Foot Anatomy - Physiology and Care | 4 |
| ETC115 | Skin Care I | 5 |
| ETC120 | Foundations of Skin and Body Science | 3 |
| SPM101 | Spa Customer Service | 3 |
| Semester 2 | ||
| ETB215 | Product Knowledge | 3 |
| ETC205 | Waxing | 4 |
| ETC216 | Skin Care II | 4 |
| SPM108 | Skin Analysis | 3 |
| SPM200 | Evolutions Spa 1 | 5 |
| plus: General Education Course (1) | 3 | |
| Semester 3 | ||
| EST560 | Nutrition and Health | 3 |
| ETC310 | Spa Treatments I | 4 |
| ETC317 | Skin Care III | 4 |
| SPM300 | Evolutions Spa 1 | 5 |
| SPM302 | Spa Business Operations I | 3 |
| plus: General Education Course (1) | 3 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| ETC313 | Make-Up Techniques and Application | 4 |
| ETC418 | Skin Care IV | 4 |
| SPM400 | Evolutions Spa 1 | 5 |
| SPM402 | Spa Business Operations II | 3 |
| WES410 | Wellness and Esthetics | 3 |
| plus: General Education Course (1) | 3 | |
Students have eight clinic hours every other week.
A Standard First Aid Certificate and Medical & Immunization Report are required to graduate from this program.
Notes:
This Seneca program has been validated by the Credential Validation Service as an Ontario College Credential as required by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities.
As a graduate, you will be prepared to reliably demonstrate the ability to:
Canadian citizens and permanent residents may satisfy the English requirements for this program through successful Seneca pre-admission testing.
Recommended upgrading for applicants who do not meet academic subject requirements.
Although not required for admission, completion of a senior biology or exercise science course is recommended for your success in the program.
International admissions requirements vary by program and in addition to English requirements, programs may require credits in mathematics, biology, and chemistry at a level equivalent to Ontario’s curriculum, or a postsecondary degree or diploma, equivalent to an Ontario university or college. Program-specific pre-requisite courses and credentials are listed with the admission requirements on each program page. To review the academic requirements please visit: Academic Requirements - Seneca, Toronto, Canada (senecapolytechnic.ca).
As a leader in academic pathways, we offer a range of options that will allow you to take your credential further in another Seneca program or a program at a partner institution.
To learn more about your eligibility, visit the Academic Pathways web page.
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