Career Opportunities

Cosmetic Industry Outlook

The number of people employed in the Aestheticians, Laser Therapist and Related Occupations group has increased sharply in recent years, mainly due to the demand for personal care services. Since this trend is expected to hold, employment in this occupational group should continue to experience strong growth over the next few years.

Trends

Growth of employment in this occupation depends primarily on the economic situation, demographic factors, and the importance people place in physical appearance.

Economic situation
Demand for aesthetics and laser services is highly sensitive to the economic situation. In fact, it is one of the first items to be cut from the household budget when consumer income drops. However, the number of aestheticians and laser therapists remained relatively stable during the recession of the early '90s.

Demographic factors
The ageing population and the higher female labour market participation rate, women being the prime clientele for beauty-related services, greatly stimulated the growth of demand for and employment in aesthetics and laser therapists. The mass arrival of women with well-paying jobs who are in their 50s (and approaching their 60s) will help this trend hold, or even intensify.

Programs:

Advanced Aesthetics, Medical Aesthetics programs consist of the most modern and advanced techniques and experiences available in the aesthetics industry today. Students can learn techniques ranging from Skin Care to Body Care that include Regular and Specialized Facials, Anti-aging Treatment, Crystal Microdermabrasion, Mechanical Diamond Dermabrasion, Non-Surgical Facelifts, Ultrasound and Galvanic Therapy, Laser Therapy and Photo Laser Therapy which includes: Acne treatment, Glycolic Facials, Photo Rejuvenation, Broken Capillaries removal, Electrocoagulation, Electrolysis, and the removal of Pigmentation. Students also learn about Cellulite Treatments, Body Toning, Body Massage, Body Firming, Muscle Development, Body Treatments, Enzyme Body Peels, Back Treatments, Aromatherapy, Professional Make-up Artistry, Electrolysis, Waxing, Manicure, and Pedicure.

After the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities approval, some students are funded by HRSDC, Ontario Social Service (welfare), Newcomer Employment Services and some are self supported.

The studying process is organized in fulltime and part-time formats. Class hours and practical training are conducted in the morning, day time and in the evening. We have an individual approach to everybody.

Since the foundation of the College in 2001 approximately 70 students have graduated. 95% are employed either as an employee or as a self-employed.

The College clinic is the base for practical training. Every client is undergone skin diagnostics with advanced computer diagnostic centre to select the proper treatment. Working one-on-one with clinic clientele gives the students the ability to develop their technical and interpersonal skills. Graduates receive solid technical skills, as well as training in communication, sales skills and artistic excellence. Extensive hands-on experience is a key part of all training programs.

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