Professional Spa Therapist Diploma Curriculum

Elmcrest College, through its association with the Elmwood Spa and local & international involvement with the spa & wellness industry, understands what it takes to be successful in the esthetics field and incorporates this understanding throughout all training programs.

As a result, the Professional Spa Therapist program is much more then just an esthetics program. In addition to courses that teach proper techniques in manicure/pedicure, facials, waxing and make-up artistry, Elmcrest College teaches advanced modalities such as human anatomy, aromatherapy, relaxation massage and hydrotherapy (mud and body wraps, salt glows). Our unique Introduction to Business course covers career & professional development (communications, résumé writing & interview skills) as well as an introduction to the spa industry. Our Student Clinic gives you practical experience so you're work-ready when you graduate.

In total, the program is 1120 hours in length with 245 hours devoted to student clinic. The program can be taken full-time over a 10-month period (9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) or half-a-day each day over a 12- month period from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Graduates of the Professional Spa Therapist Program may work in vast settings or capacities such as the following:

• day, resort or destination spas
• cruise ships
• private business
• hair salons
• alongside dermatologists/cosmetic surgeons
• as cosmetic sales representatives
• as make-up artists in the performing arts

For more information contact Admissions or book a campus tour. If you are interested in Part-time, Continuing Education or Professional Development courses in Esthetics, click here.