Advanced Skin Care Specialist Diploma Program in Mississauga/Etobicoke
International Beauty Institute is proud to deliver a well-rounded professional diploma program in the field of Advanced Skin Care taught at our Mississauga campus. This comprehensive program is designed for individuals who wish to begin a career in a spa, medical spa, plastic surgery clinic, dermatologist’s office or home-based business.
The program objective is to provide individuals with the knowledge of advanced skin care treatments found in a medical spa.
Students will learn advanced therapies such as:
- Microdermabrasion
- Chemical peels
- Acne treatments
- Dermaplaning
- Hydrafacials
- Microneedling
- Other medical aesthetic therapies and modalities*
*used in the medical spa environment
Students will have proficient knowledge of various medical-grade skin care lines and product ingredients upon completion.
Students will also gain in-depth practical application of client consultations, sanitization and sterilization practices according to the Ministry of Health as well as professionalism in the workplace.
Prerequisites for Advanced Skin care specialist Diploma
- Personal interview to determine goals and suitability
- Grade 12 graduate or mature student status
- Advanced Academic Standing
Advanced skin care specialist Program Modules
Learn how to identify and treat various skin concerns with an emphasis on cosmeceutical and medical-grade product lines. Using Dermo28’s skincare line, you will learn the skills to treat all skin types with traditional and advanced facial treatments. A strong emphasis is placed on practical training.
- Proper client selection
- Consultations for medi-facials
- Classic facial
- Advanced facial
- Facial with high frequency
- Extraction and implements
- Skin analysis
- Client charting and consultations
- Ingredients and product knowledge
- Natural and organic skin care
- Advanced skin care modalities
- Adult acne treatments
- Advanced exfoliation techniques
- Wound healing and advanced skin care theory
- Medical-spa terminology
Chemical Peels treat acne, acne scarring, fine lines, wrinkles, uneven skin tone, and dryness. Using Dermo28’s skincare line, you will learn to treat all skin types with peels of different intensities.
- Client consultations
- Pre and post-care instructions
- Skin typing
- Intro to chemical methods of exfoliation
- Hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation
- Chemical peel protocols
- Practical application of glycolic, lactic, and salicylic peels
- TCA peels
- Benefits of a chemical peel
- Proper handling of client records
- Indications and contraindications
Microdermabrasion uses an applicator with an abrasive surface to gently exfoliate the outer layer of the skin. This treatment rejuvenates the skin while targeting sun damage, fine lines, wrinkles, age spots, acne scarring, melasma, and other skin-related conditions.
- Client consultations
- Pre and post-care instructions
- Skin typing
- Introduction to mechanical methods of exfoliation
- Hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation
- Technologies in medical clinics
- Proper handling of client records
- Indications and contraindications
- License and insurance
- Introduction to micro-needling
- Benefits of Hydradermabrasion
- Different handpieces and their functions such as Oxygen and Radiofrequency
- Indications and contraindications
- Pre-treatment care
- Homecare
- Treatment intervals
- Treatment results
- Sterilization
- Client consent forms
- Treatment protocol
- Instructor demonstration
- Practice on a client under instructor supervision (model required)
- Benefits of dermaplaning
- Indications and contraindications
- Pre-treatment care
- Homecare
- Treatment interval
- Sterilization
- Treatment prices
- Client consent forms
- Treatment protocol
- Instructor demonstration
- Student application (model required)
- Microneedling overview
- Sanitation and safety
- Depth of needling for different skin conditions
- Frequency of treatments
- Indication and contraindications
- Client consultations
- Pre and post-treatment protocols
- Home care
- Live demo by the instructor
- Practical treatment on a client (model required)
- Learn to open your own storefront or home-based medi-spa business
- Introduction to small business finance
- Rules, regulations, and proper insurance coverage
- Sales and revenue-generating techniques
- How to register a business online: business names and HST requirements
- Setting up your business with product and equipment
Advanced Skin CAre Specialist Program Length
| Module | Hours | |
| Skin Care | 120 hrs | |
| Chemical Peels & Microdermabrasion | 120 hrs | |
| Hydradermabrasion, Dermaplaning, Microneedling, Business | 30 hrs | Total | 270 hrs (9 weeks) |
Full Time and Part Time schedules are available
ADVANCED SKIN CARE SPECIALIST Diploma Requirements
To achieve an Advanced Skin Care Specialist Diploma from the International Beauty Institute, a student must obtain a minimum overall average of 70%, with no grade less than 60% in any theoretical or practical examination.
ADVANCED SKIN CARE SPECIALIST Program Cost in Mississauga
For program cost inquiries, please fill out an application. An International Beauty Institute admissions advisor will contact you about the next steps in your enrollment!
Register Now
Ready to start your career? Register online! Have questions? Contact our Mississauga campus at (905) 624-2700.
Students enrolled in Advanced Skin Care Specialist Diploma Full Time may be eligible, if qualified, for loans, grants, or awards granted under the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP). Contact the Mississauga campus for more details.
Career Opportunities in Mississauga with an ADVANCED SKIN CARE SPECIALIST Diploma
- Dermatology clinics
- Skin care facilities
- Aesthetic laser clinics
- Medical spas
- Plastic surgeons’ offices
- Physicians’ offices
- Day spas
- Wellness centers
- Destination spas
- Skin care line representative
- Equipment representative
- Entrepreneur
Potential Salary for Graduates in Mississauga
Spa: Starting salary of $45,000-70,000
Entrepreneur: Salary options are endless depending on services offered
Mississauga Campus Location
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Why International Beauty Institute?
Our advanced curriculum will help you prepare for any career in the ever-evolving aesthetic industry, adhering to the highest global standards. Always on the pulse of change and innovation, our staff is committed to giving you a well-rounded education to guide you to your dream job!
- Learn with the most modern technologies available.
- Use the most advanced skin care and make-up products on the market.
- Develop the most skilled techniques through in-depth programs that provide “real-life” training.
- Perfect your craft alongside experienced instructors in small class sizes.
Currently service Mississauga, Toronto, North York, Etobicoke, Hamilton, Oakville, Burlington, Niagara, and surrounding areas.
Our Team
International Beauty Institute Instructors are spa owners, employees, and entrepreneurs with hands-on industry experience.
