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Professional EstheticianBecome an expert in both Skin Care and Cosmetics

The 21st centurybrought about a huge increase in human awareness

of personal beauty and body care. Demand for

qualified professionals in these fields is at an all time

high and still growing. A Versailles Academy

diploma will qualify you to practice skin care

on the face and body, and will allow you to

confidently enter the esthetic profession.

SPECIALTY MAKE-UPColour Photo • Wedding • TV, Film and Video • Mature Skin • Black and White Photo • Global Make-Up Styles • Men’s Make-Up • Camouflage Make-Up • Runway Make-Up • Personal Portfolio Development.

DEPILATIONHair Removal for Face and Body • Strip and hard-wax removal techniques for face and body • Eyebrow shaping and tweezing • Demo of Sugaring method.

INTRODUCTION TO MEDICAL FACIAL AND SKIN CARE THERAPYKnowledge of Medical Terminology • Demo of Chemical Peels, Micro Dermabrasion and IPL Intense Pulsed Light Procedures.

BODY THERAPYBack Massage for Relaxation • Body Polish • Back Treatment • Bust Treatment • Full Body Massage • Scalp Massage • Treatment of Cellulite • Hot Stone Massage • Body Wraps.

SPA MANAGEMENTSelect and Recommend Merchandising based on Spa Design • Apply Marketing Techniques for sale of Salon Products and Services • Build Communication Skills • Analyze Current Spa Trends and Management • Small Business Practices • Customer Relations • Male Market • Resume and Job Interview Skills • Business Skills • How to Start Your Own Business • Social Media Marketing.

GUEST SPEAKERS – MENTORSGuest speakers include experts in the beauty trade and its related fields, medical specialists and technical reps from various skin care lines along with Owners and Managers of Spas.

JOB CONNECT PROGRAMOn-going Job Search assistance following graduation includes employer introductions and interviews plus our constantly up-dated in-school Job Board. Numerous Salon and Spa owners are continuously recruiting our graduates.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTPersonality Development • Poise and Posture • Ethics • Hygiene • Nutrition • History and Career Opportunities in Cosmetics • Sterilization and Sanitation.

FACIAL TECHNIQUESBasic Knowledge of Anatomy • Basic Facial Techniques • Skin Analysis • Knowledge of the Many Treatments Suitable to Skin Type • Jacquet Massage • Facial Equipment • Decollette and Facial Massage • Knowledge of Products and their Application • Ampoule and Vial Techniques.

ADVANCED FACIAL TECHNIQUESUse of Galvanic and High Frequency • Eye Treatment • Eyelash and Eyebrow Tint • Manual and Mechanical Lymphatic Drainage • Aromatherapy and Uses of Essential Oils • Neck Treatment • Men’s Skin Care • Enhanced Facial Peel.

MANICUREAnatomy of the Nail • Nail Disorders and Diseases • Classic Manicure Procedure • Men’s Manicure • French Manicure • Hand Treatment • Paraffin Wax Treatment • Spa Manicure • Hot Stone Massage • Gel Polish Application.

PEDICUREAnatomy of the Foot • Common Foot Problems • Pedicure Procedure • Paraffin Wax Treatment • Spa Pedicure • Hot Stone Massage • Men’s Pedicure.

MAKE-UP ARTISTRYBasic Make-Up • Day Make-Up • Evening Make-Up

CORRECTIVE MAKE-UPColour Draping • Colour Theory • Facial Balance • Corrective Highlight and Contour.

ADVANCED SPECIAL EFFECTS MAKE-UPHistory • Aging • Injuries • Fantasy • Film Icon Make-Up.

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Academy of Make-up Arts • Esthetics • Hair

Professional Medical EstheticianLearn the fastest-growing and most in-demand Medical Esthetic skills

SPECIALTY MAKE-UPColour Photo • Wedding • TV, Film and Video • Mature Skin • Black and White Photo • Global Make-Up Styles • Men’s Make-Up • Camouflage Make-Up • Runway Make-Up • Personal Portfolio Development.

DEPILATIONHair Removal for Face and Body • Strip and hard-wax removal techniques for face and body • Eyebrow shaping and tweezing • Demo of Sugaring method.

MEDICAL FACIAL AND SKIN CARE THERAPYMicrodermabrasion • Chemical Peels • Enzyme and Peel Alternatives • LED Light Therapy • Micro Current • Ultrasound Technology • Advanced Skin Care Products • Sun Protection Products • Pre and Post Treatment Care • Post-Treatment Mineral Make-Up • Medical Terminology for Fillers and Injectables • Demo of IPL Intense Pulsed Light Procedures.

BODY THERAPYBack Massage for Relaxation • Body Polish • Back Treatment • Bust Treatment • Full Body Massage • Scalp Massage • Treatment of Cellulite • Hot Stone Massage • Body Wraps.

SPA MANAGEMENTSelect and Recommend Merchandising based on Spa Design • Apply Marketing Techniques for sale of Salon Products and Services • Build Communication Skills • Analyze Current Spa Trends and Management • Small Business Practices • Customer Relations • Male Market • Resume and Job Interview Skills • Business Skills • How to Start Your Own Business • Social Media Marketing.

GUEST SPEAKERS – MENTORSGuest speakers include experts in the beauty trade and its related fields, medical specialists and technical reps from various skin care lines along with Owners and Managers of Spas.

JOB CONNECT PROGRAMOn-going Job Search assistance following graduation includes employer introductions and interviews plus our constantly up-dated in-school Job Board. Numerous Salon and Spa owners are continuously recruiting our graduates.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTPersonality Development • Poise and Posture • Ethics • Hygiene • Nutrition • History and Career Opportunities in Cosmetics • Sterilization and Sanitation.

FACIAL TECHNIQUESBasic Knowledge of Anatomy • Basic Facial Techniques • Skin Analysis • Knowledge of the Many Treatments Suitable to Skin Type • Jacquet Massage • Facial Equipment • Decollette and Facial Massage • Knowledge of Products and their Application • Ampoule and Vial Techniques.

ADVANCED FACIAL TECHNIQUESUse of Galvanic and High Frequency • Eye Treatment • Eyelash and Eyebrow Tint • Manual and Mechanical Lymphatic Drainage • Aromatherapy and Uses of Essential Oils • Neck Treatment • Men’s Skin Care • Enhanced Facial Peel.

MANICUREAnatomy of the Nail • Nail Disorders and Diseases • Classic Manicure Procedure • Men’s Manicure • French Manicure • Hand Treatment • Paraffin Wax Treatment • Spa Manicure • Hot Stone Massage • Gel Polish Application.

PEDICUREAnatomy of the Foot • Common Foot Problems • Pedicure Procedure • Paraffin Wax Treatment • Spa Pedicure • Hot Stone Massage • Men’s Pedicure.

MAKE-UP ARTISTRYBasic Make-Up • Day Make-Up • Evening Make-Up

CORRECTIVE MAKE-UPColour Draping • Colour Theory • Facial Balance • Corrective Highlight and Contour.

ADVANCED SPECIAL EFFECTS MAKE-UPHistory • Aging • Injuries • Fantasy • Film Icon Make-Up.

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Academy of Make-up Arts • Esthetics • Hair

ETHICS, REGULATION AND POLICYProfessional Ethics • OHSA and WHMIS Regulations, MSDS Information and Manufacturers Safe Use Specifications • Respecting Clients, Colleagues and others without discrimination • Apply Ethical Practices to all Professional Relationships

HEALTH AND SAFETYOHSA, WHMIS, MSDS Regulations and Manufacturers Safe Use Specifications • Bacteria and Viruses • Sanitization, Disinfection, Infection Control and Material Disposal • Emergency Situations and Safety Equipment • Electrical Safety • Hygiene, Health and Well Being • Proper Body Posture and Positioning • Operation and Maintenance of Equipment

ENTREPRENEURIAL SKILLSFundamentals • Roles and Responsibilities • Customer Service • Marketing, Promotion and Sales Strategies • Features, Advantages and Benefits of Products/Services • Communication Skills • Conflict Resolution • Time Management and Organizational Skills

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTProfessional Image • Career Goals and Success Strategies • Professional Competence and Skill Development • Assessment and Feedback • Time Management • Reproducing Current Trends

CLIENT SERVICEClient Consultation • Knowledge of Anatomy • Properties of Hair & Scalp

PREPARATORY PROCEDURES / TREATMENTSAnalyse Types, Conditions and Disorders of Hair and Scalp • Preliminary Services • Scalp Massage • Recommendation of Products and Services

CUTTING HAIRElevations and Angles • Stationary and Travelling Guides • Non-Ele-vated and Elevated Cuts • Detailing and Texturing • Clipper and Razor

Cuts • Tapers • Fades • Flat Tops • Blunt Cuts • Layered Cuts • Bob Cuts • Trimming Facial and Superficial Hair

STYLING HAIRElements of Design • Styling with Blow Dryers, Brush, Finger Method/Wave, Diffuser, Hood Dryer, Rollers, Pincurl and Braiding • Thermal Set with Blow Dryers, Hood Dryers, Curling Irons, Flat Irons and Rollers • Formal Styling

PERMANENT WAVESEffect of Permanent Wave • Solution, Tools and Application Method • Procedural Steps

CHEMICALLY RELAXINGEffect of Chemical Texture Process • Preparatory Steps • Products, Tools and Application • Procedural Steps

COLOURING AND LIGHTENINGPrinciples and Inter-Relationship between Colours • Composition and Chemical Action of Products • Decolourization • Influence of Pigmentation • Retouch Application • Virgin Hair • Corrective Services • Double Process • Highlights and Lowlights

HAIR ADDITIONSVarious Fibre Types • Fitting and Application of Hair Additions • Procedural Steps for Colour Hair Additions • Cutting and Blending Hair Additions • Maintenance and Home Care * Maintaining Integrity of Natural Hair

IN-SCHOOL COMPETITIONSIn-School Competitions for both ‘Artistic Updo’s’ and ‘Colour & Cut’. Judged by industry professionals.

GUEST SPEAKERSGuest speakers and mentors include experts in the beauty trade, nutrition and fitness, medical specialists, salon and spa owners and technical reps from various hair care lines.

JOB CONNECT PROGRAMOn-going Job Search assistance following graduation includes employer introductions and interviews, our constantly up-dated in-school Job Board and our online Employment Opportunities Career Search. Numerous Salon and Spa owners are continuously scouting our graduates.

Professional Hairstylist

Our GoalVersailles Academy offers a Hairstyling program

with one clear goal - individualized, cutting edge

training directed at quick, successful access to

the job market.

Our students are considered our clients.

Their success in the workforce is a direct

reflection of our success as educators.

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Professional GrowthAt Versailles Academy, we offer students endless

opportunities for growth. Whether you’re currently

working in the industry or just looking to try your

hand at something new, there’s a course for you.

Many courses are offered in the evening, and

students benefit from the personal attention

allowed by smaller class sizes.

Part-Time ProgramsTake a refresher, or try something new!Make-Up ArtistryThis accelerated program is taught in a small group format in the evenings.The course emphasizes technique and practical application while providing an excellent foundation for the Make-Up Artistry industry. Students are encouraged to create their personal portfolio showcasing their work during the program.Curriculum: Skin Cleansing, Brow Shaping, Sanitation and Health Regulations, Basic Day Make-Up, Evening Make-Up, Glamour Make-Up, Smokey Eye Styles, Corrective Make-Up, Colour Photo Make-Up, Black and White Photo Make-Up, Wedding Make-Up, TV/Video/Film Make-Up for Men and Women, Mature Make-Up, Runway Make-Up, Fantasy Make-Up, Global and Multi Cultural Make-Up.33 hours

Advanced Special Effects Make-UpExpand your personal portfolio with this excellent introduc-tion into the world of SFX make-up used in photo, film and theatre. A variety of topics is covered and can be customized to your interests such as Injury Simulation, Bullet Wounds, Bruising, Lacerations, Scars, Gore, Burns, Monsters, Zombies, Witches, Animals, Film Icons from past and current decades, Hair and Wig Placement.15 hours

Facial TechniquesThis in-depth program features the recognized Versailles Academy facial technique. Students will learn the twelve skin cleansing manipulations, face - neck - shoulder - scalp

massage and different customizable facial treatments for men and wom-

en of all ages. A study of the Histology

of the Skin, Skin Types, Ingredient and Product information will be covered. Practical experience with facial equipment such as high frequency, vac and jet spray, steamer and mag lamp is taught during the program. Models are provided throughout the course for practical experience.39 hours

Advanced Facial TechniquesThis advanced skin care program will allow you to expand your services and knowledge. Students will learn how to perform Eye and Neck Treatments, Serum Facials, Galvanic Facials with Iontoderm and Ultraderm machines, Lymphatic Drainage, Accupressure Massage, Advanced Facials using Occlusive Masks, Aromatherapy and Essential Oils. Models are provided throughout the course for practical experi-ence.15 hours Pre-requisite: Facial Technique Program.

Medical Facial and Skin Care TherapyLearn the skills and treatments required to work in a medi-cal setting, including medi-spas, skin clinics and dermatolo-gy offices. This program will train students how to perform medical esthetic services using the latest technology in products and equipment. These services will target acne and acne scarring, rosacea, fine lines, aging skin, pigmen-tation, sun damage, stretch marks, pregnancy mask and help tighten and brighten the skin. Curriculum includes: Microdermabrasion, Chemical Peels, Enzyme and Peel Alternatives, LED Light Therapy, Micro Current, Ultra Sound Technology, Non Surgical Face Lifting, Advanced Skin Care Products, Sun Protection Products, Pre and Post Treatment Care, Client Consultation, Post Treatment Mineral Make-Up, Medical Terminology for Fillers and Injectables.39 hours Pre-requisite: Facial Technique Program or Professional Esthetician Program.

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IPL Intense Pulsed Light TherapyStudents will receive education and training in one of the fastest-growing and highest demand clinical services. Using state-of-the-art technology, students will learn how to treat unwanted face and body hair for permanent hair reduction. This technology is also used for Photo Facial Skin Rejuvenation targeting unwanted pigment, sun damage, fine lines, thread veins, acne and blemishes.21 hours Pre-requisite: Facial Technique Program or Professional Esthetician Program.

Manicure Learn the timeless art of Manicuring. Topics covered include Hand and Nail Diseases, Nail Shapes and Trends, Sanitation and Health Regulations, Classic Manicure, French Manicure, Spa Manicure with Paraffin Wax, Men’s Manicure, Hand and Arm Treatment, Hand and Arm Massage, Hot Stone Massage. Models are pro-vided throughout the course for practical experience.15 hours

PedicureOne of the most in-demand skill sets in a spa is Pedicur-ing. Topics include Foot Diseases, Sanitation and Health Regulations, Anatomy of the Foot, Classic Pedicure, French Pedicure, Spa Pedicure with Paraffin Wax, Men’s Pedicure, Foot and Leg Massage, Hot Stone Massage. Models are provided throughout the course for practi-cal experience.15 hours

Gel Nail TechniquesA detailed study in the art of workable and wearable artificial nails. Students will learn how to sculpt, en-hance and extend nails. Practical experience using gel, shellac, forms, tips and creative fun with nail art is all included. Models are provided throughout the course for practical experience.15 hours Pre-requisite: Manicure Program.

Back and Body MassageThis program teaches the student complete head to toe massage for relaxation. Swedish massage technique for scalp, neck, shoulder, back, arms, legs, hands and feet. Students will learn how to incorporate Hot Stones and Essential Oils to their massage. Models are provided throughout the course for practical experience.15 hours

Back and Body TreatmentsSpecialty back and full body treatments to promote de-toxification, sense of well-being, improved circulation and skin texture. Students will learn how to perform Back Cleansing Treatments, Body Polish with Sea Salt Glow Treatments, Mud and Algae Wrap Treatments and Firming Bust Treatments. Models are provided through-out the course for practical experience.15 hours

DepilationThis in depth program teaches techniques for the removal of unwanted hair on the face and body. The curriculum includes: Theory on Hair Growth Stages and Cycles, Sanitation and Health Regulations, Pre and Post Care, Practical experience using soft wax and hard wax, with and without strips. Models are provided throughout the course for practical experience.15 hours

SugaringThis ancient middle-eastern method of hair removal is an alternative and compliment to traditional waxing methods. Using a natural paste of sugar, water and lemon juice, hair is effortlessly removed from the face and body. The curriculum includes: Theory on Hair Growth Stages and Cycles, Sanitation and Health Regulations, Pre and Post Care, Practical experience using firm and regular sugar pastes. Models are provided through-out the course for practical experience.15 hours

Private Hairstyling Individual ProgramsWhether you’re a Professional Hairstylist and need an update in your training or you simply love hair and want to pursue it as a hobby, we have several different programs available to be customized for your needs. Choose from the following suggested topics: Glamour Hair Styling and Updos, Men’s Barbering Techniques, Basic Hair Cutting, Advanced Hair Cutting, Basic Hair Colouring, Advanced Hair Colouring.15 hours each topic

A Versailles Part-Time Program is a great place

to start!

www.versaillesacademy.com1930 Bank Street, Unit 1, Ottawa, ON K1V 7Z8 • 613-521-4155

For course start dates, please enquire with Director of Admissions.

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