In this course, students will develop foundational knowledge and skills in skin and body therapy, esthetics, health and wellness, and complementary therapy. The course covers industry‑specific professional health and hygiene practices, an understanding of anatomy and physiology functions and structures, and the theory and practical application related to skin health.
Students will learn to perform customized skin treatments and hand and foot treatments related to specific conditions. Instruction includes the safe and effective performance of epilation, lash, and brow treatments. Students will also learn to communicate with clients regarding contraindications, contra‑actions, and prescriptions.
Emphasis is placed on industry standards and safety protocols to prepare students for success in the salon, spa, and health and wellness industries.
Students are introduced to the learning outcomes from Qualifications Scotland in order to work towards additional unit accreditations for Facial Therapies, Depilation, and Hand, Foot, and Nail Therapies.
Prerequisites
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- Historical Evolution of the Health and Wellness Industry
- Bacteriology, Contraindications, Contra-actions and Safe Practices
- Diseases and Disorders
- Anatomy and Physiology: Structure and Function: Cells & Tissues, integumentary, Osteology, Myology
- Epilation and Trichology
- Consultation, Skin Analysis, and Prescription Consultation and Evaluation
- Natural Eyelash and Eyebrow Enhancements
- Hand, Foot and Nail Treatments
- Customer Service and Advice in a Health and Wellness Setting
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70605 |
September 8, 2026 to December 22, 2026 |
Lecture Online |
Varies | See full schedule | |
| 70606 |
September 3, 2026 to December 19, 2026 |
Online Lecture |
Varies | See full schedule | |
| 70609 |
November 2, 2026 to February 25, 2027 |
Lecture Online |
Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40707 |
January 7, 2027 to April 24, 2027 |
Lecture | Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.