Aesthetics and hair removal (DEP+ASP) - Quebec Metiers d'avenir

TRAINING
DESCRIPTION

This esthetics program aims to train people capable of providing beauty treatments according to the needs and requests of the clientele. Estheticians work in beauty salons and salons, health centers, cosmetic surgery centers and for beauty products companies. This job requires artistic skills, good manual dexterity, good personal hygiene and impeccable dress. The hair removal program prepares students for the profession of electrologist and laser hair removal technician. This profession is practiced in hair removal clinics and beauty salons. They can also be self-employed. Their job is to improve physical appearance, alleviate hair problems, relieve physical discomfort, while providing both physical and psychological well-being. It is a profession specialized in aesthetics that is suitable for discreet, empathetic and polite people. A job as an electrologist requires good manual dexterity and attention to detail.

Duration : 1 845 Hours

IMPORTANT: Given IRCC's current mesures regarding the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), it is likely that this training will not be eligible for the PGWP. This situation could change at any time depending on immigration announcements and adjustments.

academic
prerequisites

SCHOLARITY LEVEL : Quebec's Secondary 3rd (France's 3rd) or equivalent
LANGUAGE LEVEL :
The level of language required varies according to the training center chosen.

* The validation of your eligibility will be confirmed by our admissions department once your application has been completed.

JOB
PROSPECTS

Esthetician

Electrolyst

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EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS PROVIDING TRAINING

Académie de beauté Gordon-Robertson
Beaconsfield, Montréal
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DURATION : 18 Months
CLASSES START : Several dates available, availability to be confirmed. (2024-2025)
COSTS : 26 500,00 $*
LANGUAGE : English (B(2))
* Please update your nationality in the general menu
* Costs are subject to change until the letter of admission is issued

DURATION : 18 Months
CLASSES START : May 01 2025
COSTS : 26 500,00 $*
LANGUAGE : English (B(2))
* Please update your nationality in the general menu
* Costs are subject to change until the letter of admission is issued

DURATION : 18 Months
CLASSES START : August 18 2025
COSTS : 26 765,00 $*
LANGUAGE : English (B(2))
* Please update your nationality in the general menu
* Costs are subject to change until the letter of admission is issued

DURATION : 18 Months
CLASSES START : October 01 2025
COSTS : 26 765,00 $*
LANGUAGE : English (B(2))
* Please update your nationality in the general menu
* Costs are subject to change until the letter of admission is issued

DURATION : 18 Months
CLASSES START : February 02 2026
COSTS : 26 765,00 $*
LANGUAGE : English (B(2))
* Please update your nationality in the general menu
* Costs are subject to change until the letter of admission is issued

DURATION : 18 Months
CLASSES START : April 02 2026
COSTS : 26 765,00 $*
LANGUAGE : English (B(2))
* Please update your nationality in the general menu
* Costs are subject to change until the letter of admission is issued

DURATION : 18 Months
CLASSES START : June 01 2026
COSTS : 26 765,00 $*
LANGUAGE : English (B(2))
* Please update your nationality in the general menu
* Costs are subject to change until the letter of admission is issued

Centre de formation professionnelle Compétences Outaouais

Centre de formation professionnelle Compétences Outaouais
Gatineau, Outaouais
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DURATION : 14 Months
CLASSES START : Several dates available, availability to be confirmed. (2025-2026)
COSTS : 29 007,00 $*
LANGUAGE : French (B(2))
* Please update your nationality in the general menu
* Costs are subject to change until the letter of admission is issued

Centre de formation professionnelle de Verdun

Centre de formation professionnelle de Verdun
Montréal, Montréal
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DURATION : 12 Months
CLASSES START : September 15 2025
COSTS : 30 612,00 $*
LANGUAGE : French (B(2))
* Please update your nationality in the general menu
* Costs are subject to change until the letter of admission is issued

DURATION : 16 Months
CLASSES START : March 30 2026
COSTS : 30 612,00 $*
LANGUAGE : French (B(2))
* Please update your nationality in the general menu
* Costs are subject to change until the letter of admission is issued

Legend Welcoming services

Integrating into the community

— Practical tour of the city and help with initial purchases
— Contact with local aid organizations

Reception on arrival

— Reception at airport, bus terminal or train station

Integrating into the school system

— School tour and twinning with another student
— Monthly follow-up with the student

Integrating the family

— Referral to employment agencies for your spouse
— Help with child daycare or school registration
— Information on family social activities

General information and administrative follow-up

— Direct contact with a resource person
— Registration, information and provision of mandatory health insurance card
— Explanation of the Centre’s teaching techniques and operations

Accommodation

— Reserving temporary accommodation prior to arrival
— Help with finding permanent accommodation

Note: Services may vary slightly from one training centre to another.

TRAINING CONTENT

Competency statement

HOURS

Situate yourself in relation to the profession and the training process

Preventing health and safety risks in aesthetics

Make observations relating to the appearance of the skin and its appendages

105

Seeing the client for a skin examination consultation

Perform modeling maneuvers

Perform basic aesthetic treatments

120

Achieve a basic make-up look

105

Inform the customer about cosmetic products

Interact in a professional context

Perform aesthetic treatments for hands and nails

Perform administrative activities

Sell and promote aesthetic care services and products

Achieve elaborate make-up

Wax, sugar paste or other hair removal products

105

Perform aesthetic treatments for the feet and nails

Perform specific care

120

Design and implement aesthetic care programs

Integrating into the workplace

Situate yourself in relation to the profession and the training process

Preventing health and safety risks in hair removal

Make observations on the appearance of the skin, hair growth and the effects of hair removal methods

Carry out a consultation with a view to proposing a hair removal program

Hair removal from different areas of the body by thermolysis

105

Hair removal from different areas of the body by combined currents

Waxing the face and neck areas with electricity

120

Hair removal by photoepilation

120