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Updated: 2024-04-24 10:35:47

Esthetician – Spa Management

Graduate with your Esthetician diploma in just three semesters - ready to start your career providing esthetic services in a creative, exciting and fast-growing field.

Program Information

Start Date

September 03, 2024

Domestic Availability

Accepting Applications

International Availability

Accepting Applications

Program Code

EST

Delivery

In Person

Credential

Ontario College Diploma

Program Contact

Tracy Partridge

Program Coordinator

Domestic Tuition

$2929.73 per semester*

International Tuition

$8995.56 per semester*

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January 06, 2025

Domestic Availability

Accepting Applications

International Availability

Accepting Applications

Program Code

EST

Delivery

In Person

Credential

Ontario College Diploma

Program Contact

Tracy Partridge

Program Coordinator

Domestic Tuition

$2929.73 per semester*

International Tuition

$8995.56 per semester*

*Domestic tuition amounts shown are from the 2024-2025 academic year and are subject to change.

*International tuition amounts shown are from the 2024-2025 academic year and are subject to change.

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May 05, 2025

Domestic Availability

Accepting Applications

International Availability

Accepting Applications

Program Code

EST

Delivery

In Person

Credential

Ontario College Diploma

Program Contact

Tracy Partridge

Program Coordinator

Domestic Tuition

$2929.73 per semester*

International Tuition

$8995.56 per semester*

*Domestic tuition amounts shown are from the 2024-2025 academic year and are subject to change.

*International tuition amounts shown are from the 2024-2025 academic year and are subject to change.

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September 02, 2025

Domestic Availability

Coming Soon

International Availability

Coming Soon

Program Code

EST

Delivery

In Person

Credential

Ontario College Diploma

Program Contact

Tracy Partridge

Program Coordinator

Domestic Tuition

$2929.73 per semester*

International Tuition

$8995.56 per semester*

*Domestic tuition amounts shown are from the 2024-2025 academic year and are subject to change.

*International tuition amounts shown are from the 2024-2025 academic year and are subject to change.

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Canadian Students

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January 05, 2026

Domestic Availability

Coming Soon

International Availability

Coming Soon

Program Code

EST

Delivery

In Person

Credential

Ontario College Diploma

Program Contact

Tracy Partridge

Program Coordinator

Domestic Tuition

$2929.73 per semester*

International Tuition

$8995.56 per semester*

*Domestic tuition amounts shown are from the 2024-2025 academic year and are subject to change.

*International tuition amounts shown are from the 2024-2025 academic year and are subject to change.

Apply Now

Canadian Students

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Join the booming beauty and wellness industry with this well-rounded, fast-track program. You will learn how to provide a range of treatments, including :

  • Manicures,
  • Pedicures,
  • Skincare,
  • Body treatments, and
  • Waxing techniques and
  • Introductory Medical Esthetics, Oncology Esthetics and Holistic Wellness Esthetics.

You will also gain skills in Spa Management that include:

  • Marketing and Social Media
  • Retail sales
  • Spa Planning
  • Entrepreneurship

We have design the program to includes:

  • Aromatherapy Learn the art and science of Essential Oils using our award winning, ethically produced European Aromatherapy skin care line.
  • Three Advanced professional products lines: Aromatherapy, Medical and Acne.
  • Only Holistic and vegan products for hand and foot care .

Fleming’s Esthetican and Spa Management program has an excellent reputation in the beauty and wellness industry. Students choose this program because it offers:

  • A fast-track to your career: 3 consecutive semesters with start dates every semester
  • Small class sizes
  • On-campus spa for hands-on learning
  • About 200 hours of experiential learning with clients
  • Field to trips that include Ste. Anne’s Spa and The Grail Springs Spa
  • Hydrotherapy training session at Ste. Anne's Spa

Our state-of-the-art learning labs set us apart. These include:

Manicure/Pedicure Lab:

  • 6 Pedicure thrones
  • 12 Manicure tables
  • Hot towel cabinets
  • Full line of LCN nail polish
  • Full line of Magic Gel gel polish

Facial and Body Treatment Lab:

  • Your own sink, hot towel cabinet, fully stocked linens and products at each station
  • Privacy curtains
  • Retail display area to practice sales skills
  • A variety of facial machines and equipment, including:
    • Microdermabrasion
    • High frequency
    • Galvanic
    • Steamers
    • Hydrobrasion (Medical)
    • OxyGeneo (Medical)
    • LED lights

You will be well-prepared and in demand when you graduate.

  • Your entire placement takes place in our state-of-the-art spa.
  • You will have about 200 hours of experiential learning with clients in Semester 2 and 3
  • Integrated into your experience are spa management retail sales skills to boost your earning potential

Success in this career requires these skills and traits:

  • Passion for beauty and wellness
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Team player
  • Conscientious
  • Compassionate and caring

You will be joining one of the fastest-growing industries world-wide. Our excellent reputation means that demand for our students is very strong.

You may find work in:

  • Day spas
  • Destination spas
  • Hotel and resort spas
  • Cruise ships
  • Hair and nail salons
  • Medical Spas
  • Holistic and Wellness spas
  • Professional product line sales and education
  • Or your own business

Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3 Semester 4
Textbook Cost $30.00
Kit Cost $980.00 $475.00 $360.00
Field Placement expenses
Uniforms/program shirts $164.00
Professional Exam Cost
NARS Cost Police Check $50
Portfolio Builders

The Indigenous Perspectives Designation (IPD) is an option available to students in this program. To qualify for an IPD, you must take and successfully complete a series of required Indigenous Studies courses as well as participate in a minimum of four approved co-curricular Indigenous events or experiences. Your transcript will indicate the IPD upon graduation, a designation that provides you with a comprehensive understanding of Indigenous cultures, histories, traditions, and contributions to our shared society within the context of your program of study. The IPD provides a valuable skill set sought after in today's employment sector.

  • Perform a variety of specialized body and skin care treatments following correct procedures and precautions and supporting client needs (including and not limited to facials, manicures, pedicures, hair removal, and make up applications).
  • use a range of specialized equipment and products, in compliance with established national, provincial, industry, and other related standards, regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Apply relevant knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and histology to the provision of specialized esthetic treatments and services.
  • Adhere to health, safety, sanitation, and infection and prevention control guidelines, according to current legislation and national, provincial, municipal, and industry standards and regulations.
  • Identify business skills and activities required for the successful establishment and operation of a small esthetic business in a salon or spa environment.
  • Select and recommend the use of esthetic products and product ingredients to clients, taking into account health status and identified needs.
  • Establish and maintain professional relationships in adherence to standards and ethics associated with the profession.
  • Develop customer service strategies that meet and adapt to individual needs and expectations in accordance with professional standards and ethics.
  • Determine professional development strategies that lead to the enhancement of work performance and career opportunities and keep pace with industry change.
  • Create a comprehensive business plan to open or manage a spa operation that adheres to professional standards and practices
  • Adapt marketing strategies for esthetics small business using marketing concepts and technologies that suit the evolving environment and client needs

Students applying to Esthetician – Spa Management must meet the following requirements:

  • OSSD with majority of credits at the Workplace (E) level including Gr 12 (E)English

Transfer Agreements

You may be able to use credits obtained at Fleming College to continue your postsecondary education in pursuit of a degree. The articulation and credit transfer agreements with our partner institutions are summarized here.

Bachelor of Arts in Educational Studies and Digital Technology
Requirement
  • Minimum mid-70% cumulative program average.
Transfer Credit
  • 60 out of a 120 credit degree.
  • Refer to ONTransfer.ca for further details.

To apply please see the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC) website.

For more information

Visit the Ontario Tech University website for further articulation and program information.

Visit the ONTransfer.ca website for agreement information.

Bachelor of Commerce
Requirement
  • Minimum mid-70% cumulative program average.
  • Completion of the Ontario Tech Commerce Bridge.
Transfer Credit
  • 45 out of a 120 credit degree.
  • Refer to ONTransfer.ca for further details.

To apply please see the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC) website.

For more information

Visit the Ontario Tech University website for further articulation and program information.

Visit the ONTransfer.ca website for agreement information.

Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies
Requirement
  • Minimum 70% cumulative program average.
Transfer Credit
  • Entry into 4th semester standing in an 8-semester program.

To apply please see the Ontario Colleges website.

For more information

Visit the Seneca College website for further articulation and program information.

Visit the ONTransfer.ca website for agreement information.

See the official articulation agreement.

Bachelor of Arts in Business Studies with Beauty & Spa Management
Requirement
  • Minimum 60% cumulative program average.
  • Completion of required alignment courses.
Transfer Credit
  • Entry into 3rd-year studies of a 4-year program.
  • Refer to the articulation agreement for further details.

To apply please see the Technological University of the Shannon: Midwest's international website.

For more information

Visit the Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest website for further articulation and program information.

See the official articulation agreement.

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