Do you love making people look–and feel–better about themselves? If so, a career in esthetics may be for you. Estheticians give their clients beauty treatments such as facials, waxing, makeup application, and other skin treatments. Some estheticians also offer clients manicures, pedicures, and massage. The beauty industry is on an upswing, and the job outlook for estheticians is very good.

To become an esthetician, you’ll need some education. If you’re thinking about attending esthetic school in the Regina area, you’re in luck! Our area has some of the best schools around for learning how to help people achieve beautiful skin. Here’s a rundown of the five best esthetic schools in Regina, Saskatchewan–and what makes each of them unique.

1. The Style Academy  in Regina

The Style Academy  in Regina offers programs for both full-time and part-time students. The school’s full-time course in Esthetics: Skincare Technician takes about five months, or 700 hours, to complete. Courses in this advanced esthetics Program include both the technical aspects of esthetics and business practices for professional estheticians. Examples of courses include skincare and body treatments, makeup, lash and brow tinting, salon management and operations, and customer service and client retention. Can’t commit to a full-time course? No problem! The school offers the same coursework as modular classes to be completed on your schedule.

The Style Academy also offers a five-month, full-time course in Makeup Artistry and a three-month Nail Technician course.

After completing the program, students can apply for their learner’s license. After completing an apprenticeship, students are eligible for the Journeyperson Esthetics: Skin Care Technician certification.

2. The School of Natural Medical Aesthetics

The School of Natural Medical Aesthetics  in Regina offers something different–a certification in medical aesthetics. While estheticians normally work in salons, practitioners of medical aesthetics often work in a medical environment or medi-spa. This can include plastic surgery offices, dermatologist offices, or any type of doctor’s office. Medical aestheticians help improve patients’ skin under the supervision of a doctor.

The School of Natural Medical Aesthetics offers an intensive six-week program. The first four weeks of the program are completed online, while the last two weeks are spent in a practicum at the school’s medical clinic. After completing the required coursework, you will receive a certificate in Natural Medical Aesthetics.  The School of Natural Medical Aesthetics offers a unique take on medical esthetic training in Regina through incorporation of the latest cutting edge non-invasive technologies in the field of medical esthetics.

3. MC College

MC College, formerly Marvel Beauty Schools, has several campuses throughout Canada and is certainly present in Regina. The school offers an esthetics program with flexible scheduling. They also use a digital learning program called Pivot Point’s “Learn About Beauty”. The program offers hands-on experience in their on-campus spa. If you go full time, the program takes about nine months to complete. Types of courses include medi-spa, dermal and body therapy, nail technology, hair removal, and beauty business.

4. Avant-Garde College

Avant-Garde College  in Regina offers both part-time certificate programs and a full-time diploma program. A part-time, one-day-per-week course can earn you a Skincare Certification in five weeks. They also offer a three-day Advanced Skincare Training for those who are already certified in skincare. Additional part-time certifications are available in hair removal, makeup topics, and nail technician specialties.
Avant-Garde College offers a full-time diploma program in Advanced Esthetics and Nail Technology. This program takes approximately 38 weeks to complete. The program is recognized and partnered with MAC Cosmetics.

5. Elite Hairstyling and Esthetics Training Center

Elite Hairstyling and Esthetics Training Centerlocated 35 minutes from Regina offers hands-on education with small class sizes. Their full-time Elite Esthetics course takes 1450 hours, or 193 full-time days, to complete. The course offers many classes on makeup, facials, manicures and pedicures, anatomy, skin problems, waxing, and professional development.

For those seeking a shorter program, a 1050 hour Skincare Technician program is offered, as well as certificate programs in facials, body treatments, waxing, manicures, pedicures, massage, and lash extensions.

When you become an esthetician, you’ll be entering into a fast-paced, in-demand career. You can feel good knowing your work is helping your clients look and feel their best.

At the School of Natural Medical Aesthetics, we provide students with the skill set and credentials they need to launch a long-term, successful career. Are you interested in completing a 6-week training program that includes an online portion, and hands-on work with real patients and medical aesthetic professionals? If so, learn more about our program!