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Medical Aesthetics
& Spa Technology

45 WKS F/T (Tues-Fri)

Program Description

2024

Medical Aesthetics + Spa Technology (DIPLOMA) 

(Includes full Spa/Esthetics, Nail Technology, Makeup Artistry, and the addition of Medical Aesthetics)

BC’s MOST COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAM!

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Program Days: Tuesday to Friday (30 hours per week)

Program Time: 8:30am to 4:30pm

Program Breaks: 

Winter: Dec 20 2024 – Jan 2 2025

We are closed all statutory holidays. 

Program Buffer/Sick Days: 10

In BC’s most comprehensive Aesthetics Program, students will learn the fundamentals of skincare, nail care, nail physiology, nail anatomy, manicure, pedicure, all artificial nail sets, skin physiology, infections and diseases, basic facials, electricity, sanitation, infection control, dermaplane facials, microneedling, chemical peels and exfoliants, high frequency facials, microdermabrasion and diamond-tip dermabration,  hydrafacials, hair structure and physiology, hair growth and patterns, hair removal methods such as waxing and sugaring, and permanent removal methods such as  lasers. Advanced procedures, such as LED/ Photon light therapy, IPL laser skin rejuvenation and skin lightening. Body contouring and Radio-Frequency. Teeth Whitening & More!

Program Dates

Upcoming Start Dates:

School schedule is Tuesday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm.

Nov 26, 2024 – Oct 21, 2025

Feb 18, 2025 – Jan 13, 2026

April 29, 2026 – March 31, 2026

July 15, 2025 – June 16, 2026

Sept 23, 2025 – August 21, 2026

Dec 2, 2025 – Oct 30, 2026

Admission Requirements

Please book an appointment for a school tour or send us the following to enroll in our programs.

  • 18 YEARS WITH HIGHSCHOOL TRANSCRIPT OR 19+ MATURE STUDENT
  • English Language requirement via High school transcript (gr.10) or Interior Academy administered test.
  • COPY OF ID REQUIRED (Please include a drivers license, passport or other picture Identification)
  • COMPLETED ENROLLMENT FORM – (Available online)
  • COLORBLINDNESS TEST (In person or via email)
  • $250 REGISTRATION FEE  (Must be accompanied with application)
Program Fees
  • CDN Registration: $250
  • Domestic Tuition Rate: $15,000 CDN 
  • Textbooks: $1040
  • Pro Kits/Supplies/LAB Access/Backbar/Flash Fee’s: $3850 CDN
  • Tax: $589.20

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE:

Career Opportunites

Upon graduation, students will be fully trained and certified with a diploma.

  • Esthetician/Aesthetician in a Spa, Clinic, Care home, or Medical Setting
  • Medical Aesthetician
  • Body Contouring Specialist
  • Laser/IPL Technician
  • Nail Technician
  • Waxing/Hair Removal Technician
  • Facialist/Massage Therapist/Body Therapy Worker
  • Makeup Artist/Cosmetic Retailer
  • Industry Specialist
  • Educator/Instructor/Distributor
  • Spa Manager/ Spa Director/Owner/Entrepreneur
Learning Objectives

Correctly analyze  client’s skin type and recommend treatments and products accordingly. Preform basic facials as well as advanced facial treatments such as dermaplaning, microneedling, chemical peels, high frequency, RF Face and Body treatments,  microdermabrasion/ diamond-tip dermabrasion, hydraderm facials, LED/Photon Light Therapy, and IPL skin rejuvenation photo facials.  Students will also perform oxygen treatments, and services with vacuum pens and skin scrubbers. Students will also be able to preform IPL hair removal treatment services in all areas of the body.  Provide nail enhancement services, and nail treatments and care, basic makeup, and brow and lash services. Students will learn hair removal methods such as waxing and sugaring. 

Program Breakdown

Subject Plan Breakdown – COMING SOON

 

Nail Technology ( 4 weeks classroom + 11 weeks nail practical)

  • Sanitization/Disinfection Control, Foot diseases/disorders diagnosis, Nail Biology and Ecology, Procedure Set-up and Client care. 
  • All Natural Nail Services (Manicure & Pedicure variations and add-ons/substitutions).  Artificial Nails (acrylic/gel/overlay/sculptured/form) sets, UV and regular polish, Nail Art. 

Spa Therapy ( 4 weeks classroom + 11 weeks spa practical)

  • Facials, Acne and Anti-aging advanced facials, Reflexology, Swedish Massage, Hot Stone Massage, Body Treatments, Back Facials, Lash and Brow Tinting, Brow Lamination/Henna, 
  • Organic/Natural Skin Care lines 
  • Hair Removal Methods; Full Body Sugaring and Professional Waxing 

Makeup Artistry (1 week classroom + practical) 

  • Day and Evening, Glamour Makeup with lash application using a mineral based brand. 

Medical Aesthetics (4 weeks classroom/ 1 week clinic) (Advanced) 

  • IPL Laser Skin & Hair Removal, Body Contouring, Hydrafacials, LED/Phototon therapy, Micro-channeling, Dermaplaning and more!
  • Chemical Peels using Glymedical Pharmaceuticals
  • Medical grade treatments using the latest equipment available to aestheticians

 

 

Engage, Empower, & Explore
An Authentic Learning Environment

Medical Aesthetics + Spa Technology is BC’s most comprehensive Med Spa Program! With the smallest class sizes in BC, you can expect a world-class experience. This program includes full nail technology, makeup artistry, as well as facials, massage, full body waxing/lasers/ body sugaring, tinting, IPL/LED/RF, chemical peels, derma-planning, hydro-derm and more.  

(FLAG SHIP PROGRAM*)

Ready To Get Started?

Our Professional Spa Technician Program is now using this skin care and makeup line. It’s a high end line based in the US. They make all our orders fresh. 

Pivot Point LAB (Learn About Beauty)

Interior Academy is using the latest technology to provide education to the connected learner! LAB integrates our students with their curriculum and their instructors in a online learning platform which encourages learning with social media, weblinks, videos, and more.  The academy is the second institution in BC to offer this new online platform to you.

Need Financial Aid?

Getting Started.

Contact the school to set up an appointment for an interview prior to registering for a course. Ensure you bring proof of age (government issued photo ID) and a transcript or proof of education level IF you are under the age of 19. Enrollment contracts, course outlines, and school policies are then reviewed and signed. Students who are under the age of 19 must have a parent or guardian signature on the enrollment contract. A non-refundable registration fee of $200.00 is required at the time of registration into a program.

  • Application Questions

    An admissions advisor will review your answers with you. Please complete the enrolment form, located on the program website and submit as well.
    *If no, TOEFL or IELTS scores are to be forwarded to the school or, as an option, an internal English proficiency test will be provided.
    Note: Only Canadian citizens and Canadian Permanent Residents are eligible for federal/provincial student loan funding. As of 2019, the BC portion of student loans is now interest-free.
    If you are over 19 yrs old, we do not need transcripts or proof of high school completion,
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