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Academy of Make-up Arts • Esthetics • Hair
Professional EstheticianBecome an expert in both Skin Care and Cosmetics
The 21st centurybrought about a huge increase in human awareness
of personal beauty and body care. Demand for
qualified professionals in these fields is at an all time
high and still growing. A Versailles Academy
diploma will qualify you to practice skin care
on the face and body, and will allow you to
confidently enter the esthetic profession.
ADVANCED MAKE-UPHistory • Aging • Injuries • Fantasy • Film Icon Make-Up.
DEPILATIONHair Removal for Face and Body • Strip and hard-wax removal techniques for face and body • Eyebrow shaping and tweezing • Demo of Sugaring method.
MEDICAL ESTHETICSKnowledge of Medical Terminology • Chemical Peels • Micro Dermabrasion • Laser Procedures.
BODY THERAPYBack Massage for Relaxation • Body Polish Glow • Back Treatment • Bust Treatment • Complete Body Massage • Scalp Massage • Treatment of Cellulite • Firming & Toning • Hot Stone Massage.
SPA MANAGEMENTSelect and Recommend Merchandising based on Spa Design • Apply Marketing Techniques for sale of Salon Products and Services • Build Communication Skills for Effective Dialogue with Others • Analyze Current Spa Trends and Management • Small Business Practices • Customer Relations • Fragrance • Male Market • Resume and Job Interview Skills • Business Skills • How to Start Your Own Business.
GUEST SPEAKERSGuest speakers include experts in the beauty trade and its related fields, medical specialists and technical reps from various skin care lines.
JOB CONNECT PROGRAMOn-going Job Search assistance following graduation includes employer introductions and interviews, our constantly up-dated in-school Job Board and our online Employment Opportunities Career Search. Numerous Salon and Spa owners are continuously recruiting our graduates.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTPersonality Development • Poise and Posture • Ethics • Hygiene • Nutrition • History and Career Opportunities in Cosmetics • Sterilization and Sanitation.
FACIAL TECHNIQUESBasic Knowledge of Anatomy • Basic Facial Techniques • Skin Analysis • Knowledge of the Many Treatments Suitable to Skin Type • Jacquet Massage • Facial Equipment • Decollette and Facial Massage • Knowledge of Biological Products and their Application • Ampoule and Vial Techniques.
ADVANCED FACIAL TECHNIQUESUse of Galvanic and High Frequency • Eye Treatment • Eyelash and Eyebrow Tint • Manual and Mechanical Lymphatic Drainage • Aromatherapy and Uses of Essential Oils • Neck Treatment • Men’s Skin Care • Enhanced Facial Peel.
PROFESSIONAL MANICUREAnatomy of the Nail • Nail Disorders and Diseases • Classic Manicure Procedure • Men’s Manicure • French Manicure • Hand Treatment • Paraffin Wax Treatment • Spa Manicure • Hot Stone Massage • Advanced Techniques • UV Gel Nail Enhancement.
PROFESSIONAL PEDICUREAnatomy of the Foot • Common Foot Problems • Pedicure Procedure • Paraffin Wax Treatment • Spa Pedicure • Hot Stone Massage.
MAKE-UPBasic Make-Up • Day Make-Up • Evening Make-Up
CORRECTIVE MAKE-UPColour Draping • Colour Theory • Facial Balance • Background Make-Up • Corrective Contour for Eyes, Nose and Lips • Optical Illusions.
SPECIALTY MAKE-UPColour Photo • Wedding • TV, Film and Video • Mature Skin • Therapeutic • Black and White Photo • Racial and Cultural • Men’s
Make-Up • Camouflage Make-Up • Runway Make-Up • Personal Portfolio Development.
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This program is approved as a Vocational Program under the Private Career Colleges Act, 2005.
www.versaillesacademy.com1930 Bank Street, Unit 1, Ottawa, ON K1V 7Z8 • 613-521-4155
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airstylist
Academy of Make-up Arts • Esthetics • Hair
ETHICS, REGULATION AND POLICYProfessional Ethics • OHSA and WHMIS Regulations, MSDS Information and Manufacturers Safe Use Specifications • Respecting Clients, Colleagues and others without discrimination • Apply Ethical Practices to all Professional Relationships
HEALTH AND SAFETYOHSA, WHMIS, MSDS Regulations and Manufacturers Safe Use Specifications • Bacteria and Viruses • Sanitization, Disinfection, Infection Control and Material Disposal • Emergency Situations and Safety Equipment • Electrical Safety • Hygiene, Health and Well Being • Proper Body Posture and Positioning • Operation and Maintenance of Equipment
ENTREPRENEURIAL SKILLSFundamentals • Roles and Responsibilities • Customer Service • Marketing, Promotion and Sales Strategies • Features, Advantages and Benefits of Products/Services • Communication Skills • Conflict Resolution • Time Management and Organizational Skills
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTProfessional Image • Career Goals and Success Strategies • Professional Competence and Skill Development • Assessment and Feedback • Time Management • Reproducing Current Trends
CLIENT SERVICEClient Consultation • Knowledge of Anatomy • Properties of Hair & Scalp
PREPARATORY PROCEDURES / TREATMENTSAnalyse Types, Conditions and Disorders of Hair and Scalp • Preliminary Services • Scalp Massage • Recommendation of Products and Services
CUTTING HAIRElevations and Angles • Stationary and Travelling Guides • Non-Ele-vated and Elevated Cuts • Detailing and Texturing • Clipper and Razor
Cuts • Tapers • Fades • Flat Tops • Blunt Cuts • Layered Cuts • Bob Cuts • Trimming Facial and Superficial Hair
STYLING HAIRElements of Design • Styling with Blow Dryers, Brush, Finger Method/Wave, Diffuser, Hood Dryer, Rollers, Pincurl and Braiding • Thermal Set with Blow Dryers, Hood Dryers, Curling Irons, Flat Irons and Rollers • Formal Styling
PERMANENT WAVESEffect of Permanent Wave • Solution, Tools and Application Method • Procedural Steps
CHEMICALLY RELAXINGEffect of Chemical Texture Process • Preparatory Steps • Products, Tools and Application • Procedural Steps
COLOURING AND LIGHTENINGPrinciples and Inter-Relationship between Colours • Composition and Chemical Action of Products • Decolourization • Influence of Pigmentation • Retouch Application • Virgin Hair • Corrective Services • Double Process • Highlights and Lowlights
HAIR ADDITIONSVarious Fibre Types • Fitting and Application of Hair Additions • Procedural Steps for Colour Hair Additions • Cutting and Blending Hair Additions • Maintenance and Home Care * Maintaining Integrity of Natural Hair
IN-SCHOOL COMPETITIONSIn-School Competitions for both ‘Artistic Updo’s’ and ‘Colour & Cut’. Judged by industry professionals.
GUEST SPEAKERSGuest speakers and mentors include experts in the beauty trade, nutrition and fitness, medical specialists, salon and spa owners and technical reps from various hair care lines.
JOB CONNECT PROGRAMOn-going Job Search assistance following graduation includes employer introductions and interviews, our constantly up-dated in-school Job Board and our online Employment Opportunities Career Search. Numerous Salon and Spa owners are continuously scouting our graduates.
Professional Hairstylist
Our GoalVersailles Academy offers a Hairstyling program
with one clear goal - individualized, cutting edge
training directed at quick, successful access to
the job market.
Our students are considered our clients.
Their success in the workforce is a direct
reflection of our success as educators.
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Professional GrowthAt Versailles Academy, we offer students endless
opportunities for growth. Whether you’re currently
working in the industry or just looking to try your
hand at something new, there’s a course for you.
Many courses are offered in the evening, and
students benefit from the personal attention
allowed by smaller class sizes.
Part-Time ProgramsTake a refresher, or try something new!Make-up TechniquesThis accelerated 33-hour course is usually taught in the evenings. The program emphasizes technique and practical application and provides an excellent background in the Make-up industry. Students are encouraged to create their personal portfolio.Curriculum: Skin Cleansing techniques, Brow Shaping, Basic Make-Up, Day Make-Up, Eye Styles, Evening Make-Up/Glamour techniques, Corrective Make-Up concepts, Colour Photo Make-Up, Wedding Make-Up, Television and Film Make-Up, Video/Media Make-Up, Mature Make-Up, Black-and-White Photo, Racial and Cultural Beauty concepts, Men’s Make-Up, Runway Make-Up, Fantasy Make-Up.33 hours. includes Professional Kit
Advanced Make-upAn excellent introduction to the fascinating world of Advanced Make-up. The Advanced program will cover a wide variety of topics. Bring your camera to take before and after pictures of your work. Your pictures will later provide a great artistic portfolio. Topics cov-ered are Aging, Witches, Animals and Zombies, Injury Effects such as burns, bruises, cuts and scars, Hair placement, Ballerina and Kabuki theatre. A study of film icons and historical beauty through the ages.15 hours
Private FacialThis is an in-depth program featuring the Versailles Academy facial techniques. Included in this unique cur-
riculum is the complete facial massage, the twelve cleansing manipulations
and different facial treatments.
A study of the Histology of the Skin, Skin Types, Ingredient and Product Information will be covered. Practical experience with facial equipment will be of-fered throughout the course. Facials have become an important beauty service enjoyed by thousands of men and women. Learn this valuable skill with the Versailles estheticians.39 hours
Advanced FacialOffered to graduates of the Facial or Esthetician pro-gram only, this unique curriculum will advance and up-date your facial technique. Lymphatic Drainage, Galvanic and Aromatherapy treatments as well as an advanced Acupressure Massage are taught. Also included are Eye Treatments, Neck Treatments and the use of Serums.15 hours
Medical EstheticianOffered to graduates of the Facial or Esthetician program only, this unique curriculum will train you to perform medical esthetic services utilizing the latest technology in products and equipment. Expect to learn medical terminology, theory on fillers and injectables and information on the business aspect of working in a medical environment. Curriculum: Micro Dermabrasion for face and body: non-invasive procedure to improve fine lines, acne scar-ring, pigmentation, minor stretch marks and pregnancy mask. Chemical peels: treatments for aging, acne, pigmented and sun damaged skin. Understanding the theory of IPL laser. Mineral Camouflage Make-Up: learn specialized make-up used with client’s post-medi-cal esthetic treatments.39 hours
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IPL Laser TechniquesProvides training in one of the fastest-growing and highest demand clinical services. Learn treatments for the face and body including permanent hair reduction, skin rejuvenation, fine line reduction, acne treatments, freckle and age spot removal, vascular and pigmented blemish removal and thread vein removal... all taught on our state-of-the-art equipment.21 hours
Private ManicureA fifteen hour program teaching the timeless art of Manicuring. Topics covered are Hand and Nail Diseases, Classic Manicure, French Manicure, Spa Manicure, Hand Treatment, Hot Stone Massage, Hot Oil Treatment and Paraffin Wax Treatment. Models are provided for practical experience throughout the program.15 hours
Private PedicureA fifteen hour private program teaching the impor-tant salon skill of Pedicuring. This is a service that is highly in demand in all beauty salons. Curriculum includes Foot Diseases, Anatomy of the Foot, Hot Stone Massage, Paraffin Wax Treatment, Classic Pedicure and Spa Pedicure. Models are provided throughout the course for practical experience.15 hours
Gel Nail TechniquesThe Gel Nail program is a fifteen hour private course providing a detailed study of the new Gel methods. Models are provided so students get hands on prac-tice with the supervision of their teacher.15 hours
Back & Body TherapyA private fifteen-hour curriculum to teach the student Back and complete full Body massage movements for relaxation. Swedish massage techniques for back, neck, shoul-der, arms, legs, scalp, hands and feet will be covered. The use of Hot Stones for massage will also be taught.15 hours
Back & Body TreatmentsA private fifteen-hour curriculum to teach the student Back and complete full Body speciality treatments. Back cleansing treatments, firming bust treatments, detoxifying cellulite mud treat-ments and body polish sea salt glow treatments are all covered.15 hours
Private DepilationHair removal is one of the most important services offered in today’s beauty salon. This in depth private twelve hour program will teach the student hair removal by Hot Wax and Lukewarm Wax methods for face and body. Demonstration and practical technique are emphasized in this private program. Learn with the experts this valu-able skill.15 hours
Sugaring Hair RemovalFor centuries, middle eastern women have used a natural paste made of sugar and lemon to painlessly remove facial and body hair. Learn this unique and proven, all natural technique with our hands-on course.15 hours
Private Hairstyling ProgramsRefresher courses are available for the following: Basic Haircutting Refresher, Advanced Cutting, Advanced Perming, Advanced Colouring, Glamour Hairstyling, Barber Techniques.15 hours each
A Versailles Part-Time Program is a great place
to start!
www.versaillesacademy.com1930 Bank Street, Unit 1, Ottawa, ON K1V 7Z8 • 613-521-4155
For course start dates, please enquire with Director of Admissions.
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