A career in medical spa therapy and esthetics offers job stability, a rewarding work environment and self-employment opportunities.
As a graduate of this program, you’ll have the opportunity to work with innovative, cutting-edge laser, photofacial and microdermabrasion equipment, all while working in the fulfilling and growing medical spa therapy field.
With hands-on training and the right preparation from Bryan College, you could find yourself working with an exclusive destination spa or medical spa, a doctor’s office or even working on a cruise ship. Medical Spa Therapists & Esthetics professionals may also have the opportunity to be self-employed.
Expanding Careers
According to the International Spa Association (ISPA), there are 7.7 million active spa-goers in Canada, which is approximately 23% of the population.
1 Also, according to the Global Spa Summit, drivers of growth in this industry include consumers’ desire for stress-relief, disease-prevention and an increased public awareness of alternative therapies for increased mind and body wellness.
As a top esthetics and medical spa therapy school, Bryan College prepares you to become the qualified, highly skilled, immediately productive medical spa therapists and estheticians that employers demand.
Attractive Career Opportunities
The spa industry has expanded and evolved into a sophisticated and well-respected profession with a variety of specializations. Career options include:
- Esthetician
- Medical Esthetician
- Medical Spa Therapist
- Professional Spa Therapist
- Laser Therapist
- Microdermabrasion Specialist
- Clinic Manager
- Skin Care Technician
- Nail Care Technician
- Make-Up Artist
- Cosmetic Marketing/Sales Consultant
- Wedding Consultant
- Image Consultant
- Hair Removal Technician
- Aroma/Body Care Therapist
- Esthetics School Instructor
- Spa Manager/Director
- Salon or Day Spa Owner
- Cosmetic sales
Medical Spa Therapists work in a variety of settings such as:
- Dermatologist Offices
- Skin Care Clinics
- Laser Care Facilities
- Medical Spas
- Plastic Surgeon Offices
- Day, resort or destination spas & salons
- Cruise ships
At Bryan College, we give you a clear pathway to exciting esthetics and medical spa therapy positions, so that you’re ready to make your next career move as soon as you graduate.
Online Classes Now Available – Stay Healthy and Learn at Home!
Bryan College is now offering courses 100% online so you can stay healthy and keep learning from your home. In addition to online courses, our programs may require hands-on, in-person practice. We recommend you take the online courses now, and the in-person courses will be scheduled on our campus later in the year. We encourage you to continue your education today by calling us or completing the Request Information form. Online classes start soon!
Create Your Path to an Esthetics & Medical Spa Therapy Career
The Bryan College medical spa therapy and esthetics curriculum was developed by industry experts to match changing job market needs and provide you the hands-on training and support to ensure your successful completion. As a student at Bryan College, you’ll learn the technical skills that will give you an advantage in your career, along with critical communication and business skills you will need to succeed in today’s competitive environment. It’s a powerful combination that is rare in higher education, and one that employers expect.
Program Highlights
The Esthetics & Advanced Medical Spa Therapy curriculum is reviewed annually and includes:
- Specialization in Multiple Treatments:
- Microdermabrasion
- Laser Hair Reduction
- Laser Pigment & Capillary Removal
- Photofacials
- Fractional Facials
- Laser Theory
- Cosmetology/Make-Up Artistry
- Skin Treatments
- Spa Manicures & Pedicures
- Aromatherapy & Hydrotherapy
- Body & Back Treatments
- Waxing Techniques
- Salt Glows & Body Scrubs
- Mud & Seaweed Wraps
- Lymphatic Drainage
- Relaxation Massage
- Chemical Peels
- Skin Rejuvenation
- Vascular Lesions
- Pigmented Lesions
- Body Contouring
- Skin Tightening and Firming
- Skin Resurfacing
- Vein Removal
- Shellac Polish
- Hands-On Clinical Experience:
You’ll receive hands-on experience at Bryan College’s student clinic, which is open to the public. For more information about the clinic services offered, please visit our clinic site.
- Sciences:
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Kinesiology
- Business Skills:
- Spa Operations
- Merchandising
- Sales