Classes Approved for Upgrading Credits:

The Cosmetology Association of Nova Scotia has approved a range of updated educational opportunities for license upgrading.
Please click on each link for a comprehensive list of approved upgrading classes.

Click Link -> Upgrading Classes - Hairdresser
Click Link -> Upgrading Classes - Esthetics/Specific

Click Link -> Upgrading Classes - Instructors


Additionally, there are one-time events, classes, and meetings available (often at no cost to Members) that also contribute credits toward license upgrades. Members are encouraged to explore these resources to stay current in their field and enhance their professional skills. 

Quarterly Meeting3Open Meetings for Members
Join the Association for the next Members' Meeting. Gain accurate and relevant information, find out what's new, ask questions, and let us know your thoughts and ideas for industry!
CLICK HERE

       Events Training1Upcoming Events & Training
Stay informed of specialized workshops and training that will help you upgrade your license and expand your expertise. Don’t miss these valuable opportunities to stay ahead in the industry.
CLICK HERE

       Infection Control1Submit Your Course for UpgradingApproval
All courses categorized as an advanced training prerequisite for licence upgrading must first be approved by the Cosmetology Association of Nova Scotia.
CLICK HERE


       visiting cosmetologists1 Visiting Instructor Licence
Instructors that are not current residents of Nova Scotia and do not hold a valid Nova Scotia Cosmetology (Instructor) Licence are required to apply for a Temporary Licence (Visitor) in order to instruct in Nova Scotia.
CLICK HERE


 
Cosmetology Association (NS)
128 Chain Lake Drive
Beechville, NS  B3S 1A2
Canada

Hours of Operation
Monday 8:30 - 4:30
Tuesday 8:30 - 4:30
Wednesday 8:30 - 4:30
Thursday 8:30 - 4:30
Friday 8:30 - 3:00

*Holiday or Weather closures/cancellations will be noted in the Calendar.
Office: (902) 468-6477
Fax: (902) 468-7147
Toll Free: (800) 765-8757

General Inquiries
info@nscosmetology.ca

Provincial Exam Information
jill@nscosmetology.ca

Executive Director
Dana Sharkey, CAE
executivedir@nscosmetology.ca 

Schools

Academy of Cosmetology
Hair, Esthetics, Makeup Artistry
33 Thornhill Drive, Unit 201. Dartmouth

Cape Breton Business College
Hair, Esthetics
93 Johnston Street, Sydney

CBBC - Halifax
Hair, Esthetics
1046 Barrington Street, Halifax
Eastern Esthetics
Nail Technology, Hair Removal, Eyelash Enhancements.
19 Crane Lake Drive, Halifax

Hair Design Centre
Hair, Esthetics, Makeup Artistry
278 Lacewood Drive, Halifax
Hair Masters
Hair, Esthetics, Nail Technology
26 Archibald Ave., North Sydney

Elevate Beauty Institute of Cosmetology
Hair, Esthetics, Nail Technology, Lash Technician
77 Crescent Drive, New Minas

NSCC Annapolis Campus
Hairdressing
50 Elliott Road, Middleton
NSCC Burridge Campus
Hair, Esthetics, Nail Technology
372 Pleasant Street, Yarmouth

NSCC Marconi Campus
Hairdressing
1240 Grand Lake Road, Sydney

NSCC Pictou Campus
Hairdressing
39 Acadia Avenue, Stellarton