Classes approved for upgrading credit:

 

The Cosmetology Association of Nova Scotia provides updated education for licence upgrading and/or professional development - often times at no cost to Members. There is a full list of classes that have been approved for upgrading in the following categories (click on individual links):

Upgrading Classes - Hairdresser
Upgrading Classes - Esthetics
Upgrading Classes - Instructors

Upcoming Education

Atlantic Nail & Esthetics Show

June 5th, 2023\Halifax Nova Scotia
The best beauty brands and educators gathered in the Atlantic area of Canada, making it possible for professionals to get to know suppliers and other experts in their own fields and network.
Learn more: https://www.atlanticnailartstudio.ca/pages/atlantic-nail-and-esthetic-show

Members Quarterly Meeting PLUS Education!!

Cambridge Suites, Sydney Cape Breton
June 4th and 5th. 
Join the Board and Office staff to find out what's new, ask questions, gather relevant information and tell us your thoughts and ideas for the industry!
In addition, the Association will be hosting FREE classes on June 4 & 5, following the meeting.
Learn more: Quarterly Meetings for Members

Infection Control Education

Designed specifically for the beauty industry by Canada’s leader in infection control, CBON’s free online infection control courses offer the highest standard of infection control education available today. Certificates are awarded for each course passed. 

Cosmetologists Unite Industry Event

The Cosmetology Associations of Nova Scotia and New Brunswick have united to bring cosmetologists from the Maritime Provinces together under one roof for an action packed weekend of education, competitions, vendors' “cash and carry”, cosmetology collaboration, and so much more!
Learn more: https://nscosmetology.ca/events/cosmetologists-unite-september-23-25-2023

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 the Province of Nova Scotia.  Please visit the Association's Visiting Cosmetologists page for more information on how to obtain a Temporary Licence (Visitor).

Completed applications can be submitted by fax (902) 468-7147, by email to info@nscosmetology.ca or visit our office.