Master Esthetics/Specific Licence Approved Professional Developement Classes.
A Cosmetologist (Esthetics) must have three (3) years' consecutive working experience in a registered cosmetology establishment plus three (3) approved upgrading credits in order to be eligible for a licence upgrade to Master Licensure.
A Master Cosmetologist (Esthetics) must successfully complete one (1) accredited professional developement class every second calendar year in order to be eligible for a Master licence status.
IMPORTANT: any individual that obtained Master Licence designation after January 1, 2019, must maintain that designation by providing the Cosmetology Association with confirmation of one approved upgrading credit every two years in order to qualify for Master designation.
NOTE - If you would like to take a specific program that is not approved for upgrading and you feel it should be an approved course for upgrading, please, have the instructor or company contact the Association to have the program approved or visit https://nscosmetology.ca/professional-development/submitting-courses-for-approval
If you are unsure whether or not a course you have completed is recognized as an approved course, please contact the Association or review the list of courses currently approved by the Cosmetology Association of Nova Scotia (listed below):
| TRAINER / WEBSITE |
COURSE | CREDIT | INFORMATION | CONTACT - For More Informarton. |
| Gel X Nails Mastery | A comprehensive 2 day workshop designed for all nail technicians. The workshop balances theoretical and practical skills, including hands on practice with models. This workshop also covers gender inclusion and trauma informed care relevent to nail services. | tori@pridebeautylounge.com | ||
| Advanced Waxing | 1 | Learn advanced waxing techniques in both hard and soft waxing. Focusing on essential areas (excluding brazilian). This workshop also covers gender inclusion and trauma-informed care. All supplies and models provided. | tori@pridebeautylounge.com | |
| Lash Lift and Brow Lamination | 1 | Become proficient in performing lash lifts and brow lamination. A comprehensive 1 day workshop, all supplies and models provided. | tori@pridebeautylounge.com | |
| K Matthews | Dermaplaning | 1 | One day comprehensive course, be trained to safely performdermaplane on your clients by proper maneauvering the instrument and client comfort during the the proceedure. | kmatthews01@hotmail.com |
| Quannessence | Well Being Facial & Face Mapping | 1 |
Join Bobbie Jo MacDonald and Jillian Gouthro for an indepth day learning about the Quannessence Brand while learning to perform facial and facial mapping. 5 upcoming events!
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info@quannessence.ca |
| Cosmetology Association of NS | Annual General meeting "AGM" | 0.5 | Join your Association for the Annual General Meeting, held in October. Meet with your peers, obtain valuable and correct information from your Industry Association. Join in discussions or just listen, hear from other members when change is happening and vote for new Board Directors. Join the Associaton and your peers and make your vote count! | memberresponse@nscosmetology.ca |
| Eastern Esthetics |
Advanced Wilde Pedique Reconstruction Workshop May 27, 2023 |
0.5 | With this course you will learn the techniques of specialized and advanced Pedique Reconstruction services. You will receive comprehensive hands on practical training for the removal of mykotic and detached nail plates incorporating an electric file. The toenails will be replaced by creating prosthetic toenails using LCN’s Wilde Pedique. This product is a revolutionary light cured resign designed specifically for toenails. You will also learn proper salon & sanitation procedures in accordance with Health Canada. |
info@lcneast.com |
| Eastern Esthetics |
Wilde Pedique Classic Light Cured Pedicure & Ingrown Toenail Bracing Workshop May 27, 2023 |
0.5 | Join us and learn one of the hottest looks for feet today! Your clients will be thrilled with their beautiful French Pedicured Toes!! Low maintenance, lasts all season, and looks fabulous. We will also teach you the in-demand service of Ingrown Toenail Brace application. These are fantastic ways to earn more profit from NEW and existing clientele. | info@lcneast.com |
| Eastern Esthetics | Professional Nails Troubleshooting Workshop June 3, 2023 |
0.5 | Are you struggling with certain techniques? Do you have challenges with Forms or Tips? Is your filing taking too long? Do you have a problem lifter? Have you been away from the nail desk for a bit and need a refresher? Do you have your own challenges and need some guidance? |
info@lcneast.com |
| Eastern Esthetics | Electric File Workshop May 13/2023 |
0.5 |
Skilled training and specialized techniques will help decrease your fill time and allow for more efficiency. Become comfortable with an Electric File and learn the proper usage of the different bit options, sanitization and disinfection procedures. This class will teach you the ins and outs of using an Electric File. |
info@lcneast.com |
| BioSpa(Sharon Quan) | Exfoliation Peel | 1 | https://quannessence.com/ | info@quannessence.ca |
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BioSpa (Sharon Quan) |
Dermaplaning | 1 | https://quannessence.com/ | info@quannessence.ca |
| BioSpa (Sharon Quan) | Gua Sha & Facial Cupping | 1 | https://quannessence.com/ | info@quannessence.ca |
| Euro Beauty |
Threading Certification |
1 | http://www.eurobeauty.ca/ | education@eurobeauty.ca |
| Euro Beauty | Dermaplaning PLUS |
1 | http://www.eurobeauty.ca/ | education@Eurobeauty.ca |
| Euro Beauty | Sugaring Ex'Pert Hair Removal | 1 | http://www.eurobeauty.ca/ | education@eurobeauty.ca |
| Euro Beauty | Brow Lamination by Refectocil | 1 | http://www.eurobeauty.ca/ | education@eurobeauty.ca |
| Euro Beauty | Lash Lift by Refectocil | 1 | http://www.eurobeauty.ca/ | education@eurobeauty.ca |
| NA School of Podology | Certified Master Pedicurist | 2 | www.northamericanschoolofpodology.com | nasp@podology.net |
| Kimberlea Aesthetics | Dermaplaning | 1 | kim.webb@hotmail.com | |
| K. Matthews | Advanced Skin Consultation | 1 | kmatthews01@hotmail.com | |
| Lov'En Lashes | Advanced Lash Course | 1 | http://www.lovenlashes.ca/ | lovenlasheslesley@gmail.com |
| Medika Beauty Institute Inc. | Skin Peel Course |
2 | https://www.medikainstitute.com/ | info@medikainstitute.com |
| Medika Beauty Institute Inc. | Dermaplaning Advance Course | 2 | https://www.medikainstitute.com/ | info@medikainstitute.com |
| Medika Beauty Institute Inc. | Hydro & Microdermabrasion Course | 2 | https://www.medikainstitute.com/ | info@medikainstitute.com |
| Medika Beauty Institute Inc. | Biomedika Pro Course | 1 | https://www.medikainstitute.com/ | info@medikainstitute.com |
| Medika Beauty Institute Inc. | Skin Consultation & Skin Diseases Course | 0.5 | https://www.medikainstitute.com/ | info@medikainstitute.com |
| Medika Beauty Institute Inc. | Brow Lamination | 0.5 | https://www.medikainstitute.com/ | info@medikainstitute.com |
| North American School of Podology | Certified Master Pedicure Program | 2 | https://northamericanschoolofpodology.com | vmalo@podolgy.net |
| The Canadian Beauty Link Inc. |
The AFA Peel System | 1 | https://rgrpharma.com/afas/ | brittiny@rgrpharma.com |