General information (Please Submit Fee On Registration Form Only) 

Avant-Garde College offers training programs that meet industry standards and changing trends. Advanced Esthetics & Nail Technician programs each consist of theory and practical application instruction. Students will be issued a Diploma upon successful completion of all course requirements. 

In addition our students have a Pro discount in our very own Wholesale store front location in the school!

Admission requirements: 

High school transcript or General Education Development (GED).

18 Years of age. Students under 18 years of age require guardian consent.

Photo identification and social insurance number.

Over 19 years of age without grade 12 or GED mature status may be considered.

Financial assistance:
Avant-Garde is designated for student loan funding. Visit the Government of Saskatchewan website for more information about the Canada-Saskatchewan Integrated Student Loan program. Please note student loans will not cover student kits.

Class times:
Courses are full-time, 7.5 hours per day.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30am – 4:00pm
Thursday 12:30pm – 8:30pm

The Avant-Garde Advanced Esthetics & Nail Technician program is a full-time 38 week course. Students must achieve a minimum grade of 70% to pass the theoretical and practical portions of this program. A diploma will be issued upon successful completion of all course requirements.

Course duration: 
1400 hours

Mature students: 
In place of a High School Diploma, mature students (19+ years old) may be considered. 

Fees: 
Registration Fee (payable at time of registration): $200.00

Program start dates: 
January, March, May, July, September and November. Financial assistance may be available for those who qualify.

AREAS OF STUDY

Advanced Makeup Artistry

Contouring/Lighting

Client Consultation

Day/Evening & Bridal

Trend Makeup

Eyelash Applications of Strip & Cluster

Eyelash Lift

Eyelash Extensions

Manicures & Pedicures

Universal Sanitation

Disinfection

Sterilization

Hand, Foot, & Nail Anatomy

Diabetic Conditions

Spa and Paraffin treatments

French Polish

Hot Stone

Electric Filing

Gel Overlay

Facial

Facial Massage Techniques

Advanced European Facial

Ice Ball Technique

Facial Consultations

Body Treatments

Body Wraps

Hot Stone Body Back Treatments*

Facial & Body Waxing

Artificial Nails

Techniques in Sculpting

Techniques in Tip Application

Acrylic Applications

Gel Applications

Techniques in Form Application

Gel Polish

Nail Art

Business

Resume Preparation

Industry Training

Reception Duties

Retail & Product Knowledge

Client Consultation

Client care

 80 HOURS POSSIBLE IN SALON TRAINING