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Cosmetic Techniques and Management

Credential
Ontario College Diploma
Location
Oshawa
School
School of Business, IT & Management (BITM)
Length
Four semesters
OCAS Code
CTMG
Next Intake
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  • Field Placement

Program Overview

Do you have a passion for the beauty industry and possess a creative, artistic spirit? The Cosmetic Techniques and Management program will prepare you to be a leader in the cosmetics, personal care and fragrance industries, giving you the competitive edge you need to launch a successful career.

Experience weekly hands-on instruction in state-of-the-art lab facilities, where students learn practical make-up application techniques using a comprehensive professional student kit. Working alongside experienced faculty you will create a range of cosmetics applications, including make-up for special events, media, photography, as well as period, airbrushing and creative application techniques.

Foundational concepts are also at the core of the program to develop as an industry professional, where students experience training in areas ranging from colour theory and skincare analysis to communication and client consultations. Recognizing that cosmetics is an ever-growing billion-dollar industry, the program takes a holistic approach that emphasizes important business skills and entrepreneurial training. A strong focus is placed on meeting industry professional standards, including teaching best practices and protocols in infection control. Students also have the opportunity to collaborate with a professional photographer in their final semester and develop their portfolio of work to assist with obtaining future job opportunities.

Our expert faculty and program team have diverse training and industry experience, ranging from fashion, beauty, fine arts, fragrance, and creative special effects, as well as cosmetics retail and event management. Faculty have represented prominent luxury cosmetics brands and have also had their special effects work featured on Breakfast Television for Halloween Haunt at Canada’s Wonderland.

You will complete a field placement to complement your in-class learning as well as gain hands-on experience overseen by expert faculty and the Spa Manager, while working in the fully operational Durham College Spa.

Admission Requirements

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Mature Student Status
  • Grade 12 English (C or U)

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Tuition

Year one domestic: $2,722 (CAD)
Year one international: $13,322 (CAD)

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Semester 1 Courses

  • Communication Foundations - Business, IT & Management (COMM 1801)
  • Fundamental Communication Skills (COMM 1810)
  • Colour Theory And Analysis (CTMG 1101)
  • Make-Up And Corrective Techniques I (CTMG 1104)
  • Cosmetics And Product Knowledge (CTMG 1106)
  • Sales Techniques And Customer Service (CTMG 1108)
  • General Education Elective (GNED 0000)

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Field Placement
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Technology recommendations

To help students succeed in programs with remote learning requirements, Durham College’s IT Services department has identified minimum technology recommendations. While these are not program requirements, these suggestions will help ensure students have the right tools to support a quality remote learning experience.

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Intakes and Availability

Date Domestic Availability International Availability
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Students acquire invaluable experiential learning in the Durham College Spa.

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Career Options

WHAT YOU COULD BE

  • Beauty advisor
  • Beauty blogger or writer
  • Brand educator
  • Boutique manager
  • Cosmetics brand ambassador
  • Cosmetics counter manager
  • Account representative
  • Fragrance advisor
  • Freelance make-up artist

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Program Details

Our Cosmetic Techniques and Management program prepares you for an exciting career in the fast-paced, growing cosmetics and personal care industry. Our program uses a holistic approach and covers a variety of disciplines that students require to enjoy success in the cosmetics industry. Hands-on courses cover fundamental and advanced cosmetic application techniques, including make-up for a variety of media, special events, creative and period make-up applications. Fundamental core courses in areas such as colour theory, skincare analysis and product knowledge help students develop further as professionals to meet industry standards. Within the program, a strong emphasis is placed on cosmetic selling and customer service protocols, retail management, marketing for makeup artists, business communications and entrepreneurial cosmetic event planning skills.

You will complete a two-week field placement and have the opportunity to network with employers and industry insiders to complement your in-class learning, as well as hands-on experience gained while working onsite in the fully operational Durham College Spa. Students also consolidate their skills, collaborating with a professional photographer in their final semester to develop a portfolio of work that assists in obtaining future job opportunities and commanding professional rates.

LAB REQUIREMENTS

In order to participate in the lab component of the program uniforms must be worn at all times.  Students must meet the pre-lab requirements in order to receive their uniform and student kit.

PRE-LAB/PLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS

To be eligible for the lab/placement component of this program you must (at your expense) provide:

  • Entry Immunization form completed by a health-care provider
  • Current standard first aid certificate from a recognized provider

In order to maintain confidentiality and security, the program utilizes an independent provider, Verified by Synergy Gateway for DC Spa Lab for field placement documentation collection and validation.  This process is the Electronic Student Permit Checking (ESPC).  There is a cost associated with this external agency of $49.95.  Please refer to the Cosmetic Techniques and Management Program ESPC Information Package for details.

Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Assess clients and recommend cosmetics and fragrances that have the right chemical composition to address their cosmetic and skin care needs.
  2. Utilize the tools and equipment necessary to apply cosmetic products and achieve a professional look.
  3. Create a variety of make-up effects to meet the needs and expectations of individual clients.
  4. Communicate the benefits and features of different products utilized in caring for the skin according to the needs of individual, such as, skin histology, structure and disorders.
  5. Identify, analyse and apply colour theory principals when selecting colour cosmetics to enhance diverse skin tones and pigmentation.
  6. Plan and implement marketing initiatives for the cosmetics industry to influence consumer purchases and behaviour.
  7. Apply fundamental business, legal, bookkeeping and inventory management principals to meet the operational needs of an organization.
  8. Analyse and implement boutique/counter business plan and merchandising guidelines to meet organizational sales goals.
  9. Apply leadership skills necessary to enhance and motivate a team to reach organizational goals.
  10. Apply various customer service and consultative sales techniques to develop and retain a client base.
  11. Conduct work in accordance with cosmetic industry health and safety standards.

Admission Requirements

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Mature Student Status
  • Grade 12 English (C or U)

Please note: This program may be highly competitive and have a specific selection process and application deadline. For more information, please contact recruitment@durhamcollege.ca or call 905.721.3126. Please refer to Admission Processes for more details regarding highly competitive programs.

Courses

The courses listed below are for incoming students. If you are a current student, please refer to your program of study for the year you began your program. Your program of study can be found on MyCampus.

Semester 1

  • Communication Foundations - Business, IT & Management (COMM 1801)
  • Fundamental Communication Skills (COMM 1810)
  • Colour Theory And Analysis (CTMG 1101)
  • Make-Up And Corrective Techniques I (CTMG 1104)
  • Cosmetics And Product Knowledge (CTMG 1106)
  • Sales Techniques And Customer Service (CTMG 1108)
  • General Education Elective (GNED 0000)

Semester 2

  • Communications For Business I (COMM 2204)
  • Business Computer Applications I (COMP 1209)
  • Introduction To Skin Care (CTMG 1201)
  • Make-Up And Corrective Techniques II (CTMG 1204)
  • Make-Up Artistry Marketing Strategies (CTMG 1206)
  • General Education Elective (GNED 0000)

Semester 3

  • DC Spa - Lab I (CTMG 2101)
  • Makeup And Corrective Techniques III (CTMG 2104)
  • Fragrance And Aromatherapy (CTMG 2106)
  • Cosmetics Retail Management And Operations (CTMG 2108)
  • Event Planning And Product Promotion (CTMG 2110)
  • General Education Elective (GNED 0000)

Semester 4

  • DC Spa - Lab II (CTMG 2201)
  • Portfolio Development (CTMG 2204)
  • Leadership And Business Ethics (CTMG 2206)
  • Creative Styling Techniques (CTMG 2208)
  • Field Placement (FWKC 2201)

Courses and course descriptions are subject to change. Please note that as a result of COVID-19 the 2020-21 program of study may be modified to accommodate program delivery changes. Students should refer to their timetable for the most up-to-date course information.

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Career Options

WHAT YOU COULD BE

  • Beauty advisor
  • Beauty blogger or writer
  • Brand educator
  • Boutique manager
  • Cosmetics brand ambassador
  • Cosmetics counter manager
  • Account representative
  • Fragrance advisor
  • Freelance make-up artist

WHERE YOU COULD WORK

  • Entertainment industry
  • Personal Care and beauty stores
  • Cosmetic boutique
  • Cosmetic brand companies
  • Luxury department stores

    Field Placement

    Over a two-week period you will network with employers, industry insiders and have the ability to experience the cosmetics industry first-hand. You will get an inside view of the day-to-day operations and have the opportunity to work alongside professionals in the cosmetics, personal care and fragrance industries to gain real-world experience and open doors for future career advancement. 

    Technology Recommendations

    To help students have the best remote learning experience possible, Durham College’s IT Services department has identified technology recommendations for each program based on course needs and software requirements. While not required, students may want to consider these suggestions if they are purchasing a computer or laptop for the upcoming academic year.

    Processor: i3
    RAM: 4GB
    Storage: 256GB SSD
    Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Professional or Education x64 SP1
    Internet Browser: Internet Explorer 11 or Google Chrome (newest version) or Firefox (newest version)
    Network Adapter: 802.11ac 2.4/5 GHz wireless adapter
    Camera: Webcam/built-in camera
    Internet connection

    Questions regarding technology recommendations can be directed to the IT Service Desk  or the school office.

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