385 Weber St. N.
Waterloo, Ont. N2J 3J2

Students enrolled at Gina's College of Advanced Aesthetics will have the opportunity to work in an industry that continues to grow. The need for beauty services continues to become more popular and this Waterloo, Ontario, college teaches students how to be competitive in the field. It prepares students to enter the workforce and gives them the knowledge to work at renowned spas.

Students have several options for their diploma program, including the Cidesco International Diploma; Advanced Aesthetics, Spa Beauty Therapy, Electrolysis Diploma; the Advanced Aesthetics, Spa Beauty Therapy; the Electrolysis Diploma; or the Nail Technology Diploma. There's also a certificate course in Facial and Skincare Therapy. Students can also earn single skill certificates in Makeup Design, Manicure, Pedicure, and Waxing Hair Removal. Post Graduate Courses include medical esthetics, medical skin care, laser hair removal, photo light laser treatments, reflexology, hot stone massage, aromatherapy, nail enhancement, acrylic nails enhancement, and UV gel nail enhancement.

Gina's College of Advanced Aesthetics was established in 1979 and originally called Gina's College of Aesthetics & Electrolysis. It was developed by Gina Di Cicco and her daughter, Cristina. European-trained Di Cicco is a pioneer in the aesthetics field. With her daughter, they decided to create their own school to educate students in their European method. As one of Canada's pioneer in the aesthetics field, European trained Gina De Cicco became a successful business woman and managed one of the first spas in Canada. The school also has campuses in Mississauga and Ottawa, Ontario.

Comprehensive theory is incorporated with more than 50 percent of practical application. Students get a hands-on experience at the school's apprenticeship clinic, by working with each other and clients. Gina's College of Advanced Aesthetics is prepared to teach students how to work with the latest equipment and two European skin care lines. There's also a full range of treatments and cosmetics for each student to use during the school apprenticeship clinics.

Quick Facts:

Graduates have worked at day spas, medical spas, laser centers, private home businesses, cruise ships, esthetic instructors, and educational trainers.

Students can be ready for a job within four to six months of graduation. Gina's College of Advanced Aesthetics has a targeted job search assistance program, full and part time courses, and day and evening classes.

It is registered under the Private Career Colleges Act. Diploma courses are registered and curriculum is approved by the Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities.

All of the educators have professionals and most have graduated from Gina's College of Advanced Aesthetics.

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