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Program code
Program Delivery Part-time

Program information

Program description

Intake information

Start dateCampus
Summer 2026 Barrie

Tuition and fees

Work-integrated learning

  • This program includes a clinical placement component where you’ll get clinical experience under the supervision of an experienced registered or licensed professional.
  • Learn about types of work-integrated learning at Georgian.

What are the admission requirements for the Medical Skin Care Therapies program?

admission requirements

What career paths can I take in skin care and esthetics?

Your Medical Skin Care Therapies graduate certificate gives you many career opportunities

Successful graduates may be employed in dermatology clinics, medical spas, laser care facilities, wellness centers, plastic surgeons’ offices, dental spas, destination and resort spas, day spas, educational facilities, spa management/owner, and as brand representatives. 

What courses are included in the Medical Skin Care Therapies graduate certificate program?

Course overview

8 Program Courses
2 Clinical Placements

Program-specific courses

Semester 1 courses are listed below. For a full list of courses in the program including course descriptions, view the Medical Skin Care Therapies program outline.

  • MDSC 1000 – Medical Skin Care Science
  • MDSC 1001 – Medical Skin Care Techniques
  • MDSC 1002 – Medical Skin Care Applications
  • MDSC 1008 – The Medical Esthetic Practice and the Cosmetic Patient
  • MDSC 1004 – Medical Skin Care Clinic

Your course delivery method(s)

In person

This program is delivered fully in person and requires you to attend campus.

Please note, delivery methods are based on planning for the upcoming semester and are subject to change.

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Your first step toward further studies in health programs. Develop your employability skills. Be on your way to a career in health care!

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