This program is offered in Seneca's hybrid delivery format with some courses available in Seneca's flexible delivery format. Some coursework is online and some must be completed in person. Students will need to come on campus to complete in-person learning requirements. For courses offered in the flexible delivery format, professors use innovative learning spaces and technology to teach students in a classroom or lab and broadcast in real time to students attending remotely. In flexible courses, students have the choice of coming on campus or learning online.
Learn more: Seneca’s program delivery options and how courses in this program will be delivered each term.
International students: review Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility before choosing program and course delivery.
As esthetic procedures rise in popularity, there is a growing need for licensed professionals with the skills and expertise to perform cosmetic treatments. Cosmetic environments provide an opportunity for licensed nurses to expand their career opportunities beyond the traditional healthcare setting.
This graduate certificate prepares Canadian registered nurses or registered practical nurses with the knowledge and hands-on experience to perform medical esthetics treatments. This includes procedures such as laser hair removal, microneedling, anti-aging treatments, chemical peels and cosmetic injections.
Learn more about the MDN program. You’ll have the opportunity to explore the curriculum, discover career options and hear answers to some frequently asked questions.
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:
Seneca’s on-campus esthetic clinic, Evolutions Spa, lets students practice their services while working under the guidance of qualified instructors.
A field placement allows students to apply their knowledge while gaining work experience at an external clinic. Students will study the role of a medical esthetics nurse in a spa setting and practice skills under the supervision of an experienced practitioner.
Graduates of the program can explore the following career options:
The program’s comprehensive curriculum will also explore the fundamental concepts of establishing an independent medical esthetics business.
