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25-Week Advanced MedSpa Clinician Diploma Program

Our 25-week program combines online theory with hands-on clinical training, giving you the advanced skills and confidence to work in medical spas, dermatology offices, and aesthetic clinics. You’ll gain expertise in advanced skin care treatments and medical-grade technologies while learning to deliver safe, effective, and professional results in a real medi-spa environment.

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Program At A Glance

Program Length

25 Weeks

Delivery Method

Online theory + in-person practical

Prerequisites

High School Diploma or equivalent

Financial Aid

May be available for those that qualify

  • Program Length: 25 Weeks
  • Delivery Method: Online theory + in-person practical
  • Prerequisites: High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Financial Aid: May be available for those that qualify

Why Choose the Advanced MedSpa Clinician Diploma?

This program prepares you for an exciting career where you help clients feel confident and achieve real results. With an IBI diploma, you’ll graduate ready to work in medical spas, dermatology clinics, physicians’ offices, or even launch your own business.

  • Starting salaries: $45,000 – $70,000+
  • Entrepreneurship: Unlimited earning potential depending on services offered

Modules Overview

Learn how to identify and treat various skin concerns with an emphasis on cosmeceutical and medical-grade product lines. Using Dermo28’s skincare line, you will learn the skills to treat all skin types with traditional and advanced facial treatments. A strong emphasis is placed on practical training.

  • Proper client selection
  • Consultations for medi-facials
  • Classic facial
  • Advanced facial
  • Facial with high frequency
  • Extraction and implements
  • Skin analysis
  • Client charting and consultations
  • Ingredients and product knowledge
  • Natural and organic skin care
  • Advanced skin care modalities
  • Adult acne treatments
  • Advanced exfoliation techniques
  • Wound healing and advanced skin care theory
  • Medical-spa terminology

A thorough understanding of the function of skin care products, their chemistry, and ingredient selection will be studied. Learn to professionally match performance ingredients with skin type, skin conditions and treatment goals to enhance your sales skills for retail and service revenue.

  • Skin care chemistry
  • Natural and organic skin care with respect to botanical ingredients
  • Essential oils
  • Cosmeceutical skin care ingredients
  • Functional vs. performance ingredients
  • AHA’s, BHA’s, retinoids and other medical grade ingredients
  • Features and benefits of skin care ingredients and products
  • UVA vs. UVB rays
  • Sunscreens
  • Client consultations, treatments, and product prescriptions

Learn how to identify and treat various skin concerns with an emphasis on cosmeceutical and medical-grade product lines. Using Dermo28’s skincare line, you will learn the skills to treat all skin types with traditional and advanced facial treatments. A strong emphasis is placed on practical training.

  • Proper client selection
  • Consultations for medi-facials
  • Classic facial
  • Advanced facial
  • Facial with high frequency
  • Extraction and implements
  • Skin analysis
  • Client charting and consultations
  • Ingredients and product knowledge
  • Natural and organic skin care
  • Advanced skin care modalities
  • Adult acne treatments
  • Advanced exfoliation techniques
  • Wound healing and advanced skin care theory
  • Medical-spa terminology

You will learn various body contouring modalities on-trend in today’s Medical Aesthetic field, such as laser lipolysis, cryolipolysis, radiofrequency, and electric muscle stimulation. In addition, you will learn about nutrition and how to assist clients in creating a long-term weight loss plan to achieve realistic body expectations.

  • Adipose, subcutaneous tissues, and cellulite
  • Coolsculpting consultation, assessment, and treatment plan
  • Radiofrequency treatments
  • EMS treatments
  • Food to consume for optimal weight loss
  • Nutrition plans for safe/effective weight loss

Chemical Peels treat acne, acne scarring, fine lines, wrinkles, uneven skin tone, and dryness.

  • Client consultations
  • Pre and post-care instructions
  • Skin typing
  • Intro to chemical methods of exfoliation
  • Hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation
  • Chemical peel protocols
  • Practical application of glycolic, lactic, and salicylic peels
  • TCA peels
  • Benefits of a chemical peel
  • Proper handling of client records
  • Indications and contraindications

Microdermabrasion uses an applicator with an abrasive surface to gently exfoliate the outer layer of the skin. This treatment rejuvenates the skin while targeting sun damage, fine lines, wrinkles, age spots, acne scarring, melasma, and other skin-related conditions.

  • Client consultations
  • Pre and post-care treatment instructions
  • Skin typing
  • Intro to mechanical methods of exfoliation
  • Hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation
  • Technologies in medical clinics
  • Proper handling of client records
  • Indications and contraindications
  • License and insurance
  • Introduction to micro-needling

You will learn this advanced exfoliation technique. This physical exfoliation treatment uses a sterilized surgical blade to remove the top layer of the skin which gets rid of dead skin cells and peach fuzz.

  • Benefits of dermaplaning
  • Indications and contraindications
  • Pre-treatment care
  • Homecare
  • Treatment interval
  • Sterilization
  • Treatment prices
  • Client consent forms
  • Treatment protocol
  • Instructor demonstration
  • Student application (model required)

This treatment promotes wound healing and collagen production while improving acne scarring, stretch marks, wrinkles, and pigmentation. Using the Health Canada Approved InnoPen, you will watch a live demo by an instructor and perform one practical treatment on a client.

  • Microneedling overview
  • Sanitation and safety
  • Depth of needling for different skin conditions
  • Frequency of treatments
  • Indication and contraindications
  • Client consultations
  • Pre and post-treatment protocols
  • Home care
  • Live demo by the instructor
  • Practical treatment on a client (model required)

Learn an advanced, medical-grade resurfacing treatment that clears out pores and hydrates the skin. This non-invasive treatment utilizes different handpieces with multiple technologies. Its many benefits include skin hydration, brightness, plumping, and a clearer complexion. It improves the signs of aging by reducing fine lines and wrinkles, while increasing firmness, evening skin tone, texture and brown spots.

  • Benefits of Hydradermabrasion
  • Different handpieces and their functions such as Oxygen and Radiofrequency
  • Indications and contraindications
  • Pre-treatment care
  • Homecare
  • Treatment intervals
  • Treatment results
  • Sterilization
  • Client consent forms
  • Treatment protocol
  • Instructor demonstration
  • Practice on a client under instructor supervision

Learn a theoretical orientation to a variety of injectable treatment options.

  • Uses of botox and dermal fillers
  • Licensure and liability issues
  • Anatomy and physiology of the face
  • Product storage and precautions
  • Patient consultation and proper selection
  • Possible side effects
  • Potential results and time frames
  • Indications and contraindications
  • Pricing and costs
  • Consent forms and pictures
  • Patient pre-treatment care
  • Preparation of the treatment area
  • Post-treatment follow up
  • Frequently asked questions
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  • Learn to perform traditional spa massage techniques on the face and body
  • Body systems
  • Types of massage movements; effleurage, petrissage, friction, percussion, vibration
  • Indications and contraindications
  • Intro to reflexology
  • Intro to lymphatic drainage
  • Sanitization
  • Homecare and follow-up treatments
  • Pre and post-treatment
  • Practice on clients

This 730-hour (25 weeks) diploma program is available in full-time and part-time schedules.

what are the Admissions Requirements?

We make the admissions process simple and supportive. Our team is here to guide you every step of the way—from applying to exploring financial aid options.

Admission Requirements:

  • Personal interview to determine goals and suitability
  • Grade 12 graduate or mature student status
  • Advanced Academic Standing
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    What is the Program Cost?

    For detailed tuition information, please contact International Beauty Institute directly. An admissions advisor will provide program pricing and help you with the enrollment process.

    Full-time Advanced MedSpa Clinician Diploma students may also qualify for financial assistance through the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP), which offers loans, grants, or awards for eligible students.

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    Visit Our Campuses in Mississauga, Toronto, or Hamilton

    Campus tours are available Monday through Saturday. During your visit, you can:

    • Meet our expert instructors
    • Explore the classrooms, labs, and spa equipment
    • Watch students in action and get a feel for the training environment
    • Ask any questions about admissions, financial aid, or program details

    Book your tour today at our Mississauga, Toronto, or Hamilton campus and see what your future career in medical aesthetics could look like.

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    What are the Career Opportunities with an Advanced MedSpa Clinician Diploma?

    With your diploma, you’ll be career-ready for:

    • Dermatology clinics
    • Medical spas & laser clinics
    • Physicians’ and surgeons’ offices
    • Day spas, wellness centres & destination spas
    • Skin care & equipment companies
    • Starting your own aesthetics business
    Why Study at International Beauty Institute?

    At IBI, you’ll receive training that sets you apart:

    • Curriculum aligned with the latest industry standards and treatments
    • Training with medical-grade products and advanced technologies
    • Hands-on practice in real-world settings
    • Small class sizes led by expert instructors
    • Student perk: 20% discount on all retail skincare products during your program

    We proudly serve students from Mississauga, Toronto, Hamilton, Oakville, Burlington, Niagara, and surrounding areas.

      Ready To Take The First Step Toward Your Future?

      Begin your journey toward a rewarding career in medical aesthetics with International Beauty Institute. We offer financial assistance for those who qualify, because career goals should be within everyone’s reach.

      If you have questions about our programs or campuses, our admissions team is ready to help. Whether you’re just exploring or ready to apply, we’ll guide you every step of the way.

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        Alumni Success Stories

        “I have been attending IBI for the past 6 months in the Medical Aesthetics and its been everything I have dreamed of! All of the teachers are very knowledgeable and helpful. My advice to anyone thinking about coming to this school would be do it now! No better time than the present.”

          – Nadia,  Medical Aesthetics Graduate

            FAQ About International beauty institute's Advanced MedSpa Clinician Diploma

            Advanced MedSpa Clinicians deliver integrated skin and device treatments, performing therapies such as laser, radiofrequency, microneedling, and advanced facials. They also provide consultations, ensuring safety, and planning client care in a clinical aesthetic environment.

            The Spa Therapist Diploma is a 25-week program that combines online theory with in-person practical training. Both full-time and part-time schedules are available to suit your lifestyle.

            For detailed tuition information, please contact the International Beauty Institute directly. An admissions advisor will provide current program pricing and walk you through the enrollment process.

            Full-time Medical Aesthetics Diploma students may also qualify for financial assistance through the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP), which offers loans, grants, or awards for eligible students.

            The program is delivered in a hybrid format. Theory courses are completed online, while hands-on training is conducted in person at one of our campuses (Mississauga, Toronto/North York, or Hamilton).

            Graduates can pursue roles such as:

            • Dermatology clinics
            • Skin care facilities
            • Aesthetic laser clinics
            • Medical spas
            • Plastic surgeons’ offices
            • Physicians’ offices
            • Day spas
            • Wellness centers
            • Destination spas
            • Skin care line representative
            • Equipment representative
            • Entrepreneur

              The program emphasizes hands-on training and real-world experience. Students gain practical skills in traditional treatments, learn how to conduct professional client consultations, and understand sanitization and sterilization practices. This ensures graduates are job-ready to enter the growing medical aesthetics industry.

              You’ll graduate with an International Beauty Institute Diploma in Advanced MedSpa Clinician, recognized by employers across Ontario’s medical spa and aesthetics industry.

              Applicants must have a Grade 12 diploma or mature student status and complete a personal admissions interview.

              Students must also achieve a minimum overall average of 70%, with no grade lower than 60% in theoretical or practical exams, to successfully graduate from the program.

              Both terms refer to professionals who perform skincare and beauty treatments. The difference is mainly in spelling and usage. “Aesthetician” (with an a) is often used in medical or advanced skincare settings, while “esthetician” is more common in traditional spas and salons. At IBI, we use “aesthetician” to reflect our focus on advanced, clinical-level training.

              A degree is typically a longer, academic program offered by universities, focusing on theoretical knowledge and research. A diploma, like the programs at International Beauty Institute, focuses on hands-on, career-specific training designed to help you start working in your chosen field more quickly.

              Alumni Success Stories

              “I can confidently say that my experience here has been life changing. Each and every one of the teachers here are genuinely invested in your success and they provided extended mentorship. I highly recommend anyone who is looking for a supportive community and strong academic programs!”

                – Hina,  Spa Therapist Graduate

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