CIDESCO 2022/2023 STUDENT HANDBOOK
TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. Facilities and Weather
Location Parking
Public transit Weather in Calgary
II. Academics
Academic calendar Required hours Curriculum
III Policies Attendance Participation Models Clients Assessment Module exams
Final exams Progress Reports Case Study Project Uniform Privacy Mobile Phones & Electronic Devices
COVID-19 Related Illness and Sick Days IV. Certification
The information contained herein is subject to change and/or may be added to without notice. This handbook will be reviewed on the first day of class.
I. FACILITIES & WEATHER
Location
The south campus of Esthetic Institute Training Centre will be located at 4110 - 7005 Fairmount Drive SE There is also a north campus, but all CIDESCO classes will be held at the south campus
The Esthetic Institute (TEI) Training Centre is part of Beauty Depot Enterprises, located in the same building Beauty Depot is an esthetics and spa supply distributor, open to licensed beauty/spa professionals and industry students only TEI has its own entrance and facilities, and CIDESCO classes are held on the second floor. Please do not inquire about your CIDESCO classes in Beauty Depot.
The CIDESCO department of the school is not wheelchair accessible, and is accessed by stairs only
Parking
If possible, please park on the south side of the building. Models can park on the west side, if spaces are available, but please be sure to let your models know not to park in the spots labeled 1-hour parking, and not to use spots reserved for neighbouring businesses, such as Hall’s Auction House next door to us
The ‘rush hour’ in Calgary is usually from 7:30am to 9:00am and 4:00pm to 6:00pm. During these times, the major roads and freeways will be congested Stormy weather, icy conditions, and road accidents may further delay your trip, and you are expected to monitor the road conditions via internet, television, or radio and adjust your travel schedule so that you can drive safely and be on time for class regardless of the travel conditions.
Public Transit
The Light Rapid Transit (LRT) Chinook Station is on 61st Ave. SW, which is a short bus ride north of the school There are buses from there that leave the Chinook LRT station and can drop you at a stop #7276, just before the Glenmore trail underpass From this bus stop it's another few minutes walk south to the Fairmore Business Park where the school is located. Walking this route right from the LRT station will only take about 15 minutes, but you may prefer the bus in stormy weather or in the dark. Please visit calgarytransit com to plan your transit route
Train stations can be very busy during the morning and afternoon rush hours. You may have to wait to board an LRT train at some stations.
It is strongly recommended that you practice your public transit route at least once before the start of classes so that you are not late. Snow storms may delay the transit buses, and you are expected to make the appropriate changes to your travel schedule during inclement weather to be on time for classes.
Weather in Calgary
Be prepared to be outside in very cold weather for an extended period of time if you’re taking public transit during the fall, winter, and early spring The weather in southern Alberta is variable from day to
day, most of the year. Temperatures in the winter will range from just above freezing to -30 degrees Celsius, while summer temperatures can soar to 30 degrees Celsius or more Snowstorms in winter and thunderstorms in summer are frequent. Southern Alberta is also known to be windy. It is imperative that you monitor the weather forecast and wear appropriate winter attire when outside to stay comfortable and safe The coldest weather is usually from November to March, but it is possible to have very cold or snowy weather much earlier or later than this For more information about the weather in Calgary, visit www.weathernetwork.ca. “There is no bad weather, just inappropriate clothing.”
II. ACADEMICS
Academic Calendar (*Subject to change)
Student can expect the following schedule, depending on the weekly activities, which will vary: THEORY WEEKS Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm (some theory will be delivered online)
SPA WEEKS Mon - Wed, 12:30 - 8:30pm (days will alternate), Thur 8:30am8:30pm (shift will be split) OR 12:30pm to 8:30pm
Fri OR Sat 8:30am-4:30pm
THEORY & SPA WEEKS
MODULE EXAMS
Sept 22, 2022
Sept. 26, 2022
Combination of the above
Module theory components will occur regularly in class, online
Certain module exams may be administered online outside of class
Meet & Greet (Uniform, textbook, schedule, and reading list pick-up) 11am
First day of class
Oct. 10, 2022 Thanksgiving – no class
Nov. 11, 2022 Remembrance Day – no class
Dec. 22, 2022 - Jan. 2, 2023 Holidays - No class (Return Jan. 3/22)
Feb. 20, 2023
Family Day – no class
April 7 to 10, 2023 Easter Weekend - no class
May 22, 2023
Victoria Day - no class
June 1, 2023 Case Histories Due - no class
June 2 to 4, 2023
CIDESCO Mock Exams
June 21 & 22, 2023 No class
June 23-26, 2023 (tentative) CIDESCO Final Exams
**Any weekends (Saturday/Sunday) that occur immediately before or after a holiday will have no classes. Example: Family day is Feb. 20/23. There would be no class Feb. 18 through 20th, 2023.
Required Hours
CIDESCO and the Government of Alberta both require that students complete 1200 in this program in order to graduate, and the government requires this total to be completed in 39 weeks (9 months). The majority of in-class and spa activities will count toward this total, and the course has been structured so that the students can attain their required hours if they participate fully in all activities Students should attend all classes, both online and in-class, and all spa shifts. It is imperative that the student take ownership of their hours to ensure that they are completed. There is limited opportunity and resources to make-up for lost time if you are absent for any reason including illness
Curriculum
The program will involve a combination of:
● Lectures & class exercises (in-class and online)
● Demonstrations (in class and online)
● Assignments
● Term project
● Practice on fellow students
● Practice on models recruited by the students
● Experience working with clients in the student spa, scheduled by the school and by the students
● Exams (in-class and online)
● The Pre-Empt course (which is part of the Hygiene module) MUST be completed and a passing grade received on the quiz before being able to participate in any practical services
Lecture
Lectures will be provided in person or online (some of which are pre-recorded) At this time most lectures will be in person but are subject to change at any time
Pre-recorded lectures are to be treated as any other lecture The student is expected to login at 8:30am and put in a full day’s effort to achieve the hours allotted for that particular module
With regards to in-person lectures, students are expected to be able to sit and focus for up to 2 hours at a time. It is important for students to remain mindful of others with regards to any distractions such as frequent trips out of the room, clicking of pens, tapping of feet, crinkling of wrappers/water bottles, etc. If a lecture is missed, it is important for a student to collect any notes from a classmate as additional information is always provided in conjunction with the slides.
The course curriculum includes core subjects that will be directly tested by CIDESCO, as well as additional subjects that the students choose to participate in to give them additional hours and skills to offer employers
Additional subjects are not a requirement of CIDESCO. However, the hours provided for these subjects are counted towards the ‘buffer’ of hours CIDESCO provides in the event that a student has an unforeseen absence Students will sign up for the ‘Additional Subjects’ that interest them It is expected that a student attends the course once they commit and provide no less than one month’s notice if they can no longer attend.
CORE CIDESCO SUBJECTS
Hygiene
Contraindications
Anatomy & Physiology
Organic Chemistry
Electrical Physics
Cytology
Microbiology
Cosmetic Ingredients Metabolism
Nutrition Manicure
Pedicure Brow shaping Waxing Facial Analysis Basic Facials
Advanced Facials Day Makeup
Brow & Lash Tinting Body Analysis Body Treatments
Advanced Body Treatments Swedish-style Massage Business studies
ADDITIONAL SUBJECTS
Optional attendance
E-file Pedicure (prerequisite required)
Microdermabrasion & Glycolic Peel (prerequisite required)
Lash Lift Brow Lamination
Mandatory attendance Brand Yourself
Students should expect to spend about 70 hours per week inside and outside of class time to obtain satisfactory results.
III. POLICIES
Attendance
Students will be credited hours toward their program for time spent in class participating in lectures, activities, and skills experience in The Esthetic Institute Student Spa Students are expected to participate fully in the program. Minutes will be deducted from a student’s hours for the following reasons: ▪
Any absence from class, including leaving early. ▪
Arriving late to the appropriate classroom for 8:30am
Returning late from a class break ▪
Not participating in organized class activities both in person and online ▪
Missing or late assignments
If it becomes clear that a student will be unable to fulfill 1200 hours of meaningful participation by the end of the term, they will be withdrawn from the program, as is expected by our terms of accreditation with the government of Alberta Withdrawn students will forfeit their tuition
To accommodate the demanding schedule, it is strongly recommended that students not make significant personal plans during the term. This includes jobs, family obligations, plans with friends, special events, travelling, etc
Absences will include any time away from class regardless of the cause. If students are sick, or dependents (such as children, parents or any other person dependent on the student) require care, the time is deducted from class hours It is important that if you have dependents that require your attention (common examples are children that are sick/unable to attend daycare) that you are able to make alternate arrangements for their care so you can attend class.
Students are strongly urged to contact medical professionals in Calgary well in advance of the course start date to ensure that any conditions can be monitored and prescriptions can be acquired, if needed. Provincial medical coverage should be applied-for as soon as possible, as some day-clinics do not accept out-of-province patients Any conditions that could limit a student’s participation in the program should be dealt with thoroughly, and be completely under control, before the class start date
Participation
Students will first practice skills on other students in class prior to practicing on models/clients. Students are expected to fully participate in ALL practical skills. It is expected that students will work together with all classmates; groups will be assigned by the educators daily
Full participation will preclude students from wearing certain beauty enhancements, and so these enhancements should be removed before the applicable module begins. The following are examples:
Module
Manicure
Tinting
Facials
Makeup
Microdermabrasion
Advanced
Any nail product or enhancement (ie: gel/acrylic)
Eyelash extensions, false eyelashes, waterproof mascara, contact lenses
Any face/decollette piercings, metal ear piercings, eyelash extensions, false eyelashes
Eyelash extensions, false eyelashes
Facial piercings, eyelash extensions, false eyelashes
Metal body piercings
Eyelash extensions, false eyelashes, contact lenses
Please note that rings, bracelets, and watches are not worn during any esthetic treatments for hygienic and safety reasons. If you have such accessories which cannot be removed, please contact the Principal Educator.
If a student believes they have any condition that would interfere with participation, such as allergy, epilepsy, pacemaker, other medical condition, or any metal implants, they should contact the school as soon as possible
Models
Students will be expected to recruit models for skill practice. A model is the first person on whom a student will perform a service other than a fellow student Often, a model is a friend, acquaintance, or family member of the student, but if a student is not from the Calgary area, the school has a list of individuals who are willing to model for out-of-town students.
Class models will pay a nominal model fee, usually $10 (the model fee is $20 for courses such as chemical peel and microdermabrasion).
If the model list does not fill a student’s model requirements, other methods to recruit models include social media and active networking Students will be assigned times to bring in models, and that information will be reviewed on the first day of class It is up to students to secure models and to ensure that models are not medically or otherwise disqualified to receive the service. Models must be female for certain services including waxing and body treatments, as model sessions will not be conducted in privacy Students will not be permitted to take clients in the student spa for a particular treatment until they have shown that they can satisfactorily perform the treatment on a model.
In the event that a student does not have a model for a core CIDESCO service (ex: manicure, pedicure, facial, etc ) or the student misses any days in which new skills are taught, the student will not be allowed to perform that service in the spa. Inability to perform services in the spa will interfere with the ability to meet service quotas (discussed under ‘TEI certification’). ‘Catch-up’ days will be made available only once or twice per term, time permitting and are not to be relied upon Alternatively, a student can pay a $100 fee to arrange for observation of a model or catch-up on a skill prior to the scheduled ‘catch-up’ days.
In the event that a student does not have a model for the ‘Additional Subjects’ (listed previously), a $250 rescheduling fee will apply for another model time to be arranged. Certification in those subjects (specifically Microdermabrasion, Chemical Peel, Lash Lift, Brow Lamination and E-file Pedicure) is dependent upon completion of models Failure to recruit a model will either result in the $250 fee to reschedule or forfeiting of the certification
Clients
After demonstrating skill level satisfactorily on a model, students will gain more experience working with clients in TEI Student Spa. Spa clients will pay a special reduced rate to have a student serve them instead of a certified esthetician Clients will be members of the public who schedule appointments with the spa, or may be individuals that you have recruited yourself.
Since we cannot guarantee how many of the public will book appointments, students will likely be required to recruit some clients themselves, and the onus is on the student to ensure that they get the experience that they need.
There will be important guidelines regarding model and client recruitment reviewed on the first day of class
Students have the ability to participate in ‘Earn & Learn’ while working in the student spa. Every quarter, a student will receive 10% of their product sales and spa services to be directed into either their school account for future classes, or to the Beauty Depot to spend on products Tips earned on services will also be calculated every quarter and provided to the student.
Social Media
In an effort to help students build their social media portfolio, an arrangement will be made with students with regards to creating content for sites such as Instagram. It is important to understand that this is not a requirement of TEI or CIDESCO and that any abuse or breaking of rules in regards to the social media policy could result in this privilege being revoked The policy will be reviewed early in the term.
Assessment Module Exams
There will be frequent module exams covering the theory and practical skills learned in class. These tests are designed to ensure students understand the theory behind the services being performed, to ensure that students serving clients of the student spa have an appropriate level of knowledge, as well as to prepare students for the CIDESCO final exam. TEI module exam results will not count toward the final CIDESCO results except under circumstances where a CIDESCO examiner is not available for the final examinations, in which case examinations are adjudicated based on ‘practical evaluation’ on student performance throughout the term.
Module exams will count toward a diploma in Esthetics from TEI if all appropriate theory and practical requirements were satisfied within the time allotted for this course All exams will be conducted on the Moodle learning platform. Some may be completed at home, most will be completed in the school. For exams conducted at the school, a student will need to bring a functional laptop or tablet that is Chrome-enabled For exams conducted online at home a student will need a PC, laptop, or tablet that is
Chrome-enabled. It is important to note that cell phones cannot always support the Moodle platform. If you attempt to complete a test on your cell phone and are unable to submit the exam, you will not get another chance to complete the exam.
A passing grade on any module test is 70% for theory and 80% for practical (some exceptions apply to ‘optional classes’) Theory exams will be ongoing throughout the course, and practical exams will occur during quarterly ‘assessment days’.
Final CIDESCO Exams
Final exams will occur at the end of the term The final exams will consist of a full-day practical exam administered by a CIDESCO examiner, and a theory exam on another day. Either, or both, of these examinations could be in-person or online. A ‘passing’ mark for either examination is 70%.
Your educator will conduct a ‘mock exam’ a few weeks before the CIDESCO final Its purpose is to show the students where they still need practice, and to show the students what to expect during the final exam. The mock exam does not count toward the CIDESCO mark unless CIDESCO needs to adjudicate examinations based on a ‘practical evaluation’, but the results do count for TEI certification, if needed, and is a valuable experience to prepare for the finals
Students will be given a ‘pass’ or ‘fail’ mark for the final exams. If a student fails either of the CIDESCO final exams, they may apply at any CIDESCO school to sit for the exam again, including The Esthetic Institute. A student may sit for the CIDESCO final theory or practical exam an unlimited number of times, but only the first three times will not incur an additional examination fee. Students must sit for the CIDESCO exam at the school of their original training for the first time After that last day of the term, the CIDESCO program and EI Student Spa resources will no longer be available to the student
CIDESCO exams are conducted on an online platform run by CIDESCO, not on the Moodle platform. You must have a Chrome-enabled laptop with a functional webcam for the final exams. Tablets will not work.
Assessment Days
Three sets of assessment days will be conducted over the term. The purpose of the assessment days is to help prepare students for CIDESCO examination conditions and to monitor progress in theory knowledge and practical skills If a student’s results in a particular skill are high enough, the assessment of that skill will count toward their TEI diploma. Assessment days will consist of treatment demonstrations by the students, observed by their educators, as well as theory exams relating to those treatments.
Assessment Days will be followed by an Assessment Meeting, during which the student will meet with the principal educator to discuss their assessment results, progress in the course, and goals for improvement. These goals will be reviewed in the next assessment meeting.
Students will be issued a progress report and practical exam results after Assessment Meeting outlining their exam grades, grade average, indication of skill in treatment elements, important professional markers, as well as particular accomplishments and areas requiring development. Progress reports are used to inform students as to where they should be focusing the most effort to improve, and as a guide for educators as to a student’s strengths and areas needing further improvement when they are acting as a reference for potential employers Interviews may be conducted to review progress reports In the event that CIDESCO needs to adjudicate certification based on ‘practical evaluation’, the progress reports will be used to evaluate student performance.
Case Histories Project
As part of the final exam, students will complete a project for which three clients must be recruited for four treatments each The topic will be chosen by the student from a list of appropriate esthetic
concerns for which the student will administer different treatment plans to three clients to determine which one is the most effective treatment plan for the concern that she is researching More information about the Case Histories Project will be distributed in class
The Case Histories project is the third component of the CIDESCO examinations. Students are required by CIDESCO to pass the case study project with a score of 70% in order to pass the course and in order to sit for the final exams Students are required to submit their project by the due date and time, or their mark will be subject to deductions of 1% per day.
Uniform
TEI requires that students maintain the uniform requirements that are expected by The Esthetic Institute CIDESCO Program. Your uniform will be graded as part of progress reports and final exam. Students are expected to maintain impeccable uniform standards at all times Students will pick-up their jacket, and other supplies, before the first day of class (see “Academic Calendar”) TEI will provide the jacket and students will be responsible for completing their uniform. Students are expected to check the status of their uniform throughout the day. In addition to attire and appearance, students should ensure that they keep impeccable personal hygiene
Students will be required to wear an all-white uniform the majority of the time. All-black uniforms will be worn for certain skills. Students should be prepared for both situations from the start of class.
ATTIRE
White lab jacket/Black lab jacket ▪
Provided by Esthetic Institute (see ‘Academic Calendar’) ▪
Must appear clean, smooth and pressed. ▪ If you stain your jacket noticeably, you will be expected to purchase a new of the same model from TEI or authorized vendor PLEASE BE PREPARED TO PURCHASE A NEW JACKET IMMEDIATELY, IF REQUIRED.
White trousers/Black trousers
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Must be machine-washable
▪ Must meet the student’s ankles when standing, but not touch the ground.
▪ Must appear clean, smooth, and pressed.
▪ We recommend well-fitting ‘scrubs’, such as those worn by nurses, and these are available at uniform shops (such as Vogue and The Nursing Station) and Mark’s Polyester is recommended over cotton because cotton becomes dingey quickly; leggings and denim are not permitted in this program.
▪ If you obviously stain your trousers, or if they become dingy from colour transfer, to the point that it cannot be corrected, you will be expected to purchase new ones. PLEASE BE PREPARED.
White shoes/Black shoes
▪ Must completely cover toes and feet, including the heel
▪ Preferably no laces, for safety
▪ Must have a completely rubber sole.
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For the white shoes, no other colour but white should be very noticeable; for the black shoes, no other colour but black should be very noticeable.
▪ We recommend investing in the best-quality, supportive shoes that you can, but inexpensive versions that fit the dress code are usually available at Walmart or online.
▪ Appropriate styles would be loafers, support shoes, walking shoes, nursing shoes Style should look professional. No ‘crocs’, boots, or other overly-casual footwear.
▪ Uniform shoes are only to be worn indoors. Please have separate outdoor footwear.
▪ Only clean shoes in good condition should be worn
▪ We recommend that you source your shoes, particularly your white shoes, well in advance of class; there are many options available if you allow the time to order.
Socks
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All-white socks or stockings with white shoes; all black socks or stockings with black shoes
▪ Nude stockings are appropriate with either colour of shoe
▪ Must cover all skin that shows below the student's trouser cuff when standing and sitting, for OHS compliance as well as professional etiquette.
HAIR
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Short hair should be attractively styled in a professional manner for class
▪ Longer hair must be pulled back off the face for class.
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For models and spa days, long hair must be completely pulled-back into an up-do, with all layers and long bangs/fringe must be contained in the hairstyle, not loose, and the hairstyle must not touch the student’s shoulders, including “ponytails”; stray hairs and layers must be pinned up at all times. Hair should not be falling out the back and down the neck.
▪ Hair styling aids, such as pins and barrettes, must match the student’s hair colour, and be unobtrusive Scarves may only be worn for religious reasons and must be entirely white or black, depending on the uniform of the module. Hair styling aids should be neat, clean, and new-looking
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Appropriate styles would be short ponytails, braids, neat buns, and “up-do’s” that abide by these guidelines. Messy buns and long ponytails are not appropriate.
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Unusually-coloured/non-traditional hair colour is strongly discouraged.
JEWELLERY
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Students may wear jewellery in class if they want to, but it should compliment the tidy and conservative look of the student uniform.
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Examples of appropriate jewelry for students would be:
o Small stud earrings
o Small hoop earrings
o Short necklace with a small charm
o Short string of pearls
o Conservative watch o Wedding rings
o Small nose stud
▪ Avoid bracelets and decorative rings
▪ No jewellery that jingles or makes noise.
▪ Multiple facial piercings are discouraged.
*Please note that jewellery may not be worn during much of the spa work, including watches, rings, and facial piercings, because of the electrical equipment used and for hygiene purposes If you wear jewelry to school, please be prepared to remove it and store it in your locker If you have metal piercings or rings that you cannot remove, please contact the lead educator immediately
MAKEUP
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Makeup is required for CIDESCO Beauty Therapy students daily, even in situations where mask-wearing is mandatory
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Students will wear at least under-eye concealer and mascara, as well as foundation in the areas not covered by their mask, including the sides of the face. Students should also consider lightly contouring and lining their eyes, as well as lightly filling their eyebrows.
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NAILS
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Students should wear a traditional look; avoid very dark eyes and very exaggerated lashes
Students are expected to keep nails short and cuticles well-groomed; nails should always appear clean. Short nails are required for client comfort and hygiene. No more than 1mm growth
▪ Nail colour may be worn as long as it is not susceptible to nail polish remover and must be kept in impeccable condition at all times. This type of nail colour requires at least bi-weekly
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appointments with a technician to maintain one’s appearance at a professional level. If that is not possible for you, you should keep your nails bare
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In lieu of nail colour, nails may be buffed to a shine and kept bare, which is strongly recommended.
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For the final exams, nails and cuticles must be groomed, very short, and kept bare
*Be aware that students should not wear ANY nail product during modules involving nail treatments in order to fully participate in practical training.
Students must take care with their personal hygiene, including oral care and controlling body odor. An individual in a professional setting should never smell of cigarettes, marijuana, or any other smokable/vaping material, nor should they smell obviously of perfume.
Privacy
The majority of students at The Esthetic Institute Training Centre are adults under the law, therefore a student’s financial, academic and disciplinary standing with the Esthetic Institute will be discussed only with the student, CIDESCO representatives, and Esthetic Institute staff. Inquiries from family, spouses, etc will not be addressed Exceptions to this policy are:
● If a third party has supplied their financial information to the Esthetic Institute (a credit card number, for example), that financial information may be discussed with the third party, however it does not entitle the third party to other information
● If a student provides an Esthetic Institute staff member to a potential employer as a reference, it implies that the student gives permission for their academic and progress report records to be disclosed to the potential employer.
Confidentiality
Students should treat private conversations and correspondence between themselves and Esthetic Institute staff as private and confidential. Students should not engage other students in discussion regarding such conversations To do so may result in a notice on one’s progress reports, which are a permanent record, or disciplinary action. Interactions between students and staff may be recorded by the staff member and shared with appropriate Esthetic Institute staff.
Mobile Phones & Electronic Devices
For the comfort and consideration of fellow students and guests of TEI, mobile phone conversations are only permitted in designated areas (‘Phone Zones’). Mobile phone usage of any kind is prohibited during any class time, nor are phones to be on a student’s person during class time Mobile phones should be kept in a locker. Students may check their messages before and after the class day and during an instructor-approved break, and at no other time. There will be NO exceptions made to this rule. As per the social media agreement - staff will take before and after photos and send them to students No exceptions.
Laptops and tablets may be used to take notes during class, but are unnecessary, and it is strongly recommended that students take notes by hand for optimal learning If using a laptop or tablet, students are restricted to class-related use, and are to refrain from accessing internet-based services, entertainment, or personal files.
Watching videos or listening to music on electronic devices with audible sound is prohibited in all areas of the school.
‘Smart watches’ are prohibited for students.
Lectures may be audibly recorded Students who would like to record lectures will commit, in writing, to restricting their use of the recording to class-related activities only, and to never distribute the recording in any form or by any means.
Certain topics/activities during the term may require internet or a camera, however those topics/activities will be explicitly identified, and during those times the above policies should still be followed.
COVID-19 Related Illness and Sick Days
Due to the ongoing circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, there are protocols that the Esthetic Institute has put in place to keep everyone safe. These protocols have been developed based on the most current provincial legislation available to us at the time of this document preparation
In the event that anyone develops any of the following symptoms as per the Alberta Health Services website, you will be required to leave school and/or stay home from class. Any of the following symptoms that are new or worsening that will require a student to stay home:
● fever
● new onset of cough or worsening chronic cough
● new or worsening shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
● sore throat
● runny nose
● loss of sense of smell or taste
● chills
● painful swallowing
● stuffy nose
● muscle or joint aches
● feeling unwell, fatigue or severe exhaustion
● nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or unexplained loss of appetite
● conjunctivitis (pink eye)
Should you become symptomatic, whether you are vaccinated or not, you will need to isolate yourself until your symptoms are gone. If a concern is raised about your health or you come to school and sound unwell, a rapid covid test may be requested
If at any time you have questions or are unsure of how to proceed, you can contact Angela via email: angela@estheticinstitute.ca
You can reference the following site for the most up to date information: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/topics/Page17260.aspx
IV. CERTIFICATION
The CIDESCO program at The Esthetic Institute offers two levels of certification to successful candidates, one diploma from CIDESCO, and another diploma from The Esthetic Institute.
CIDESCO certification
Upon passing the CIDESCO final theory and practical exams, as well as the Case Histories Project, the candidate will receive a letter confirming that they have passed the CIDESCO final exams. After 600 hours of work experience at approved spa/beauty establishments, the candidate may apply to receive their full certification and diploma from CIDESCO, through their Principal Educator. Documentation from the employer is required in the form of a formal letter from the manager or owner, or a Record of Employment if the candidate is no longer employed at a particular establishment
As previously stated, modular marks and progress reports will be used if CIDESCO must adjudicate examinations based on ‘practical evaluation’.
TEI certification
Regardless of whether or not the candidate passes the CIDESCO final exams on the first attempt, they may have earned individual module certificates and/or a diploma in Esthetics from The Esthetic Institute. Participation in the individual module theory exams and practical assessments is mandatory Students will be granted TEI certificates/diplomas at the end of the term if they meet the following criteria:
Module Theory Exam In-spa Quotas Practical Exam Manicure/Pedicure Yes
Minimum 7 each manicure and pedicure, with regular polish.
Yes
Tinting & Lash Lift No No minimum No
Waxing Yes
Yes
chest or back, 2 lip, 3 underarms; 3 arms
Advanced Pedicure (e-file) No Minimum 4 Yes
Facial Yes Minimum 15 Yes
Electrical facial modality Yes Minimum 8 each Yes Make-Up Yes Minimum 6 Yes Microdermabrasion & Peel Yes 2 each (done in class) Yes Swedish Massage Yes Minimum 4 Yes
Body Treatments Yes Minimum 2 body wraps, 2 dry brush, 2 scrubs
Yes
Body modality Yes Minimum 4 each Yes
V. STUDENT BEHAVIOR
Students are expected to act with professionalism and decorum at all times Students should help to maintain a positive and helpful atmosphere in class and in their interactions with each other, actively choosing to behave in a manner that supports the health and morale of the team. Behavior that is inconsiderate or inappropriate in a professional setting will be recorded and addressed in person and/or in the student’s quarterly reports.
If a students exhibits any of the following behaviors, they may be expelled from the EI CIDESCO program, and from attending future classes at The Esthetic Institute:
● Cheating ● Bullying ● Theft
● Divulging confidential conversations or information/gossiping ● Plagiarism ● Vandalism
● Being under the influence of drugs or alcohol, including marijunana
● Belligerent behavior
● Purpetrating sexual harassment
A student that has been removed from the CIDESCO program for either behavior or lack of participation hours forfeits all CIDESCO tuition and fees Any acquired student aid or student loans will still need to be repaid by the student The government of Alberta requires The Esthetic Institute to withdraw a student from this program if it appears that they will not be able to complete their required hours for any reason.
VI. APPEALS
Student Appeals Policy
A student (appellant) may appeal any grade for an assignment that contributes to the final grade Appeals of both failing and passing grades may be considered During the course of the CIDESCO program, the Case Studies Final Project falls under this jurisdiction, however the CIDESCO international examiner is permitted to supersede the mark of the Case Studies Final Project if he/she disagrees with the mark that was issued by the educator.
The appellant must follow the procedures outlined in the appropriate section of this document If the appeal is misdirected, the school administrator in receipt of the appeal shall redirect the appeal to the School Education Director
The appeal of a Case Histories Project grade and subsequent remarking, if appropriate, shall result in one of three possible outcomes:
1. the grade remains the same
2. the grade is raised
3. the grade is lowered.
An appeal for the assignment of grades on substantive grounds can be made when:
1 an appellant believes a grade to coursework was assigned on some basis other than academic achievement
2 the evaluation standards applied to the assignment of the grade are unreasonable
Step One – Request for an Informal Review by Principal Educator of Program
The appellant must request an informal review of the assigned grade with the principal educator This request must be made within thirty (30) days of receiving the grade
The Principal Educator can:
1. remark the coursework in question and assign an outcome as described above;
2. decline to proceed if sufficient grounds have not been established.
The Principal educator must discuss the matter with the appellant and provide a decision, in writing, to the appellant within ten (10) business days of receiving the informal review request.
Step Two – Appeal to Education Director
An Appellant who is not satisfied with the Step One decision may appeal in writing to the Education Director within thirty (30) days of receiving the Step One decision. The appeal must be in writing, specify the reasons for making a further appeal and include all additional information or documentation the Appellant wishes to be considered.
The Education Director can:
1 remark the coursework in question and assign an outcome
2 arrange to have the coursework remarked by an alternate competent marker
3 decline to proceed if sufficient grounds have not been established
The Education Director must discuss the matter with the appellant and provide a decision, in writing, to the appellant within ten (10) business days of receiving the Step Two appeal request
An appellant may also be at risk of being expelled from the program, which may be due to several reasons outlined in the student handbook An appeal for being expelled from the programme can be made when:
1 an appellant believes they are unfairly at risk from being expelled from the programme
Step One – Appeal to Education Director
An Appellant who has been advised via written notification that they are at risk of being expelled from the program may appeal in writing to the Education Director within ten (10) days of receiving notice
The appeal must be in writing, specify the reasons for making a further appeal and include all additional information or documentation the Appellant wishes to be considered
A meeting will then be set up with the Education Director within five (5) days to discuss whether the student is permitted to stay in the program. Each case will be reviewed individually and will ultimately be up to the Education Director whether the student remains at risk for being expelled.