John Casablancas Institute

The Fashion Business & Creative Arts Diploma Program succeeds in helping graduates make their passion their career with a program unlike any other. Covering a wide spectrum of the Fashion industry, this program prepares students for careers in merchandising, buying, sales, design, public relations, advertising/marketing, importing/ exporting, creative direction, illustration, bridal consulting, and much more. Each course within the program consists of interactive lectures, in-class discussions and practical assignments. You’ll have the chance to immerse yourself in hands-on learning with a series of talks from industry leaders, as well as field trips that align your course material. These networking opportunities outside the classroom will help you foster connections with industry experts, giving you a serious edge when it’s time to pursue your career upon graduation.

We developed this program to offer students like you the most advanced body spa and esthetics curriculum out there. That’s why we teamed up with the top medical estheticians, aromatherapists, nail technicians, and holistic massage practitioners in the industry — to make sure that your coursework and methods are always cutting-edge. To top it off, our beautiful, modern facilities ensure your training takes place in a realistic spa setting.

The program is 49-weeks long, and is one-of-a-kind in professional spa training, encompassing basic and advanced spa services. As a student, you’ll study in-depth theory and gain practical knowledge. You’ll have constant opportunities to practice and hone your skills — on family members and friends to start, then eventually on real clients. You’ll also take weekly tests, work on creative projects and master spa floor services. By the end of the program, you’ll be spa-ready—projecting professionalism and confidence when it comes to every spa service in the book.

JCI’s award-winning Makeup Artistry Diploma Program has a reputation for supplying the most sought-after graduates who become movers and shakers in the industry. During the ten-month, full-time program, you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of makeup artistry-form everyday beauty to nightmare-inducing special effects. Our instructors are graduates themselves, which means they can relate to you every step of the way. They’re also successful artists in a variety of fields, so your course material will always be cutting-edge and relevant. We’ve kept our class sizes small (16 students max.) to ensure you receive the individual attention you need. This also fosters a sense of community between you and your fellow artists.

As the pioneer of prosthetic lab techniques and face-casting in Western Canada, JCI is often the first stop for recruiters. Our dedicated Industry Liaison, Jennine, will work with you to think beyond the classroom— where will you go from here? Jennine has a network of connections at her disposal, which means job postings are communicated directly to you. Whether you want to pursue makeup artistry in fashion, film, or special effects, an education at JCI will give you a serious advantage when starting your career.