Holistic Facial Certification Course
"Learn to deliver deeply healing, natural spa facial treatments that address skin, stress, and energy.
Includes facial massage with lymphatic drainage and pressure points massage.
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Online with virtual training.
Private hands on training available (inquire)
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Cost $895
A holistic facial is a natural, mind-body-soul skincare treatment that goes beyond improving skin — it promotes overall well-being. Using organic products like essential oils and plant extracts, it combines massage, aromatherapy, breathwork, and even energy healing to enhance circulation, relaxation, and emotional balance. Treatments are personalized based on lifestyle, stress, and diet. The goal: restore inner and outer balance for glowing skin and long-term stress relief.
Holistic Facial Certification Course Outline
Train in the art of holistic, plant-based skincare using botanicals, essential oils, facial massage, and natural product blending.
Part One: Online Theory
(Approx. 8–10 hours, self-paced)
Build your foundational knowledge of holistic skin science through downloadable PDFs and slideshow-style learning. Study at your own pace, anytime.
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Personal Hygiene & Bacteriology
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Skin Anatomy & Histology
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Dermatology Overview
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Fitzpatrick Skin Typing
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Understanding Skin Conditions
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Skincare Fundamentals
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Natural Ingredients & Botanical Skin Health
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Essential Oils for Holistic Skincare (reference guide)
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Lymphatic Drainage
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Pressure point massage
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Gua Sha Theory (reference only)
Includes downloadable PDFs and videos
Watch step-by-step demonstrations as you learn our Signature Holistic Facial Protocol, designed to restore both skin and spirit.
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Cleansing & Exfoliation (natural-based)
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Hot Towel Application
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Facial Pressure Point Massage
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Lymphatic Drainage Massage
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Clay Mask & Botanical Serum Application
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Oil & Cream Massage Techniques
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Breathwork, energy balancing touches & finishing steps
Includes downloadable PDFs and videos
PART TWO:
Practice on models and submit case studies (instructions will be in your course)
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Hands on training workshop (one day) Kelowna B.C.
Online with virtual training
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Sign up and Purchase the course — receive instant access and login credentials
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Starter kit shipped to your door
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Complete theory modules at your own pace
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Unlock training videos
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Practice on models, submit two case studies
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Receive virtual support and mentorship throughout
Online with hands on training workshop
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Register for hands on training
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You will receive an invoice for payment and secure your spot
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Upon payment you will receive a link and password for part one.
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Confirm workshop date
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Starter kit will be received at the workshop
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Come to the academy for a workshop and have fun!
HOLISTIC FACIALIST CERTIFICATION $895
Course comes with a lab botanicals starter kit:
Learn how to mix, blend and customise your skin treatments using natural botanicals.
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cleanse. activate. milk and gel
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delicate exfoliating rice polish
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gentle facial sugar
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rose floral water
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lavender and orange flower water spritz
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botanical clay masks (white, green and pink)
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natural shea butter facial cream
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pure hyaluronic serum
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essential oils blends
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massage oil blends. (nut free, lavender rose)
Upon certification you will have access to wholesale pricing for botanicals.
Nicola Finch
With over 40 years of experience in the aesthetics industry, Nicola Finch is a seasoned expert and educator in the field.
She began her journey in 1983, earning her esthetics diploma from the Blanche MacDonald Centre in Vancouver, British Columbia. Since then, she has continued to grow her expertise with additional certifications in Laser Hair Removal and Medical Aesthetics.
“In 2000, while teaching at the Canadian Institute of Natural Health and Healing, I developed the Holistic Facial Course and Spa Facial Course. After founding my own school, I continued to share this method with students for many years, eventually expanding my teachings to include aesthetics and advanced courses in Medical Aesthetics.
Today, I am thrilled to see the industry returning to a more natural, holistic approach to skincare. It’s with great pride that we are once again offering the Holistic Facial Course—rooted in tradition, guided by experience, and aligned with the future of beauty.”
NOTE: This course is designed for students that offer skin treatments, massage, facials, esthetics, medical aesthetics, clinical skincare, spa treatments, nurse or energy work / reiki. It is not a course for job placement.