Education Information
At Nove Academy, our goal is to empower and encourage each person
attending our school to reach their full potential both in confidence and skill.
Students will become proficient in their chosen areas of expertise through the
help of skilled Journeyperson instructors, spectacular staff, and a brand new
facility with a state of the art classroom.
Our objective at Nove is to create a balanced and relaxed atmosphere of work,
play, and inspiration so that each student we have the pleasure of teaching
leaves feeling motivated to reach their full potential in this ever changing trade.
Believe you can. Welcome to Nove, we look forward to meeting you!
The programs at Nove Academy have been reviewed and approved by the
Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission, and qualify
as technical training credit towards Journeyperson Certification.
Our Philosophy
Gel Nail Technology
Beginner Course
5 days over 5 weeks
*Textbook Required
Nove’s Gel Nail Technology course prepares students with the crucial
knowledge and skills to enter this exciting industry. This course is ideal for
students that enjoy creativity, artistry, interacting with people, and who possess
a passion for learning. The key focus of the program is to teach students the skills
necessary to perform nail services with confidence and proficiency. This is
achieved through personalized teaching plans, attentiveness to student needs,
and focused professional material delivery. We at Nove are dedicated to
student success with great attention paid to sanitation/disinfection, overcoming
nail disorder obstacles, structure, building business, professionalism, and of
course, beauty.
Disinfection Problem Solving Introductory Nail Art
Sanitization Natural Nail Care Nail Repair/Troubleshooting
Nail Disorders Tip and Form Application Nail Maintenance
Diseases UV/LED Gel Gel Nail Fills
Anatomy and Physiology UV/LED Gel Polish Business Information
Client Care Nail Wraps Journeyperson Information
Consultations Overlays Electric File Training
Professionalism Colored Gels
Curriculum
Manicuring
Beginner Course
2 days over 2 weeks
*Textbook Required
Nove’s Manicure course provides students with the knowledge and skills to
perform this relaxing and therapeutic service. This course is ideal for students
who are looking to get into the world of nail services and would like to start
with a well-rounded natural nail understanding first. Alternatively, for any nail
technician looking to add to their repertoire of nail care services, manicuring
is the foundation of all nail care and will never go out of style. Great attention
will be paid to sanitation/disinfection, nail diseases and disorders, basic
manicuring, business building, professionalism, and, of course, beauty. In
addition, students are also taught spa manicures and UV cured polish
application, which is currently taking the industry by storm.
Curriculum
Disinfection/Sanitization Paraffin Treatments
Nail Disorders/ Diseases UV Cured Polish
Anatomy and Physiology Salon Business
Client Care/Consultations Journeyperson Information
Professionalism
Natural Nail Care
Spa Manicure
French Manicure
Hot Stone Massage
*BOOKED AS A PRIVATE CLASS*
Pedicuring Beginner Course
2.5 days over 3 weeks
*Textbook Required
Curriculum
Disinfection/Sanitization Introduction to Reflexology
Nail Disorders/Diseases Introduction to Diabetic/Geriatric Foot Care
Anatomy and Physiology UV Cured Polish
Consultations Journeyperson Information
Problem Solving
Basic/Spa Pedicure
Specialized Pedicures
Hot Stone Massage
Paraffin Treatments
Introduction to Aromatherapy
Manicure & Pedicure Combination Beginner Course
3 days over 3 weeks
*Textbook Required
Nove’s Manicure/Pedicure combination course provides an in depth, all-
encompassing course containing all the knowledge and skills needed to perform
both manicure and pedicure services. This course is ideal for students interested
in both areas of expertise. The key focus of the program is to teach students the
skills necessary to perform both services with confidence and proficiency. Great
attention will be paid to sanitation/disinfection, nail diseases and disorders, nail
care safety, basic/spa hand and foot services, building business, professionalism,
and, of course, beauty. In addition, students are taught how to perform
specializations, introductory aromatherapy, reflexology, and the application of
UV cured polish, which is currently taking the industry by storm. As an added
bonus, this kit includes spa pedicure supplies to experiment with and enjoy.
Curriculum
Disinfection/Sanitization
Nail Disorders/Diseases
Anatomy and Physiology
Consultations
Problem Solving
Basic/Spa Manicure/Pedicure
Specialized Manicures/Pedicures
Hot Stone Massage
Paraffin Treatments
Introduction to Aromatherapy
Introduction to Diabetic/Geriatric Foot Care
UV Cured Polish
Journeyperson Information
Nail Art Advanced Course: prerequisite of Gel Nails required
1/2 Day
Nove’s Nail Art class is a half day application course for existing nail
technicians who would like to add to their repertoire of services. This course is
ideal for any professional who would like to add creativity, artistry, and extra
income to their current nail enhancement services. Students will learn a
variety of techniques, such as marbleizing and free hand painting. With the
added benefit of a private class, students can request to learn other art
forms not included in the curriculum! Existing clients will love the change and
be thrilled to receive it!
Curriculum
Swarovski Crystal Placement
Blending
Glitter Sugaring
Marbleizing
Free Hand Painting
3D Art
Negative Space
Chrome
*BOOKED AS A PRIVATE CLASS*
Introductory Acrylic Nails
Prerequisite of Gel Nails required
1 day class
Nove’s Introductory Acrylic Nail course is a one day application course for
existing nail technicians who would like to add to their repertoire of services.
Technicians who graduate from this course will have the capability to perform
this world wide universal service. Technicians will gain introductory knowledge
of one color and two color acrylic applications, crack repair, fills, and removal.
Whether you’re interested in working in town, abroad, or simply would like to
complete your nail technology arsenal so that you might apply for your
Provincial Journeyperson Examinations, this is the program for you.
Curriculum
Disinfection/Sanitization
Consultations
Professionalism
Problem Solving
Natural Nail Care
Nail Repair
Acrylic Nail Overlay
Acrylic Nail French
Fills and Maintenance
Acrylic Nail Removal
*BOOKED AS A PRIVATE CLASS*
Electric Filing
Prerequisite of Gel Nails required
1/2 Day
Nove’s Electric File course is for existing nails technicians who would like to
add to their existing nail enhancement service. This course is ideal for any
professional looking to add speed, precision, and ergonomics to their nail
enhancement services. Students will learn basic techniques such as fills,
maintenance, shaping, and removal.
*BOOKED AS A PRIVATE CLASS*
Curriculum
Mandrel and arbor bands
Diamond bits
Carbide bits
Product takedown
Finish filing
Cuticle work
Safety
Disinfecting
Lash Extensions Beginner Course
3 days over 3 weeks
Nove’s Lash Extension course provides students with the necessary skills and
knowledge needed to perform beautiful and safe extension services. This
program is ideal for the students who like to perform precise, patient, and artistic
work. With world renowned education as our base, this course is sure to leave an
impression.
Using a variety of different products, this program teaches students product
knowledge, mink individual lash application, party lash application, lash art,
sanitation/disinfection procedures, service safety, and problem solving. Great
attention will be on sanitation/disinfection, skin disorders and diseases,
professionalism, and client consultation.
Curriculum
Professional Ethics
Disinfection/Sanitization
Skin/Eye Diseases & Disorders
Client Consultation
Safe Application Procedures
Step-by-Step Procedure
Current Styles
Lash Art Application
Problem Solving
Volume Lash Extensions Prerequisite of Lash Extensions required
2 days over 2 weeks
Lashing has become a trendy and ever evolving facet of the esthetics industry.
Students will be equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge needed to
perform beautiful and safe volume extension services. This program is ideal for
the technician who desires to improve on lash density, natural lash integrity, and
fullness with classic lash sets. The class teaches new techniques to wow your
clients, using the finest lash extension weights to create a lash set of 200-700
lashes per eye. Great attention will be placed on sanitation/disinfection,
professionalism and safe extension application.
Curriculum
Professional Ethics
Disinfection/Sanitization
Client Consultation
Safe Application Procedures
Step-by-Step Volume Lash Framing
Problem Solving
Lash Lift and Tint Beginner Course
1 Day
Nove’s Lash Lift and Tint course is the perfect marriage of curl and color. Lash
lifting creates a beautiful curl to lashes, making the eyes appear more open.
Mixed with the vividness of tinted lashes and brows, features on the face pop.
This program teaches students product knowledge, sanitation/disinfection
procedures, service safety and problem solving. Great attention will be on
sanitation/disinfection, skin/eye disorders and diseases, professionalism, client
consultation, and much more.
Curriculum
Disinfection/Sanitization Skin Diseases and Disorders
Client Consultations Safe Application Procedures
Contraindications Lash Lift Procedure
Lash and Brow Tinting Aftercare
Lash and Brow Perm/Tint Beginner Course
1 Day
Nove’s Lash/Brow Tinting and Perming course provides students with the
necessary skills and knowledge needed to perform a beautiful and safe lash
perm/tint or brow tint service. This program teaches students product
knowledge, sanitation/disinfection procedures, service safety and problem
solving. Great attention will be on sanitation/disinfection, skin/eye disorders and
diseases, professionalism, client consultation, and much more.
Please Note: This class can be broken down into individual courses:
Lash and Brow Tinting
Lash Perming
Curriculum
Professional Ethics
Disinfection/Sanitization
Skin Diseases and Disorders
Client Consultations
Safe Application Procedures
Contraindications
Step-By-Step Procedures
Problem Solving
*BOOKED AS A PRIVATE CLASS*
Facial and Body Waxing Beginner Course
2 days over 2 weeks
*Textbook Required
Nove’s Facial and Body Waxing course equips students with the necessary skills
and knowledge needed to perform body and facial epilation procedures using
various waxing methods. The program teaches students product knowledge,
sanitation/disinfection procedures, specialty waxing techniques, and problem
solving. Students will receive all of the necessary knowledge and supporting
material to practice safe and result driven services for their future clients. This is
an intimate setting with care given from our educators, as well as unlimited use
of the classroom supplies. We ensure that each person leaving our class will feel
comfortable and confident to perform a proper waxing service for their guests.
Professional Ethics
Hygiene and Disinfection
Skin Diseases/Disorders
Study of Skin and Hair
Classification of Hair Types
Client Consultations
Client Care
Proper Use of Different Waxes
Time Management
Treating Ingrown Hair
Eyebrow Shaping
Various Methods of Hair Removal
Waxing Male Clients
Step-by-Step Waxing Procedure
Equipment Care
Problem Solving
Journeyperson Information
Curriculum
Facial Waxing and Tinting
Beginner Course
1 Day
Nove’s Facial Waxing and Tinting class is for the student who is interested in
specializing their wax services. The program teaches students product
knowledge, sanitation/disinfection procedures, specialty waxing techniques
and problem solving, as well as the added benefit of brow and lash tinting.
Students will receive the necessary knowledge and supporting material to
practice safe and result driven services for their future clients. If you are
interested in adding waxing to your service menu but would like to focus only
on the facial area, this course is for you!
Curriculum
Professional Ethics
Hygiene and Disinfection
Skin Diseases and Disorders
Study of Skin and Hair
Classification of Hair Types
Client Consultation
Proper Use of Different Types
of Waxes
Treating Ingrown Hair
Please Note: All students looking to obtain their Journeyperson certification
must take the full Facial and Body Waxing course.
Eyebrow Shaping
Various Methods of Hair Remov-
al
Male Clients
Step-by-Step Waxing Procedure
Step-by-Step Lash and Brow Tint-
ing Procedures
Problem Solving
Troubleshooting
Advanced Course
1/2 Day
Nove’s Troubleshooting course is for any technician who is having trouble with
their area of expertise and would like a little extra help with perfecting their
skill. Here at Nove, our spectacular educators want nothing more than to see
people in our industry succeed and do well. If your trouble is within the scope
of the classes we offer here at our academy, we will do our very best to
improve speed, precision, and knowledge in the area being challenged.
Speak to one of our knowledgeable staff to see if this troubleshooting class is
right for you!
*BOOKED AS A PRIVATE CLASS*
Guest Education
In order to provide a well-rounded education, Nove often hosts guest educators in
our facility. We are fortunate to have educators who are willing to share their
advanced area of expertise!
Please call the store or follow our Facebook page for continual updates on our
workshops.
Benefits of our Facility
Student/Graduate Supply Discount
During class, students have the convenience of our Wholesale Salon and Esthet-
ics store should the need for supplies come at any time. Supplies are discounted
to students in select courses starting on their first day of class and continuing for
three months as a thank you for joining our family (some restrictions apply). Nove
also has a referral program.
Referral Program
If you refer any students to us, you will receive a $50 credit on your account once
the student has begun class with us. Name must be mentioned at time of registra-
tion to receive credit.
Private Class Pricing
Nove offers private pricing on all of our regular scheduled classes. Please contact
us for pricing and available dates.
Deposits To secure a spot in any one of our classes, a deposit must be paid (please inquire
about class deposits with our staff using the contact information provided below).
However, if for any reason you need to cancel or move the class date, you can
do so at any time before the deadline. Deadline for deposit refund is 7 days prior
to class date. Anything past will result in a non-refundable deposit. Classes must
be completed within 3 months of the start date.
Models Models are required both during and outside of class in order for students to learn
proper techniques. It is the student’s responsibility to supply their own models.
Contact If you would like to sign up for a class, inquire about a class, or would just like more
information about our school and education center, please contact us!
306-975-3773
1233 Quebec Avenue, Saskatoon, SK S7K 1V3