C C C A - Canadian Cosmetics Careers Association [C] 1999

Membership

When you join the CCCA, you will not receive a Membership card. You will start receiving our Newsletters, which are published three times a year. You will also be added to our Membership Roster, which is published and mailed out once a year, usually in the Spring. You will also receive any correspondence by mail such as notification of our Annual General Meeting and our Award of Merit.

During the past 25+ years the association has served its members and fulfilled this mission statement by providing:

The Cosmetics Correspondence Course - An independent course of study that allows individuals to study at their own pace and during times convenient for them. Upon successful completion of the exam, graduates receive an industry recognized diploma.
The National Cosmetician Accreditation Program which assists customers,
employers and the industry to recognizing excellent cosmeticians.
The CCCA Award of Merit which recognizes individual excellence in our industry.
College Student Bursaries for students enrolled in Cosmetics programs.
Membership costs are $25.00 per year ($15.00 for students).

For your annual membership you receive:
Subscription to the tri-annual CCCA Newsletter
Inclusion in and a copy of the CCCA Membership Roster

Networking

CCCA events provide participants with an opportunity to share thoughts with fellow industry professionals. Members include beauty advisors, estheticians, cosmetic department managers, buyers, owners, managers, direct sales consultants, training directors, marketing and brand managers, sales representatives, educators, consultants, free-lance demonstrators and makeup artists, human resources personnel, administrators, advertisers, public relations officers, journalists, packaging company employees and raw materials suppliers.

Excerpts From Our Newsletter

The tri-annual Newsletter provides members with information on current topics involving the industry and features reviews, new product trends, member profiles, announcements and reports on Association activities.

Cosmetics Correspondence Course

The fifth edition of the Cosmetics Correspondence Course is a valuable resource for students who prefer the convenience of at-home study. As the only known Course of its kind in the world, graduates are from across Canada, the United States and abroad. Presented in two units, the Course has been designed for those who are interested in developing skills for a career in cosmetics and fragrance retailing. The Course also serves as a reference book for corporations, retailers and libraries. Upon successful completion of the examination, graduates are presented with a personalized certificate and complimentary annual membership. The outstanding graduate of the year is also recognized with a gold CCCA pin.

Accreditation

The CCCA has established a national accreditation program to recognize the knowledge and professionalism of cosmeticians, while maintaining the integrity and standards of the industry.

Award Of Merit

Established in 1980, this prestigious award is presented annually to a member of the Canadian cosmetics and fragrance community to recognize his/her personal commitment and professional contributions to the industry. Nominations are made by CCCA members and judged by a team of industry representatives.

Past Award of Merit Winners

Dorothy Kingsley - 1981
Anne Karpati - 1982
Jean Bourke - 1983
Patricia Blakely - 1984
Colin Lorimer - 1985
Ed Bodner - 1986
Barbara MacLellan - 1987
Jack Leitman - 1988
Debbie Purvis - 1989
Dale Peers - 1990
Sherry Abbott - 1991
Jacquie Sharpe - 1992
Sherry Wesa - 1993
Shirley Northorp - 1994
Heather Hardie - 1995
Marion Leyland - 1996
Jude Hodgson - 1997
Ron Wood - 1998
Christine Peters - 1999
Madeleine Dennett - 2000
Susan Kirsch - 2001
Shelley McColl - 2002
Jacqueline Hutchinson - 2003
Darline Chalmer - 2004
Barbara Hannah - 2005
Doug Atkinson - 2006
Jim Hicks - 2007

Roster

A directory of current members is revised on an annual basis and sent to all members once a year.

Bursaries

The CCCA provides bursaries to support outstanding community college students studying in cosmetics-related programs. Nominations are based on academic achievements, dedication and consistent performance. The award includes one-year membership, complimentary admission to the seminars and a commemorative certificate.

Annual Holiday Social

Each holiday season, the CCCA organizes a traditional meal, music, and a fund-raising draw.

Look Good...Feel Better

The CCCA has been involved with fund-raising activities and training for Look Good...Feel Better, a program for individuals living with cancer, offered through the Canadian Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrance Association Foundation. Many CCCA members are certified educators, team leaders and volunteer cosmetologists for this program.

For More Information - Membership Form

For more information regarding membership or services, click here for a printable version of our 2007/2008 Membership Application. Simply print out the form, and mail it in to the applicable address with your payment.