Cosmetology: Esthetics Technology
Esthetics Technology: Master the Art of Skin Care
Radiant skin is always in! The Esthetics Technology program trains you in the science and art of skincare, providing the hands-on experience you need to excel in the beauty industry.
What You’ll Learn
This program focuses on professional esthetics and includes:
- Advanced Skin Care Techniques
- Business & Human Relations Skills
- Product Knowledge & Application
- Simulated Salon Training for Real-World Experience
From facial treatments to the latest skincare trends, you’ll build the skills to provide exceptional client care.
Career Opportunities
Graduates are prepared to take the North Carolina Cosmetology State Board Licensing Exam and pursue careers as:
- Estheticians in Beauty & Cosmetic Salons
- Platform Artists for Skincare Brands
- Specialists in the Beauty Industry
Turn your passion for skincare into a thriving career.
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C55230 (Certificate)
This curriculum provides competency-based knowledge, scientific/artistic principles and hands-on fundamentals associated with the art of skin care. The curriculum provides a simulated salon environment which enables students to develop manipulative skills.
Course work includes instruction in all phases of professional Esthetics Technology, business/human relations, product knowledge and other related topics.
Graduates should be prepared to take the North Carolina Cosmetology State Board Licensing Exam and, upon passing, be licensed and qualified for employment in beauty and cosmetic/skin care salons, as a platform artist, and in related businesses.
In addition to the courses listed below, students may be required to take transition/co-requisite classes based on RISE criteria. These classes do not count toward hours required for graduation.
Students may enter this curriculum at the start of any semester. Availability of this curriculum will be determined by a sufficient number of students enrolling in this program.
Esthetics Course information
Day class is Monday- Thursday 8:30 am - 2:30 pm
Day class is a CURRICULUM program. We take new students twice a year:
| Semester | Classes |
|---|---|
| Semester one (Spring 16 weeks) | COS 119 & COS 120 |
| Semester two (Summer 8 weeks) | COS 125 AB & COS 126 AB |
| Semester three (Fall 8 weeks) | COS 125 BB & COS 126 BB |
OR
| Semester | Classes |
|---|---|
| Semester one (Fall 16 weeks) | COS 119 & COS 120 |
| Semester two (Spring 16 weeks) | COS 125 & COS 126 |
Evening class is Monday - Thursday 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Evening class is a CON ED program. The training and information received in our con ed program is the same as our curriculum program. This program meets less hours daily and without the breaks of curriculum semesters. All time missed must be made up on pre scheduled makeup days.
Two enrollment times available:
| January enrollment Attends January - December | OR | July enrollment Attends July - June |
Both day and evening courses have a strict attendance policy. After passing all classes and completing the requirements set by the NC Cosmetic Arts Board, you will receive your Esthetic Certificate from both day or evening classes. To complete the licensure process you will then go for State Board Exams, one written (computerized) and one practical (hands on). You cannot switch between day and evening classes after starting.
The process of application is different for each class. Please contact Jamie Smith at 828-659-0439 or the contact form below for more information.
We also offer Esthetic Instructor training both day and evening to licensed Estheticians, the class schedule is different from the esthetics course, please call for that information.