Our Esthetics Program includes 523 total hours of comprehensive classroom and clinical training.

The length of the program is 8 to 9 months, depending on whether you enroll in the daytime or evening cohort:

• Daytime Cohort: Approximately 8 months

• Evening Cohort: Approximately 9 months

Both tracks fully prepare you with the required hours, hands-on clinical practice, and advanced instruction needed to sit for your state licensing exam

Yes, absolutely! Hands-on experience is a core part of our curriculum.

Once you complete your foundational classroom theory and practical safety protocols, you will transition to our student clinic floor. Under the direct supervision and guidance of experienced educators, you will practice on real clients, performing professional treatments including:

• Customized facials and skin analysis

• Advanced treatment modalities (chemical peels, microdermabrasion, dermaplaning, etc.)

• Brow and lash services

• Facial and body hair removal

Working in our student clinic allows you to build real-world confidence, master client consultations, practice retail recommendations, and perfect your treatment speed before graduation.

You will receive all required learning materials and tools needed to complete your coursework and clinical practice.

Uniforms are not included in tuition. Students are responsible for purchasing their own scrubs/uniforms according to our school dress code guidelines prior to the first day of class. Detailed dress code requirements will be provided in your enrollment packet.

Our curriculum covers a blend of foundational skincare science, advanced clinical modalities, lash and brow services, and practical spa business skills:

• Foundational Skincare & Facials: Skin analysis, skin anatomy and physiology, customized facial protocols, deep cleansing, exfoliation, and facial massage techniques.

• Advanced Clinical Modalities: Dermaplaning, microdermabrasion, chemical peels, microcurrent, LED light therapy, nano-infusion, microchanneling, facial cupping, and gua sha.

• Lash & Brow Artistry: Brow shaping, brow waxing, brow tinting/staining, brow lamination, and lash lifting/tinting.

• Hair Removal & Sanitation: Facial waxing, body waxing, and strict infection control, sanitation, and safety protocols adhering to State Board standards.

• Spa Business & Professionalism: Client consultation, retail product recommendations, appointment management, client retention, and spa business fundamentals.

Yes! We believe that mastering technical skills is only half of a successful esthetics career—understanding business operations is what builds long-term success.

Integrated directly into our curriculum, you will learn essential business and career management skills, including:

• Building & Retaining a Clientele: Effective consultation techniques, rebooking strategies, and retail product recommendations.

• Independent Practice Fundamentals: Basics of setting up a booth rental, suite, or solo practice, including licensing, insurance, and startup budgeting.

• Spa Operations & Systems: Utilizing modern booking, scheduling, and client management software.

• Marketing & Professional Branding: Strategies for defining your target market, social media best practices, and building a professional personal brand.

• Financial Essentials: Understanding service pricing, cost of goods, retail markup, and profit margins.

A license in esthetics opens doors to a diverse range of work environments and specialties across the beauty and wellness industry. Graduates can pursue careers in settings such as:

• Spas & Wellness Centers: Day spas, resort spas, destination spas, and holistic wellness centers performing customized facials, body treatments, and relaxation services.

• Solo Entrepreneurship & Suite Rentals: Launching your own independent practice, suite rental, or mobile esthetics business as your own boss.

• Medical Esthetics Settings: Working alongside medical professionals in medspas, dermatology clinics, or plastic surgery centers performing advanced clinical skincare protocols.

• Specialty Studios & Bars: Focusing exclusively on niche services at lash bars, brow studios, or full-body waxing centers.

• Brand Representation & Education: Serving as an account executive, brand educator, or sales representative for professional skincare lines and equipment manufacturers.

• Media & Beauty Industry Roles: Working as a skincare consultant, beauty editor, film/TV makeup artist, or bridal beauty specialist

Yes. Our 523-hour Esthetics Program is specifically designed to meet and exceed the educational clock-hour requirements established by the State of Wisconsin for esthetician licensure , which is a total of 450-hours.

Upon successful completion of all required program hours, coursework, and practical clinic criteria, you will receive a graduation diploma verifying your hours and making you eligible to apply and sit for the Wisconsin State Board licensing exams

Yes, absolutely. Preparing you to pass your licensing exams with confidence is built directly into our everyday curriculum.

Throughout the program, you will receive comprehensive preparation for both the written theory and practical portions of the exam, including:

• Theory & Practice Reviews: Dedicated review sessions covering sanitation, infection control, skin histology, and state laws.

• Mock Board Examinations: Practice exams that simulate the actual testing format and timing to build test-taking confidence and reduce exam-day anxiety.

• Practical Exam Drills: Hands-on practice under timed conditions to ensure your sanitation and service setup meet exact state standards.

• Licensing Application Guidance: Step-by-step assistance with completing and submitting your state exam application paperwork as graduation approaches.

While we do not offer formal job placement, we are fully committed to preparing you for the job-seeking experience.

Throughout your time in the program, we help you build a strong professional foundation so you can confidently enter the workforce or start your own business. Career preparation includes:

• Resume & Portfolio Building: Assistance in highlighting your advanced skill sets, clinic experience, and credentials.

• Interview Preparation: Guidance on modern interview practices, practical exam demos, and professional etiquette.

• Networking & Industry Connections: Opportunities to connect with local spa owners, industry professionals, and potential employers.

• Career Strategy & Business Training: Practical instruction on client retention, building a brand, and navigating career paths in day spas, medspas, or independent practices.

While we do not offer federal financial aid, we provide flexible, in-house payment plans to make your education accessible and manageable.

Our payment options are designed to fit your budget as you train:

• Extended Payment Terms: Spread your tuition payments over time, with options extending up to 12 months (1 year).

• Low-Interest Financing: Enjoy a low 6% interest rate on payment plans, keeping your total out-of-pocket costs predictable and transparent.

• Direct & Manageable: Pay tuition directly to the school without navigating complex federal student loan systems or hidden fees.

Our admissions team is happy to sit down with you during a tour or enrollment call to customize a payment structure that works for you!

Yes! While our academy does not offer direct in-house scholarships, there are a variety of national and industry-specific scholarship opportunities available for beauty and esthetics students.

Many prominent organizations and professional skincare brands offer tuition assistance to help aspiring estheticians reach their career goals. We encourage all prospective and enrolled students to explore third-party funding opportunities:

Click here to be directed to our list of scholarship and grant opportunities

We choose not to pursue national accreditation so we can keep our tuition costs as low as possible for our students.

National accreditation is primarily required for institutions that offer federal financial aid (FAFSA). Maintaining accreditation involves extensive administrative overhead, which significantly increases tuition prices. By remaining an independent private school, we avoid those added costs and pass those savings directly on to you.

Important to know:

• State Licensed & Approved: We are fully licensed by the State of Wisconsin.

• State Board Compliant: Our curriculum strictly follows state laws and regulations to ensure you receive the exact hours, education, and hands-on training required to earn your license.