Esthetics Program
Begin Your Future in Skin Care with our 8-month Program!
(Part-time) Day & Evening Schedules Available:
Offering flexible schedules to support your success as a working adult. We offer a 32 week hybrid program with 12 weeks completed virtually through home-based coursework and 20 weeks of professional skincare training with an emphasis on real client care, customized treatments and advanced modalities. (See our Course Catalog for more information)
Our Esthetics program is 500 clock-hour program (The State of Wisconsin requires Estheticians get a minimum of 450 hours of training from a clock hour program)
12 Weeks of Theory (home-based coursework)is completed online with ongoing virtual support and weekly check-ins with your esthetics instructor for guidance and motivation. This is perfect for busy professionals, stay-at-home parents and anyone who needs a flexible part-time program.
Once your coursework is completed you begin 20 weeks of in-person skincare training. These hand-ons practical hours include theory review, treatment workshops and clinic experience in a professional spa setting, working in private treatment rooms all on our beautiful Spa Campus in Sun Prairie, WI.
Class Schedule Options
Daytime Class Schedule: 9:00 AM- 4:00 PM every Wednesday, Thursday, & (alternating Fridays)
Evening Class Schedule: 4:30- 9:30 PM every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
Both programs are designed to be completed in 32 week ~ about 8 months!
Upcoming 2026 Class Start Dates:
Summer Hybrid Program
July 1, 2026 | Daytime
August 1, 2026 | Evening
Fall Hybrid Programs
November 4, 2026 | Daytime
November 18, 2026 | Evening
What is an Esthetician?
An esthetician/aesthetician is a licensed professional who specializes in enhancing personal appearance through various treatments and services. They typically work in salons, spas, or other settings focused on beauty and skincare, offering services like facials, waxing, makeup application, lash extensions, and other cosmetic procedures. Estheticians also educate clients on skincare routines and product recommendations.
5oo hour Esthetics Program
Completed in 32 weeks
15 weeks of home-based - theory/coursework
+
5 months of on-campus hands-on training/clinic experience
Subjects Covered:
Introduction, Law and Code, Bookkeeping, Business Management, History and Ethics- 26 theory hours
Safety, Sanitation, and Sterilization- 30 theory hours, 20 practical hours
Anatomy & Physiology- 30 theory hours
Chemistry, Treatments, and Process- 26 theory hours
Treatment- Product and Techniques- 32 theory hours, 96 practical hours
Electricity, Machines, and Techniques- 10 theory hours, 35 practical hours
Makeup and Color Analysis- 12 theory hours, 20 practical hours
Individual Student Needs and Electives- 65 theory hours, 50 practical hours
(Including chemical peels, Brazilian waxing, microdermabrasion/hydrodermabrasion, lash and brow tinting, dermaplaning, microchanneling, nano-infusion)
Graduation Requirements and Grading
Completion of 15 weeks of theory and 5 months of clinical/lab hours with a total of 500 course hours
Complete all financial obligations required to the school 30 days before the completion of the esthetics program
Pass the final exam (75% or higher)
Upon graduation, receive a diploma and Certificate of train from Renewed Spirit Day Spa Academy for completing the clock-hour requirements to take your Wisconsin State Boards for Licensure.
We guide you through the registration process, preparation and help you practice for successful completion of your Esthetic State Boards.
Renewed Spirit Day Spa Academy Hybrid Esthetics Program
Online Learning
The hybrid option of our “blended” Esthetics Program consists of 12 weeks of online, home-based coursework + 20 weeks of in-person hands-on training, practice and clinic experience in a professional spa setting with experienced licensed esthetic instructors guiding them throughout their journey.
Technology Prerequisites
To participate in the blended program, students will need:
A desktop, laptop, or tablet equipped with a functioning camera and microphone.
The latest version of a major web browser (Google Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Microsoft Edge).
A stable, high-speed internet connection (Wi-Fi or wired broadband) with a minimum speed of 15 Mbps. For cellular data, 4G LTE/5G is necessary.
Student Expectations for Time Tracking
Students are expected to follow the academy's code of conduct and demonstrate effective time management. Learning activities should be conducted in a quiet, distraction-free environment.
It is mandatory to manually log out of the learning platform to ensure accurate recording of hours. Time is monitored through user activity data and reported in hours, minutes, and seconds. The system will automatically log students out after a period of inactivity (between 15 and 45 minutes, depending on the platform), and the learning session will end after a set duration.
Students must only work within one browser tab while accessing the online course. Simultaneous login to the online course on a computer and the mobile application is prohibited. Students should not install any software (such as ad blockers or privacy browsers), extensions, or make system configurations that could interfere with accurate time tracking. The mobile application should not be used for completing educational coursework.
Hybrid Program Refund Policy
Course fees and textbook costs for the blended program are nonrefundable unless the materials are unused and have not been accessed. Any refunds issued will be reduced by the cost of nonrefundable items.
