Esthetic Course Specifics

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Become an Esthetician in North or South Carolina! This is a 600-hour course that prepares you for the state board exams!

(Up to 180 hours may be completed online)


2026 Esthetics Class Schedule:

Tuesday through Friday 8:30 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. Graduate as soon as 16 weeks.


2026 Start Dates

January 20, 2026

March 31, 2026

July 7, 2026

Sept 15, 2026


Fees:

Total                                                            $8500.00


Tuition(600 hours x $12.50 per hour)   $7500.00  
Enrollment fee $100                                  

Kit and books $900                                    

                       
Down Payment $2,250.00

  • Enrollment fee $100
  • Kit, books and supplies $900
  • One tuition payment $1250


Balance tuition $1250. paid each month, beginning the month you begin class until paid in full. 

 

It is $168.00 for your state board exams that will be paid to the testing company Prov.  Your license will be $20 to be paid to NC State Board of Cosmetic Art Examiners.


 We do not accept VA benefits or offer Financial Aid.

 

How do you enroll? Call our admissions office at 704.521.2911 Option 2.

  • Stop by any time we are open for a tour!
  • Submit the online application.
  • Confirm start dates and availability. 
  • Make down payment to secure your spot in a class. 


What You’ll Learn

• Skin analysis & consultation

• Professional facial techniques using Dermalogica, HydroPeptide, Environ and Image Skin Care

• Chemical Peels using PCA Skin, Dermalogica, Environ and Image Skin Care

• Bio-Therapeutics Ultrasound and Microcurrent, NuFace, LED, Microdermabrasion, Nano Infusion, Dermaplaning, Micro needling and more

• Hair removal with both Hard and Soft wax(waxing, brow shaping)

• Makeup using Jane Iredale Cosmetics

• Product knowledge & ingredient science

• Spa sanitation, safety, and state board preparation

• Business basics & client-building


Why Students Choose Academy of Nails & Esthetics

At Academy of Nails & Esthetics, you are not just a student — you’re part of a family.


We offer

• Small class sizes

• Positive, uplifting atmosphere

• Instructors who teach with heart and experience

• A curriculum designed for real success

• Hands-on training for confidence

• A safe, mature, respectful environment



Uniform:

All esthetic students in training shall wear clean black scrub tops, clean black scrub bottoms and clean closed-toes shoes.  These are purchased by the student at any uniform shop. (The uniform is not provided by the school.)  You will be given a name tag that is to be worn at all times.