COURSE INFORMATION
Esthetician
Program
Esthetics Program
Build your knowledge and practical skills in skin care, facials, hair removal, client consultation, sanitation, and professional esthetics services through theory instruction and supervised hands-on training.
About the Program
The Esthetics Program combines classroom theory, instructor demonstrations, practical exercises, and supervised training. Students develop foundational knowledge of skin care, facial services, hair removal, sanitation, client care, and professional practices while working toward the educational requirements for California esthetician licensure.
Students progress from foundational training to supervised practical services and advanced program evaluations as they meet the school's requirements.
Upcoming Start Dates
Contact the college to confirm class availability and complete enrollment requirements.
Freshman Training Requirements
Foundational training helps students develop the safety knowledge, theory understanding, and practical skills needed before advancing through the program.
Foundational Training
- Learn sanitation, disinfection, infection prevention, and safe work practices.
- Study skin structure, skin analysis, and basic skin care principles.
- Participate in instructor-led theory, demonstrations, and practical exercises.
- Practice client consultation, service preparation, and professional conduct.
- Meet the school's required foundational training and evaluation standards.
Practical Skills Assessment
- Demonstrate foundational knowledge and safe handling of tools and equipment.
- Complete assigned practical exercises and required evaluations.
- Show appropriate sanitation and client-care practices.
- Address any identified skill deficiencies according to instructor direction and school policy.
Follow the current Esthetics student handbook for the official freshman training period, promotion requirements, and any required board assessments.
Esthetics Course Curriculum
The 600-hour program combines theory and practical instruction to prepare students for professional esthetics services.
Health, Safety & Sanitation
Study infection prevention, disinfection, safe equipment handling, workplace safety, and professional responsibilities.
Skin Science & Analysis
Learn skin structure, skin types and conditions, consultation, skin analysis, and appropriate service considerations.
Facials & Skin Care
Practice facial procedures, cleansing, exfoliation, masks, skin care products, and appropriate professional techniques.
Hair Removal
Learn hair removal methods, preparation, safe service procedures, and appropriate aftercare.
Makeup, Brows & Lashes
Develop applicable skills in cosmetic application and eyebrow and eyelash beautification.
Client Care & Professional Practice
Build consultation, communication, service planning, recordkeeping, and professional workplace habits.
Total Program Hours
600 Clock HoursThe official Esthetics catalog should be used for the exact subject-by-subject theory and practical hour allocations. This overview describes the principal training areas without assigning unverified hour totals.
Senior Training & Practical Evaluation
As students advance, they continue developing technical skills, consistency, safe service practices, and readiness to complete the program.
Advanced Practical Training
- Continue supervised practice in applicable esthetics services.
- Demonstrate proper sanitation, client preparation, and service procedures.
- Apply skin analysis and consultation knowledge during training.
- Complete assigned practical assessments and any required remediation.
Ongoing Student Evaluation
- Participate in theory instruction and written assessments.
- Demonstrate progress in practical work.
- Meet the school's academic and attendance expectations.
- Complete required program evaluations and graduation milestones.
Consult the official Esthetics handbook for exact senior-board requirements, hour ranges, and progress-report milestones.
Theory & CIMA Coursework
Theory instruction is supported by instructor-led lessons and the CIMA digital learning platform. Coursework reinforces foundational knowledge, professional procedures, and preparation for practical evaluations.
Academic Expectations
- Complete assigned theory coursework and required CIMA activities.
- Participate in scheduled instruction and assessments.
- Maintain the academic standing required by school policy.
- Prepare for practical evaluations and applicable licensing examinations.
Graduation Requirements
- Complete the required 600 clock hours.
- Maintain at least 75% academic standing.
- Maintain at least 67% attendance.
- Complete required theory coursework, practical training, and school evaluations.
- Meet applicable school graduation and documentation requirements.
Graduation and state licensure are separate processes. Consult the current school catalog, student handbook, and California licensing requirements for complete official requirements.
Tuition & Program Costs
| Tuition | $7,800.00 |
| Registration Fee | $100.00 |
| Kit / Equipment | $1,178.00 |
| Total Program Cost | $9,078.00 |
Financial aid eligibility and final charges may vary. Contact the college for information about available funding options and individual student costs.
Student Resources
CIMA Digital Learning & Textbook Bundle
$500.00
The CIMA textbook bundle supports theory coursework and exam preparation through digital learning materials and textbook resources.
Listed separately from the tuition and program-cost breakdown above.
School Catalog & Student Handbook
Consult the current catalog and handbook for official policies, academic expectations, attendance rules, graduation procedures, and program requirements.
Career Opportunities
Esthetics graduates may pursue opportunities in skin care studios, spas, salons, facial services, hair removal, and other beauty-industry settings, subject to applicable licensing requirements.
Ready to Get Started?
Contact Fredrick & Charles Beauty College to ask about enrollment, upcoming start dates, and program requirements.
831 F Street, Eureka, CA 95501
Phone: 707-443-2733