If you have a passion for skincare and beauty, it’s time to look into a career as an Esthetician. Centura College offers two esthetician programs designed to cater to varying levels of expertise and career aspirations. Individuals with a desire for skincare education can enroll in the Professional Esthetician program, and then upon completion, continue on to the Master Esthetician program for advanced learning. The Professional Esthetician program is for individuals just starting their journey in the field, providing a strong foundation in essential skincare practices, treatments, and client communication. The Master Esthetician program is tailored for those who seek to elevate their skills to the highest level, delving deeper into advanced techniques, medical spa procedures, and in-depth skin analysis.
Program Overview
Whether you want to specialize in intricate procedures or establish a solid footing on your career path, Centura College’s dual esthetician program approach ensures that aspiring estheticians have the opportunity to receive the education best suited to those goals and aspirations. Students who complete the Professional Esthetician program are then able to enroll in the Master Esthetician program. After the completion of this program, students will have the opportunity to take the practical and theory exams for Master Estheticians with the Virginia Board for Barbers and Cosmetology Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation.
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Program Length
8 months
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Day Courses
between 8:30am – 1:30pm
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Night Courses
between 5:30pm – 10:30pm
Program Overview
Whether you want to specialize in intricate procedures or establish a solid footing on your career path, Centura College’s dual esthetician program approach ensures that aspiring estheticians have the opportunity to receive the education best suited to those goals and aspirations. Students who complete the Professional Esthetician program are then able to enroll in the Master Esthetician program. After the completion of this program, students will have the opportunity to take the practical and theory exams for Master Estheticians with the Virginia Board for Barbers and Cosmetology Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation.
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Career Opportunities
Upon completion of the Esthetician diploma program, students can work in a variety of career settings including spas, salons, or wellness centers and dermatology offices. The demand for skin care specialists is expected to grow 9% between 2022 and 2032 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, this equates to approximately 12,400 openings that are projected each year. A Professional Esthetician and a Master Esthetician both have a range of job opportunities available to them within the beauty and skincare industry. The key difference lies in the depth of their knowledge and the scope of treatments they are qualified to perform.
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Personality Assessment!Skin Care Treatments
Take your knowledge to the next level in the Skin Care Treatments course by exploring a deeper understanding of skin care analysis and treatment. Topics include:
- Health screening, skin care analysis,and consultation
- Cleansing and extraction techniques for the face and body
- Skincare mask selection
- Effleurage and related movements and manipulations
Body Systems and Treatments
The Body Systems and Treatments course is a vital part of the Professional Esthetician program. Students learn a breakdown of the basics of medical terminology relevant to the human body and how it relates to esthetics. Topics covered include:
- Body systems, starting at the molecular level
- Skin structure and function
- Skin types, conditions, and diseases and disorders
- Body treatments focused on relaxation and rejuvenation
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Do You Have The Right Personality For College?
Find out what your personality is like and discover your traits, worries & concerns about taking the next step to study at school towards a new and rewarding career. This quick and easy assessment will provide you with some insight into what to focus on and what you might need to watch out for to best prepare you for your new career and school goals!
Financial Aid
We help develop a personalized financial plan for every
student at
Centura College.
Investing in the right education now pays higher dividends when you start your new career. To assist you in
making the cost of attending Centura affordable, we offer assistance as you plan to begin your academic career.
All prospective students talk with one of our Financial Aid Advisors to develop a financial plan, discuss
qualifications and obtain any necessary applications.
Our Financial Aid Expert will provide you with options to make best education investment in yourself, both
realistic and affordable. Let us help you find option that suits you best. Fill out the form NOW!
Centura is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as a proprietary institution of higher education for
the purpose of student participation in federal grant and loan programs. Centura’s training is also approved to
accept various types of military tuition assistance and veteran benefits for active-duty military personnel,
veterans, and their dependents.
The school also has tuition payment plans available if you are using income from a part-time job, family, or
personal resources to meet tuition obligations. There are also scholarships, scholarship match program and
private, non-federal loan sources available. A plan tailored to meet your needs while attending school can be
arranged. Check with your Financial Aid Advisor for full details on tuition payment schedules.
Some of the many types of financial aid and assistance options available to qualified students are:
- Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- Federal Pell Grants
- Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants
- Federal Family Educational Loan Programs
- Federal Subsidized Stafford Loans
- PLUS Loans
- Military Tuition Assistance
- Veteran Benefits
- Rehabilitative Services
- Veteran Survivors Benefits
- Veteran Benefits
- Scholarship Match Program
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Where Could You Work?
Graduates from our technical and healthcare trade schools have gone on to work with leading companies in
industries like manufacturing, engineering, and technology. Alumni have secured roles in hospitals, clinics, and
specialized care facilities. These opportunities highlight the career-focused training and hands-on experience
Centura College provides to prepare students for success.
Here are just some of the companies that have hired Centura
graduates:
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