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Esthetics Technology (Continuing Education)
Short Term
Upon successful completion of the course, Durham Tech students are eligible to register to take the state board exam with the North Carolina Board of Cosmetic Arts Examiners.
Please note that the class and the state exams are in English. View the learning outcomes for the course.
- Get Started
Students must attend an information session prior to registering for the program (see dates and times below).
At the information session, they must show proof they are 18 years of age or older and provide proof of high school graduation with either a high school diploma (copy), high school equivalency (copy of diploma), or a college transcript (official or unofficial). Financial aid options will also be discussed.
The registration deadline is 2 weeks prior to the class start date.
- Course Costs
This is a two-part course. The $2,504.50 cost of the program is broken down into two payments:
- The first payment of $1,418.25 is due at the time of program registration and includes tuition, a kit, and books.
- The second payment of $1,086.25 is due at the time of registration for the second half of the program.
Textbooks are covered in the cost of the registration fee. A student kit containing required materials is provided.
- Uniform Requirements
Students are required to purchase a dark hunter green uniform and black, comfortable shoes.
- Esthetics Spa
Visit the Esthetics Spa! Customers 18 years of age or older, can receive facials, waxing, and specialty services through the Durham Tech Esthetics Spa. The spa, is staffed by Durham Tech Esthetics Technology students who complete 100 percent of the work.
- Financial Aid
Durham Tech has teamed up with NelNet to provide a tuition payment plan. This course also qualifies for financial assistance.
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Estimated Tuition & Fees
$2,504
Location
Duke Street North
Contact Hours
600
Estimated Completion Time
8-10 months
COS-3102EA Esthetician I
Esthetician I is the first of two courses in the Esthetician program and will cover subjects such as skincare, hair removal, lash lift, brow lamination, infection control in the beauty industry, skin physiology, anatomy, and microbiology. Completion of both courses in the program will educate students in the theoretical and practical skills, the safety precautions and measures, and the proper infection control and disinfection procedures. The proficiencies acquired through completion of both courses will prepare the student to achieve licensure in the state of North Carolina and obtain an entry-level position in esthetics or in a related field.
| Section Number |
Dates | Location | Building | Room | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98243 |
8/11 - 11/20
8/11 - 11/20
8/11 - 11/20
8/11 - 11/20
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DSN |
535
|
M 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
T 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
W 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
TH 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
|
Classroom |
COS-3102EB Esthetician II
Esthetician II is a continuation of Esthetician I. Students will learn Electrotherapy, Facials with LED Light Therapy, Advanced Treatments, Professional Development and Makeup Application. and will have an opportunity to become certified in Microdermabrasion and Chemical Peels. Students will apply their knowledge and skill set from information learned in the Esthetician I course and obtain practical experience on live clients in the student clinic.
| Section Number |
Dates | Location | Building | Room | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98245 |
8/11 - 11/20
8/11 - 11/20
8/11 - 11/20
8/11 - 11/20
|
DSN |
537
|
M 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
T 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
W 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
TH 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
|
Classroom |