Esthetics

Join a growing industry within the beauty profession by becoming a licensed esthetician.

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About this Program

Facial care is one of the fastest-growing specialties within the beauty profession, with the development of new products and techniques. Specialists in this area can find work in some of the finest salons offering the latest in facial-care technology and products.

Students in this program are exposed to that new technology, as well as the best techniques for esthetics by instructors with professional experience. Students learn facial massage; characteristics and function of the skin; electrical, chemical, and light therapy; facial machine techniques; and skin analysis.

Upon completion, students qualify to take the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering exam for licensing as an esthetician. Already licensed estheticians can take our Master Educator course and help contribute to this fast-growing field.

Employment Opportunities

Day spas, physicians' clinics, cruise ships, schools, educational facilities, professional product companies, beauty salons

Esthetics Majors

Esthetician

About this Major

Estheticians must be able to perform detailed work with their hands and eyes. The work environment can be fast-paced, so self-motivation and strong time management skills are important. Successful estheticians learn how to communicate in a professional manner and establish a rapport with clients and colleagues to maintain high standards for quality and customer service.

Students who complete the Esthetician major are qualified to take the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering exam for licensure. Facial care is one of the fastest-growing industries in the beauty profession, with new products and techniques being introduced to customers in the finest salons. The Esthetician major will prepare you for a career in this fast-growing field.

Licensures / Certifications

  • OSBCB Esthetician/Facialist Exam
  • OSBCB Esthetician/Facialist License

*Francis Tuttle will pay the State Board Exam registration fee ($35) and the OSBCB Esthetician/Facialist License fee ($25) after the student obtains a passing score on the state licensure tests. Student will be responsible for the $10 registration fee as listed above (included in the total estimated cost). High school students add optional textbook cost if purchasing.

This career major's curriculum meets the professional licensure requirements for Oklahoma but does not meet the licensure requirements for all other states.

Entrance Requirements

Students enrolling in this career major must provide a birth certificate and high school transcript. A Social Security number is required on the initial application and is required to obtain an esthetician/facialist license from the Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering (OSBCB). Licensed estheticians enrolling in the esthetics master educator career major must provide proof of their existing Oklahoma esthetician/facialist license at a minimum required experience, as well as a valid Oklahoma state identification. For all majors, before beginning classes, students must provide a 2x3-inch face photo less than one year old and a cashier's check ($10) payable to the OSBCB.

Financial Aid is available for those who qualify.  

Courses

  • Facials 200 hours
  • Cosmetology Law 40 hours
  • Salon Development 60 hours
  • Bacteriology, Sterilization, Sanitation and Safety 80 hours
  • Non-Permanent Hair Removal 40 hours
  • Facial Sciences: Histology, Dermatology, and Physiology of the Skin 180 hours

Tuition & Costs

Costs for High School Students

Tuition & Fees

  • N/A

Licensure / Certifications

  • OSBCB Esthetician/Facialist registration fee: $10
  • State Board Exam paid by Francis Tuttle

Textbooks, Supplies, and Certifications (Estimated)

  • 1 set of scrubs provided by Francis Tuttle
  • Shoes - $40.00-$100.00

Total Estimated Costs for High School Students

$45 - $105
Francis Tuttle will pay the State Board Exam registration fee ($35) and the OSBCB Esthetician/Facialist License fee ($25) after the student obtains a passing score on the state licensure tests. Student will be responsible for the $10 registration fee as listed above (included in the total estimated cost). High school students add optional textbook cost if purchasing.

Costs for In-State Adult Students

Costs for Out-of-State Adult Students

At A Glance

Open To

  • High school juniors and seniors, adult students

Location

Total Hours Required

600

Length

  • Full-time daytime: 1/2 school year
  • Full-time evening: 1/2 school year
  • Part-time (daytime only): 1 school year
  • A typical school year includes 9 months of instruction. Program length may vary based on progress rate and/or summer school attendance.

Times

Daytime classes, two sessions: Monday — Friday

(Daytime classes offered at Danforth, Reno, and Rockwell)

  • 7:55 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
  • 12:30 p.m. to 3:35 p.m.

Danforth (Daytime):

  • 8:10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
  • 12:30 p.m. to 3:35 p.m.

Evening classes: Monday — Thursday

 Evening classes offered Rockwell, Reno and Danforth.

  • 3:45 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Esthetics Master Instructor

About this Major

Estheticians must be able to perform detailed work with their hands and eyes. The work environment can be fast-paced, so self-motivation and strong time-management skills are important. Successful estheticians learn how to communicate in a professional manner and establish a rapport with clients and colleagues to maintain high standards for quality and customer service.

Students who complete the Esthetician major qualify to take the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering exam for licensing. Facial care is one of the fastest-growing industries in the beauty profession with new products and techniques being introduced to customers in the finest salons. The Esthetician major will prepare you for a career in this fast-growing field.

Eligible Licensures / Certifications

  • OSBCB Esthetician/Facialist Master Exam
  • OSBCB Esthetician/Facialist Master License

*Francis Tuttle will pay the State Board Exam Registration Fee ($35) and the OSBCB Esthetician/Facialist Instructor license fee ($50) after the student obtains a passing score on the state licensure tests. The student will be responsible for the $10 registration fee as listed above (and included in the total estimated cost). 

This career major's curriculum meets the professional licensure requirements for Oklahoma but does not meet the licensure requirements for all other states.

Entrance Requirements

Students enrolling in this career major must provide a birth certificate and high school transcript. A social security number is required on the initial application and is required to obtain an esthetician/facialist license from the Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering (OSBCB). Licensed estheticians enrolling in the esthetics master educator career major must provide proof of their existing Oklahoma esthetician/facialist license at a minimum required experience, as well as a valid Oklahoma state identification. For all majors, before beginning classes, students must provide a 2x3-inch face photo less than one-year-old and a cashier's check ($10) payable to the OSBCB.

Courses

  • Orientation to Master Instructor 55 hours
  • Course Outline and Development 165 hours
  • Board Rules, Regulations and Statutes, School Management and Record Keeping 70 hours
  • Practice Teaching 125 hours
  • Introduction to Teaching and Curriculum 85 hours
  • Teaching — Assisting in Classroom and Clinic 100 hours

Tuition & Costs

Costs for In-State Adult Students

Costs for Out-of-State Adult Students

At A Glance

Open To

  • Adult Students

Location

Total Hours Required

600

Length

  • Full-time: 1/2 school year
  • Part-time: 1 school year
  • Evening: 1 school year
  • Program length may vary based on progress rate and/or summer school attendance

Times

Daytime classes: Monday — Friday

  • 7:55 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
  • 12:30 p.m. to 3:35 p.m.

Danforth (Daytime only):

  • 8:10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
  • 12:30 p.m. to 3:35 p.m.

Evening classes: Monday — Thursday Night

  • 3:45 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Students enroll full-time in either daytime or evening classes