Esthetics Technology

The Esthetics Technology curriculum provides competency-based knowledge, scientific/artistic principles and hands-on fundamentals associated with the art of skin care. The curriculum provides a simulated salon environment which enables students to develop manipulative skills.

Course work includes instruction in all phases of professional Esthetics Technology, business/human relations, product knowledge, and other related topics.

Graduates should be prepared to take the North Carolina State Board of Cosmetic Arts Licensing Exam. Upon passing, they may be licensed and qualify for employment in beauty and cosmetic/skin care salons, as a platform artist or in related businesses.

Limited-enrollment program

Esthetics Technology is a limited-enrollment program with unique admission requirements, policies, procedures, schedules and deadlines. Interested applicants should complete the entire college application process, including placement testing and review with an academic advisor. The advisor will go over essential information and give you a Limited-Enrollment Student Checklist, which outlines and directs you to the next steps. When meeting with your program advisors, be sure to bring your checklist with you. Interested applicants should email [email protected].

Students can enter programs in the Fall semester only by following these steps:

1. Complete the online Wake Tech application with residency and follow application instructions, including requesting your high school and, if applicable, college transcripts.
2. Activate student Key Account and email.
3. Meet with an advisor to discuss course planning, limited-enrollment details and next steps.
4. When space is available in the program, the department will notify students via email. Upon receiving the email, students will have 72 hours to respond and accept the space. NOTE: If a student does not respond within 72 hours, their space will be offered to the next student on the list.
5. After acceptance, students will receive an email verifying acceptance into the program along with detailed next steps for enrolling.

Professional licensure

Wake Tech academic programs (credit and non-credit) that are designed to lead to professional licenses are tied to North Carolina or national certifications. If you intend to pursue professional licenses outside North Carolina once you have completed your academic program at Wake Tech, please refer to the Professional Licensure section of the college's distance education authorization page for additional information.