About Atelier Esthétique Institute of Esthetics

Atelier Esthetique Institute of Esthetics is a New York State licensing esthetics school, and postgraduate facility, and the first accredited, internationally recognized U.S. member of the International Therapy Examination Council (ITEC).

Atelier Esthétique® Institute of Esthetics offers the NYS Licensing 600-Hour Esthetics Program, 75-Hour New York State Waxing Specialist License, 5 Day Laser / IPL Hair Removal, and a large number of specialty and advanced courses for the skin care professional.

The school awards 3 New York State and 2 ITEC International Diplomas. All courses are approved by the New York State Education Department.

For over 30 years Atelier Esthétique® Institute of Esthetics, under the guidance of Founder Annette Hanson, has advanced "Excellence in Education... One Student at a Time."

As a renowned skin care expert, Ms. Hanson is a published author and a sought-after lecturer at leading professional conferences worldwide. She is a regularly featured author in industry periodicals such as American Spa, Dermascope, Skin Inc., and Les Nouvelles Esthétiques®. She was instrumental in the development of the 600-hour curriculum for the New York State Esthetics License as well as the written and practical exam. She has been appointed by New York's Secretary of State to serve as "Educator" on the Appearance Enhancement Advisory Committee for esthetics, nails and cosmetology. As an industry leader, Ms. Hanson has made Atelier Esthétique® Institute of Esthetics what is today, one of the country's prestigious and innovative educational facilities in the skin care industry.