esthetician licensing

Esthetician Licensing

Train to become a NY Licensed Esthetician

Dreaming of a career where you can transform lives through the art of skincare? Join our Esthetics Program and turn your passion into a profession!

For 40 years, Atelier Esthetique Institute of Esthetics has been the premier destination for esthetics training in New York City and surrounding areas. At Atelier Esthetique, students receive individualized, hands-on training from NY State-licensed professionals.

Why Choose Our Esthetics Program?

  • Comprehensive Training: Our 600-hour and 900-hour licensing programs meet New York State Department licensure requirements, including essential health and safety training.
  • Expert Instructors: Learn from experienced professionals who bring real-world expertise to the classroom.
  • Flexible Schedules: Choose from full-time, part-time, evening, or weekend programs to fit your lifestyle.

At Atelier Esthetique, you’ll gain hands-on experience, learn from industry experts, and be prepared to excel in a thriving field. Our graduates are highly sought after by top salons and spas!

Our 600-hour and 900-hour licensing programs follow New York State Department licensure requirements, including essential health and safety training.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Anatomy and chemistry related to skin types and skin care treatments
  • Facials, body treatments, makeup, waxing, and other hair removal methods
  • Business practices and retailing.

Are you ready to start your career as an esthetician? Enroll in our Esthetician Licensing program today!

What does an Esthetician Do?

Estheticians are skincare specialists who use treatments to cleanse and beautify the face and body. These treatments work to enhance a person’s appearance and well-being. They provide facials, upper-body treatments, and other skin care treatments, including masks, waxing, and peels.

Other Duties and Treatments May Include:

  • Assessing clients’ skin condition and discussing available treatments
  • Creating daily skincare routines for clients
  • Recommending and selling skin care products
  • Teaching clients how to apply makeup and take care of their skin
  • Removing unwanted hair using wax, lasers, or other approved treatments

Many estheticians own and operate a salon or spa, managing all aspects of their business, including employees, record keeping, inventory, advertising, and fiscal responsibility.

Interested in becoming a Licensed Esthetician?


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NY State Esthetician Licensing Course

Our 600-hour NY State Esthetician Licensing course is 40% theory and lecture and 60% practical skills. Students will learn and practice in well-equipped classrooms and labs that simulate the salon/spa environment under the supervision of New York State licensed instructors. These professionals bring their own extensive real-world experience to the classroom.

We offer four different training schedules to accommodate various lifestyle needs. All schedules meet New York State 600-Hour Esthetician course requirements.

600-Hour Esthetics Licensing Program Schedule Options

Our 600-hour course offers theory subjects taught online and practical skills taught in person on campus. Daily class schedules vary between online and on-campus will be provided at Orientation.

Full-time “Fast Track” Program – 16 weeks

  • Great for students who want to get their license and enter the workforce as soon as possible.
  • Classes are held Monday through Friday, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Part-time Morning/Day Program – 24 weeks

  • Popular with students who have family, work, or other obligations.
  • Monday through Friday, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Part-time Evening Program – 32 Weeks

  • Ideal for students who work full-time or have other daytime obligations.
  • Monday through Friday, from 6:00 PM to 9:45 PM

Weekend Program – 40 weeks

  • Ideal for students who prefer a more gradual-paced course or those who cannot attend training classes during the week.
  • Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

These schedules accommodate and permit senior students interested in advanced courses to attend in a variety of areas, including:

Advanced courses help students and graduates increase their skills and qualifications. These skills make them more marketable to potential employers and clientele.

900-Hour Master Esthetics Course

Do you want to go the extra mile in your esthetician training? Would you like to provide a wide range of services to your clients? The Master Esthetics Course may be right for you.

Students who enroll in this course will be prepared to sit for the NY State licensing exams for Esthetics after completion of the program. Upon licensure, graduates can apply to work in specialty skin care areas. These areas may include Clinical Esthetics, Paramedical, Medical, or Medi-Spa settings.

This course is only offered with a full-day schedule. The Master Esthetics course is taught entirely on campus. Students can complete the course in just 24 weeks. Graduates from the 600-hour licensing program can complete the 300 extra hours of training in as little as 8 weeks.

In addition to the 600-hour Esthetics course material, students in the Master Esthetics Courses will learn advanced course subjects. These include:

To get a complete list of courses, call today to speak to one of our Admissions Representatives.

Are you already a licensed esthetician? Take one of our Advanced Training courses for licensed estheticians!

NY State Esthetician Licensing Course

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  • I chose Atelier Esthetique because of their rating online. A past employee of mine also attended Atelier Esthetique and graduated and is currently working at a spa. The education at this school is great. Once I complete this program I hope to further my skills in the skin care industry and land my dream job and eventually work for myself and open a business.

    Jahmesh Holmes
    Class of 2016

  • Studying esthetics almost 10 years ago was the best decision of my life! I had been practicing law for 12 years, but I was very unhappy. So, I kept my job and started the part-time evening program to pursue my passion for skin care. I am currently in my 8th year of business as the owner of a top laser center in Midtown Manhattan.

    Kim Schanzer
    Class of 2009

  • I chose Atelier Esthetique because of their close relationship with European Wax Centers. I also liked that there was a two-week intensive New York State waxing license program. Someone I know who took this class at Atelier Esthetique and recommended it to me.

    Lauren Harmon
    Class of 2019

† Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Skincare Specialists, on the Internet (visited May 2024). National long-term projections and salary averages may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual growth or any particular salary. Atelier Esthetique Institute does not guarantee employment or career advancement. Atelier Esthetique Institute cannot guarantee a student’s eligibility either to take any exam or become certified, registered, or licensed.

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