It is Possible To Get At Least Part of Your Skin Care Training Online!

Online esthetician school is perfect for students who cannot get to classes in person.

Sometimes they may need to work full time, be too far from a school, or may have other commitments that keep them from being able to attend more traditional classes. Most state cosmetology boards recognize online training without penalizing students, making this form of education very appealing.

Those who haven’t taken online classes before may be a little uncertain whether this is the right choice for them, but along with nail tech training, virtual classes can be an adequate, though not ideal, way to learn. This page will give you all you need to become better informed.

Use your ZIP to see if there is in person esthetics training near you.

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Online Training Benefits for Estheticians

Getting esthetician certification online is easier than you think it might be. At first, the idea seems a little odd since you are not in classes with other students.

In reality, you can accomplish quite a lot through online training, and you’re still able to do other things. Online esthetician schools are still governed by the requirements set forth by each state’s board of cosmetology. Plenty of schools available can take students from every area of Canada and the United States. But you’ll still need to prove that you can remove that blackhead professionally or do dermabrasion without causing any harm to your client.

• Less Expensive – Since online esthetician schools have much less overhead than physical schools, they can offer their training at lower prices than traditional schools. You usually also have the option of using ebooks rather than traditional textbooks, which saves you a lot of money. These take up far less space, and students can use these electronic textbooks anywhere. Some schools also allow you to take the classes they wish. That could let you take classes as you can afford.
• Attend Classes Anytime – Since the online school curriculum consists of videos, assigned reading, or even webinars, the time constraints associated with traditional schools are not an issue. You can work at your own pace, even if you need a little bit longer for some techniques or concepts than you do for others. In addition, since the classes and the coursework is all online, students can log in 24 hours a day to take their lessons. This is very handy for students who work during the day or who must be elsewhere during regular business hours. Laser schools are another matter, though, and require in-person training!
• Multiple Methods for Learning – In a traditional school setting, students usually learn via lectures and by applying what they have learned. Online schools have discussion groups, forums, ebooks, videos, and webinars. All of these different methods offer you variety as well as reinforcement for what you learn. You can also focus more time and energy on the format that seems to work best for you.

Practical Application of Esthetician Skills

It seems against common sense to learn a hands-on skill such as esthetician training online. The actual day-to-day work of an esthetician requires, of course, applying products to clients’ skin and interacting with those clients.

Online esthetician schools understand that this might be a problem for some, but schools have taken that concern into account. In many cases, students can submit portfolios to prove their understanding of specific ideas and techniques. Most schools and boards of cosmetology do require practical training as well as online training in order to get licensed. CT is an exception in that no licensing is necessary.

Some schools also have connections that allow their students to take part in internships locally. This also helps with practical application.

Would you like to find a local school? Check nearby programs using your ZIP.

Esthetician Certification Online

Certification after esthetician training in an online school is not that much different than if you attend regular school. You must first complete the required number of hours according to the state board of cosmetology. Only then will you be eligible to take the test. After the test, you learn whether you have passed and can then apply for your license.

Like traditional schools, many online esthetics schools offer practice exams to help you prepare for the real one. You have the benefit of being able to find out right away how you did on the practice test. That way, you can learn from any mistakes you might have made. By the time you are ready to try the exam for real, you could have taken several different versions of the test and so be well-prepared.

Taking esthetician courses online is a great way to get the information that you need in order to excel in your chosen field. The option to take your classroom experience online frees up time, money, and energy so that students can focus on learning what they need to know and completing the hours required for certification.

Examples of Online Schools for Skin Care Training

Name	Address	Cost	Description
Wiregrass Georgia Technical College	Main Campus 4089 Val Tech Rd. Valdosta 31602	unknown	Wiregrass has several locations in Georgia. Contact them to find out if they offer any online classes applicable to your state or province.
Aglaia	#379 1917 west 4th Ave., Vancouver, BC V6J 1M7 CANADA	Course are offered depending on the needs of the individual student, so costs vary.	BC Canada doesn't require estheticians to be licensed, so Aglaia can offer a menu of classes suited to each particular student
Mirage Spa Education	8479-B Fairbanks Street Mission, British Columbia V2V 3K4	$5,000	Offers online courses for nail techs too. Registered trade school in BC, Canada
ASFA	1 Avalon Cove, Laguna Niguel, California 92677	Prices start at $199	The course won't get you licensed as an esthetician but you will learn some associated skills

Students who are interested in taking classes for esthetician training online should research a few different schools to make sure they find one that presents the information in a way that will work for them.

Estheticians in the US – Schools by State