Maryland Esthetician Schools: Listings & License Info

Maryland has a few good schools where you can study esthetics. If you wish to work in the exciting field of esthetics in Maryland, there are educational and licensing procedures you need to satisfactorily complete.

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In brief to become a skin care specialist in Maryland a minimum of 600 hours of training is required as well as passing MD board exams and paying the licensing fee. Maryland offers two accredited pathways for licensure – via school and via apprenticeship. Just so you know, the metro areas in Maryland have the largest job growth for skin care specialists in our country! Enter your ZIP below to see where you can train nearby to become a licensed MD esthetician.

The Maryland Board of Cosmetology requires that you successfully follow an accredited formal coursework program and clinical training at a state-approved esthetician college. Alternatively you may enroll in an apprenticeship program. Each provides an opportunity to learn basic and cutting-edge science of skin health. Esthetic training, especially learning to apply make-up, is an art form you learn in preparation for a successful career in this field.

The esthetics curriculum consists of several components. You’ll learn about dermatology, chemistry, and sanitation procedures. You are introduced to the business aspects of your career and Maryland’s laws and regulations regarding licensure and client safety guidelines. The formal schooling route and the apprenticeship teach you how to do facials, masks, hair removal procedures, and how to apply makeup.

The Licensing Procedure For Estheticians in Maryland

After successful completion of your training, you begin the licensure process. The Maryland Board requires that you pass two exams. One exam is written and the other is a practical exam. The practical exam requires you to demonstrate procedures you learned. In order to have an idea of what to expect, download and read the Candidate Information Bulletin. It states what you need to do step-by-step — beginning with registration — and outlines the exams. The PSI testing company oversee the practice exam.

After passing the tests, you’re ready to apply for your license. Submit the Online Esthetician Original License Application (here) and licensing fee. The license is valid for two years before renewal.

Find A Good Aesthetics Job In Maryland

You shouldn’t have too much trouble finding a good starter position in MD. Just follow usual work finding techniques like letting people know your are looking and searching online.

If you want to improve your salary retrain for higher paying employment like medical esthetician.

Take a look at our online training information page to see if that might be an option for you.

Some Maryland Esthetician Schools

Name	Address	Cost	Other Programs
Chesapeake School of Esthetics	1507 Ritchie Highway #105, Arnold, 21012	Tuition $9200 Enrollment Fee $600 Total $9800	Make Up Artistry
Von Lee International School	309 Reisterstown Road, Pikesville,21208	Unknown	Make Up Artistry
Cortiva Institute Baltimore Campus	517 Progress Drive Suite A-J, Linthicum Heights, 21090	Unknown	Massage Therapy
Dermal Science International Aesthetics Academy	11301 Sunset Hills Road A-5, Reston, 20190	$10,369	Make Up, Massage, Nail Technician
Aveda Institute Maryland	3639, 227 Archer Street, Bel Air, 21014	Tuition: $9,950 Kit Fee (includes books & supplies): $2,150 Application Fee: $25 Enrollment Fee: $125 Tech Fee: $300	Cosmetology
Hair Expressions, A Paul Mitchell Partner School	12450 Parklawn Drive, Rockville, 20852	Tuition: $10,000.00 Registration Fee: $100.00 Books/DVD's: $250.00 Student Kit: $350.00 Drop Fee: $100.00	Barbering, Cosmetology