Becoming an esthetician in California is a process that requires a lot of work and dedication. However, if you have the right mindset and are willing to put in the time and effort, becoming an esthetician can be a rewarding career decision.
To become an esthetician in California, you must first get your license by completing at least 1,500 hours of training and passing the state’s required exams. This means that before you can start working as an esthetician, you need to complete a minimum of two years of schooling with at least 1,500 hours of hands-on training. You should also be prepared for the costs associated with getting your license—it is estimated that it will cost around $15,000 for tuition alone.
If you want to work as an esthetician in California, there are several options available for where you can complete your training. You can look for schools that offer online courses or take classes at beauty schools like Aveda Institute or Redken Academy. There are also various trade schools such as Ecole Le Cordon Bleu Culinary School offering programs specifically designed for aspiring estheticians like those offered by California State University Fullerton’s program “Esthetics & Spa.”
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Esthetician Schools in California
Between California’s thriving beauty industry and outdoorsy population, estheticians are in high demand in the state. In fact, California employs more estheticians than any other state in the country.
Browse our directory of esthetician schools in California, or skip ahead to learn about the state’s esthetician licensing requirements and job outlook.
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Bellus Academy – Accredited
970 Broadway
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 474-6607
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Programs:
Barbering, Cosmetology, Esthetics, Makeup Artistry, Nail Technology
Bellus Academy – Accredited
1073 East Main Street
El Cajon, CA 92021
(619) 442-3407
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Programs:
Barbering, Cosmetology, Esthetics, Makeup Artistry
Bellus Academy – Accredited
13266 Poway Road
Poway, CA 92064
(858) 748-1490
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Programs:
Barbering, Cosmetology, Esthetics, Makeup Artistry, Nail Technology
Elite Cosmetology School – Accredited
72-840 Highway 111 Suite V417
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(844) 354-8314
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Programs:
Barbering, Cosmetology, Esthetics
JD Academy of Salon and Spa – Accredited
520 San Ramon Valley Boulevard
Danville, CA 94526
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Programs:
Cosmetology, Esthetics
Milan Institute of Cosmetology – Accredited
1679 East Monte Vista Avenue Suite 200
Vacaville, CA 95688
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Programs:
Barbering, Cosmetology, Esthetics
Milan Institute – Accredited
2822 F Street Suite H
Bakersfield, CA 93301
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Programs:
Barbering, Cosmetology, Esthetics, Massage Therapy, Nail Technology
Milan Institute – Accredited
731 West Shaw Avenue Suite A
Clovis, CA 93612
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Programs:
Barbering, Cosmetology, Esthetics, Massage Therapy, Nail Technology
Milan Institute – Accredited
780 Loughborough Drive
Merced, CA 95348
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Programs:
Barbering, Cosmetology, Esthetics, Nail Technology
Milan Institute – Accredited
75-030 Gerald Ford Drive Suite 203
Palm Desert, CA 92211
(760) 469-4545
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Programs:
Barbering, Cosmetology, Esthetics, Massage Therapy, Nail Technology
Milan Institute – Accredited
6500 South Mooney Boulevard
Visalia, CA 93277
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Programs:
Cosmetology, Esthetics, Massage Therapy
Newberry School of Beauty – Accredited
16852 Devonshire Street
Granada Hills, CA 91344
(818) 366-3211
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Programs:
Barbering, Cosmetology, Esthetics
Paul Mitchell – Accredited
3100 Mchenry Avenue
Modesto, CA 95350
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Programs:
Barbering, Cosmetology, Esthetics, Nail Technology
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1st Academy of Beauty – Accredited
8823 Garvey Avenue
Rosemead, CA 91770
ABA Beauty School – Accredited
8428 Van Nuys Boulevard
Panorama City, CA 91402
Academy for Salon Professionals – Accredited
19520 Nordhoff Street Unit 9
Northridge, CA 91324
Academy of Beauty – Accredited
3834 Main Street
Culver City, CA 90032
Academy of Esthetics and Cosmetology – Accredited
1116 San Fernando Road
San Fernando, CA 91340
Adrian’s Beauty College – Accredited
3000 West Grantline Road
Tracy, CA 95304
Adrian’s Beauty College – Accredited
1340 West Main Street
Turlock, CA 95380
Advance Beauty College – Accredited
10121 Westminster Avenue
Garden Grove, CA 92843
Advance Beauty College – Accredited
25332 McIntyre Street Laguna
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Advance Beauty Techs Academy – Accredited
2191 Sampson Avenue Suite 105
Corona, CA 92583
