Are you passionate about helping yourself and others achieve smooth, glowing skin? As a licensed esthetician, you can get an extensive education in skincare to better understand how to create the perfect skincare routine for your clients. More and more people are turning to estheticians to help them take care of their skin, and that could be you.
With an esthetics education at JD Academy of Salon + Spa, start doing what you love!
It’s never too late to start your education in skincare. At JD Academy of Salon + Spa you can learn from passionate instructors who act as student mentors ready to teach you the skills you need to become a licensed professional in California. Our esthetics school is located conveniently in the East Bay area.
Our unique method and curriculum are designed to help prepare you with real experience, as you can provide facial, waxing, and other spa services to actual clients under the careful watch of our professional instructors. Our mission is to prepare successful future skincare professionals, and we’re always learning the latest and greatest, including light therapies, makeup design, and more.
As part of your esthetics education, you can feel prepared to sit for the state board exams, as we provide mock exams and bring in guests to walk through the ins-and-outs of what to expect. We want to see you succeed!
Experience the difference of education at The JD Academy of Salon + Spa.
Wondering what makes our Danville, California school different from the rest? A huge part is how we present the curriculum to our students, as the learning environment is key to a successful program. You can learn in small class sizes, which gives necessary one-on-one time to have questions answered, and makes it easier to take a closer look at live demonstrations to master facials, makeup application, and more.
You can leave our school with a portfolio that showcases your best work. You can learn professional marketing skills and take stunning photos of your favorite before and after looks, whether it’s a facial with stunning results or a gorgeous makeup look that clients would want again and again.
Would you love to be able to apply facials and makeup, but are worried about the costs of going back to school? At JD Academy of Salon + Spa financial aid is available to those who qualify. That means that paying for esthetics school could be possible for you through federal grants and loans. You may be able to apply for various scholarships too!
Our esthetics program requires 600 clock hours, as mandated by California state law. But, we do offer a variety of schedules, and it’s possible to complete our program in less than six months! We offer both day or evening programs, making it possible to balance school and life.
Yes. We are accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts & Sciences (NACCAS), which means you can be confident in your education. Accreditation is important to us, as we strive to make sure our program meets those high standards to provide a valuable education to each of our students.
Esthetician Program Length: 600-hours 22 weeks
Monday-Friday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm 22 weeks (5.5 hours per day 27.5 hours/week)
600 Clock Hours $21.00/hour
Tuition $21,00 per hour $12,600
Application Fee – Non-Refundable $150
Books and Equipment – Nonrefundable $2,500
Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) $37.50
State Board License Exam Fee $115
Total: $15,402
The curriculum for students enrolled in an esthetician course consists of 600 hours of technical and practical training covering all practices of an esthetician pursuant to Section 7316 of the Barbering and cosmetology act as Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch 648, Sec. 6 (SB 648) Effective January 1, 2022.
The curriculum for students enrolled in an esthetician course consists of 600 hours of technical and practical training covering all practices of an esthetician pursuant to Section 7316 of the Barbering and cosmetology act.
If adding skincare school to your budget is a concern, there are a variety of payment options you can choose from! At JD Academy of Salon + Spa financial aid is available to those who qualify. Talk to our financial aid team to learn more about what federal grants, loans, or other payment options you can use to help pay for your esthetics education.
Interested in learning how to pursue esthetics school in California? The process is easy. As per the state of California, we require applicants to be at least 17 years old and provide proof through your driver’s license, birth certificate, or passport.
Applicants must also provide or complete:
When you are ready to get started, make sure to schedule a tour of our school! We’d love to answer any questions you may have about the application process in person.
Don’t wait any longer to do what you’ve always wanted to do! Get in touch with our team by filling out the form or calling us at (925) 855-5551. When reaching out, we’ll schedule a time to meet and walk you through our San Francisco East Bay school to see if JD Academy of Salon + Spa is a good fit for you. You can see the school, meet our team, and so much more. We can’t wait to help you pursue an education in skincare.
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