Esthetician

You’ll be trained in anatomy, dermatology and chemistry in this certificate program, and you'll work directly with customers at our in-house M State salon, so you can confidently begin your career as a practiced and knowledgeable esthetician. When you’ve completed 600 hours of clinical time, you’ll be eligible to take the Minnesota Board of Cosmetology exams required for licensure. 

Estheticians provide skin care treatments to the face and body, including facials, full-body treatments, waxing and sugaring, eyelash and eyebrow tinting, makeup applications and more. 

You’ll learn:

• Technical procedures to perform the skills required of estheticians
• Ethical and professional behaviors and human relations skills within a salon environment
• State regulations for licensed estheticians
• Minnesota sanitation standards and laws for estheticians
• Evaluation of disorders or diseases that should be referred to a physician
• Preparation, use and safety of all salon equipment and supplies
• Preparation of chemical formulas and knowledge of products used for esthetic services

Related Programs

You may also be interested in our Advanced Practice Esthiology and Nail Technician certificate programs, or our Massage Therapy and Cosmetology diploma programs.

Facilities

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Services to the public

M State Cosmetology and Massage Therapy students gain valuable real-world experience by offering reduced-rate salon and spa services to the public at our in-house student salon on the Wadena campus. Learn more about the services offered, hours of operation, and how to make an appointment by calling 218.631.7880. 

2024 Esthetician Spa Menu

Fall application period

The fall application period opens Sept. 1 for the following academic year.

Admission details

Once you've applied to M State, please send copies of your high school transcript and any official college transcripts (if applicable) to records@minnesota.edu.

Acceptance to M State does NOT guarantee a seat in this program. Seats are limited and awarded on a first-come first-serve basis by registering for classes.