Program Tuition: $2,500

Estimated Program Length: 4 Months

Launch Your Career With Our Esthetics Program

We’ve designed a clear and supportive journey to guide you from the classroom to your new career as a Licensed Esthetician.

Are you passionate about the science of healthy skin? Our Esthetics Program is your direct path to becoming a professional skin care specialist. This 300-hour hybrid course provides the essential scientific knowledge and practical experience you need to master facial techniques, product chemistry, hair removal, and more.

Master the Science of Skin

Engage with our hybrid curriculum, mastering skin theory, product chemistry, safety protocols, and state regulations.

Develop Your Practical Skills

Apply your knowledge in our skin care lab, performing facials, hair removal, and other treatments to perfect your hands-on technique.

Prepare For Your Exam

Graduate fully prepared with the knowledge and 300 practical hours required to sit for the Florida state board examination.

Become a Licensed Pro

Pass your board exam to earn your professional license and launch your career in the skincare industry

Esthetics Program At Rockledge Institute

Flexible Learning for a Creative Life

The Esthetics Program is a 300 Hour Hybrid Course.

The program includes basic instruction and practical experience in Sanitation, Ethics, Basics of Electricity, Facial Techniques and Contraindications, Product Chemistry, Hair Removal, Skin Theory, Disease and Disorders of the Skin, as well as state laws and regulations. Graduates are prepared to become entry-level esthetician/facial specialist.

Our program is designed for your success, blending convenient online learning with critical hands-on training. You will study the fundamentals—from skin theory and sanitation to state laws and ethics—through our flexible online platform. This allows you to master the core knowledge at your own pace before applying it in a real-world setting.

Your Gateway To A Thriving Career

Upon successfully completing the program, you will be prepared for a rewarding career in the rapidly growing wellness industry. Our graduates are equipped for roles as facial specialists or estheticians in day spas, salons, dermatology offices, and resorts.

The skills you acquire can also be a foundation for careers in makeup artistry or as a skincare brand representative.

Real-World Experience, Right from the Start

The heart of our program is the hands-on experience you’ll gain in our on-campus skin care lab. Under the close supervision of licensed instructors, you will practice and perfect a wide range of services, including custom facial techniques, safe hair removal, and the proper application of skin care products.

This practical training ensures you graduate ready to deliver professional, entry-level esthetician services with confidence.

Your Path to Enrollment

Ready to get started? Here are the admission requirements:

  • Age: You must be at least 16 years old (17 for the Rx Tech Program).

  • Application: Complete the enrollment application and schedule a tour of our facility.
  • Application Fee: Submit a non-refundable application fee of $100.
  • Education: Provide proof of a High School Diploma or GED. Alternatively, you can take the Wonderlic Basic Skills Test (WBST) and achieve a minimum score of 200 (Verbal) and 210 (Quantitative).
  • Identification: Submit two passport-sized photos, proof of residency (Social Security card or birth certificate), and a government-issued photo ID.
Unlock Your Future in Esthetics

Upon successful completion of the program, you will be prepared for a career built on the science of healthy skin. An Esthetician license opens doors to work as a professional facial specialist, medical esthetician, or skincare consultant, with opportunities to even open your own day spa.

Our graduates are well-prepared for dynamic roles in tranquil spas, modern medical spas, dermatology clinics, resorts, and even as brand educators for leading skincare lines.

Speak To An Admissions Advisor at (321) 301-4439 or

Your Future: A Day in the Life

Ever wonder what a typical day looks like for a Licensed Esthetician? It’s a calming, focused, and science-driven career where you help clients achieve healthy, glowing skin.

Morning (9:00 AM): You begin by preparing your treatment room, ensuring it is a serene and sanitary environment. You review your schedule and consult with your first client, analyzing their skin to recommend a custom facial that addresses their specific needs and contraindications.

Midday (12:30 PM): A client comes in for a hair removal service. You perform the waxing treatment with precision and care, ensuring your client is as comfortable as possible. Afterwards, you provide them with proper aftercare instructions to maintain their results.

Afternoon (3:00 PM): You perform a relaxing European facial on a regular client, incorporating massage techniques and specialized products. Between appointments, you sanitize your tools, restock your supplies, and document the services you provided.

End of Day (5:00 PM): After your final client leaves with radiant skin and a smile, you thoroughly clean your treatment room for the next day. You leave with a sense of fulfillment, knowing your specialized knowledge helped people feel healthy and confident in their own skin.

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