Master Esthetician

The Master Esthetician program prepares students to enter the world of skincare and natural nail care by teaching the required skills for success in one of the fastest-growing fields in the beauty industry. Students develop communication skills, professional behavior, and the core skills of working in or building a spa business. Students work with spa guests in a modern, well-equipped spa with the newest techniques, products, and equipment in the industry. This program offers education in facials, manicures, pedicures, skin care massage, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, ultrasonic facials, LED light facials, microcurrent facials, advanced hair removal, advanced makeup, and body treatments. Students build upon skills with advanced facial techniques and laser treatments. At the end of the program, students are qualified to take the Utah State Master Esthetician Licensing Exams.

Objectives

• Demonstrate basic and master esthetic skills such as: communication skills, professional behavior, facials, manicures, pedicures, advanced facial techniques, skin care massage, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, ultrasonic facials, LED light facials, microcurrent facials, advanced hair removal, advanced makeup, body treatments, and advanced laser treatments.
• Explain general sciences related to Esthetics such as anatomy, infection control, skin structure, skin diseases and disorders, chemistry, and electricity.
• Demonstrate spa processes and etiquette with proper sanitation procedures necessary for the health and safety of spa guests and self.
• Perform esthetic services on manikins and spa guests.
• Communicate effectively with spa guests and colleagues.
• Demonstrate communication skills through electronic, verbal, and written formats.
• Prepare for the state board licensure exam.

Syllabi

Providing course syllabi ensures openness and transparency in course expectations, fostering a clear and accessible learning environment for all students.

View syllabi for Esthetics Department courses (opens in a new tab)

Program Courses

1. 1

   About Your Program

   The Master Esthetician program accepts students four times a year using a competitive application. Application deadlines are:

   • Start date: July — Application due May 1
   • Start date: October — Application due August 1
   • Start date: January — Application due November 1
   • Start date: April — Application due February 1

   Please contact a Student Success Advisor with any questions you may have about the program.

   Make an appointment with a Student Success Advisor

   Not ready to schedule? You can text questions to (435) 261-9877.

2. 2

   Admissions

   Complete the Certificate-Seeking Application. College admission policy requires a student to have a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent.

   Fill out the Certificate-Seeking Application (opens in a new tab)
3. 3

   Programmatic Requirements

   Students will receive additional pre-enrollment programmatic requirements, if applicable, via email. If you have not received this email within 24 business hours, please check your spam or junk mail folders.

   WorkKeys Assessment: Workplace Documents (Level 5), Graphic Literacy (Level 4), and Applied Math (Level 4).

   Students must be 18 years of age or older prior to the first day of class.

   Please note: A composite ACT score of 17 or a composite SAT score of 930 can waive assessment requirements if taken no more than four years prior to enrollment. If you attended BTECH as a high school student, you may be able to waive the Academic Assessment with your grades. Contact a Student Success Advisor for more information.

   Schedule your Academic Assessment (opens in a new tab) If applicable, upload ACT/SAT score (opens in a new tab)
4. 4

   Complete the Competitive Application

   After completing Admissions and the Academic Assessment, you must apply to the program using the competitive application.

   Start the Competitive Application (opens in a new tab)

   Questions about your application? Contact a Student Success Advisor.

5. 5

   Enrollment and Registration

   Once you have received an acceptance letter, the next step is to meet with a Student Services Representative to complete your enrollment. You will declare your start date, enrolled hours, and set up your payment schedule.

   The first month’s payment or completed Financial Aid is required at the time of enrollment. No appointment is necessary.

   Questions? Call (435) 753-6780, email studentservices@btech.edu, or visit Student Services at the Logan Campus.