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Get the Skills to Become a Professional Esthetician

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Esthetics school students provide beauty services to real clients in Federico’s professional onsite salon.

5 Month* Esthetics School in Sacramento, CA

Estheticians are skincare specialists, trained in the art of performing services that enhance, treat or beautify the skin. Many professionals in this field enjoy the satisfaction of knowing they can provide relief to those suffering from painful and/or embarrassing skin conditions, and helping people put their best face forward.

If you’re interested in skincare, enjoy working with people and have a friendly and engaging personality, you could be well-suited to a rewarding career in Esthetics.

Esthetician Class Schedule:

  • Full Time   |  Tuesday-Friday, 9:30AM-5:30PM  (Duration: 5 Months*)
  • Part Time  |  Tuesday-Friday, 5:30PM-8:30PM; Saturday, 8:30AM-5PM  (Duration: 7.5 Months*)
Limited seating, please call admissions for seating availability.

The best way to see if Federico Beauty Institute is the right fit for you is to contact an admissions representative. Get more information on our programs, class schedules, and financial aid options so that you can make an informed decision about your future. Contact Us Now >>>

Employment Opportunities for Esthetics Professionals

After completing Esthetician classes in California, licensed Estheticians are finding jobs in diverse esthetic arenas, including:

  • Spas
  • Salons
  • Medi-Spas
  • Hotels
  • Resorts/Cruise Lines
  • Dermatologist Offices
  • Make-Up Counters
  • Research for Skin Care Companies
    And More!

Experienced Esthetics professionals may choose to be self-employed, typically leasing a treatment room in a salon or spa, or setting up an independent practice in a professional space or in a specially designed room right in their home.

Is a Career in Esthetics Right for You? Find Out! Take the Federico "Esthetics Career Training Readiness Quiz"

This fun, online quiz takes 3 minutes to complete and you’ll get a personalized report. Identify your strengths and social style plus the training and positions you're best suited for. Get your Esthetics career training readiness score now >>

Becoming a Skilled Esthetics Professional

The Esthetician Program at Federico Beauty Institute provides the hands-on training, practical “real world” experience and industry guidance you need to pursue a rewarding career in Esthetics. The modular education program at Federico uses the innovative Image Skincare line.

Successful graduates of the Federico Esthetics Program in Sacramento feel confident entering the professional setting after gaining hands-on training in important beauty treatments, including:

  • Waxing
  • Facials
  • Therapeutic Massage
  • Aromatherapy
  • Lash Extension Application

As well as consultation and the evaluation and treatment of minor skin disorders such as acne and dry, aging skin.

Successful graduates of Esthetician schools in California enter the professional world with confidence after gaining so much practical experience working with real clients in the Federico Spa. You’ll make a smooth transition from Esthetician program student to aspiring professional after working one-on-one with clients in a real spa setting.

“Federico has more than just a state of the art facility, they have a state of the art education! They set students up for realistic success in the industry.”
– Charlotte Price, Graduate of the FBI Esthetics Program and Lead Educator for Aveda

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Flexible Full & Part-Time Career Training Schedules

As a student in the Federico Beauty Institute Esthetician Program, you’ll be able to balance work, family and other commitments while getting the high-level skills you need to pursue a professional career in Esthetics.

The Esthetics Program has a shorter-term full-time option, as well as a part-time evenings & weekends schedule. Your days are free to spend time with family, plus you’ll get more clients and receive more hands-on training when you work in the student clinic on Saturdays – our busiest day!

State Licensure for Estheticians

Accomplished California beauty college graduates feel secure going into their State Licensure exams after receiving personalized coaching and exam preparation from industry professionals.

Funding Your Esthetics Career Training

Financial aid is available for those who qualify. Career training is an investment in your future. A Federico Financial Aid representative would be happy to sit down with you to help you determine if you qualify for financial aid and help design a Financial Plan that works for you.

Is a Rewarding Career in Esthetics Right for You? Find Out More…

If you’re interested in learning more about Esthetics courses, and exploring whether this is the right field for you, fill out the form on this page to receive your FREE Career Information Package.

To speak with a friendly and knowledgeable Admissions Advisor from Federico Beauty Institute, call us at 916-418-7223.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the benefits of the Esthetics Program at Federico for aspiring estheticians in Sacramento?

The Esthetics program at Federico provides you with the hands-on, practical training you need to become a professional Esthetician. In as little as 5 months*, you’ll be prepared to sit for the California State Licensure exam in order to become a licensed Esthetician in Sacramento.

How do I get certified as an esthetician in Sacramento through Federico's Esthetics Program?

To become a certified esthetician in Sacramento, you will need to follow a series of steps, which involve completing Federico’s Esthetics program, passing the State Licensure exam, and applying for a license to become a licensed Esthetician.

What topics are covered in the Esthetician Classes in California at Federico?

Federico’s Esthetician classes cover a broad range of topics to prepare students for a career in skin care. Topics include:

  • Skin Analysis
  • Facial Treatments
  • Hair Removal
  • Skin Care Products
  • Skin Disorders and Diseases
  • Health and Safety

How does Federico's Esthetics Program prepare students for their state exams?

Federico’s education for estheticians prepares you for the State Licensure exams by teaching you the curriculum aligned with California’s requirements for esthetician licensure. This means that the topics covered in this program directly relate to the knowledge and skills tested on the state exam. You will also gain hands-on training where you’ll practice the skills you’ve learned in our on-campus salon.

What career opportunities are available in Sacramento after completing the Esthetics Program at Federico?

After completing the Esthetics program at Federico and obtaining your license, you can pursue a variety of career opportunities in Sacramento in the beauty and personal care industry. Potential job roles include:

  • Esthetician
  • Medical Esthetician
  • Salon or Spa Manager
  • Beauty Consultant
  • Makeup Artist
  • Beauty Educator

* Program length when completed in normal time.