Alabama Esthetician Schools

Yes, the state of Alabama requires completion of an approved, licensed esthetician program consisting of a minimum of 1,000 hours and is approved by the Alabama Board of Cosmetology & Barbering. For more state board information check out our ASCP State Board information page at www.ascpskincare.com/state-board-info.

The following steps are required to become a licensed esthetician in Alabama:

1. Complete an esthetics training program from a licensed esthetic or cosmetology school consisting of a minimum of 1,000 hours.
2. Complete and pass both written and practical examinations for esthetician licensure.

According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (www.bls.gov) estheticians (skin care specialists) earn approximately $35,080.00 per year based on full-time employment in the state of Alabama, with an mean wage of $16.87 per hour. This does not include tips and commissions, which are common in the esthetic industry.

A licensed esthetician program must consist of 1,000 hours. Five to eight months is the average length of time it takes to complete a 1,000-hour program. This is dependent on whether you attend on a full-time or part-time basis.

According to estheticianedu.org, the average cost of an esthetics program in Alabama is $8,901.00.

An accredited school has met the requirements of national standards of education performance that have been established by an impartial nongovernmental agency. Attending an accredited school is not required for esthetician licensure in Alabama. Recognized agencies who accredit beauty schools and cosmetology schools include:

• NACCAS (National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences)
• ACCSC (Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges)
• ACCET (Accrediting Council for Continued Education & Training)
• COE (Council on Occupational Education)

Some esthetician programs offer financial aid provided by Federal Student Aid under the U.S. Department of Education. Some schools offer private school loan options.