Tuition

To apply for admission to Aesthetic Reserves, you must fill out an application form and submit it along with your high school diploma or equivalent, a government-issued ID, and a non-refundable application fee.

Most students complete our esthetician program in 6–12 months, depending on schedule and course load. Our training is designed to prepare you for the North Carolina state board exam and your future career as a licensed esthetician.

Tuition varies by program length, materials, licensing fees, and payment options. Contact our admissions team to receive current esthetician school tuition information for North Carolina, including financing options, scholarships, and flexible payment plans.

Both terms describe professionals in skincare.

• Esthetician is commonly used in North Carolina and the U.S.
• Aesthetician is often used in clinical or medical settings.
  At Aesthetic Reserves, we prepare students for both environments through hands-on practice and real-world training.

To become a licensed esthetician in NC, you must:

1. Complete an NC Cosmetic Arts accredited esthetician program
2. Complete required hands-on hours and training
3. Pass the North Carolina state board written and practical exams

Aesthetic Reserves guides you through every step — from enrollment to licensing.

Yes. Income depends on experience, location, specialization, and services. Estheticians who offer advanced skincare, lash services, medical spa support, and luxury treatments often earn more. Many graduates choose careers in spas, med-spas, beauty clinics, or entrepreneurship.

In North Carolina, Botox must be performed by medical professionals or under medical supervision. While estheticians do not inject Botox, they often assist in consultation, pre-treatment care, skin prep, and post-care procedures.

Certain theory components may be available online, but state licensing requires hands-on training in person. Aesthetic Reserves offers blended learning options to support busy schedules while maintaining NC licensing requirements.