Are you ready to become an esthetician? The requirements for becoming a part of the beauty and wellness industry vary in every state. It is important that you follow your state’s requirements and are fully aware of what is expected of you during your beauty school education. If you ever wondered what it takes to become an esthetician in the state of Ohio, then you’ve come to the right place! Read our blog to learn how to get started.

What Is an Esthetician?

An Esthetician is a beauty and skincare professional who performs services that focus on enhancing and beautifying the skin. During beauty school, esthetician students can learn a lot of useful skills that can guide them through a future in the health and beauty industry. Here are a few skills you can expect to learn in beauty school:

• Microdermabrasions
• Dermaplaning
• Threading
• Lash Extensions
• Chemical Peels
• Body Polishes
• Make-Up Application
• Facials
• And More!

At Raphael’s School of Beauty Culture, we offer an advanced esthetician program that teaches a variety of skills to help you become confident with your future. During school, you can work with real clients at our on-site student spa. All services are provided by students under the supervision of licensed professionals.

How to Become an Esthetician

Where you decide to get your education is an important first step. You must attend a licensed beauty school and complete Ohio’s minimum required training hours. There are a few other steps to take that can help you achieve your goals in becoming an esthetician. 

Attend an Accredited Beauty School

The first step to becoming a licensed esthetician is to get the necessary training from an accredited school. When a beauty school is nationally accredited, this means that it is recognized as an institution that offers a curriculum that can prepare students to sit for the state exam. 

In the state of Ohio you must graduate from a 600-hour esthetician program. Raphaels’ School of Beauty Culture offers an advanced program that can provide you with a stronger skill set and more training. Our advanced esthetician program is a 750 hour course that can be completed in as little as 6 months! 

We are an accredited school with experienced staff who care about their student’s futures. Our classes run on Tuesday-Saturday and have three different schedules to choose from:

• 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (complete in 7 months)
• 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM (complete in 6 months)
• 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (complete in 5.5 months)

We strive to provide you with the flexibility you need to complete and advance in your education.

How to Pay for Beauty School

Don’t let the cost of beauty school stop you from getting an education. Accredited beauty schools can offer scholarships and financial aid to help support you through school. Financial aid is available to those who qualify. We are here to walk you through the steps when applying for financial aid, so you don’t have to do it alone. 

Use the Net Price Calculator to get an estimate of the total costs of your schooling, so you can better prepare for your education financially. 

Register for the State Exam

Once you have completed the required hours for an esthetics program, you can apply for the Ohio state exam. Once you have been approved to sit for the exam, it’s important that you do all you can to study and prepare. 

Esthetician Career Options

When students pass their state exam, the last step is to receive their license and discover a future in the beauty industry. Here are a few career options to consider as a licensed esthetician:

• Salon/Spa Owner
• Makeup Artist
• Work for a Spa or Salon
• Medical Esthetician
• Beauty Influencer
• And More!

We are all about guiding students every step of the way, even after graduation. Our educators offer hands-on training and job placement assistance for our graduates. 

Raphael’s School of Beauty Culture Ohio Locations

With several campus locations in the Ohio area and over 50 years of experience, Raphaels is a great place to receive the training and skills you need to become successful.

If you are ready to begin your education in cosmetology, barbering, massage therapy, nail technology, or advanced esthetics, then check out our Ohio campuses:

• Willoughby Campus
• Canton/ Alliance Area Campus
• Youngstown/Boardman Area Campus
• North Olmsted Campus
• Brunswick Campus
• Niles Campus (Barbering & Beauty School)

Schedule a beauty school tour at one of our locations today! That way you can get a better idea on which campus is right for you and ask any questions you may have.

Start Your Beauty School Journey

Learn more about our school and contact our admissions team today! We are here to help in any way we can and guide you through the enrollment process. Find the perfect beauty school program for your future!