Stephanie Lindsey
Division Chair, Human Services & Hospitality
slindsey@nctc.edu
(940) 668-3314
The NCTC Esthetician Program curriculum is governed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations. The 24 semester hour Esthetician curriculum leads to a Level I Workforce Certificate and helps prepare graduates to take the TDLR Esthetician Examinations. Successful completion of the examinations will allow graduates to practice as licensed esthetician in the state of Texas.
To enroll in the Esthetician certificate program, student must:
- Be at least 17 years of age by state licensure testing date,
- Apply to NCTC and complete the college orientation,
- Complete required Cosmetology department paperwork,
- Complete financial aid forms if applicable,
- Provide applicable transcripts, and
- Pay a $25 fee to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation for a student permit.
Level I Workforce Certificate
Upon completion of the Level I Workforce Certificate, a student will be able to:
- Demonstrate proper skincare applications.
- Determine the basic physiology of the skin.
- Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required for successful completion of the state licensing examination.
Fees associated with the Esthetician Certificate are outlined below.
First 16-Weeks
- Textbook Bundle - $386 (Includes Foundations Textbook, Fundamentals Textbook, and MindTap)
- Dermalogica Student Skincare Kit, approximately - $275
- TDLR Permit Fee - $25
- Supply Fee - $150
- Airpot - $25-$50
- White scrub top with the first name and school logo embroidered on the top, black scrub bottoms, and a black or lab coat.
Second 16-Weeks
- Salon Fundamentals Exam Prep Book (3rd Edition) by Pivot Point - approximately $68
- ARC Chemical Peel Kit - $299
- Chemical Supply Fee - $100
- State Board Exam Fees - $131
Freshmen will enroll in four courses in the first 16-week session and three courses the second 16-week semester for a total of seven courses to be completed in two semesters with a total of 24 semester credit hours (SCH). Students must pass these courses successfully to proceed to the next course in the sequence. Summer semesters are 10 weeks.
1st 16-week session: 12 SCH
2nd 16-week session: 12 SCH
