The Aesthetics Program at Project Esty Academy is 600 hours completed over 5.5 months. The program is divided into three phases: Phase 1 covers foundational theory through distant learning, Phase 2 puts you in the clinic working on real clients with hands-on instruction, and Phase 3 integrates business and brand development throughout. By the time you graduate you will have the technical skills, real client experience, and business foundation to step into your career immediately.

We offer two schedule options designed to fit around your life. Schedule A runs Monday, Wednesday, and Friday in person from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with Tuesday and Thursday as distant learning days. Schedule B runs Tuesday and Thursday in person from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with Monday, Wednesday, and Friday as distant learning days. Both options cover the same 600-hour curriculum and lead to the same license. Distant learning days are structured, not self-directed — you will have assignments, instruction, and accountability built in. Many of our students maintain part-time work or manage family responsibilities alongside the program using this structure.

The $13,500 tuition is all-inclusive. It covers your full professional kit, textbooks, all hands-on training with our Zemits technology, and instruction across all three phases of the program. There are no surprise fees, no add-on costs for equipment use, and no hidden charges at graduation. The one optional addition is the Lash Extension Application module, which is available at an additional charge for students who want to expand their service menu further. Outside of that, what you see is what you pay. A $3,500 deposit secures your seat in the next cohort, with flexible monthly payment plans available for the remaining balance.

Yes. A $3,500 deposit secures your seat and the remaining balance is structured into flexible monthly payments. We also work with financing specialists who can help you explore additional funding options if you need a payment structure that goes beyond our in-house plan. These are specialists who work specifically with students investing in vocational education and they can often find solutions that make the monthly commitment more manageable than you might expect. The best way to understand all of your options is to come in for a private tour. Financing is one of the most common conversations we have and our team will walk you through everything clearly and without pressure.

After completing the 600-hour program you will apply to take the Arizona State Board Esthetician Exam, which consists of a written theory portion and a practical hands-on portion. Both are covered extensively throughout the program, theory review is built into Phase 1 and practical exam simulations are part of Phase 2 so that by the time your exam date arrives you have already performed every required skill under timed conditions. Once you pass both portions you receive your Arizona Esthetician License and you are legally authorized to practice. Project Esty has a 100% State Board pass rate. Every student who has completed this program has passed on the first attempt. We do not consider exam prep a separate step, it is woven into everything we teach from day one.

We cap each classroom at 12 students and we have two classrooms. That is intentional. Most schools advertise small classes but put 20 to 30 students in a room with one instructor. At Project Esty, 12 students per class means your instructors know your name, your goals, and where you need the most support. You will get direct feedback on your technique, personalized attention during clinic hours, and the kind of mentorship that only happens when your instructors actually have time for you. That environment is a deliberate decision we made because we believe it is the only way to produce the results our graduates achieve.

Yes, and sooner than you might expect. Project Esty operates an active luxury student clinic where you will perform real treatments on real clients under the direct supervision of our licensed instructors. This is not a simulation. These are paying clients who book appointments specifically to be treated by our students. You will perform facials, waxing, brow and lash services, and advanced treatments as part of your Phase 2 clinic hours. Working with real clients before you graduate means you are not starting from zero on your first day of work. You already know how to do a consultation, how to handle a difficult skin condition, how to rebook a client, and how to make someone feel taken care of. That experience is one of the most valuable things you will leave this program with.

A few things that no other school in Arizona can say. We are the only aesthetics academy in the United States with Zemits advanced technology integrated directly into the curriculum. Our class sizes are capped at 12 students, not because we have to but because we believe that is the only way to deliver the level of mentorship and attention our students deserve. Our curriculum goes beyond Arizona state minimums with advanced techniques, medical-grade protocols, and results-driven skincare training using professional lines including GlyMed Plus, Face Reality, and DermaQuest. Business and social media training are built into the program from day one, not offered as an add-on. We have a 100% State Board pass rate and a 100% program completion rate. No student has ever dropped out. And over 40% of our graduates open their own suite, studio, or spa within 1 to 2 years of graduation. We are not the cheapest option in Arizona. We are the one that produces the best outcomes. If that is what you are looking for, we would love to meet you.

Yes, and many of our students do. The hybrid schedule is designed with exactly that in mind. Your in-person clinic days run from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM three days a week, which leaves afternoons and your distant learning days available for work, family, or other responsibilities. Distant learning days are structured with assignments and instruction but you complete them on your own time within the day, which gives you flexibility without sacrificing accountability. We will be honest with you: this program requires real commitment. 600 hours over 5.5 months is not passive. Students who succeed here are organized, motivated, and take the program seriously. If that sounds like you, balancing work and school is very achievable. Many of our graduates look back and say the discipline they built during those 5.5 months was one of the most valuable things they took into their career.

As soon as you submit the inquiry form you will receive an email with the full Program Guide including curriculum details, schedule options, tuition breakdown, and financing information. Over the following days you will receive a short series of emails from our team with more information about the program, graduate stories, and answers to the questions most students have before making their decision. When you are ready to take the next step you will be invited to complete a short pre-qualification form and book a Private Tour. The Private Tour is a one-on-one visit with a member of our team. A real conversation about your goals, your timeline, and whether Project Esty is the right fit for you. Most students who tour enroll. Because seeing the facility, meeting the instructors, and experiencing the environment in person answers every question they had left. If you have not filled out the inquiry form yet, scroll up and do it now. The next cohort is forming and seats are limited.