Esthetics (skin care) training · Providence, RI

Esthetician Schools in Providence, RI

Esthetician schools in Providence and nearby Cranston offer 600-hour training for Rhode Island licensure. You can compare published prices, day and evening schedules, and the exams that follow your skin care classes.

Compare programs How to pay for training
RI training600 hours; school route spans at least 4 months
License ageAt least 18 in Rhode Island
TestingWritten and practical exams required in RI
Published tuitionPaul Mitchell: $9,600.00, effective October 1, 2026

Esthetics programs in Providence and Cranston

These two campus programs publish 600-hour training and upcoming school start dates, with cohort availability to confirm. The check line under each school identifies its published licensing or approval statement, used because a Rhode Island school roster was not available.

2 local programs listed

SchoolProgramCredentialLengthScheduleCost
Empire Beauty SchoolProvidence, RISchool statement: Rhode Island Council on Postsecondary Education approval
The October 2026 catalog says "EMPIRE BEAUTY SCHOOL IS APPROVED BY" and names Rhode Island Board of Education’s Council on Postsecondary Education. Catalog starts include November 16 and December 7, 2026; confirm the Providence esthetics cohort. Checked October 27, 2026.
School page 		EstheticsDiploma600 hours; 18 weeks full time or 35 weeks part timeFull time: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; part time: Monday-Wednesday, 5:30-10 p.m., Thursday, 5:30-9:30 p.m.; confirm availability.$11,096 total tuition, kit, fees and taxes (Providence campus page, checked October 27, 2026)
Paul Mitchell The School Rhode IslandCranston, RISchool statement: Rhode Island Office of the Postsecondary Commissioner licensing
Catalog statement: "The following institutions license and regulate our institution," including Rhode Island Office of the Postsecondary Commissioner. Day starts listed: February 15 and February 23, 2027; evening start: July 27, 2027. Checked October 27, 2026.
School page 		EstheticsCertificate of Completion600 hoursFull time: Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m., 35 hours/week; part time: Monday-Thursday, 5-10 p.m., 20 hours/week.$9,600.00 tuition; $11,641.05 total costs in the table effective October 1, 2026; a separate undated table lists $12,683.74 total (school program page).

Providence campuses first, then nearby cities. Details come from each school's website; costs and start dates change, so confirm with the school.

Esthetician schools near Providence: campus details

Empire Beauty School Providence, RI

Empire teaches esthetics on Broadway in Providence, where its student salon provides supervised practice with members of the public.

School statement: Rhode Island Council on Postsecondary Education approval
Program
Esthetics
Credential
Diploma
Length
600 hours; 18 weeks full time or 35 weeks part time
Schedule
Full time: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; part time: Monday-Wednesday, 5:30-10 p.m., Thursday, 5:30-9:30 p.m.; confirm availability.
Published cost
$11,096 total tuition, kit, fees and taxes (Providence campus page, checked October 27, 2026)
Address
151 Broadway, Providence, RI 02903
Phone
(401) 526-9513
Program page

Paul Mitchell The School Rhode Island Cranston, RI

The Cranston esthetics curriculum covers skin analysis, facial treatments, hair removal and makeup, with practice in a clinic classroom.

School statement: Rhode Island Office of the Postsecondary Commissioner licensing
Program
Esthetics
Credential
Certificate of Completion
Length
600 hours
Schedule
Full time: Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m., 35 hours/week; part time: Monday-Thursday, 5-10 p.m., 20 hours/week.
Published cost
$9,600.00 tuition; $11,641.05 total costs in the table effective October 1, 2026; a separate undated table lists $12,683.74 total (school program page).
Address
30 Chapel View Blvd., Suite 100, Cranston, RI 02920
Phone
(401) 946-9920
Program page

Steps toward a Rhode Island esthetician license

  1. 1

    Check your license qualifications

    Rhode Island requires applicants to be at least 18 and meet its education and other qualifications. Read the state's applicant requirements before paying a school deposit.

  2. 2

    Review the school's documents

    Request the current school license or approval and the exact cohort calendar. Paul Mitchell's catalog names Rhode Island Office of the Postsecondary Commissioner among the bodies that license and regulate the institution.

  3. 3

    Complete the required training

    The Rhode Island statute sets a 600-hour school route over at least four months, and also addresses credentials from recognized skin care schools. Get a written completion schedule for your chosen program.

  4. 4

    Prepare for both examinations

    Rhode Island requires written and practical testing under its licensing rules. RIDOH's exam information names PSI for Esthetician Theory; ask the school how the practical exam is arranged.

  5. 5

    Send your licensing documents

    Use the RIDOH application checklist for identification, education records and fees. Have the school send your official transcript directly to the Board, showing completion dates and training hours.

Skincare specialist employment and wages around Providence

The BLS May 2025 OEWS estimates report 190 skincare specialist jobs (SOC 39-5094) in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area. The median wage was $21.59 per hour and $44,900 per year. These figures describe the occupation across the metro, including workplaces outside Providence.

BLS survey guidance explains that OEWS excludes self-employed workers. The median divides reported wages into equal halves, and the employment figure measures jobs rather than vacancies. When you discuss a position, ask about weekly hours, how service pay is calculated, and benefits. Use the regional figures alongside the training bill and your own household budget.

Esthetics tuition, kits and funding

Paul Mitchell publishes $9,600.00 tuition and $11,641.05 total costs in its table effective October 1, 2026. The same page also shows an undated $12,683.74 total, so request the bill for your cohort. Empire's Providence page lists $11,096 for tuition, kit, fees and taxes together. Ask each school for separate testing and licensing charges.

Paul Mitchell's financial aid policy describes FAFSA and Pell Grants for eligible students in eligible programs. Ask financial services to confirm your esthetics program's eligibility and your remaining balance. Its veterans addendum explains policies for VA education benefits; confirm coverage for the exact course before counting on GI Bill funding.

For workforce assistance, Rhode Island DLT directs unemployed or underemployed residents to a career center job coach to check WIOA eligibility for programs on the Eligible Training Provider List. Seek approval before making a payment.

Read the full guide to paying for training

Questions for an esthetics admissions office

  • Can I see the current school license or approval for this campus?
  • Which esthetics start date has an available seat?
  • What are the full class and clinic hours each week?
  • Does the quoted total include every kit, book and digital charge?
  • How do you arrange the written and practical licensing exams?
  • Will this program meet the rules in the state where I plan to work?
  • Which funding sources cover this exact esthetics course?

How to check a school

Common questions

How long does esthetician school take around Providence?

The Rhode Island school route calls for 600 hours over at least four months under state law. Empire's 2026/27 catalog lists 18 weeks full time and 35 weeks part time for esthetics. Calendar time depends on the schedule and any missed hours, so ask for the expected graduation date for your specific cohort.

What exams follow Rhode Island esthetics classes?

You must meet the state's written and practical examination requirements under the Rhode Island licensing rules. RIDOH's licensing page lists Esthetician Theory among the exams administered by PSI. Ask your school for practical testing instructions, registration deadlines and exam charges. Completing class hours is one step in the licensing process; keep copies of your training and test records.

Can I train in Massachusetts and work in Rhode Island?

Rhode Island law includes a route for graduates of skin care schools recognized by the state or nation where they operate, with at least 600 training hours. Have RIDOH review your planned education before you commit to a Massachusetts course. Massachusetts has its own 600-hour program and written theory exam requirements. See Rhode Island's training statute and Massachusetts licensing guidance.

Do I need a high school diploma for an esthetician license?

Rhode Island's applicant qualifications require high school graduation or an equivalent, with a separate provision for at least 25 years of prior practice. The minimum licensing age is 18. School admission rules also apply: Paul Mitchell publishes accepted education documents, including recognized diploma equivalents. Ask which records you need before submitting an application fee.

Why are some nearby esthetics schools absent from the table?

This table requires current training dates and licensing evidence. ANLI's admissions page displays 2024 starts, while its catalog lists 2025 dates. Rob Roy and LaBluh advertise Fall River esthetics training, but we could not verify their active school records in Massachusetts' license portal. Those omissions reflect verification limits as of October 27, 2026, rather than a finding that a school is unlicensed.

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Request the current esthetics calendar and itemized price from each campus you are considering, then check the licensing route for your work state.

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