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Professional Esthetic License Program in NC at 5T Beauty Academy

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600-Hour Esthetics Program in Raleigh, NC

Hands-on estheticstrainingincludingfacials,skincare,hairremoval,makeup,and State Board preparation all at 5T Beauty Academy, Raleigh’s premier licensed esthetics school.

Esthetician students performing hands-on facial and skincare treatments during esthetic license training at 5T Beauty Academy.

600-Hour Licensed Program

NC State Board–approved curriculum

Hands-On Training

Real clients, real procedures

State Board Prep

Exam-ready from day one

Flexible Schedules

Built for working adults

Raleigh, NC Location

3306 Capital Blvd, Unit C

A Beauty Education Built for Real Careers

At 5TBeauty Academy, we don’t just teach skincare — we build confident, career-ready professionals.Our program blends clinic-level hands-on training with expert instruction and flexible scheduling, giving every student the tools they need to pass their State Board and launch a thriving esthetics career in North Carolina.

Hands-On Clinic Experience

Students perform real treatments on real clients inside our professional training clinic — building the muscle memory and confidence that textbooks alone can’t provide.

Professional Instructors

Learn from licensed estheticians with years of industry experience. Our educators mentor, guide, and prepare you for both the exam room and the treatment room.

Flexible Learning Options

Our program accommodates working adults and full-time students alike. Day and evening scheduling options allow you to pursue your license without putting your life on hold.

Career-Focused Education

Every class, every technique, every hour is designed with your career in mind. From job-readiness coaching to portfolio development, we set you up for long-term success.

What Students Learn

Our600-hourNC-licensed curriculum coverseveryessential skill a modern esthetician needs — from advanced skincare science to practical clienttechniquesandState Boardexam preparation.

Esthetician student performing professional skin analysis during hands-on skincare training at 5T Beauty Academy.

Skin Analysis

Learn to assess skin types, conditions, and concerns using professional diagnostic techniques used in high-end spas and dermatology clinics.

Esthetician student performing professional facial treatments during hands-on skincare training at 5T Beauty Academy

Facial Treatments

Master a full range of facial protocols — cleansing, exfoliation, extractions, masks, and massage — tailored to diverse client skin needs.

Esthetician student using professional facial machines and skincare technology during hands-on training at 5T Beauty Academy.

Facial Machines & Technology

Train on industry-standard equipment including steamers, high-frequency devices, and microdermabrasion machines used in today’s top spas.

Beauty student practicing professional makeup application techniques during hands-on training at 5T Beauty Academy.

Makeup Basics

Build foundational makeup artistry skills — color theory, skin prep, application technique — to expand your service menu and earning potential.

Esthetician students practicing practical exam procedures during State Board preparation training at 5T Beauty Academy.

State Board Preparation

Dedicated exam prep modules, practice tests, and hands-on practical reviews ensure you walk into your NC State Board exam fully prepared to pass.

Real Skills. Real Clients. Real Confidence.

Studentsat5T BeautyAcademy don’tjust studyesthetics—theypractice it. Ourprofessionaltrainingclinic simulates a real spa environment where students perform facial treatments, skincare consultations, waxing services, and advanced machine therapies on actual clients from the very beginning of the program.

What You'll Practice

  • Full facial treatment protocols

  • Skincare consultation & client intake

  • Waxing & hair removal techniques

  • Facial machine operation & safety

  • Professional product application

Why It Matters

Employers hire estheticians who are confident, competent, and client-ready on day one. Our hands-on training model means you graduate with hundreds of hours of real-world practice — not just classroom theory. You’ll be prepared to walk into any spa, medi-spa, or salon and deliver results immediately.

Your Journey at 5T Beauty Academy

Fromyourveryfirstday inthe clinic tothe momentyoureceive yourdiploma,5T BeautyAcademy is designed to inspire, challenge, and elevate you. Ourstudentsdon’tjust attend class — they joinacommunityof driven,passionate individualscommitted to building beautiful careers.

A Community That Lifts You Up

Our intimate class sizes and collaborative culture mean you’ll never feel like just a number. Instructors know your name, your goals, and your strengths — and they show up for you every day.

Learn by Doing, Together

Much of your training happens in pairs and groups — practicing on each other, refining techniques, and building the interpersonal skills that make great estheticians great communicators.

Graduate with Pride

Graduation at 5T is more than a milestone — it’s the launchpad for your career. Students leave with their hours completed, State Board eligibility confirmed, and the confidence to succeed.

Where Your License Can Take You

A North Carolina Esthetics License from 5T Beauty Academy opens doors across the beauty, wellness, and medical industries. Graduates pursue diverse, rewarding careers in some of the most exciting environments in the beauty world — from luxury day spas to medical a esthetics clinics.

Skincare Consultant

Partner with premium skincare brands, medi-spas, or dermatology practices as an educated skincare advisor helping clients achieve transformational results.

Licensed Esthetician

The foundation of your career. Work in day spas, resort spas, or open your own studio providing premium facial and skincare services

to loyal clientele.

Spa Specialist

Join luxury hotel spas, wellness resorts, and high-end day spas where skilled estheticians are among the most sought-after professionals in the industry.

Waxing Specialist

Specialize in hair removal services at dedicated waxing studios — one of the fastest-growing and most consistent revenue streams in the beauty business.

Makeup Artist

Leverage your makeup fundamentals to serve bridal clients, special events, editorial shoots, and retail beauty brands looking for skilled artists.

Start Your Beauty Career Today

Yourfuture asa licensedestheticianin North Carolina is closer than you think. The 5TBeauty Academy 600-Hour Esthetics Program gives you the hands-on training, expert guidance, and State Board preparation you need to launch a career you’re proud of — in Raleigh’s most supportive, professional beauty school environment. 

Your skin, your craft, your career — it all starts here.

Esthetician students performing hands-on facial and skincare treatments during esthetic license training at 5T Beauty Academy.

5T Beauty Academy

3306 Capital Blvd, Unit C Raleigh, NC 27604

📞 (919) 615-3031

🌐 5tbeauty.com

Esthetics Program — Raleigh, NC

5T Beauty Academy offers a licensed 600-hour Esthetics Program in Raleigh, NC, serving students across Wake County and the greater Triangle area. Our esthetician training school prepares graduates for the NC State Board Esthetics Exam and careers across the beauty and wellness industry.

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