Esthetician Schools Near Columbia

WRITTEN BY Beauty Schools Directory Editorial Staff | UPDATED ON 12/01/2022

As the largest city in South Carolina, Columbia has dozens of day and resort spas—including medical spas—which makes it an attractive place to launch a career as an esthetician. In addition, the cost of living is well below the national average, which means you can live better for less. In May 2019 estheticians in Columbia earned an average salary of $37,980 per year ($18.26 per hour). The number of jobs in South Carolina is expected to grow by 15% between 2016 and 2026, a projection that is higher than the national average.

To become a licensed esthetician in South Carolina you need to complete 450 hours of training and pass both a written and skills exam. The Columbia schools listed below will provide you with the training and skills you need.

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Paul Mitchell The School

Program: Cosmetology

Aveda Institute

Program: Cosmetology

Georgia Career Institute (GA)

Program: Cosmetology

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Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology - Columbia Garners Ferry – Accredited

7474 Garners Ferry Road
Columbia, SC 29209

Paul Mitchell The School Columbia – Accredited

1008 Meeting Street
West Columbia, SC 29169

South Eastern Esthetics Institute – Accredited

501 Spears Creek Church Road
Elgin, SC 29045

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You must attend a school that meets any licensure requirements as defined by your state. Most states require that you graduate from an accredited or state-approved school.