Facial Specialty - Certificate Program
Are you passionate about skincare? Eastern Florida's Cosmetology Department offers a Facial Specialty Career and Technical Certificate (CTC) program at the Cocoa Campus. Instruction and hands-on practice prepare students for obtaining professional registration from the Florida State Board of Cosmetology.
This affordable, Brevard County-based option for Esthetician training equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to work as Skincare and Facial Specialists. Upon completion, students will be capable of performing a variety of specialized facials — including microneedling, microdermabrasion, and chemical peels; as well as waxing, makeup application, brow and last shaping and tinting services, and more.
Program participants have an opportunity to provide services to the public as part of their training at EFSC's Cocoa Campus Salon, giving them real-world practical and customer service experience before they enter the workforce.
Facial Specialty Certificate - COURSE CURRICULUM
The 220-clock hour course required to earn this certificate prepares students for work as licensed facial/skincare specialists in a variety of spa, office, and retail settings through classes that meet Monday through Thursday.
Facial Specialty - Certificate Program
Program Overview
- Certificate Type
- Career & Technical Certificate (CTC)
- Delivery Method
- On-Campus
- Location
- Cocoa
- Total Clock Hours
- 220
- Academic Community
- Business
- Contact Information
The integrated facial laboratory practice and assessments give students the experience they need to achieve professional licensing as facial/skincare specialists in the State of Florida.
Facial Specialty Certificate - Admissions Information
Eastern Florida's Facial Specialty CTC is a limited access program that requires an extra application process in addition to EFSC's general application for admission. The process is explained below. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure their application for the facial specialty program is complete.
Spring 2026 Program:
- Spring Start Date 1: January 13 start, Monday - Thursday, 4 - 9:10 PM
- Spring Start Date 2: Begins mid-Spring. Exact start date TBA soon.
Application Deadline: Spring Start Date 2 deadline coming soon.
Summer 2026 Program: July start, Monday - Thursday, 4 to 9:10 PM
Application Deadline: June 26, 2026
Each group is limited to the first 12 students who complete required EFSC general admissions steps and the Facial Specialty application steps.
Complete & submit the online application for general admission to EFSC. Select "CTC Facial Specialty" as your desired program of study. A $30 non-refundable fee is due at the time of application.
NOTE: This step pertains ONLY to students who are not currently enrolled at EFSC. If you're:
- A returning/readmit student who applied one or more years ago, and have not completed a course in the past year, you'll need to re-apply online, and will not be charged the application fee again.
- Already an active student at EFSC (in another major), you will need to complete a Major/Program Change Form and submit it to the Admissions Office.
Once you have been admitted to EFSC, your general admissions acceptance letter/email will list admissions requirements that must be completed. These general requirements can also be found on EFSC's Accepted Students' page.
Please visit the Registration Holds page on EFSC's website for details on how to check holds and how to clear them.
In preparation for state licensing, students should review the eligibility requirements to obtain licensure as established by Florida DPBR.
The program advisor will contact applicants via Titan email with next steps once the initial EFSC admissions requirements are completed.
Brief Costs & Financial Aid Eligibility
The estimated expenses to complete this certificate program — which includes in-state tuition, lab fees, and course materials — is approximately $1,450. Uniforms and necessary vaccinations may cost extra. Though this certificate is not eligible for financial aid due to the program's length, students can explore options and eligibility for Veteran's Benefits, scholarships, and the Nelnet Payment Plan.
Where Can This Certification Lead?
This program prepares students for employment as professional Estheticians. Upon completion, certificate-holding program graduates could find work in beauty salons, day spas and medi spas, dermatologist offices, plastic surgeons' offices, with cosmetic/ skincare companies, or within the entertainment industry as make-up specialists. Classroom and clinical instruction focus on building the skills needed to function successfully as an esthetician in varied settings and roles. Students have the opportunity to provide services to the public while building experience in a hands-on setting as part of their training at EFSC's Cocoa Campus Salon.
Other EFSC Program Options
As you explore the Facial Specialty certificate, consider these additional certificate and degree options and meet with an advisor if you need help with planning.