Esthetics is all about knowing what to do and how to do it, and how to make clients feel cared for while in your chair. At Alva Beauty Collective, you can build those skills through our technique-first hybrid training. Our program focuses on real services and real practice so that you can see improvement in your techniques over time. This isn’t just watching from the sidelines. Our students learn by doing, with instructor guidance that helps refine their skills and timing as they build their confidence.
Our hybrid education keeps theory hours online, so you can study at home and review material on your own schedule. Then you can come to campus, where class time is dedicated to practical demonstrations and guided training. We take pride in our small class sizes because we believe a lower instructor-to-student ratio creates a more personalized and supportive learning environment. Our classes are offered in either English or Spanish to help students feel confident, supported, and fully engaged throughout their education.
Learn more about our Esthetician Program and how to start enrollment today.
The theory portion of your required training hours is completed online in the comfort of your own home (or wherever you want to study!). This gives you flexibility, so you can learn when and where it’s best for you. Your in-class hours are focused on hands-on training, with live demonstrations and guided practice built into each session. Eventually, you can start providing esthetician services to real clients in our student salon and build your confidence and professional skills. All services are provided by students under the supervision of licensed professionals.
Our hands-on training sessions are part-time, with morning and evening sessions available. We also offer both English and Spanish classes at our Lemon Grove campus.
Skincare can lead to a variety of career paths, with room to develop a specialty over time. Our graduates have pursued roles such as:
Not sure if Esthetician training is right for your goals? Request more information, and our team can talk to you about training, schedule options, and which program might be the best fit for your plans.
Alva Beauty Collective offers in-house payment plans designed to make training more financially manageable. Plan options may include 0% interest, depending on the plans available at the time of enrollment. If you want to learn more about the payment plans available and how they could fit your budget, talk to our team. We can walk you through your payment options during a campus tour.
Our Esthetician program is designed to be completed in approximately 6–7 months. Students receive hands-on practical training combined with online theory instruction to prepare for licensure and a career in the beauty industry.
Yes! We offer TFC financing, MYCAA funding, and in-house payment plans to help make your education more accessible. Our admissions team can help guide you through the available options and find a plan that works best for you.
My experience at this beauty school has been a dream come true! I am excited to be a part of the Cosmetology program offered here with amazing educators like Amber and Daisy and the front desk staff is always so friendly and welcoming. I’m new at this program and already learned so much!
Thoroughly enjoyed my time at ALVA, loved building connections with my instructors/classmates while learning up to date techniques in the manicurist business world. Really appreciated getting real-world beauty service experiences. Also had so much fun while there!💕
After being in the dental field for 23 years I decided to go back to school To follow a passion of cutting hair. ALVA was a perfect opportunity to get the schooling I needed to be able to qualify for state board exam and not break the bank. The speedy curriculum and flexible hours made this possible for me. As a Mom and full time employee I needed that flexibility. They were very accommodating when my work schedules changed. The teachers are very knowledgeable on current protocols and techniques. The atmosphere is relaxed but offers the competitiveness that is sometimes helpful in that drive to be better. As one of the older students, I felt right at home and enjoyed the young energy that filled the air. My only regret… Is that I did not do this 23 years ago! The beauty industry is always growing and very competitive when it comes to what you can make financially. I should have done this so long ago!
If you are ready to explore esthetician training at our California beauty school, take the next step by scheduling a campus tour. You’ll get to see our classrooms and student salon in action, and you can ask us any questions you have about the Esthetician Program. You’ll need to complete an application and submit your documents. Once accepted, you can start your training on any Monday!
To apply to Alva Beauty Collective, you must:
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