Get Your Start as a Licensed Professional
The Elaine Sterling Institute is not just another cosmetology school. With a faculty of some of the most skilled professionals in the country, we hold our students to high expectations and challenge them with a rigorous curriculum.
Our focus is on giving you real-world experience to connect your classroom studies and provide a seamless transition from the school to the workplace. Our students gain a competitive advantage through various networking opportunities and events, giving them access to industry leaders.
Here, it’s not just about becoming a licensed professional – it’s about building a thriving career.
The Cosmetology program is designed to develop students' practical skills, theoretical knowledge, and professional attitudes for success in the industry. With flexible schedule options, including full-time day, hybrid, evening, and weekend programs, students can complete 1500 hours of training in as little as 10 months. Tuition includes a cosmetology kit, Milady Cosmetology textbooks, an Apple iPad, and access to learning platforms like CIMA, Beautista, and Qnity. Students will also receive Cosmetology Mannequin Heads, an ESI Jacket, a Cosmetology Case, cosmetology styling tools, and more. The goal of this program is to qualify and equip the student with the tools, experience, and confidence necessary to pass the State of Georgia Licensing Examination and to assure the student is the top candidate for future employers or business opportunities.
The Barbering program offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to develop students' practical skills, theoretical knowledge, and professional attitudes for success in the barbering industry. With flexible schedule options, including full-time day, hybrid, evening, and weekend programs, students can complete 1500 hours of training in as little as 10 months. Tuition includes a barbering kit, Milady Barbering textbooks, an Apple iPad, and access to learning platforms like CIMA, Beautista, and Qnity. The curriculum covers essential topics such as haircutting, styling, facial treatments, waxing, and salon business management. The goal is to equip students with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to pass the State of Georgia Licensing Examination and excel as top candidates for employment or business opportunities.
The Esthetician program offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to develop students' practical skills, theoretical knowledge, and professional attitudes for success in the barbering industry. With flexible schedule options, including full-time day, hybrid, evening, and weekend programs, students can complete 1000 hours of training in as little as 9 months. Tuition includes an Apple iPad, Milady Esthetician textbooks, Milady CIMA access, Beautista account, and Qnity access. The goal of this program is to qualify and equip the student with the tools, experience, and confidence necessary to pass the State of Georgia Licensing Examination and to assure the student is the top candidate for future employers or business opportunities.
The Massage Therapy program curriculum covers a vast array of subjects such as Therapeutic Massage, Chair Massage, Aromatherapy, Body Treatments, Deep Tissue Massage, Hydrotherapy, Athletic Sports Massage, Eastern Theory, Clinical Massage, Reflexology, Prenatal, Thai Massage, Neuromuscular Therapies and much more. With flexible schedule options, including full-time day, part-time day, part-time evening, and part-time weekend programs, students can complete 600 hours of training in as little as 6 months. Tuition includes an Apple iPad, physical and digital textbooks, CIMA access, and Qnity access. The goal of this program is to qualify and equip the student with the tools, experience, and confidence necessary to pass the State of Georgia Licensing Examination and to assure the student is the top candidate for future employers or business opportunities.
The Nail Care program is designed to provide students with the necessary requirements needed to pass the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology examination as well as prepare them for an entry-level position in a salon or spa. With flexible schedule options, including full-time day, evening hybrid, mid-day hybrid, and weekend hybrid, students can complete 600 hours of training in as little as 5.5 months. Tuition includes an Apple iPad, nail care kit, Milady standard textbook, CIMA access, and Qnity access. The goal of this program is to qualify and equip the student with the tools, experience, and confidence necessary to pass the State of Georgia Licensing Examination and to assure the student is the top candidate for future employers or business opportunities.
Testimonials
"Elaine Sterling has not only been a great instructor, but has continued to lead her students. I now own a medical spa and Elaine continues to provide guidance and clinical advice for me. I appreciate and admire her ambition in this field and look forward to her continued support."
Lisa Easton
Bellus Rejuvenation Medical Spa
"Elaine Sterling turned my education into something more than a state board requirement. She offered an insight to her expertise and international techniques. With her advanced education I was able to enter the workforce with the knowledge and skills that enabled me to open my own successful skin care studio."
Jeffrey Passmore
Licensed Skin Therapist and Graduate
Why ESI?
Your beauty career starts here at The Elaine Sterling Institute. Become a Licensed Cosmetologist, Medical Esthetician, Makeup Artist, Nail Artist, Spa Owner, Barber, Massage Therapist and much more! The Elaine Sterling Institute of Cosmetology, Barbering, Esthetics, Nail Care, & Massage Therapy was founded to provide a sophisticated beauty education.
Why ESI?
Your beauty career starts here at The Elaine Sterling Institute. Become a Licensed Cosmetologist, Medical Esthetician, Makeup Artist, Nail Artist, Spa Owner, Barber, Massage Therapist and much more! The Elaine Sterling Institute of Cosmetology, Barbering, Esthetics, Nail Care, & Massage Therapy was founded to provide a sophisticated beauty education.
Financial Aid and Accreditation
The Elaine Sterling Institute is committed to helping you achieve your dreams, regardless of your financial situations. Beginning with your FAFSA application, we’ll work with you to find the right mix of scholarships, loans and grants to work for your needs.
ESI is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and licensed by the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology. We are compliant with the Georgia Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission (GNPEC) and are the only school in Georgia providing international CIDESCO & ITEC certifications.