Esthetician Schools in Oregon
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1133 Northwest Wall Street Suite 102
Bend, OR 97703

15115 Southwest Sequoia Parkway Suite 200
Portland, OR 97224

Northwest College School of Beauty – Accredited
Happy Valley, OR 97086
Northwest College School of Beauty – Accredited
Hillsboro, OR 97123
Phagans' Grants Pass College of Beauty – Accredited
Grants Pass, OR 97526
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.
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How to Become a Esthetician in Oregon
- 500 education hours are required to become licensed.
- You must renew your license every 2 years.
- 0 continuing education hours are required to renew your license.
- Average salary for estheticians in Oregon is $37,920 ($18.23/hour). This is higher than the national average of $34,090 ($16.39/hour).
- There is a predicted 16% job increase between 2016-2026 for estheticians. This is higher than the expected national growth of 11%.
Every part of the beauty industry tries to make people look good. When you decide to focus on esthetics for your career, you can feel good about making long-lasting positive changes in a person's life. High-quality skin care treatments and products can make anyone look younger, more vibrant, and healthier.
It's all about getting the right education and knowing the right solution for every skin care issue.
State License Requirements
Required to earn a esthetics license
Through the Oregon Board of Cosmetology, you can finish the process of earning an esthetician license in Oregon. This agency verifies that you have earned at least 250 hours of training. They also administer a written exam and a skills exam. You may get your license after passing both tests.
Education Details
When you attend an Oregon on skin care program, you can tackle skin care theory, terminology, and techniques. Mandatory training topics outline what is covered in your licensing exams and what clients look for.
Required OR Esthetic School Topics
License Renewal
License renewal period
Continuing education required
Cosmetology license renewal in Oregon happens every 2 years at the end of the month of original licensure. Cosmetology licenses can be renewed online for $40, or in person or by mail for $45. Cosmetology continuing education is not required for most licenses, except for electrology and permanent makeup, as these careers are certified by a different board.
Oregon Esthetics Careers
Average yearly salary for esthetics in Oregon
Folk wisdom says that your skin shows age the quickest. It's true! Years of sun damage, poor eating habits, and inconsistent skin care habits can wreak havoc on a person's appearance, making them look older than they really are. Luckily, esthetic technology can reverse or at least stop many of these effects. At Oregon spas and salons, you provide in-demand services like microdermabrasion, makeup application, facials, body wraps, and facial massage. Recent growth in the Oregon skin care industry makes this a great time to get started. A 16% increase in job openings is expected by the year 2026 (O*Net, 2019). The average salary for an Oregon esthetician is $37,920 per year (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2020).
Estheticians evaluate a person's skin to determine which treatments and products are best suited for them. They keep on top of the newest advancements, products, and techniques so they can provide clients with the most current information and treatments. They work mostly in spas and salons with a few taking on specialties to treat people in a medical office. Estheticians must be complete training and become licensed to perform their duties.
Contact the Oregon State Board of Esthetics
- 1430 Tandem Ave. NE, Suite 180, Salem, OR 97301
- Website: Health Licensing Office
- Email: hlo.info@dhsoha.state.or.us
- Call: 503-378-8667