Esthetics is a Diploma program offered by Marketti Academy of Cosmetology in Waterford, MI. The program takes About 34 weeks to complete, with a total tuition of $9,000.
Program Overview
The Esthetics program trains and prepares students for the Michigan State Board licensing exam and for entry into esthetics as a skin care, make-up, facial and wax specialist, using the Milady Standard textbook and workbooks.
It is 750 clock hours — 350 hours of theory and 400 of practical work — taken full time over about 34 weeks, following the Michigan State Board of Cosmetology curriculum for health and safety and for esthetic services.
Students learn cleansing; basic, anti-aging, paraffin and men’s facials; full body waxing; eyelash tabbing; day and night makeup; and employability skills. A student receives a diploma on completing the required hours, a 75% academic average, 67% attendance, all minimum lab sheet assignments and practical applications, and paying tuition in full.
What sets this Program apart
- Four specialties in one program. Skin care, make-up, facials and waxing all lead to the esthetics license.
- A dedicated esthetics classroom. Students practise treatments on facial beds in their own classroom, apart from the hair clinic.
- Professional products. Skin care services use Image Skin Care and Morphe Makeup.
- Career help. Staff build a resume and portfolio with each student before graduation.
- Accredited by NACCAS.
Admission Requirements and Process
Requirements for admission into Marketti Academy of Cosmetology are in compliance with the minimum standards set by the Michigan State Board of Cosmetology. New classes begin every month, and you can call us to schedule a tour of the school, apply for financial aid or an enrollment appointment.
General Requirements
- High School Diploma or GEDIndividuals must have a certificate of graduation from a secondary education school or GED (high school diploma, high school transcript or GED). We do not accept the…
- Minimum Age 16The individual must be over the age of 16.
- Admissions EssayPotential students must write an essay of 500 words or less on one of the following topics: what inspired you to want to enter the beauty industry, what uniqueness you will bring…
- Identification DocumentsBring your social security card and driver’s license to your admissions appointment.
- Application FeeA $100.00 application fee is due at your admissions appointment.
- Transfer StudentsA transfer student will need to have a copy of their previous hours (transcript from previous school or hours from State Board), MPA's, and sign up for an entrance exam (fee:…
Application Process
- 1Contact AdmissionsNew classes begin every month. Call us at 1.248.618.6394 to schedule a tour of the school, apply for financial aid or an enrollment appointment.
- 2Complete the ApplicationComplete the Marketti Academy of Cosmetology application. Contact the admissions office to receive the application.
- 3Write Your EssayWrite an essay, with 500 words max, on one of the following topics: what inspired you to want to enter the beauty industry, what uniqueness you will bring to the beauty industry, or what you are hoping to achieve through your training.
- 4Meet the Admissions Director and TourMake an appointment to meet with the Admissions Director and tour our facility.
- 5Bring Your Documents and Application FeePlease bring the following to your appointment: completed application, essay, high school diploma, high school transcript or GED, social security card, driver’s license, and the $100.00 application fee.
- 6Apply for Financial Aid (FAFSA)Financial aid is available to those who qualify. Complete the free FAFSA application.FAFSA Code for Waterford: 041593Fill Out the FAFSA
- 7Start Your ProgramNew classes begin every month. Instructor training start dates coincide with the start dates of the particular program the student will be instructor for.
Program Schedule
750 clock hours over about 34 weeks, full time, Tuesday through Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm.
New Esthetics classes start January 27, April 14, June 23, September 8 and November 17, 2026, and February 9, 2027. The maximum time allowed to finish is 34 weeks or 1,120 scheduled hours, and the 10% missed-time allowance adds 75 hours.
The school is closed December 22, 2025 to January 2, 2026; March 30 to April 3; May 22 to 25; June 29 to July 3; September 4 to 7; November 26 to 27 (closing at 3:30pm on November 26); and from December 21, 2026.
Campus Location
Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you attend a school that has been independently evaluated for educational quality.
This program: Marketti Academy of Cosmetology is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. It is licensed by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, Board of Cosmetology.
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
Accreditations
Student Demographics
These are demographics for all students at the Waterford Campus (IPEDS, 2024).
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
| Charge | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application fee (non-refundable) | $100 |
| Kit and Books (non-refundable) | $1,625 |
| State fee (non-refundable) | $15 |
| Tuition | $9,000 |
| Total | $10,740 |
The website shows a higher kit price. The school’s Programs Offered page lists the Esthetics kit and books at $1,725 and the total at $10,840, $100 more than the catalog. Tuition is the same in both. The catalog figures are shown here; confirm the current kit price with the Admissions Director.
Financial aid. The school’s Programs Offered page states that financial aid is available to those who qualify (school code 041593), and that scholarships are available; the catalog says scholarships may be offered for Cosmetology, Manicuring and Esthetics. The Admissions page links the free FAFSA application and the Great Clips Scholarship Program, and offers the school’s net price calculator as a downloadable file.
Paying tuition. Payments are due on the first of the month, with a $20 late fee after the 7th, by check, money order, cash or credit card. All tuition must be paid in full to graduate. A student who does not finish by the end date on the enrollment agreement pays an over-contract hourly fee. A student who withdraws is charged a $150 termination fee, and the refund follows the catalog’s tuition adjustment schedule.
Outside the total. The PSI licensing exam fee of $167 is paid to PSI, not the school. Extra supplies are at the student’s discretion.
Curriculum
The Michigan State Board of Cosmetology esthetics curriculum as the school publishes it: two subject areas, 350 theory and 400 practical hours, 750 in all.
The required courses below are from Marketti Academy of Cosmetology's published catalog.
Required Courses
| Name | Lecture | Lab | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health and Safety Related to Esthetic Services | 100 | 100 | 200 |
| Esthetic Services (beautifying the skin, cleansing the skin, temporary hair removal, facials, makeup, and eyelashes) | 250 | 300 | 550 |
| Totals | 350 | 400 | 750 |
Required Courses
| Name |
|---|
| Health and Safety Related to Esthetic Services |
| Esthetic Services (beautifying the skin, cleansing the skin, temporary hair removal, facials, makeup, and eyelashes) |
| Totals |
Career Outcomes
The program prepares students for the Michigan State Board licensing exam and for work as a skin care, make-up, facial and wax specialist.
Job placement assistance. Salon owners and entrepreneurs regularly come in to talk with students, and toward graduation staff work individually with every student on resumes and portfolios. Job postings go on the student bulletin board, and the school keeps a resume building center. The school cannot guarantee job placement; hiring is at the discretion of the employer.
Published rates. The school’s 2023 figures for Esthetics: graduation rate 97.73 percent, placement rate 78.38 percent, licensure rate 100 percent.
What to expect as a Marketti Academy of Cosmetology student
Marketti Academy of Cosmetology is housed in a 10,000 square foot building, centrally located in Waterford, Michigan, with large classrooms for its cosmetology, manicure and esthetics programs. Class sizes are small so students get more one-on-one attention. The clinic floor accommodates 50 students, each with their own assigned station, and there is a student lounge for breaks and lunch and plenty of parking.
The academy uses both traditional and hands-on learning to suit different learning styles, teaching from the Milady Standard textbook and workbooks. Its mission is to give students a quality education and prepare them for careers, in an energetic atmosphere that brings out each student’s full potential.
The student clinic serves the public, including walk-in clients as time permits, using Redken, Joico, Pravana, Malibu, Olaplex and Design Essentials for hair; OPI, Gelish and ibd for nails; and Image Skin Care and Morphe Makeup for skin care. School closures for inclement weather follow Waterford School District.
Progress and attendance. Students must keep a grade average of at least 75% in theory and practical work and attend at least 67% of scheduled hours, and pass a final written and practical exam before graduation. Clock-in is by 8:37am; three tardies in a month can bring a meeting and a 3-day suspension.
Missed time. Every program carries a 10% missed-time allowance, a bank of extra hours for vacations or illness. Senior students may make up time from 3:30 to 4:30pm. A leave of absence of up to 180 calendar days in any 12 months may be approved; a student absent more than 14 days without one is dropped.