​Esthetics licensure course

Advance your career with an education from the leader in esthetics training. SEEI is a licensed esthetics institution in the heart of Columbia, South Carolina. Southeastern Esthetics Institute is unique due to the clinical approach of its curriculum, with a one-on-one approach to learning and long-term success.  We know what it takes to be a successful Esthetician in today’s market, based on the trainings of Courtney Sykes, and we bring that knowledge into ensuring that your education is always up to date, in-depth and relevant to your success. At SEEI, you learn from industry experts and then perfect your skills as you work with real clients. This course provides you with the clock hour requirement towards your state board testing to obtain your Esthetician License. 
Students within the Esthetics Licensure Course at Southeastern Esthetics Institute are able to enjoy a complete EYELASH EXTENSIONS Certification Course through our Borboleta School Partner Program! We love providing added VALUE to our programs at SEEI, in order to ensure our Graduates are the EXPERTS in their field and more employable upon completion.  We look forward to giving you the TOOLS you need to succeed, always! ​
Students within the Esthetics Licensure Course at Southeastern Esthetics Institute are able to enjoy a complete ONCOLOGY ESTHETICS Certification Course through our Oncology Spa Solutions School Partner Program as of January 2020! We love providing added VALUE to our programs at SEEI, in order to ensure our Graduates are the EXPERTS in their field and more employable upon completion.  ​
NOW ENROLLING!
​20-Week DAYTIME Course:
600-Clock Hour Requirement
Weekly Schedule: 9am-3pm Monday-Friday

30-Week EVENING Course:
600-Clock Hour Requirement
Weekly Schedule: 4pm-9pm Monday-Thursday

student contracts, catalog & course outlines

Student Parking, Columbia SC:
Students at Southeastern Esthetics Institute have a few different parking options that are the responsibility of the student and are available on a first come, first serve basis. 
PJ Cannon Parking Garage $65/mo. 
Sumter Parking Lot $50/mo.
​Occupational education program policies are publicly accessible, non-discriminatory, and consistently applied within the Student Catalog.
Southeastern Esthetics Institute is committed to assisting all members of the SEEI community in providing for their own safety and security. The annual security and fire safety compliance document is available on the SEEI website. If you would like to receive the combined Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains this information, you can stop by the SEEI Administrative Office at 807 Gervais Street Suite 303 Columbia SC 29201 -  or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling 803-814-1772. The website and booklet contain information regarding campus security and personal safety including topics such as: crime prevention, fire safety,  institutional security enforcement, crime reporting policies, disciplinary procedures and other matters of importance related to security and safety on campus. They also contain information about crime statistics for the three previous calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; ; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. This information is required by law and is provided by Southeastern Esthetics Institute. 

esthetics ENROLLMENT DATES

UPCOMING START DATES: NOW ENROLLING!

2021 DAY CLASS Esthetics Licensure Course Enrollment Dates
August 9, 2021 - January 7, 2022 
September 13, 2021 - February 11, 2022 
October 18, 2021 - March 18, 2022 
November 22, 2021 - April 22, 2022
2021 EVENING Esthetics Licensure Course Enrollment Dates
​September 13, 2021 - April 21, 2022
2022 DAY CLASS Esthetics Licensure Course Enrollment Dates
January 10, 2022 - May 27, 2022
February 14, 2022 - July 1, 2022
March 21, 2022 - August 12, 2022
April 25, 2022 - September 16, 2022
May 31, 2022 - October 21, 2022
July 11, 2022 - December 2, 2022
2022 EVENING Esthetics Licensure Course Enrollment Dates
January 3, 2022 - August 4, 2022
April 18, 2022 - December 1, 2022
STUDENT KIT LIST 2021-2022
  • Virtual Textbook Kit: Milady Mindtap Virtual Textbook & Activity Software, The Complete Esthetician Consultation Guide - Virtual Textbook, Borboleta Eyelash Extensions Manual - Virtual Textbook, 6 Completion Certifications (Esthetics Licensure Course Certificate of Completion, Eyelash Extensions Certification, Microchanneling Certification, Lash Lift & Brow Lamination Certification, Oncology Esthetics Certification, Radiofrequency Skin Tightening Certification)
  • Oncology Spa Solutions Kit
  • Borboleta Eyelash Extensions Kit + Mannequin Head
  • SEEI Backpack
  • V-Neck Scrub Top x 3
  • Drawstring Scrub Pants x 3
  • Wax Warmer
  • Facial Brush Set
  • Brow Scissors
  • Slanted Brow Tweezers
  • Comedone Extractor Set
  • Courtney Sykes Molecular Anti-Aging Skincare Products - Complete Skincare Kit
​Curriculum Specifics
Southeastern Esthetics Institute prides itself on offering the only educational experience in which students are learning from exceptional industry leaders and Lead Esthetics Instructors with real-world experience in the clinical setting – along with the incredible education content from Milady's NEW Edition of Esthetics Fundamentals & Foundations. 

- Infection Control
- Chemistry & Chemical Safety
- Electricity & Electrical Safety
- Career Opportunities & Histology of Esthetics
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Physiology & Histology of the Skin
- Disorders & Diseases of the Skin
- Skin Analysis
- Skin  Care Products: Chemistry, Ingredients & Selection
- The Treatment Room
- Facial Treatments
- Facial Massage
- Facial Devices & Technology
- Hair Removal
- Makeup Essentials
- Advanced Topics & Treatments
- Career Planning
- On the Job
- The Beauty Business
“It’s never too late to reinvent yourself! Change is a beautiful thing!” - Paula Giddings, 2019 SEEI Student
The Future of Esthetics Education
The desire for anti-aging and advanced skin care services has increased at an incredible rate over the past decade and has a bright future. This demand has created a strong need for highly trained professionals focused on clinical & advanced Esthetics. Medical spas & esthetics practices have become commonplace, and the fusion of beauty and medicine has provided a number of safe and effective solutions to many common esthetics needs. The use of advanced technology creates a specific and often significant enhancement to the clients’ physical appearance and self-image. 
Southeastern Esthetics Institute has created a curriculum that is centered on the FUTURE of Esthetics Education by focusing on the in-depth studies of clinical Esthetics. Our small classes allow individual attention to each student. The main objective of the highly trained and experienced staff  and faculty at SEEI is to assist each student in realizing their full potential in the clinical Esthetics industry, allowing them to achieve their educational goals - and create a career & life they love!

esthetics licensure course curriculum

Subject  & Credit in Hours                                                
Professional Practices (50)                            
Bacteriology and Sanitation 25
Business Practices 25
Sciences (150)
​Histology of Skin 50
Dermatology 50
Structures and Functions of Human Systems 50
Facial Treatments (175)
Facial Massage 50
Electrical Current-Facial Treatments 50
Other Kinds of Facial Devices 75
Hair Removal (50)
Depilatories 10
Tweezing 10
Waxing 10
Threading 10
Unassigned: Specific Needs 10
Makeup (75)
Purposes and Effects 25
Supplies and Implements 20
Preparation 10
Procedures 10
Safety Measures 10
Body Wraps (85)
Purposes and Effects 20
Types of Treatments 20
Supplies and Instruments 20
Preparation 10
Procedure 10
Safety Measures 5
South Carolina State Law, Rules, Regulations and Codes (15)
Total Number of Hours                            600

“Being at SEEI has renewed my sense of purpose and has given me not only the skills to become a successful esthetician, but also many life skills. I started the program struggling with who I was and who I wanted to be, feeling very unsure of my future, but I will finish with a newfound confidence in myself and my ability to provide quality services to my clients, and will be able to show my daughter that it doesn’t matter what life throws your way, if you work hard and stay the course you can be successful in anything you set your mind to. I found a career that I am passionate about and I am so excited for my future as a Licensed Esthetician!” - Madison Adebule, Evening Esthetics Student 2019-2020

    interested in our program? inquire here! 

REGISTER NOW!
Office/Administrative Hours:
​8:30am-3:30pm Monday-Friday
Admissions Meetings: 803-814-1772
Financial Aid Office: 803-317-2160
SEEI Mission Statement
Our mission is simple: to produce top quality, Licensed Estheticians with exceptional knowledge of the skin from a scientific and clinical level - in order to obtain gainful employment and make a difference in the lives of their clients.
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Our Passion & Goals
In today’s modern & competitive environment, with ever-changing advancements in client needs, it’s important for esthetics practitioners to demonstrate they can compete - and understand the knowledge level necessary in our present market. Esthetics is a booming industry that requires detailed knowledge to care for the skin on a results-oriented level. Our goal at Southeastern Esthetics Institute is to prepare you for a modern esthetics career not found at any other school in the southeast. It is our passion to change the skincare industry and mold Estheticians into top-of-the-line employees & business entrepreneurs, in order to assist consumers in achieving maximum results with their advanced skin rejuvenation goals. 

GAINFUL EMPLOYMENT DISCLOSURE
This program will cost $11,600 if completed within normal time.  There may be additional costs for living expenses. These costs were accurate at the time of posting, but may have changed.  
Of the students who completed this program within normal time, the typical graduate leaves with $ $11,600 of debt. 

  • Program meets licensure requirements in the following States: South Carolina
  • Program qualifies students to sit for licensure exam in the following States: South Carolina

​For more information about graduation rates, loan repayment rates, and post-enrollment earnings about this institution and other postsecondary institutions please click here: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/​

"The key to realizing a dream is to focus not on success but significance, and then even the small steps and little victories along your path will take on a greater meaning.” - Oprah Winfrey

Jennifer Campbell loves this quote - and her journey towards her license in Esthetics in 2020!
“Southeastern Institute of Esthetics has provide me with a great atmosphere of learning and has helped shaped me into a great student and esthetician. The staff really goes beyond for the students and to help you succeed. I love being apart of the school and looking forward to being a fundamental esthetician.” - Viktoriya, Esthetics Student 2019-2020

How to Enroll

  1. Contact our Admin Offices at 1-803-814-1772 to schedule a free Facility Tour & Student Interview.
  2. During your scheduled time you will tour our luxury teaching spa, ask your questions about financing, and learn about the start dates and curriculum set-up.
  3. Our Admin Office Team will then assign you to the correct enrollment date and collect the required LLR documents needed in order to register. 
  4. Enrolled students will then receive an Orientation Email for all directions and documents needed for their first day of class.

national trade shows

As part of our institutional Strategic Plan to achieve a higher level of excellence for our graduates at Southeastern Esthetics Institute, it is our duty to provide education and information on national trade shows - for students to extend their education for many years to come, along with the option and ideologies of seeking employment in other parts of country and other parts of the world, as part of our initiative for Global Esthetics Excellence.
“Attending SEEI is the best professional and personal decision I’ve ever made for myself. Not only have I gained knowledge that will help me stand out in the crowd, I also enjoy every moment spent in school and with clients. I feel confident in my abilities and have gained new friends, new experiences and new memories!” - Olivia Sanders, 2019 SEEI Student
“Before starting at SEEI, l was lost in life. l spent two years after graduating from USC waiting tables, trying to figure out where my life was supposed to go and then l found esthetics. l researched a lot of different schools back in my home state of Maryland but then l came across SEEI. It was in my college town of Columbia and l could feel life pulling me back there so l packed my life up and moved. Since moving back here and starting school my life seems to be better than ever! l wake up happy everyday to be doing something that l genuinely love! To say I’m excited to see where this next chapter of my life will take me is an understatement... and l owe that all to SEEI.” - Southeastern Esthetics Institute Student, Abby Faulkner
SEEI Governing Principles
​Southeastern Esthetics Institute supports their mission statement by adhering to the following Governing Principles:
  • Maintain facilities that are clean, modern & well-equipped
  • Employ experienced, licensed & dynamic instructors
  • Ensure students have access to state-of-the-art equipment, products and methodologies
  • Regularly review & update the curriculum to ensure that SEEI provides the most up-to-date and progressive education for its students
  • Provide students the opportunity to shadow Estheticians currently working in the field of Esthetics
  • Maintain a student-operated, on-campus Esthetics Spa Student Clinic that provides the public with access to the most advanced spa services in a modern, beautiful facility
  • Offer on-going access to post-graduate Continuing Education Courses through our facility
  • Commit to extensive marketing campaigns to support client traffic through the Student Clinic
  • Maintain an open environment that allows students access to all faculty members at all times
  • Maintain relationships with industry experts through our Advanced Esthetics Advisory Board
  • Ensure that students are well-prepared for state board examinations by offering well-organized, detailed instruction and on-going mock testing
  • Provide extensive support services for students such as: Financial Assistance, Resume & Interview Skills Activities, and Career Placement

admissions process

Complete the Student Application Form from our website or Student Enrollment Packet. The application can be downloaded through the “Student Enrollment Contract” link on the Esthetics Licensure Course page of the institutional website > www.seestheticsinstitute.com by requesting via e-mail, or by visiting the institution. 
  1. Read & review the Student Catalog, which can be downloaded from our website, by requesting via e-mail, or by visiting the institution.
  2. Schedule a Student Interview & Facility Tour with our Administrative Staff to discuss your goals in Advanced Esthetics, tour our modern learning facility, and meet the students/staff.
  3. Submit the completed Student Application Form with the required $100 Application Fee via check or credit card. The fee is an addition to the cost of tuition and is non-refundable.
  4. Contact our Admissions Office at 803-814-1772 for Tuition & Financial Arrangements and to complete the Enrollment Contract.
  5. Provide two copies of the required documents: 2 Valid Forms of Identification & Copy of High School Diploma/Transcripts or GED Equivalent.
  6. Provide Certified Transcripts for transfer hours from a state licensed cosmetology or esthetics school, if applicable.
  7. Once accepted, a deposit may be required to hold your placement in your start date of choice - dependent on the Financing Option chosen.
  8. Full tuition payment is due by the end of the course. Any tuition fees not paid within the time frame of the course will be subject to interest. FINANCIAL AID is available. Credit Card, Check or Cash is accepted. 

Requirements for Admission

Admission & Enrollment​

The school does not discriminate in its employment, admission, instruction, or graduation policies on the basis of sex, race, age, color, ethnic origin, or religion. SEEI has a zero tolerance policy towards sexual harassment, drug, or alcohol abuse within its staff, workplace and classrooms. SEEI complies with the American Disabilities Act of 1990; the school facility is wheelchair accessible. SEEI does not recruit students already attending or admitted to another school offering similar programs of study.

Students must complete a Student Eligibility Test, compiled of simple mathematic equations that are crucial to the business portion and advanced curriculum of our Esthetics Licensure Course, in addition to reading comprehension & writing.

Pre-Requisites

  • Applicants must be at least 17-years old with a high school diploma or GED equivalent. Applicants must be a legal US citizen and have had no involvement with crimes related to drug or moral turpitude.
  • Applicants must be of sound mind & good character. It takes many characteristics to become a successful Esthetician, with examples consisting of being a good listener, strong director, and team player to excel in any esthetics career. It is preferred that students have this general understanding before beginning this course.
  • Applicants must contain strict promptness when it comes to time management during contact with the school as well as professional appearance and attitude. Applicants must possess certain life experiences that have matured the candidate, enabling them to communicate positively and effectively to clients, students, and staff.
  • Applicants must also possess financial stability and thoughtful consideration as to the cost of training and how they will budget for this additional expense. 
  • Students will need to provide a copy of: TWO forms of Identification & Copy of High School Diploma/Transcripts or GED Equivalent.