Q & A

The Concierge Service takes the confusion, guesswork, and overwhelm out of the process. While the NCEA route is the fastest and most affordable pathway to becoming a Master Esthetician in Washington, many estheticians struggle to navigate the requirements on their own.

• Clear, step-by-step instructions on how to qualify for the Master Esthetician License through the NCEA Certification route (avoiding costly $20K+ school programs and 400 extra hours).
• Streamlined registration and exam prep for 3 tests, so you don’t waste time searching for forms, study materials, or deadlines. (NCEA Exam, WA State Written, WA State Practical)
• Step-by-step guidance for registering, preparing for, and passing the NCEA Certification Exam.
• Proven study tips, tools, and direct links to essential materials for both the NCEA Exam and the Washington State Board Written Exam.
• Expert one-on-one training and coaching (in-person or virtual) to ensure you feel confident for the Washington Master Esthetician State Practical Exam.
• Complete exam kit rental for the Practical Exam, available for pickup and return in Seattle.
• Faster results — complete the process in as little as 2–3 months instead of spending 400 hours in traditional school programs.

In short, the Concierge Service makes the path to your Master Esthetician license clear, stress-free, and affordable, so you can focus on learning, passing your exams, and advancing your career.

The Concierge Guidance Service is available for a one-time fee of $250.

If you choose to rent a complete exam kit in Seattle, a $50 cash deposit is required at pickup. This deposit will be fully refunded upon return, provided that all non-disposable items are returned in the same condition they were issued.

This guide is for individuals with an active Washington Esthetician license who want to advance to a Washington Master Esthetician license. It is also designed for licensed estheticians in Washington preparing to take the NCEA certification route, as well as out-of-state estheticians who have obtained a Washington esthetician license through reciprocity and wish to upgrade to the Master Esthetician level.

The Master license expands your scope of practice, allowing you to perform advanced procedures like laser treatments, medium-depth chemical peels, microneedling, and other medical spa services.

Yes! Many medical spas, dermatology offices, and advanced skincare clinics require or strongly prefer Master Estheticians for higher-paying roles.

Through the NCEA Certification route, the process can be completed in as little as 2–3 months, instead of 400 hours of school in a traditional program.