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Learn How to Teach the Next Generation of Beauty Professionals

ESI’s Instructor Programs are designed for licensed beauty professionals ready to take their expertise into the classroom. Whether you’re a cosmetologist, barber, esthetician, or nail technician, we offer a program that equips you with the teaching skills, instructional experience, and state exam preparation needed to pursue an instructor’s license. All programs are offered at our Atlanta Buckhead campus.
Give others the gift of a beautiful education.

Skills to Help You
Master the Art of Teaching

Our instructor programs build your classroom skills through a blend of discussions, lectures, online learning, and practical teaching experience. You’ll learn to create lesson plans, manage a classroom, evaluate student work, and develop a teaching style that reflects your professional expertise. To enroll, you must hold a current license in the field you plan to teach.

  • Laws and rules related to your field
  • Principles of teaching
  • Curriculum development
  • Lesson plans and presentations
  • Presentation techniques
  • Classroom management and discipline
  • Demonstrations and theory lectures
  • Various methods of evaluation
  • Practice teaching

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Our Instructor Programs

Cosmetology Instructor

In this 750-hour instructor program, you can learn what it takes to become a cosmetology instructor. We meet the state board requirements for this course, which include:

  • 250 hours of general education, covering rules and regulations, principles of teaching cosmetology, principles of teaching nail care, and principles of teaching esthetics
  • 225 hours of teaching techniques and audiovisual aids, such as curriculum development, lesson plans, and classroom management
  • 275 hours of practice teaching

Students will learn the theory portions (225 hours) online and the practical aspects of the program (525 hours) at our Atlanta Buckhead campus. 

  • Tuition: $3,750
  • Kit, Book, and Supplies: $1,028
  • Total: $4,778
Barbering Instructor

This is a 750-hour instructor program for barbering professionals who wish to instruct future barbers. Our curriculum meets the state board requirements for this course, which include:

  • 250 hours of general education, covering rules and regulations, and principles of teaching barbering
  • 250 hours of teaching techniques and audiovisual aids, such as creating lesson plans, managing a class, and evaluating student work
  • 250 hours of practice teaching

Students can learn the theory portions (225 hours) online and the practical aspects of the program (525 hours) at our Atlanta Buckhead campus. 

  • Tuition: $3,750
  • Kit, Book, and Supplies: $1,028
  • Total: $4,778
Esthetician Instructor

Learn how to train future estheticians in this 500-hour instructor program. Our curriculum meets the state board requirements for this course, which include:

  • 150 hours of general education, covering rules and regulations and principles of teaching esthetics
  • 175 hours of teaching techniques and audiovisual aids, such as learning how to present your material, giving theory lectures, and evaluating student work
  • 175 hours of practice teaching

Students can learn the theory portions (225 hours) online and the practical aspects of the program (275 hours) at our Atlanta Buckhead campus. 

  • Tuition: $2,500
  • Kit, Book, and Supplies: $1,028
  • Total: $3,528
Nail Care Instructor

In this 250-hour instructor program, you can learn how to teach future nail care technicians. Our curriculum meets the state board requirements for this course, which include:

  • 100 hours of general education, covering rules and regulations, and principles of teaching nail care
  • 75 hours of teaching techniques and audiovisual aids, such as learning how to make lesson plans, managing a classroom, and performing classroom demonstrations
  • 75 hours of practice teaching

Students can learn the theory portions online and the practical aspects of the program at our Atlanta Buckhead campus. 

  • Tuition: $1,250
  • Kit, Book, and Supplies: $1,028
  • Total: $2,278

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Make a Positive Impact on the Future of Beauty

As a beauty school instructor, you have the opportunity to shape the next generation of professionals in your field. Graduates of our instructor programs pursue a range of careers, including:

  • Check out the following career options for beauty school instructors:
  • Instructor at a cosmetology, nail, barber, or esthetics school
  • Representative director of education
  • Curriculum developer
  • School administrator
  • Platform artist/guest speaker
  • Brand educator
  • Educational consultant
  • Online content creator

Awards & Accreditations

Proudly accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and recognized as a CIDESCO School, Elaine Sterling Institute has spent 18 years shaping Atlanta’s beauty and wellness professionals, a proud recipient of the 2024 Golden School Award.

See What Our Students Have To Say

 

 

Janice Laster

Just wanted to touch base with you and say thank you so much for your classes at TIEGA!! EVERYONE LOVED YOU!!! You are a wonderful educator, knowledgeable and entertaining, especially in the way you teach!! We are looking forward to the GACTE Conference in July! Take care and again thank you very much!

Janice Laster

Natasha Harvey

I have really enjoyed Ms. Gina's online class! She is an awesome teacher and breaks down the material for comprehensive and does not overwhelm.

Natasha Harvey

Lisa Easton

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

Cher Clark

Elaine, it was my pleasure to get to know you and have you as my mentor during my time as your student during my introduction to esthetics. Without your expertise and approval I may not have had the confidence I needed to face such a major career change. Thank you so much!

Cher Clark

Marisa Costigan

I am really glad I took the laser class offered at The Elaine Sterling Institute. Elaine’s school is very nice & professional. Tony Stanfill is an excellent instructor and she is very thorough in teaching laser safety and education. I thought there was plenty of hands on experience with the different lasers. After taking the class, I got offered a position at a dermatology practice.

Marisa Costigan

Frequently Asked Questions About Our Instructor Programs

What are the prerequisites for the instructor programs?

To enroll in the cosmetology instructor program, you must hold a current Master Cosmetologist License in Georgia and have at least one year of licensed work experience.

To enroll in the barbering instructor program, you must hold a current Master Barber License in Georgia.

To enroll in the Esthetician Instructor Program, you must hold a current Georgia Esthetician License and have at least one year of master-level work experience.

To enroll in the Nail Care Instructor Program, you must hold a current Georgia Nail Technician License and have at least one year of work experience.

 

 

Could I get financial aid to help pay for tuition?

No, financial aid is not available for the instructor programs. Tuition needs to be paid upfront, or you could choose to pay in three monthly payments.

When do the classes begin?

Contact us to find out specific schedules and start dates.

What is included in the student kits?

All students of the instructor programs receive the following items:

  • ESI t-shirt and jacket
  • Apple iPad
  • Milady CIMA plus ebook
  • Exam prep
  • Beauty Beyond the Mirror book
  • Student kits are subject to change.
Do I have to teach at Elaine Sterling Institute after I complete the program?

While we do encourage graduates of our instructor programs to apply for a teaching position at our school, you may also find employment at any other qualifying beauty school.

How to Enroll in Our Instructor Program

Begin the enrollment process for any of our instructor programs.

If you are ready to take the next step toward becoming an instructor at a cosmetology, nail, barber, or esthetics school, make sure you meet the prerequisites for your desired program, and then contact us to learn more about our enrollment process. We look forward to learning more about you!

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