ADVANCED ESTHETICS & SHORT COURSES
Take your esthetics career to the next level with advanced, hands-on certifications at Colorado Aesthetics Academy.
Our short courses are designed for licensed estheticians, cosmetologists, PMU artists, and beauty professionals who want to expand their skillset, increase client offerings, and grow their income.
Each course is taught by experienced instructors using professional products, medical-grade tools, and real models — giving you practical skills you can use immediately in a spa, medspa, or studio setting.
14-Hour Dermaplaning Course
Dermaplaning Certification in Denver, CO
Our 14-hour Dermaplane Certification teaches safe and effective exfoliation techniques using professional blades to remove dead skin and peach fuzz. Students learn:
Proper blade handling & safety
Skin analysis for ideal candidates
Stretching & positioning techniques
Depth control & angle of approach
Combining dermaplane with other facials
Post-care instructions & contraindications
Hands-on practice ensures graduates feel fully confident offering dermaplaning in a professional setting.
14-Hour Microdermabrasion Course
Microdermabrasion Training in Colorado
Learn crystal and diamond-tip microdermabrasion techniques to safely and effectively treat texture, fine lines, acne scarring, and dull skin. This certification includes:
Machine operation & maintenance
Proper suction levels
Skin prep & sanitation
Layering exfoliation with enzymes & serums
Client treatment planning
Contraindications & safety
Students leave with the ability to deliver professional-grade exfoliation treatments with measurable results.
24-Hour Chemical Peel Certification
Chemical Peel Training in Denver
This advanced certification teaches estheticians how to safely apply superficial and mid-depth chemical peels. Students learn:
pH, percentages & ingredient analysis
Mandelic, lactic, glycolic & TCA education
Layering acids & peel progression
Treating pigmentation, acne & aging
Managing complications & sensitivities
Post-care protocols for glowing results
Our curriculum includes hands-on peel application and real model practice for confidence in real-world treatments.
14-Hour Eyelash Extensions Certification
Classic Lash Extensions Training
Master the art of lash application with professional lash mapping and isolation techniques. This certification includes:
Lash curls, lengths & diameters
Classic lash application
Isolation mastery
Lash adhesive science
Eye health & contraindications
Fill appointments & retention strategies
Safety, sanitation & aftercare education
This course gives students the technical skill and speed required to begin taking lash clients immediately.
Drop-In Waxing WORKSHOP
Waxing Skills Workshop (Denver, Colorado) ONLY AVAILABLE FOR LICENSED PROFESSIONALS
This hands-on workshop focuses on improving waxing speed, technique, and client comfort. Perfect for beginners or estheticians looking to refine their skills.
Learn:
Brow shaping
Lip & chin waxing
Underarm waxing
Brazilian/bikini techniques
Hard vs. soft wax application
Stretch, direction, and precision
Students receive live demonstrations and supervised model practice.
Drop-In Lash Lift & Brow Lamination WORKSHOP
Lamination & Lift Certification ONLY AVAILABLE FOR LICENSED PROFESSIONALS
Upgrade your service menu with two high-demand beauty services:
Lash Lift
Lash curling chemistry
Shield sizes & formulas
Lash tinting application
Aftercare for long-lasting lifts
Brow Lamination
Hair restructuring
Brow shaping & tinting
Brow mapping
Creating full, fluffy brows
Perfect for estheticians, cosmetologists, and PMU artists.
