Certification Overview
The path to becoming NCEA Certified begins with knowing if you meet the candidate requirements. Complete the application with supporting documents, and submit for verification. Prepare for and take the Certification Exam. This entire program can be completed in as little as 6-8 weeks.
Purchase of the Training Pack is a mandatory first step. The Training Pack includes the application, forms and Training Manual. The Candidate Application and supporting documents are then submitted for Records Verification, with the applicable fee. Once your records are verified you are then provided with the Authorization to Test letter. (ATT)
As part of completing your application you will study with the Training Manual which helps you to review your knowledge in preparation for the exam. You also need to review the Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB) which outlines the exam content, and provides some sample questions. To further assist you, NCEA Approved Training Facilities offer the Certification Prep Class, for a fee.
The final step is to schedule and pay for your NCEA Certification exam. Obtaining a 75% passing grade earns you the right to call yourself "NCEA Certified". You will receive your Certification Card and Certificate, along with your Certified Benefits Directory shortly thereafter.
NCEA Certification Program is currently available in the United States and Canada.
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For more information on bringing the NCEA Certified credential to your country, please email NCEACertified@aol.com
When a licensed esthetician becomes NCEA Certified, it means that the esthetician has, in addition to state licensure examinations:
- Completed Six Knowledge Review sections on Ethics/Professionalism, Medical Professional Interaction, Client Care and Sciences of the Skin, Professional Treatments, Risk Management and Business.
- Passed a rigorous computer-based examination administered by proctors at a third-party testing facility.
NCEA Certified Professionals are also members of the National Coalition of Estheticians, Manufacturers/Distributors & Associations. (NCEA)