Esthetician Schools in Golden, CO

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare esthetician programs in Golden, Colorado. This guide helps you compare options in your area and understand common questions to ask schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Esthetician Schools Near Golden, CO

#1

Paul Mitchell the School-Denver

Lakewood, CO 7.5 miles away BOC Score 50.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 296

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Aveda Institute-Denver

Denver, CO 11.3 miles away BOC Score 61.0
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 83%
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 479

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Emily Griffith Technical College

Denver, CO 12 miles away BOC Score 74.9
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 92%
  • Programs offered: 43
  • Annual completions: 1,376

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#4

United Beauty College

Denver, CO 12.1 miles away
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  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 52

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#5

Avalon Institute-Aurora

Aurora, CO 19.8 miles away BOC Score 51.2
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  • Graduation rate: 81%
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 334

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Pickens Technical College

Aurora, CO 22.5 miles away BOC Score 55.0
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  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 945

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#7

Stacey James Institute

Parker, CO 28.5 miles away BOC Score 55.9
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  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 160

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#8

Cheeks Beauty Academy

Loveland, CO 46 miles away BOC Score 45.0
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  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 66

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#9

Tuana European Beauty Academy

Fort Collins, CO 58.2 miles away
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  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 41

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#10

International Salon and Spa Academy

Colorado Springs, CO 61.5 miles away BOC Score 42.7
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  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 313

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Colorado Esthetician Salary Snapshot

Colorado
Colorado Median Pay $54,500 $26.20 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $45,330 $21.79 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 39-5094 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • State-mandated training hours and how the schedule meets them
  • Licensure exam preparation and school pass rates
  • Treatment modalities (facials, peels, microdermabrasion, waxing)
  • Product knowledge and retail sales training
  • Medical esthetics upgrade pathways

Next Steps

Compare programs side by side, then confirm admissions requirements and any licensing or certification steps.

Career Overview

Learn more about salary, outlook, and career paths: Beauty Professional career guide

Explore more Esthetician schools in Colorado or visit our Esthetician training guide for program details, salary data, and certification requirements.

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