TDLR approved
750 hours
Esthetician
The complete foundation for a professional skincare career. Master facials, treatments, and skin science to graduate ready for your licensing exam.
Reserve seatNow enrolling · Fall cohort
Your career in skin starts here.
Small cohorts. Expert instruction. Real results.
$1,000 off
Fall registration · Limited seats available
TDLR-licensed school · 25+ years experience · Bilingual EN/ES
Small
cohort classes
100%
hands-on training
TDLR
licensed school
25+
years of expertise
Programs offered
Choose your path in skin
Three licensed, hands-on tracks so you can move at your own pace toward the career you want.
TDLR approved
320 hours
Eyelash Extension Specialist
Specialize in one of the most in-demand beauty skills. Learn the precise, safe application your clients look for and keep coming back for.
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Skin science
Signature cohort
Askign to Glow Intensive
Our signature cohort built on skin science. Go deep into skin biology, collagen, and product chemistry to deliver visible, lasting results.
Reserve seatOnline classes available · Practical hours in-person only
Why Askin Academy
An education built around you
Small cohort classes
Individualized attention every session — not lost in a crowd of 30 students.
Professional spa room
Train in a fully equipped, real-world spa from day one.
Personalized education
Curriculum adapted to your learning style and pace — your goals, not a template.
Career-ready outcomes
Graduate exam-ready with the practical skills employers and clients expect.
Science-backed curriculum
Skin biology, collagen science, and product chemistry — not just technique.
Bilingual support
Instruction and materials available in English and Spanish.
Your instructor
Velinda Rivera-Hertwig, MPH
Medical esthetician · Integrative nutritionist · Licensed laser technician
With more than 25 years of hands-on experience, Velinda blends the science of skin with the art of beauty. She is a medical esthetician, integrative nutritionist, and licensed laser technician, as well as a wellness educator. You will learn from someone who has lived every stage of this profession and will prepare you to stand out in it.
25+ years of expertiseYour transformation
From where you are to licensed and working
Picture your day caring for clients in your own treatment room, confident because you know exactly what you are doing.
- Graduate exam-ready and get licensed
- Practice in a real, professional spa room
- Build a loyal client base that comes back for you
- Master the science behind beautiful skin
Fall enrollment is open
Seats are limited and the small cohort fills fast. Lock in $1,000 off before the fall deadline.
Reserve my seat for fallReserve your seat
Lock in your spot — and your $1,000 off
A small deposit reserves your seat in the Fall cohort and applies in full toward your tuition.
Visit us
Come see your future spa room
103 S. 12th Street, Suite 102 · Pflugerville, TX 78660Serving Pflugerville, Round Rock, Hutto, Austin, Cedar Park and surrounding areas
Call or text to schedule a free tour
Se habla Español
Frequently asked questions
Do I need experience to enroll?
No prior experience needed. Beginners are welcome, and we move at your own pace, step by step.
How much does it cost? Is there financing?
Right now you get $1,000 off fall registration, and a small deposit reserves your seat. On your free tour, our team will walk you through tuition and the payment options available to you.
Are classes online or in person?
Online classes are available, and the required practical hours are completed in person only, in our spa room.
Is the school accredited and licensed?
Yes. Askin Academy is licensed and regulated by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR), 16 TAC Chapter 83, Barbering and Cosmetology Division. You graduate exam-ready.
What can I do after I graduate?
You can work in spas and clinics, practice as a skincare or eyelash extension specialist, and build your own client base in one of the fastest-growing industries.