Frequently Asked Questions

We offer programs that last anywhere from a week to a few months, or longer depending on the schedule you choose. We offer flexible schedules to allow you to balance your life and your education. Our Esthetics program can be completed in 18 weeks, our Nail Technology program in 8 weeks, and our Waxing program in 3 weeks, if you choose the full-time schedule.

Christine Valmy is the pioneer of esthetics in the United States, opening the country’s very first esthetics school. We continue that legacy with expert instructors, hands-on training, and programs designed to prepare you for real-world success. With over 60 years of excellence and a supportive learning environment, we equip you with the skills and confidence to build a thriving career in beauty and wellness.

• Valid photo ID
• High school diploma, GED, college degree, or official transcript*
• Completed enrollment package, including the enrollment agreement
• Social Security card or passport
• $100 registration fee
• 2023 and 2024 tax returns (for financial aid applicants only)

Note: If you have a foreign high school diploma or college transcript, you must provide a translation and equivalency from an accredited agency.

Yes, Christine Valmy offers financial aid and payment plans. Learn more here.

Yes, our Career Services Advisor provides ongoing career support, including job placement assistance, résumé guidance, and interview preparation.

Our graduates go on to pursue careers as estheticians, spa and salon owners, makeup artists, and more. Notable graduates include:

• Sofie Pavitt, Founder of Sofie Pavitt Studio
• Jessica Smalls, Emmy-nominated makeup artist
• Sekoya Isaac, Owner of iCandieBeautyCo
• Nick Lujan, Educator and content creator

Yes. Christine Valmy International School is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), a nationally recognized accrediting agency.

Our start dates vary by program. You can find the full schedule on our official calendar, located on our website. We update it regularly so you always see the most accurate upcoming start dates.

• A personal interview with one of our enrollment advisors
• A tour of the school
• A review of the required documentation
• The completion of all required forms, including the enrollment agreement
• Payment of the registration fee

To register for a course at Christine Valmy, please reach out directly to our Admissions Advisors. You can find the contact information for our New York advisors here. They’ll be happy to guide you through the enrollment process and answer any questions you may have.

We offer programs that last anywhere from a week to a few months, or longer depending on the schedule you choose. We offer flexible schedules to allow you to balance your life and your education. Our Esthetics program can be completed in 18 weeks, our Nail Technology program in 8 weeks, and our Waxing program in 3 weeks, if you choose the full-time schedule.

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) (Homeschool diplomas are not accepted.)
• Social Security card or ITIN documentation
• Students must be 17 years of age or older by the start of the program and provide proof of birth (acceptable: valid driver’s license, passport, birth certificate, citizenship documentation, immigration certification, employment authorization card, or alien registration card).
• Foreign-born and/or educated students must obtain an English translation of their birth certificate and transcript, plus an equivalency/evaluation of their high school diploma from an agency approved by the NJ State Board of Cosmetology.
• Seven 2” x 2” passport photos
• Personal interview at the school
• Completed registration for the State of New Jersey

Note: As required by the NJ Board of Cosmetology & Hairstyling, a school assessment of English language comprehension may be required prior to acceptance and enrollment in English-language courses. See your Admissions Officer for details. (NJAC 13:28–6.9)

Yes, Christine Valmy offers financial aid and payment plans. Learn more here.

Yes, our Career Services Advisor provides ongoing career support, including job placement assistance, résumé guidance, and interview preparation.

Our graduates go on to pursue careers as estheticians, spa and salon owners, makeup artists, and more. Notable graduates include:

• Sofie Pavitt, Founder of Sofie Pavitt Studio
• Jessica Smalls, Emmy-nominated makeup artist
• Sekoya Isaac, Owner of iCandieBeautyCo
• Nick Lujan, Educator and content creator

Yes! We offer a variety of advanced education seminars. Learn more here.

• A personal interview with one of our enrollment advisors
• A tour of the school
• A review of the required documentation
• The completion of all required forms, including the enrollment agreement
• Payment of the registration fee

Yes. Christine Valmy International School is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), a nationally recognized accrediting agency. (If you have a NJ campus: The New Jersey location is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education (COE)

Our start dates vary by program. You can find the full schedule on our official calendar, located on our website. We update it regularly so you always see the most accurate upcoming start dates.

Christine Valmy is the pioneer of esthetics in the United States, opening the country’s very first esthetics school. We continue that legacy with expert instructors, hands-on training, and programs designed to prepare you for real-world success. With over 60 years of excellence and a supportive learning environment, we equip you with the skills and confidence to build a thriving career in beauty and wellness.

To register for a course at Christine Valmy, please reach out directly to our Admissions Advisors. You can find the contact information for our New Jersey advisors here. They’ll be happy to guide you through the enrollment process and answer any questions you may have.