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Washington State Master Esthetician Licensing Exam

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Washington Master Esthetician License License: Complete Roadmap

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1

Washington Laws, Rules & Infection ControlYou are here

Master RCW 18.16, WAC 308-20, medical delegation under WAC 246-919-605, and OSHA bloodborne pathogens decontamination standards.

20
hours
2

Advanced Skin Histology & Cosmetic Chemistry

Study epidermal layers, cellular turnover, dermal wound healing cascade, AHAs, BHAs, PHAs, enzymes, and cosmeceutical pharmacology.

25
hours
3

Chemical Peels & Mechanical Exfoliation

Learn superficial and medium-depth chemical peels, peeling solutions (TCA, Jessner's), frosting levels, microdermabrasion, and dermaplaning.

25
hours
4

Laser, Light, Energy Modalities & Clinical Procedures

Master selective photothermolysis, laser wavelengths, IPL, RF, plasma, ultrasound, microneedling, and clinical manual lymphatic drainage.

25
hours
5

Practice Quizzes & Final Exam Pacing

Review clinical contraindications, complication triage, Fitzpatrick safety, and complete full timed theory simulations.

15
hours
Estimated total study time
110 hours
That's about 11 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the WA Master Esthetician Exam?

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Age
Education
Complete a 1,200-hour master esthetician school curriculum, hold a Washington esthetician license and complete 450 additional hours, or complete an approved apprenticeship (RCW 18.16.020 sets a 1,400-hour minimum; DOL currently lists 2,000-hour programs)
Additional Requirements
  • •Be at least 17 years old (RCW 18.16.100)
  • •Pass both the NIC written (theory) and practical exams administered by Prov with a scaled score of 75 (WAC 308-20-120)
  • •Apply to the Washington Department of Licensing and pay the $35 license application fee (WAC 308-20-210)
  • •Use FDA prescription devices only under the authority of a licensed physician, following WAC 246-919-605 delegation rules
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What You'll Study

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WA Master Esthetician-Specific Topics Covered

WA master esthetics scope (RCW 18.16.020)WAC 308-20 safety, sanitation, and exam rulesPhysician delegation of laser, light, RF, and plasma devices (WAC 246-919-605)WA licensing, fees, and renewal

WA Master Esthetician Exam Details

Washington State Master Esthetician Licensing Exam

Administered by Washington State Department of Licensing

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Scaled score of 75 on written and practical
Passing Score
110
Questions
90
Minutes
$169 written + $119 practical (Prov); $35 DOL license application
Exam Fee
Study time: 3-6 weeks
Prerequisites: 1,200 school hours, or a WA esthetician license plus 450 hours, or an approved apprenticeship

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official Washington State Department of Licensing content outline

Scientific Concepts30%

Infection control, safety, scope-of-practice limits, products and ingredients, intrinsic and extrinsic skin factors, advanced therapies (cryogenic, ayurveda, phytotherapy, algotherapy), and practicing in a medical setting. The Combined Practice theory exam weights this domain at 55% and adds anatomy, skin histology, disorders, hair, and electricity.

Esthetic Advanced Practice Service70%

Protocol development, chemical and physical exfoliation, extractions, lymphatic drainage, laser, IPL, and radiofrequency devices, hair removal, body treatments, LED, microcurrent, aromatherapy, dermaplaning, microneedling, ultrasound, and PRP/PRF. The Combined Practice exam's Skin Care and Services domain (45%) also covers facials, galvanic and high frequency, and makeup.

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What's Next After the WA Master Esthetician?

After passing the WA Master Esthetician, you can pursue these career paths

Licensed Master Esthetician

Perform advanced services in Washington, including medium-depth peels, advanced facials, lymphatic drainage, and physician-delegated laser and energy-device treatments under RCW 18.16 and WAC 246-919-605.

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Medical Spa Esthetician

Work in a Washington medical spa delivering advanced facials, peels, and device treatments, with deeper procedures performed under required physician oversight.

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Laser/IPL Technician

Operate prescription laser and IPL devices in Washington only under a physician's written delegation protocol, applying selective photothermolysis, wavelength selection, and laser safety controls.

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Med-Spa Owner

Open a Washington medical spa, coordinating physician oversight for advanced procedures and managing WAC sanitation and Department of Licensing requirements.

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