Course Description

3 Hour Esthetician Renewal – Illinois

Approved Provider #190.000672 ✅
Only $17.99 | Instant Certificate | 100% Online & Self-Paced

Finish 3 hours of esthetics continuing education online—quick, affordable, and mobile-friendly. Log in and out anytime without losing your place, learn at your pace, and download your instant certificate the moment you finish. With 10+ years serving beauty pros nationwide, 1st Choice Continuing Education is trusted by thousands.

✅ Who Should Take This Course

• Licensed Estheticians in Illinois

• Esthetics professionals returning from inactive status who need CE hours

• Pros who want a concise 3-hour CE block toward renewal

✅ Illinois CE & Renewal — What to Know (Estheticians)

• Total CE needed: Estheticians typically complete 10 hours every renewal cycle (biennial).

• Renewal deadline: Licenses renew biennially; check your IDFPR portal for your exact date (commonly September 30 in the renewal year).

• Special required topics:

  • Sexual Harassment Prevention Training – 1 hour every renewal

  • Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Awareness – 1 hour (commonly required at the initial renewal; confirm your status)

• First renewal: CE may be waived for your first renewal after initial licensure.

• Tip: Requirements can vary by license type (cosmetologist, esthetician, nail tech, hair braider, instructor). Always confirm your personal totals in your IDFPR account.

This 3-hour class provides general CE hours. If you still need the 1-hour Sexual Harassment Prevention or 1-hour Domestic Violence course, use the links above.

✅ How to Renew Your Illinois Esthetician License

1. Complete your CE (take this 3-hour course plus any additional hours required for your license).

2. Download your instant certificate for your records.

3. Renew online through the IDFPR portal before your deadline; keep all certificates for audit.

4. Questions? Call or text 1-800-698-2770. Money-back guarantee.

✅ What You’ll Learn — Course Topics (3 Hours)

(Aligned with Illinois esthetics practice standards and salon/spa best practices.)

• Sanitation & Infection Control: Disinfection procedures, tool & surface hygiene, cross-contamination prevention, bloodborne pathogen awareness.

• Client & Workplace Safety: Product/chemical safety (SDS basics), ventilation, sensitivity testing & contraindications, incident response.

• Skin Science & Service Fundamentals: Skin anatomy refresher, common conditions, safe service modifications, referral indicators.

• Professional Practice & Illinois Rules Overview: Consultation & documentation, ethics and client communication, scope-of-practice reminders, compliance checklists.

Why 1st Choice Continuing Education?

• ✅ Approved Illinois Provider #190.000672

• ✅ Only $17.99 — straightforward pricing

• ✅ Instant certificate upon completion

• ✅ 100% online & mobile-friendly

• ✅ Log in/out anytime; progress saved

• ✅ Live support: call or text 1-800-698-2770

Build the Hours You Need (Illinois CE)

• 14-Hour Cosmetology Package – Illinois

• 1-Hour Domestic Violence – Illinois

• 1-Hour Sexual Harassment Prevention – Cosmetology

• 7-Hour Cosmetology License Online Renewal – Illinois

• 3-Hour Cosmetology Renewal – Illinois

• 7-Hour Cosmetology Instructor Renewal – Illinois

• 3-Hour Esthetician Renewal – Illinois (this course)

• 3-Hour Hair Braider Renewal – Illinois

• 3-Hour Nail Technicians Renewal – Illinois

• 7-Hour Esthetician License Online Renewal – Illinois

• 7-Hour Hair Braider License Online Renewal – Illinois

• 7-Hour Nail Technician License Online Renewal – Illinois

• 5-Hour Cosmetology Online License Renewal – Illinois

• 5-Hour Esthetician Online License Renewal – Illinois

• 5-Hour Hair Braider Online License Renewal – Illinois

• 5-Hour Nail Technician Online License Renewal – Illinois

Support When You Need It

✅ Have a question about Illinois Esthetician CE, IDFPR renewal, or this course? Call or text us at 1-800-698-2770.

We also speak Spanish.

Enroll Now

✅ Enroll in the 3 Hour Esthetician Renewal course for Illinois for $17.99 and add 3 hours to your renewal package today.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this course approved by IDFPR?

Yes. It is approved by the Illinois IDFPR under Provider #190.000672.

How many CE hours does this course provide?

3 credit hours.

Does this course satisfy the full Illinois Esthetician CE requirement?

No. Illinois Estheticians typically need 10 hours of CE every biennial renewal cycle. Combine this 3 hours with additional IDFPR-approved CE (including the required 1-hour Sexual Harassment Prevention) to reach 10 hours, or take our 7-Hour Esthetician course and pair it with the required Sexual Harassment Prevention.

How much does the course cost?

$17.99.

Is there a test?

No. The course has no test.

Is the course online and self-paced?

Yes. The course is 100% online and self-paced.

When will I get my certificate?

You can download your instant certificate of completion the moment you finish.

What does the course cover?

Sanitation and infection control, client and workplace safety, skin science and service fundamentals, and professional practice and Illinois rules overview.

Who should take this course?

Licensed Illinois Estheticians and professionals returning from inactive status.

Is CE waived for my first renewal?

First renewals may have CE waived. Always verify your specific requirement in your IDFPR portal.

Is there a money-back guarantee?

Yes. The course is backed by a money-back guarantee.

What if I need help during the course?

Call or text us at 1-800-698-2770 and a team member will help. Spanish speakers welcome.

Course Details

• IDFPR Approved Renewal Course - Provider #190.000672.
• 3 Credit Hours.
• Instant Access - Online Course.
• Study At Your Own Pace. Anytime.
• On Any Device. Phone, Tablet, or Computer.
• Hassle Free Navigation. Easy to Follow.
• Certificate emailed immediately upon completion.
• 1-800-698-2770 for any questions.