Bac Pro Esthétique Cosmétique Parfumerie.

Beauty, Cosmetics & Perfumery — 3-year State vocational diploma (RNCP level 4)

The Bac Pro Esthétique Cosmétique Parfumerie is a Baccalaureate-level qualification preparing students for careers in Beauty & Aesthetics. This RNCP-registered title (RNCP36331) is recognised by France Compétences and the French Ministry of National Education. The programme is delivered at Enerlab Academy in Asnières-sur-Seine, 15 minutes from central Paris.

LevelBac

Duration3 years

FormatWork-study · Initial

RNCP CodeRNCP36331

Volume2 400 h

RecognitionState diploma

Programme overview

Over three years, through work-study (apprenticeship or professionalisation contract) or initial training, the programme combines theoretical courses, practical workshops, and company placements. Work-study programmes are 100% funded by the employer (OPCO), with a regulated minimum monthly salary.

Upon graduation, students quickly enter the job market thanks to Enerlab Academy's network of over 500 partner companies in the Île-de-France region, or continue on to higher education.

Programme objectives

Goals of the programme:

Master facial and body care techniques
Perform professional make-up applications
Advise clients on cosmetics and fragrances
Apply health, hygiene, and safety regulations
Develop commercial and sales skills

Admission & prerequisites

Required prerequisites and selection procedure:

After completing Year 9 (3ème)
Following a CAP Esthétique
Selection based on application and motivational interview
Strong interpersonal skills and aesthetic sensibility
Good personal presentation and hygiene standards

Detailed programme

Detailed teaching content:

Module	Year 1	Year 2	Coef.
Seconde	Français Histoire-Géographie Mathématiques Langue vivante Arts appliqués EPS	Économie-droit Prévention-santé-environnement Techniques de base en esthétique Biologie et cosmétologie Relation client	6
Première	Français Histoire-Géographie Mathématiques Langue vivante Arts appliqués EPS	Économie-droit Management Soins du visage et du corps Maquillage professionnel Conseil en parfumerie	8
Terminale	Philosophie Mathématiques Langue vivante EPS	Économie-droit Management Techniques avancées Cosmétologie appliquée Gestion commerciale	8
Français	2.5h/semaine	2.5h/semaine	5
Histoire-Géographie - EMC	2h/semaine	2h/semaine	2
Mathématiques	2h/semaine	2h/semaine	3
Langue vivante A (Anglais)	2h/semaine	2h/semaine	2
Langue vivante B	1.5h/semaine	1.5h/semaine	2
Éducation physique et sportive	2.5h/semaine	2.5h/semaine	1
Prévention Santé Environnement (PSE)	1h/semaine	1h/semaine	1
Économie-Droit	1h/semaine	1h/semaine	1
Accompagnement personnalisé	2h/semaine	2h/semaine	0

Skills acquired

Operational skills developed:

RNCP36331BC01: Business management in the beauty, cosmetics, and fragrance sectors
RNCP36331BC02: Facial and body beauty and wellness treatments
RNCP36331BC03: Client relations and customer experience in the beauty, cosmetics, and fragrance sectors
RNCP36331BC04: Health, safety, and environment
RNCP36331BC05: Economics and management
RNCP36331BC06: Mathematics
RNCP36331BC07: Physics and chemistry
RNCP36331BC08: Foreign or regional modern language
RNCP36331BC09: French
RNCP36331BC10: History-geography and civics
RNCP36331BC11: Applied arts and artistic cultures
RNCP36331BC12: Physical education and sport
RNCP36331BC13: Modern languages (optional module)
RNCP36331BC14: Mobility (optional module)

Career outcomes

Direct access to qualified positions on the market.

Beauty Therapist in a salon or institute Fragrance Advisor Cosmetics Sales Consultant Professional Make-up Artist Spa or Wellness Centre Manager Cosmetics Technical Sales Representative

Salaries & sectors

Average gross annual salary

Junior (0–2 years)

22 000 – 26 000 € / year

Experienced (3–5 years)

26 000 – 31 000 € / year

Senior (5+ years)

32 000 – 40 000 € / year

Sources: APEC, France Travail, INSEE 2024 — gross annual salaries in Île-de-France.

Hiring sectors

Hair salons (chains & independent)

Beauty institutes & spas

Esthetic care centers

Makeup studios (wedding, fashion, film)

Luxury hospitality (hotel spas)

Cosmetics brands (L'Oréal, Yves Rocher, Sephora)

Cosmetics retail (advice)

Self-employed / Freelance

Sessions 2026-2027

Fall intake

September 2026 start

Applications until 30 Sept 2026 · late entry until 30 Nov 2026

Winter intake

18 January 2027 start

Enrolments until 31 Jan 2027 (or until seats fill) · late entry until 28 Feb 2027

Bac Pro Esthétique Cosmétique Parfumerie.