How many hours is the esthetics program at AVI Career Training?

AVI Career Training's Esthetics program is 600 hours, which meets the Virginia state requirement for esthetician licensure through the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR).

Is AVI Career Training accredited for esthetics?

Yes. AVI Career Training is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education (COE) and certified by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV). These are recognized accrediting bodies that signal legitimacy to employers and licensing boards.

Does the AVI esthetics program qualify for financial aid or FAFSA?

Federal financial aid (Title IV / FAFSA) is NOT available for the Esthetics program because it is under the minimum hour threshold required for federal aid eligibility. However, AVI offers payment plans and can connect students with private financing options. Contact an advisor at (703) 943-9841 for details.

How long does it take to become a licensed esthetician in Virginia?

Virginia requires 600 hours of training at a state-approved school before you can sit for the licensing exam through the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR). At AVI Career Training, your path from enrollment to eligibility for the state board exam is structured to help you complete those hours efficiently.

Can I complete an esthetics program online in Virginia?

No. Virginia law requires that esthetics training hours be completed in person at a state-approved school. Online-only programs do not satisfy Virginia's DPOR licensure requirements. AVI Career Training provides fully in-person, compliant training at our Vienna, VA campus.

What jobs can I get after completing the AVI esthetics program?

Graduates can pursue careers as licensed estheticians in day spas, medical spas, luxury resorts, dermatology clinics, plastic surgery practices, hotel spas, and private esthetics suites. The Northern Virginia and DC metro market is among the most affluent skincare markets in the country.

Where is AVI Career Training located?

AVI Career Training is located at 1595 Spring Hill Rd #720, Vienna, VA 22182 — conveniently near Tysons Corner, McLean, Reston, Falls Church, and Fairfax.

What is the difference between AVI's esthetics program and NOVA Community College?

AVI Career Training offers a focused, beauty-industry-specific esthetics program with smaller class sizes, direct instructor mentorship, and a career-forward culture — designed to get you licensed and employed faster than a broader academic track. AVI's program is COE-accredited and SCHEV-certified.

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