Our Programs

Beauty & Wellness
Programs Overview

Discover your path in the beauty and wellness industry. All programs are approved by DPOR (Virginia) and accredited by COE.

AVI Career Training offers a comprehensive range of beauty and wellness programs approved by DPOR (Virginia) and accredited by COE. Federal Financial Aid is available for qualifying programs including Title IV, Pell Grants, Direct Loans, GI Bill®, and WIOA funding.

All beauty school programs

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1,000 Hours Financial Aid Eligible

Cosmetology

Train in skin care, hair, nails, and chemical treatments. Prepares for the Virginia state board exam.

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600 Hours Financial Aid Eligible

Basic Esthetics

Professional esthetician training in manual and machine facial techniques, skin care, and makeup artistry.

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600 Hours Financial Aid Eligible

Master Esthetics

Advanced esthetics: chemical peels, microdermabrasion, IPL facials, and lymphatic drainage techniques.

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Flexible Hours ✦ NEW 2026

Permanent Cosmetic Tattooing

Also known as Permanent Makeup (PMU). Master microblading, ombre powder brows, lip blush, and eyeliner tattooing using manual and machine techniques.

80 Hours

Laser Technician

Cosmetic laser certification: hair removal, photo facials, tattoo removal, and advanced laser techniques.

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600 Hours Financial Aid Eligible

Electrolysis

Permanent hair removal: thermolysis, blend epilation, electrolysis technique, and business development.

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150 Hours

NailTech Program

Nail technician: manicuring, pedicuring, nail enhancements, and Virginia board exam preparation.

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600 Hours Financial Aid Eligible

Massage Therapy

Swedish, deep tissue, sports massage, anatomy & physiology, and professional ethics training.

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1,200 Hours

ESL Program

Six levels (A1–A6), 60 weeks, in-class or online, with TOEFL/IELTS preparation included.

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Financial Aid

Making Education Accessible

Cosmetology, Basic Esthetics, Master Esthetics, Massage Therapy, and Electrolysis are eligible for Federal Title IV Aid.

  • Federal Pell Grants
  • Direct Federal Loans
  • GI Bill® (Veterans Benefits)
  • WIOA Workforce Funding

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Estimate your out-of-pocket cost before you apply.

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Scheduling

Class Schedules

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Full-Time

Mon – Thu

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Part-Time

Mon – Thu

5:00 PM – 9:30 PM

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Rolling Admissions

1st of Every Month

Classes begin monthly

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