The Institute of Advanced Medical Esthetics is located Henrico, Virginia, and offers a basic and master medical esthetic program. Both programs are 24 weeks and combine online courses with hands-on training. The basic program offers a foundational understanding of skin analysis, skin and eye treatments, facials, massage services and hair removal.
Students in the master's program learn about advanced skin and body treatments, including cellulite treatments, chemical peels, exfoliating and light therapy treatments. Workshops are also available for current professionals in the field to educate and train them in the latest advancements in the field.
Located in Sandy Springs, Georgia, The Elaine Sterling Institute of School Esthetics offers a medical esthetic program that is available during the day or evening. The mission of the program is to educate students in traditional European skin treatments with American technology. Students in the nine-month program learn how to operate light therapy devices, microdermabrasion instruments and infrared equipment. Courses cover topics involving body treatments, facials, hair removal, makeup and business practices.
The Elase Academy is located in South Jordan, Utah, and offers an educational and training program in medical esthetics. The program provides makeup kits, textbooks and other products to help students learn various medical esthetics techniques. Students learn about professional skin care, laser and light therapy and Botox treatments. Academic courses teach students about medical esthetic theory, while hands-on training offers professional experience opportunities.
The Bellus Academy in Southern California offers a master esthetic program that teaches students to use state-of-the-art medical equipment. In addition to courses and hands-on training in skin treatments, students also gain marketing and management skills to start their business. The curriculum includes courses in waxing, scrubs and enzymes, light therapy, body treatments, oxygen infusion, spray tanning and hydrotherapy. Students also take field trips to local resorts and spas to view medical estheticians in a professional environment.