Massage Therapy & Facial Specialist Programs | Preserva Institute

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Massage Therapy 500 hours with MBLEx and Florida licensure direction.

Facial Specialist 225 hours focused on facials, skincare, and service work.

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Massage Therapy

Therapeutic bodywork, anatomy, clinical application, and licensure preparation in one part-time track.

500 Hours

Schedule Mon / Wed / Fri
9:00 AM to 3:30 PM

Next starts May 1,
Jun 1, 2026

Outcome MBLEx eligible
Florida license path

This 500-hour program combines massage theory and hands-on technique training with deeper anatomy and physiology study so students can understand common dysfunctions seen in pain-relief clients.

Basic through advanced massage technique Train in massage theory and practical treatment skills with enough manual repetition across varied clientele to build confidence before graduation.

Anatomy, physiology, and clinical judgment Learn to recognize common dysfunctions of the extremities and spine, communicate clearly with clients, and understand when referral to a physician is appropriate.

State and board approved licensure path Approved by the Florida Department of Health and Board of Massage Therapy, with training designed to prepare graduates for the MBLEx and Florida licensure.

Tuition $7,500

Reg + License $500

Books $250

Kit $250

New Cohort State & Board Approved

Facial Specialist

Clinical skincare, facial protocols, makeup, hair removal, and device-based treatment training in a compact program.

225 Hours

Schedule Tue / Thu daytime
Mon / Wed evenings

Next cohort May 5, 2026 start
through Jul 11

Outcome Florida Facial Specialist
license path

Students move through a balanced mix of classroom and lab hours focused on skin anatomy, safe treatment methods, and common concerns such as acne and melasma.

Skin analysis and treatment safety Learn to recognize skin dysfunctions, treat common issues like acne or melasma, and understand when a client should be referred to a medical provider.

Expanded esthetics service menu Instruction includes facials, makeup artistry, hair removal, product chemistry, sanitation, electrotherapy, lash and brow tinting, and lash application.

Professionalism and entrepreneurship Students develop employability, communication, leadership, money-management, and future business-planning skills alongside technical treatment work.

Tuition $5,800

Reg + License $200

Books $325

Kit $950

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Facial early-enrollment offer

Books + Kit Included

Students who enroll by April 15 may receive books and kit included for the Facial Specialist program.

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$1,000

Both programs show a $1,000 starting deposit with interest-free weekly or monthly payments. Financing is also listed through Affirm for up to 24 months.

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Current national pay benchmarks based on recent data and industry trends.

Massage Therapy $65,000+ Top performers commonly reach $85k-$110k+ with tips, volume, and private clients.

Esthetician / Skincare Specialist $50,000+ Experienced providers often reach $70k-$100k+ in med spa or high-retention settings.

Employer Partnership

Hand & Stone Student Sponsorship

Our partnership with Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa gives Massage Therapy students access to up to $2,000 in tuition reimbursement, plus a career path after graduation.

+ Official Partner School

Up to $2,000 tuition reimbursement is available to qualified Massage Therapy students through participating Hand & Stone franchise owners.

How it works Graduate, pass the MBLEx, become licensed, and work for a participating Hand & Stone location for a minimum of 2 years to receive quarterly tuition reimbursements during employment.

Requirements Meet expected massage-therapy competencies, work evenings and weekends as required by location, and remain in good standing with the Florida Massage Board.

Additional benefits Flexible schedules, continuing education, childcare benefits, and career growth with a nationally recognized spa brand operating 600+ locations across the U.S. and Canada.

Important note The tuition loan remains the student's responsibility, and reimbursement payments stop if employment with Hand & Stone ends. Final sponsorship details are set by participating franchise owners.

Participating locations: Brandon, Lakeland, Palm Harbor, and South Tampa.

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