Post Surgical MLD - 7 CEUs - Live
For a Limited Time when you Enroll in “Relaxation Techniques for Pain Reduction” you will receive 10% OFF “Post Surgical MLD“
Post Surgical MLD
Board Approved – Live 7 CEUs
The body’s natural response after surgery includes an inflammatory response when the fluid nourishes the post operative area with white blood cells to start the healing process. Swelling is a normal result after surgery, and mobilizing excess fluid via the lymphatic system helps to facilitate the healing process. Manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) is the technique used to jump start the lymphatic system post operatively to remove excess fluid and metabolic waste from the tissues in the body to optimize healing and post-surgical results.
Learn MLD techniques that are often prescribed by plastic surgeons after Brazilian buttock lift, liposuction, tummy tuck, mommy makeover, face lift, and breast augmentations to facilitate healing. Incorporate MLD into treatment plans after elective orthopedic surgeries. Use MLD to help cancer patients recover after lymph node removal. Understand how to best incorporate MLD techniques into your practice as a physical therapist, occupational therapist or massage therapist to best lead your patients and clients on the road to recovery.
- Participant will be able to define manual lymph drainage and indicate methods of use
- Participate will be able to describe important structures and functions of the lymphatic system and demonstrate knowledge of lymphatic drainage pathways
- Participate will be able to demonstrate safe MLD techniques for UE, LE, Abdomen, Face and Neck
- Participant will demonstrate knowledge of indications and contraindications of MLD
Learn effective and safe manual lymph drainage techniques to help reduce edema post operatively and optimize healing.
Physical and occupations therapists, physical therapy assistants, occupational therapy assistants, massage therapists and other medical professionals interested in learning MLD.
This will benefit medical professionals and the patients
Michelle Rice, founder of “Preserva Institute”, is a physical therapist with over twenty years of experience and specializes in breast cancer rehabilitation.
She graduated from Vanderbilt University with a Bachelor Degree in Human and Organizational Development and received her Master of Science degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Miami School of Medicine. She has extensive knowledge in manual therapies and incorporates craniosacral therapy, myofascial release, trigger point release, soft tissue mobilization, scar release, manual lymph drainage, yoga, breath control and relaxation techniques into her treatments.
She is a certified lymphedema therapist and yoga instructor. She owns Preserva Therapy MED SPA where she also provides personalized outpatient therapy treatment to women and men on their path to recovery after cancer.
Michelle Rice MSPT, CLT, RYT
Beginner
8:30am: Registration
9am: The Lymphatic System, Manual Lymph Drainage Defined, Research Review
10:30am break
10:45am: Lab for Basic MLD/ Diaphragmatic Breathing/ Abdominal MLD
12:00pm Lunch
12:30pm: Post-Surgical Candidates for MLD; Procedures Defined; Protocols Reviewed
1:15pm: MLD Lab/ UE and LE
3:00pm Break
3:15-4:30pm: MLD Lab continued
4:15pm: Discussion: additional modalities, kinesiotaping, cupping, manual therapies; research review
4:30pm: End
- At the end of your training, you will receive a current dated and signed certificate which should be displayed prominently in your office.
- For the list of the States Approval send us an email.
- Our Courses are CEBroker listed. CEUs will be automatically credited to your account within 15days after the course completion.
- Preserva Institute expects that you will adhere to the highest ethical standards of conduct and reserves the right to withdraw permission to display and market our certification if you misrepresent PreservaInstitute.com, its philosophy or its values.
Direction and accommodations will be provided with your confirmation letter. You can also contact our office at 863.658.4360 or send us an email.
Group Discount: (contact us prior booking)
10% discount off each enrollment fee for groups of 5 or more
20% discount off each enrollment fee for groups of 10 or more
Student Discount (contact us prior booking)
A 10% discount is available to current students who have yet to earn a license to practice at the time of course registration. This discount is not available to those therapists who have previously held a license, and are currently enrolled in a doctoral, or other post-graduate, program. This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts. To get this discount when checking out online, use the code student99. (Note, this code is only valid for non-licensed students. Our team will verify that registrants signed up with this code are, indeed, current students prior to their attendance of the course).
Referral Credit/Discount
Any therapist who has already taken a Preserva Institute course will earn a $50.00 “referral credit” if:
1. A therapist who has never taken a Preserva Institute course successfully registers for his or her first course(s); AND
2. In the registration process, the first-time registrant gives the name and clinic/hospital of the therapist who referred them to Preserva Institute.
A therapist who has earned a $50.00 “referral credit” may use this credit toward any course that is eligible for a “referral discount”.
Guest Blogger Credit/Discount (contact us prior booking)
Any therapist who completes a qualifying guest blog post on the Preserva Institute blog will earn a $50.00 “guest blogger credit”. This credit may be applied toward any course eligible for a “guest blogger discount”.
Start your Business
Start your business.
Build your next step with the same professionalism you bring to the treatment room. Whether you want to rent a suite, open a private practice, or grow a long-term wellness brand, use this pathway to set up your business correctly in Florida.
Follow the pathway from licensure to launch.
If you want to work for yourself, start small and set it up correctly. Use the steps below to choose your legal setup, protect your practice, create a professional brand, and make it easy for clients to find and book you.
You do not need to do everything at once. Build the essentials first, keep your systems simple, and grow as your client base becomes more consistent.
Useful Preserva links
- Preserva highlights small class sizes and real-world clinical experience.
- The massage program emphasizes advanced therapy techniques and Florida licensure readiness.
- The facial specialist program emphasizes skin analysis, advanced devices, and safe treatment planning.
- Graduates can use employer pathways first, then transition into independent practice when ready.
Eight steps from training to opening day.
Start with naming and registration, then move into EIN and banking, client safety, branding, online visibility, operations, and launch.
Incorporate / Name / Trademark
Start with the name and the filing order. Before you buy signage, print menus, or pay for a logo, check that the name is available in Florida, decide what legal structure you are using, and file the business correctly through Sunbiz. If you plan to build a long-term brand, check the trademark side before you invest in marketing.
- Search Sunbiz first and decide whether you are forming an LLC, a corporation, or operating as a sole proprietor.
- File the legal entity on Sunbiz. If the public-facing name is different from the legal owner or entity name, file a Florida fictitious name as well.
- Search the USPTO before you spend money on a logo, uniforms, packaging, or storefront graphics.
- After the name is cleared, secure the matching domain, professional email, and social handles so everything points to the same brand.
Best starting references
EIN / Financial / Banking
After the Sunbiz filing is complete, set up the tax and money side correctly. Your EIN comes from the IRS and is what most banks want before opening a business account. This is also the stage where you build a real startup budget, separate business spending from personal spending, and decide whether borrowing money is actually necessary.
- Apply for an EIN through the IRS after your business is registered, then save the confirmation notice with your records.
- Open a business checking account using your EIN, Sunbiz documents, and fictitious name filing if you are using a DBA.
- List startup costs by category: filing fees, insurance, room rent, equipment, linens, products, software, payment fees, and marketing.
- Know your monthly break-even number before you take on loans, sign a suite lease, hire help, or place a large inventory order.
Best starting references
Insurance / Compliance / Client Safety
Before your first paid appointment, make sure the business can operate safely under Florida rules. Massage and facial services are hands-on and health-adjacent. Insurance, location requirements, sanitation, consent, and scope boundaries all need to be ready before you start selling appointments.
- Carry professional liability coverage before you perform paid services.
- If you are opening your own massage location, apply for a Florida massage establishment license for that specific location before you operate.
- If you are opening your own facial specialist or esthetics location, make sure the business is set up as a licensed Florida cosmetology salon and meets salon inspection requirements.
- If you are renting space inside another business, confirm the establishment is already properly licensed and that your individual license or registration is active.
- Prepare intake, contraindication, consent, incident, and aftercare forms that match the actual services you offer.
- Stay inside your Florida license scope and refer out when a request falls outside training, licensure, or safe practice.
Branding / Logo / Service Menu
A good brand makes the first booking easier. You do not need an oversized identity package. You need a clean logo, a short menu, simple pricing, and service wording that matches what you are actually trained and licensed to do.
- Use the same business name and tone on your website, booking page, Google profile, invoices, and intake forms.
- Create a short service menu with clear session length, starting price, add-ons, and who each service is for.
- Write plain-language descriptions that explain the client experience without making medical claims you cannot support.
- Build a small reusable brand kit: logo files, colors, photo style, email signature, and one social template.
Best starting references
Website / Google / Social Presence
Your online presence should answer basic client questions fast: what you do, where you are, how to book, what it costs, and why someone should trust you. For a local service business, that means a clean mobile site, an accurate Google Business Profile, and a professional presence on the social platforms where clients already spend time.
- Create a mobile-friendly site with service pages, city or area details, booking access, contact information, and clear calls to action.
- Claim and verify your Google Business Profile, choose the closest service category, and keep hours, phone, and location details current.
- Set up a Facebook Page, an Instagram professional account, and a TikTok business account using the same business name, logo or headshot, booking link, and contact details.
- Use Facebook for business details, updates, and local credibility; use Instagram for portfolio, highlights, and before-and-after content with consent; use TikTok for short educational videos, treatment-room clips, and personality-driven discovery.
- Upload real photos and short videos of the treatment space, front entry, services, and brand style so clients know what to expect before they book.
- Use original copy, descriptive internal links, and consistent business name, address, phone, and booking details anywhere your business appears online.
Accept Payments / Scheduling / Policies
A good booking system protects time, cash flow, and client expectations. Before launch, decide how people book, how reminders go out, when intake forms are sent, what happens if someone cancels late, and how money is collected at checkout.
- Pick one system that handles scheduling, reminders, intake timing, cards on file, and checkout.
- Set written rules for deposits, cancellation windows, no-shows, refunds, package expiration, and late arrivals before you start advertising.
- Make service durations realistic so setup, cleanup, charting, and client turnover are built into the schedule.
- Review processing fees, payout timing, and chargeback rules so there are no surprises after launch.
Best starting references
Phone / Security / Client Privacy
Keep client communication separate from your personal life. A business phone system, secure email, strong account protection, and a safe place for intake records are part of running professionally, not optional add-ons for later.
- Use a business phone number and business email from day one instead of mixing client communication into your personal number.
- Choose a call and text system such as Vonage or Google Voice so one professional number can follow you across mobile and desktop.
- Turn on multi-factor authentication for email, scheduling, banking, payment, and storage accounts.
- Store intake records, treatment notes, and before-and-after images only in secure systems with limited access.
- Keep client payments and sensitive records out of personal DMs, unsecured notes apps, and shared family devices.
Best starting references
Launch / Reviews / Referrals / Growth
A strong first launch is usually smaller than people think. Start with a schedule and menu you can deliver consistently, collect real reviews the right way, and pay attention to the numbers that show whether clients actually come back.
- Launch with a manageable schedule, a focused service menu, and a simple review request process.
- Build referrals from satisfied clients, nearby wellness partners, and professional relationships you trust.
- Ask for genuine reviews only after completed services and respond professionally to both positive and negative feedback.
- Track monthly numbers such as total bookings, rebooking rate, average ticket, no-show rate, and retail sales.
Best starting references
Questions to answer before you open.
Should I open right away or work for someone first?
Usually the best answer is to start where the learning curve is safest. Many Preserva graduates benefit from working in a spa, clinic, or employer setting first while they refine treatment flow, client retention, and pricing discipline. Then they move into room rental, a suite, or a solo brand with much better systems.
What do I need before I see my first paying client?
At minimum: the correct Florida-facing legal setup, appropriate insurance, a safe and compliant service environment, the right establishment setup for the location, intake and consent forms, a booking and payment system, and a dedicated client communication channel that is not just a personal phone and social DMs.
Do I need a full website before I start?
Not a large one. But you do need a clean mobile-friendly web presence with services, city or service-area details, booking access, and consistent business information. A complete Google Business Profile plus a simple website usually beats a flashy but unfinished launch.
What should I never copy from another business?
Do not reuse another school's copy, another spa's menu text, someone else's logo, or unlicensed photos pulled from the web. Use your own brand language, your own policies, and only original or properly licensed media. That is better legally, safer ethically, and stronger for long-term SEO.
Train well. Launch responsibly. Build something that lasts.
Take the same discipline you use in training and apply it to your business setup. Build the legal, financial, and client-facing foundations first, then grow with confidence.
Career Services
Preserva Institute
Preserva Career Hub
A school resource for massage therapy, esthetics, facial specialist, spa support, and related wellness careers across Florida. Browse approved opportunities curated for students, graduates, and future professionals.
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Featured opportunities
Highlighted roles for Preserva students and graduates
Job listings
Current openings from approved sources
Sponsored listings and graduate hiring
Need to post a job or hire a Preserva graduate?
Use one of the forms below. Sponsored jobs can be reviewed and approved for the public job board. Graduate hiring requests stay in a separate school-facing list.
Sponsored
Post a sponsored job
Submit a role directly for Preserva students and graduates. For now, sponsored listings can be collected at no cost and published after approval.
Graduate hiring
Hire a Preserva graduate
Tell the school what type of graduate or role you need and keep your company in a separate employer outreach list for follow-up.
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Student business resources
Thinking about starting your own business?
Visit Preserva’s Start Your Business page for practical guidance on building a wellness business, understanding next steps, and finding resources designed for future owners.
Admission
Start Your Journey at Preserva Institute
Everything you need to know about enrollment — requirements, tuition, financing, and upcoming class dates. Rolling enrollment means you can start soon.
Admission Requirements
Requirements differ by program. Review the details below for the program you're interested in.
Massage Therapy
500 Clock HoursMinimum Age: 18
Applicants must be at least eighteen (18) years old.
High School Diploma or GED Required
A diploma or GED is required. Don't have one? Visit ged.com to get started.
Valid Photo ID
Government-issued photo identification required at enrollment.
No Prior Experience Needed
We train you from the ground up — no massage or medical background required.
Facial Specialist
225 Clock HoursMinimum Age: 16
Applicants must be at least sixteen (16) years old and above the compulsory age of school attendance.
No Diploma or GED Required
You can enroll without a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
Valid Photo ID
Government-issued photo identification required at enrollment.
No Prior Experience Needed
No skincare or esthetics background needed — we teach you everything from day one.
Applicants Under 18 (Facial Specialist Only)
Any applicant under 18 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian present at the time of application. A form of identification from the parent or guardian is also required.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Flexible payment plans and Affirm financing make your education affordable. Contact admissions for detailed tuition information.
Massage Therapy
Evening: Waitlist — contact to reserve your spot
Facial Specialist
Regular: 14 Weeks
Format: Classroom + Lab + Student Clinic
Financial Aid & Payment Options
We believe cost should never stand between you and your dream career.
Interest-Free Payment Plans
$1,000 deposit, then manageable weekly or monthly installments with zero interest.
Affirm Financing
Split your tuition into monthly payments for up to 24 months. Estimate your payments ↓
Hand & Stone Sponsorship
Up to $2,000 tuition reimbursement for Massage Therapy students. Learn more below ↓
Refer a Friend — Earn $200
Refer someone to Preserva Institute and receive a $200 gift card when they enroll.
Estimate your monthly payment with Affirm financing
*This is an estimate only. Actual payment amount, terms, and APR will be determined by Affirm based on your credit profile at checkout. Rates range from 0–36% APR. Not all applicants will qualify. Contact admissions at (863) 658-4360 for exact tuition amounts and financing details.
Questions About Tuition?
Call us at (863) 658-4360 or contact us online to discuss payment plans, Affirm financing, and the Hand & Stone sponsorship.
FAFSA — Coming Soon
We are currently in the process of obtaining FAFSA approval, which will allow eligible students to apply for federal grants, loans, and work-study opportunities under Title IV of the Higher Education Act. We expect approval by late 2026 and will provide updates as soon as funding becomes available. Stay tuned!
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 waiting after graduation.
Grow with Hand & Stone
Official Partner SchoolHand & Stone franchisee owners provide student sponsorship in the form of quarterly tuition reimbursement to qualified applicants. Begin your journey in less than a year, join a thriving massage therapy team, and let your employer help pay for your education.
How It Works
Graduate, pass the MBLEx, become licensed, and work for a participating Hand & Stone location for a minimum of 2 years. Receive quarterly tuition reimbursements during your employment.
Requirements
Meet the expected competencies of a massage therapist, work evenings & weekends (varies by location), and maintain good standing with the Florida Massage Board.
Additional Benefits
Flexible schedules, continuing education, childcare benefits, and career growth at a nationally recognized spa brand with 600+ locations across the U.S. and Canada.
Important Notes
The tuition loan remains the student's responsibility. Reimbursement payments stop if employment with Hand & Stone ends. See individual spa locations for full details.*
*Student sponsorship is between the student and participating Hand & Stone franchise owners. Contact admissions for individualized information.
Class Schedule & Start Dates
With rolling enrollment, you don't have to wait for a new semester. Apply today and start with the next available cohort.
Massage Therapy
Facial Specialist
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Facial Specialist Program
Facial Specialist Program
225 hrs – Part Time – State Approved
If you Enroll by April 15th you’ll receive Books and Kit Included for Free!
This comprehensive facial specialist program will prepare students with an extensive understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the skin as well as providing students with the techniques to provide safe and effective skin care treatments. Students will be taught to recognize skin dysfunctions and be equipped to treat common skin issues like acne or melasma while understanding when to refer client to their medical provider.
Class lessons are structured with a good balance of classroom and lab hours with focus on professionalism and cleanliness in both settings. Instruction topics include make up artistry, hair removal, product chemistry, sanitation, electrotherapy, lash and brow tinting and lash application. The program allows adequate time to practice manual skills and techniques on an array of clientele in order to perfect skills and be confident to enter the workforce.
• Student will be able to identify career opportunities available in the facial specialist field of practice
• Students will maintain safety in both personal and work environments while abiding by the rules and regulations of management in the job place.
• Student will demonstrate sanitary, safe and appropriate practices while performing skin care services on clients. Students will further practice skin care in a professional manner with clear communication within their scope of practice.
• Student will gain a good understanding of skin anatomy and physiology as well as skin care treatment techniques to appropriately provide clients with effective and safe skin care treatments.
• Student able to explain the importance of employability skills as well as demonstrate skills in entrepreneurship
• Student demonstrates leadership as well as teamwork skills in order to accomplish team goals and objectives
• Student verbalizes future business plan regarding money management concepts, procedures and strategies upon completion of program
• Student demonstrates ethical behavior and professionalism with colleagues in the classroom and clients in the treatment spaces
• Student demonstrates ability to use technology to help productivity in the work place
• Student demonstrates critical thinking skills to problem solve when presented with a dilemma
• Student demonstrates professionalism and effectiveness with both oral and written communication
• Student demonstrates confidence, appropriateness, and effectiveness while performing facials, massage techniques, make up application, hair removal, and artificial lash application.
• Student will demonstrate appropriate procedures and safe applications of chemicals when applied.
Enrolling in our facial specialist program is your gateway to a rewarding career in skincare. Our course provides hands-on training, expert guidance, and a comprehensive curriculum that equips you with the skills to thrive in the beauty industry. Facial specialists in the U.S. earn an average salary between $35,000 to $50,000 annually, depending on experience and location. Join us to learn advanced techniques and gain the expertise needed to enhance clients’ skin health and confidence.
All applicants must be above the compulsory age of school attendance, sixteen (16) years old. Any applicant who is under eighteen (18) years of age must have a parent or guardian with them when applying for admission. If the applicant is under 18 years of age, a form of identification will also be required from the parent or guardian. Applicants must provide photo identification.
The school admits as students those who have a valid High School Diploma or GED. If the students High School Diploma is in a foreign language it is the responsibility of the student to get the diploma translated into English by a school approved translator. At the school’s discretion, official transcripts may be requested and evaluated by the director prior to enrollment of the student. If the information cannot be adequately verified, the student will be required, at their expense, to take and pass a GED test prior to enrollment.
Any applicants that do not meet the above-mentioned requirements shall be denied admission. A letter explaining the reason(s) will be given to the applicant upon request and a copy kept on file at the school for at least one year.
The school does not discriminate against applicants for admission based on age, race, color, sex, religion, marital status or ethnic origin.
All courses will have Open-entry.
DAY 14 WEEKS
Tuesday 9.00AM – 5.30PM
Thursday 9.00AM – 5.30PM
DAY ACCELERATED 10 WEEKS
Tuesday 9.00AM – 5.30PM
Thursday 9.00AM – 5.30PM
Saturday 8.00AM – 2.00PM
EVENING 38 WEEKS
Monday 5.00PM – 8.00PM
Wednesday 5.00PM – 8.00PM
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Spring Accelerated Day 10 Weeks |
05.05.2026 |
07.11.2026 |
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Fall Day – 14 Weeks |
08.25.2026 |
12.08.2026 |
225hrs – Part Time
HOLIDAYS:
The school observes the following Holidays and will be closed on those dates:
•New Year’s Day •Martin Luther King, Jr. Day •President’s Day •Memorial Day •Independence Day (July 4th) •Labor Day •Thanksgiving Week 11.23.26 – 11.29.26 •Christmas Eve •Christmas Day •New Year’s Eve •Spring Break Week 03.16.2026 – 03.22.2026
This program is designed in accordance with the regulations and requirements of the State of Florida to obtain the license entitled Facial Specialist.
If you Enroll by April 15th you’ll receive Books and Kit Included for Free!
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Tuition |
Registration & Licensure |
Books |
Kit |
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$6,800 |
$200 |
$325 |
$950 |
Deposit: $1000
Interest Free Weekly/Monthly Payment
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Financing Available Through Affirm (up to 24 months)
Financing Calculator → Affirm
Refer a Friend & Earn a $200 Gift Card!
Do you know someone passionate about massage therapy or skincare? Refer them to Preserva Institute, and when they enroll, you’ll receive a $200 gift card as a thank-you from us!
Upcoming Programs
The School
105 E Stuart Ave
Lake Wales, FL, 33853
Massage Therapy Program
Massage Therapy Program
500hrs – Part Time – State and Board Approved
This comprehensive massage therapy program will not only teach basic massage theory and techniques, but will prepare the student to perform advanced therapy techniques with competence and professionalism.
An extensive training in anatomy and physiology class will provide students with the groundwork to understand the human body, it’s functions and common dysfunctions found in clients seeking pain relief with massage therapy. The program allows adequate time to practice manual skills on an array of clientele in order to perfect skills and be confident to enter the workforce.
• Student will gain an understanding of massage theory and technique as well as the anatomy and physiology of the human body in order to appropriately provide clients with effective and safe massage treatments.
• Students will be comfortable to perform massage treatments in a professional manner with clear communication and within their scope of practice
• Student will demonstrate competence in performing different massage techniques in preparation to enter the workforce as a massage therapist
• Students will be able to identify common dysfunctions of the extremities and spine and understand when to refer the client to the physician
• Student will be provided sufficient training in both theory and technique in order to sit for the state licensing exam.
Choosing our massage therapy course is an investment in a fulfilling and in-demand career. Our program offers hands-on training, expert instruction, and a comprehensive curriculum that prepares you for success in the wellness industry. Massage therapists are highly sought after, with an average annual salary in the U.S. ranging from $45,000 to $55,000, depending on location and experience. By enrolling in our course, you’ll gain the skills and knowledge needed to excel in a profession that helps others improve their health and well-being.
All applicants must be above the compulsory age of school attendance, sixteen (16) years old. Any applicant who is under eighteen (18) years of age must have a parent or guardian with them when applying for admission. If the applicant is under 18 years of age, a form of identification will also be required from the parent or guardian. Applicants must provide photo identification.
The school admits as students those who have a valid High School Diploma or GED. If the students High School Diploma is in a foreign language it is the responsibility of the student to get the diploma translated into English by a school approved translator. At the school’s discretion, official transcripts may be requested and evaluated by the director prior to enrollment of the student. If the information cannot be adequately verified, the student will be required, at their expense, to take and pass a GED test prior to enrollment.
Any applicants that do not meet the above-mentioned requirements shall be denied admission. A letter explaining the reason(s) will be given to the applicant upon request and a copy kept on file at the school for at least one year.
The school does not discriminate against applicants for admission based on age, race, color, sex, religion, marital status or ethnic origin.
All courses will have Open-entry.
Monday 9.00AM – 3.30PM
Wednesday 9.00AM – 3.30PM
Friday 9.00AM – 3.30PM
500hrs – 18 Weeks – Part Time
DAY 18 WEEKS – Monthly Rolling Admission
Next Starting Dates: 5/1/2026 – 6/1/2026
HOLIDAYS:
The school observes the following Holidays and will be closed on those dates:
•New Year’s Day •Martin Luther King, Jr. Day •President’s Day •Memorial Day •Independence Day (July 4th) •Labor Day •Thanksgiving Week •Christmas Eve •Christmas Day •New Year’s Eve •Spring Break Week 3.17.2025 – 3.23.2025
This program is approved by the Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance, and Board of Massage Therapy.
After successfully completing this program, graduates will be eligible to take the Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx) administered by the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB).
After successfully passing this examination, graduates may apply to the Florida Department of Health for a Florida Massage Therapist License.
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Tuition |
Registration & Licensure |
Books |
Kit |
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$7,500 |
$500 |
$250 |
$250 |
Deposit: $1000 – Interest Free Weekly/Monthly Payments
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Financing Available Through Affirm (up to 24 months)
Financing Calculator → Affirm
Refer a Friend & Earn a $200 Gift Card!
Do you know someone passionate about massage therapy or skincare? Refer them to Preserva Institute, and when they enroll, you’ll receive a $200 gift card as a thank-you from us!
The School
105 E Stuart Ave
Lake Wales, FL, 33853
Education
Compare the two programs and choose the path that fits you.
Compare Massage Therapy and Facial Specialist training at Preserva Institute in Lake Wales, Florida. Review schedule, hours, tuition, and outcomes in one place before you reach out or apply.
Explore your path in wellness
Compare schedule, licensing direction, tuition, and program focus in one place before you choose your next step.
Massage Therapy
Therapeutic bodywork, anatomy, clinical application, and licensure preparation in one part-time track.
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.
Facial Specialist
Clinical skincare, facial protocols, makeup, hair removal, and device-based treatment training in a compact program.
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.
Quickly see which program fits best
Choose the answers that sound most like you and the page will narrow the strongest fit.
What work sounds most rewarding?
Which weekly schedule fits you better?
What kind of training pace do you want?
Which credential are you aiming for?
Start with question one
Complete the four quick steps aboveAs you move through the questions, this section will keep track of your direction and show the strongest fit once you finish.
Enrollment, payment, and career outlook
Review the current offer, payment structure, and national pay benchmarks tied to the careers these programs support.
Facial early-enrollment offer
Books + Kit IncludedStudents who enroll by may receive books and kit included for the Facial Specialist program.
Start with a deposit, not the full balance
$1,000Both 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.
More current pay benchmarks
Current national pay benchmarks based on recent data and industry trends.
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.
Sponsorship is between the student and participating Hand & Stone franchise owners. Contact admissions for individualized information.
Need requirements, next steps, or help comparing the programs?
Use the admissions page for age requirements, GED information, payment options, start details, and direct admissions support for choosing between Massage Therapy and Facial Specialist.
Your new career can start with the next cohort.
Start with a quick info request, review your options with admissions, or move forward with the application when you are ready.
Breast Cancer Rehab - 22 CEUs - Certification
For a Limited Time when Enrolling in “Breast Cancer Rehab 15 CEUs” you will received the “Understanding Breast Cancer Rehab 7 CEUs” for FREE!
Understanding Breast Cancer Rehab - 7 CEUs Online
Develop a deeper understanding of the different types of breast cancer, the medical and surgical interventions, the side effects, and recovery care interventions in this online introductory breast cancer rehabilitation course for physical and occupational therapists and assistants! This online course navigates you into the world of breast cancer so that can gain a deeper understanding of this special population.
Breast Cancer Rehab - 15 CEUs Live
This course teaches therapists to identify, assess and treat functional deficits that can result after surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation treatments.
Lymphedema, radiation fibrosis, chemotherapy induced peripheral neuropathy, post mastectomy pain syndrome, axillary web syndrome, and cancer related fatigue are just some of the conditions addressed in this course.
Relaxation Techniques for Pain Reduction - 7 CEUs - Live
For a Limited Time when you Enroll in “Relaxation Techniques for Pain Reduction” you will receive 10% OFF “Post Surgical MLD“
Relaxation Techniques for Pain Reduction
Board Approved – Live 7 CEUs
Integrating progressive muscle relaxation, guided imagery, visualization, and breathing techniques into your existing plan of care will help your patients reduce anxiety, anticipatory pain, fears associated with pain medical interventions, muscle guarding and compensatory strategies by allowing your patient to reach a state of relaxation for both the mind and the body. As therapists, we promote healing. Increase your effectiveness with these simple techniques to reduce pain, establish a solid patient connection that keeps your patients coming back to you. Time spent with the patient remains the same, but your verbal guidance in the session will leave the patient feeling more connected and refreshed. Adding this component into your sessions will set you apart from other therapists and your patients will sing you praises with this multi approach to pain reduction.
- Participant will be able to identify the benefits of relaxation techniques
- Participant will understand and utilize relaxation techniques effectively within your scope of practice
- Participant will be able to perform specific manual strategies to help induce a relaxed state while performing progressive muscle relaxation and visualization techniques.
- Participant will become familiar with key words and phrases to attain and maintain relaxed state
- Participant will gain a better awareness of grounding and centering yourself so that you are fully present for your patient without exhausting your own energy
What motivates many patients to show up for therapy? While our smiling faces and great personalities can contribute to a good therapy experience, patients are often motivated to attend therapy because they have pain and they believe the physical or occupational therapist can help alleviate their pain and improve their function. Patient’s often rate their therapy success level on their pain levels. We know pain is often anticipated pre and post-surgery, during cancer treatment, and with chronic pain conditions, but now we can greatly help our patients by incorporating relaxation techniques into our existing treatments and reducing pain in our patients for a more effective treatment intervention.
Physical and occupations therapists, physical therapy assistants, occupational therapy assistants, registered nurses, massage therapists and other medical professionals interested in learning guided imagery and relaxation techniques. Estheticians in medical settings can also incorporate these advanced techniques to enhance their treatments.
This will benefit medical professionals and the patients
Michelle Rice, founder of “Preserva Institute”, is a physical therapist with over twenty years of experience and specializes in breast cancer rehabilitation.
She graduated from Vanderbilt University with a Bachelor Degree in Human and Organizational Development and received her Master of Science degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Miami School of Medicine. She has extensive knowledge in manual therapies and incorporates craniosacral therapy, myofascial release, trigger point release, soft tissue mobilization, scar release, manual lymph drainage, yoga, breath control and relaxation techniques into her treatments.
She is a certified lymphedema therapist and yoga instructor. She owns Preserva Therapy MED SPA where she also provides personalized outpatient therapy treatment to women and men on their path to recovery after cancer.
Michelle Rice MSPT, CLT, RYT
Beginner
8:30 Registration
9am: Relaxation Techniques defined; Benefits outlined; Research review of methods discussed;
10:30am: break
10:45am: Relaxation steps outlined
11am: Centering for the therapist discussed and taught
11:15am: Lab guided session practicing breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, and guided imagery techniques
11:30am: Lab practicing centering, breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, guided imagery
12:30 Lunch
1:30: Review and Lab; review of basic cranial structures as well as suboccipital, frontal, and temporal musculature; demonstration of sub occipital, frontal and temporal release demonstrated and followed by hands on lab practice
3pm: Break
3:15: 3:30 Combining manual techniques with relaxation techniques demonstration
3:30-4:45pm: Lab: practice manual techniques of neck and face while guiding patient with breathing cues, progressive muscle relaxation and guided imagery.
4:45pm: Survey, Post-test, Questions, Certificates
5pm: end
- At the end of your training, you will receive a current dated and signed certificate which should be displayed prominently in your office.
- For the list of the States Approval send us an email.
- Our Courses are CEBroker listed. CEUs will be automatically credited to your account within 15days after the course completion.
- Preserva Institute expects that you will adhere to the highest ethical standards of conduct and reserves the right to withdraw permission to display and market our certification if you misrepresent PreservaInstitute.com, its philosophy or its values.
Direction and accommodations will be provided with your confirmation letter. You can also contact our office at 863.658.4360 or send us an email.
Group Discount: (contact us prior booking)
10% discount off each enrollment fee for groups of 5 or more
20% discount off each enrollment fee for groups of 10 or more
Student Discount (contact us prior booking)
A 10% discount is available to current students who have yet to earn a license to practice at the time of course registration. This discount is not available to those therapists who have previously held a license, and are currently enrolled in a doctoral, or other post-graduate, program. This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts. To get this discount when checking out online, use the code student99. (Note, this code is only valid for non-licensed students. Our team will verify that registrants signed up with this code are, indeed, current students prior to their attendance of the course).
Referral Credit/Discount
Any therapist who has already taken a Preserva Institute course will earn a $50.00 “referral credit” if:
1. A therapist who has never taken a Preserva Institute course successfully registers for his or her first course(s); AND
2. In the registration process, the first-time registrant gives the name and clinic/hospital of the therapist who referred them to Preserva Institute.
A therapist who has earned a $50.00 “referral credit” may use this credit toward any course that is eligible for a “referral discount”.
Guest Blogger Credit/Discount (contact us prior booking)
Any therapist who completes a qualifying guest blog post on the Preserva Institute blog will earn a $50.00 “guest blogger credit”. This credit may be applied toward any course eligible for a “guest blogger discount”.