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See the Art in Action
Watch our Basic Esthetics students at AVI Career Training
Master the science and art of skincare. From advanced facials to hair removal and makeup, AVI's esthetics program prepares you for Virginia licensure and a thriving beauty career.
Watch our Basic Esthetics students at AVI Career Training
Program Overview
The Basic Esthetics 600-hour program prepares students to become professional estheticians. You will be competent in all aspects of treating the skin, caring for the client, business theory and ethics, as well as manual and machine facial techniques.
Upon passing your Virginia State Board examination, you will be positioned for exciting careers in spas, salons, dermatology offices, and medical spas across the region.
What You'll Learn
A hands-on curriculum built around real-world esthetics practice — from skin science to client consultations and advanced treatments.
Curriculum Breakdown
Required hands-on client services you must complete before graduation — real experience built into every step of the program.
Class Schedules
Day, evening, and weekend schedules available so you can train without putting your life on hold.
After Graduation
Virginia licensed estheticians are in high demand across a wide range of professional settings.
Why Choose AVI
Nearly 40 years training beauty professionals in Northern Virginia. Trusted by thousands of graduates across the DMV.
Title IV, Pell Grants, GI Bill®, and WIOA funding available. Our admissions team helps you find the right funding path.
Our curriculum is built around Virginia DPOR requirements. You'll graduate confident and ready for your licensure exam.
Contact our admissions team to tour the school, ask about financial aid, and get your enrollment paperwork started. Classes fill fast — don't wait.
Become a licensed Virginia esthetician. Financial aid available.