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Elevate for Humanity Career and Technical Institute provides workforce development and technical training services. Programs, funding eligibility, certification preparation, employer participation, and training availability may vary. Elevate for Humanity does not guarantee employment, certification issuance, wage outcomes, or licensure approval.
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Elevate for Humanity is an AI-powered workforce operating system — not just a training provider. We handle credentialing, compliance tracking, employer placement, apprenticeship coordination, and funding documentation so agencies and participants can focus on outcomes.

DOL Registered Apprenticeship Sponsor·RAPIDS Sponsor ID: 2025-IN-132301·ETPL Listed Training Provider·WIOA Title I Approved·WorkOne Workforce Partner

HQ: 123 Main St, Suite 200, Columbia, MD 21044 — administrative and enrollment support. Hands-on training occurs at approved Indianapolis instructional sites by program.

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Programs aligned with industry-recognized certifications including EPA Section 608, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Security+, PTCB CPhT, Microsoft Office Specialist, OSHA 30, and Indiana state licensing requirements. Credential outcomes are issued by the respective certifying organizations.

Elevate for Humanity operates as a workforce development system coordinating training, funding, testing, and employment pathways. Program delivery may be conducted directly by Elevate or through approved training providers depending on the program.

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Elevate for Humanity Career & Technical Institute is a DOL Registered Apprenticeship Sponsor, Indiana ETPL-listed workforce training provider, and Certiport Authorized Testing Center operating under 2Exclusive LLC-S. Industry certifications are issued by the respective credentialing bodies (CompTIA, NHA, EPA, NCCCO, etc.) upon passing the required exams — these are the same credentials employers hire for. Training may be fully funded for eligible participants through WIOA, Workforce Ready Grant, JRI, and approved workforce partners; eligibility is determined by the applicable agency. Elevate for Humanity Career & Technical Institute is a workforce training organization, not a degree-granting postsecondary institution under the Indiana Department of Education — our programs lead to industry certifications and employment, not academic degrees.

Esthetics Apprenticeship
DOL Registered Apprenticeship

Transform Skin, Transform Lives

Learn advanced skincare treatments, facials, chemical peels, and spa services through luxury spa apprenticeships.

Apply NowTour the ShopExplore Funding
700 hours + apprenticeship
Training Hours
12-18 months
Program Length
$0
with Funding

Imagine Yourself Here

Imagine walking into your salon on your very first day. Your mentor welcomes you. Clients begin arriving. Every haircut, every facial, every color service helps you build confidence.

Week after week your skills improve. Month after month your clientele grows. By graduation you won't just have classroom experience—you'll already have worked with real clients inside a professional salon.

That's the power of apprenticeship.

Why Choose an Apprenticeship?

The best way to learn a trade is by doing the trade.

Traditional Beauty School

✗Mostly classroom instruction
✗Limited real-world experience
✗Graduate, then find work
✗Pay tuition upfront
✗Build theory before practice

Elevate Apprenticeship

CheckLearn inside a working salon
CheckEmployer mentorship from day one
CheckReal clients, real experience
CheckGet paid while you learn
CheckCareer coaching included
CheckIndustry credentials earned
CheckProfessional portfolio built

Your Journey

📝

Apply

Complete our simple application online

1
🤝

Meet Advisor

One-on-one consultation to discuss your goals

2
💰

Funding Review

Explore funding options and payment plans

3
🏪

Salon Match

Get matched with a host shop partner

4
🎓

Orientation

Learn the program, meet your mentor

5
✂️

Training Begins

Start your apprenticeship journey

6
🎉

Graduation

Complete hours, pass state exam, get licensed

7

What You'll Learn

Skills that employers value and clients trust

Skin Analysis

Facial Treatments

Chemical Peel Applications

Dermaplaning

LED Light Therapy

Waxing Techniques

Product Knowledge

Medical Esthetics

Spa Business

Client Consultation

Plan Your Future

Interactive tools to help you make informed decisions

Tuition Calculator

How will you pay?

Deposit + weekly payments with automatic billing

Program Tuition$4,980
Registration Fee$150
Deposit$500
Remaining Balance$4,480
Weekly Payment$86.15/week
Monthly Payment$344.62/month
Apply Now

Income Projection Calculator

See your potential earning as a licensed professional

15 services
$
5 days
15%

Projected Annual Income

$179,400

Weekly

$3,000

Monthly

$12,000

With Tips

+$23,400

*Before expenses. Actual income varies based on location, clientele, and business model.

Apprenticeship Timeline

20 hours/week

Estimated Duration

25 months

Completion Date

Aug 2028

RTI (Classroom)500 hours (25%)
OJL (On-the-Job)1500 hours (75%)
Complete
Application Complete
Complete
Salon Matched
Orientation
500 OJL Hours
1,000 Hours
1,500 Hours
Licensure Ready

Funding Eligibility Check

Question 1 of 7

🏠 Are you an Indiana resident?

Beauty Business Calculator

See your potential as an employee vs. business owner

Estimated Annual Income

$78,400

Monthly Profit

$6,533.333

Monthly Expenses

-$0

*Estimates based on industry averages. Actual results vary.

Services You'll Master

✨

Facials

🧪

Chemical Peels

💎

Dermaplaning

💡

LED Therapy

🕯️

Waxing

Career Earnings Potential

Build your income over time

Starting Salary

$32,000 - $42,000

per year

MOST POPULAR

Mid-Career

$42,000 - $60,000

per year

Booth/Suite Rental

$45,000 - $80,000+

potential annual

Career Opportunities

Luxury Spa
Medical Spa
Dermatology Office
Plastic Surgery Center
Hotel & Resort Spa
Cruise Ship
Skin Care Educator
Product Representative
Spa Owner

Build Your Own Beauty Business

Many beauty professionals aspire to own their own salon or barbershop. Our program prepares you for that future.

CheckBranding & Social Media Marketing
CheckPricing Your Services
CheckClient Retention Strategies
CheckTaxes & Business Registration
CheckBooth Rental vs. Suite Ownership
CheckFinancial Literacy
CheckBuilding Multiple Income Streams
Beauty business

Your license is just the beginning.

Meet Your Mentors

Learn from industry professionals

Marcus Thompson

Marcus Thompson

Master Barber Instructor

15+ years experience in traditional and modern barbering. Specializes in precision cuts and straight razor techniques.

Licensed BarberDOL Registered InstructorMaster Barber
Keisha Williams

Keisha Williams

Color Specialist

Award-winning colorist specializing in balayage and color correction. Trained at Vidal Sassoon Academy.

Licensed CosmetologistGoldwell Color CertifiedPravana Elite Artist
Jennifer Chen

Jennifer Chen

Medical Esthetician

Former dermatology nurse now leading our esthetics program. Expert in clinical skincare treatments.

Licensed EstheticianCertified Medical EstheticianPCA Skin Certified

Student Success Stories

Destiny R.

Barber Apprenticeship

"I thought beauty school was out of reach. The apprenticeship let me earn while I learned. Now I'm building my own empire."

Destiny R.

Before: Working fast food, no career direction

After: Owns her own barbershop, $85K+ annually

Marcus L.

Cosmetology

"The mentorship made all the difference. I learned from the best and now I'm the one teaching others."

Marcus L.

Before: College dropout, unsure of career path

After: Senior stylist at luxury salon, $62K annually

Sophia K.

Esthetics

"I was intimidated to start over. The flexible schedule and support system made it possible for me."

Sophia K.

Before: Stay-at-home mom returning to workforce

After: Medical spa esthetician, $55K annually + tips

Funding Your Future

Multiple paths to affordable education

🏛️

Workforce Funding

Potentially $0 out-of-pocket through WIOA, Workforce Ready Grant, or VR

💼

Employer Sponsored

Partner employers may cover tuition in exchange for commitment

💳

Self Pay + BNPL

Flexible weekly payments or Buy Now, Pay Later options

Check Your Eligibility

Frequently Asked Questions

Your Future Starts Behind the Chair

Whether your dream is working in a luxury salon, owning your own studio, or building a beauty brand, your journey begins here.

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