Full Specialty Program Objectives

The International Academy Full Specialty Program objective is to teach a complete program of specialties such as Hair Removal, Nail Technician, Skin Care, Professional Spa Training, Body/Facial Treatment Training, and receptionist. Develop in students the skills necessary to become a registered Full Specialist in the State of Florida, and to meet the needs of the day spa and salon community in which they will enter.

The International Academy is a fully equipped high end day spa/salon training facility. Students will have breakthrough knowledge of skin care, hair removal, body treatments and all its elements. This curriculum will also train students in artificial and natural nails, and nail art. This curriculum also includes training in the latest treatments such as spa therapies, hydrotherapy, and paramedical facial treatments such as microdermabrasion, ultrasonic facials, and oxygen therapy facials.

The objective of the Full Specialty Program is to gain the knowledge and skills that will prepare a cross-trained individual for work in the business of esthetician, nail technology and receptionist. An International Academy Full Specialty graduate is highly trained in technical applications, business skills and professional image. Strong emphasis will be placed on retailing, customer service, personal, and professional advancement.

Full-time Days: 30 hours per week, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Tuesday through Saturday.

Part-time Days: Minimum of 20 hours per week, 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM, Tuesday through Saturday.

Part-time Nights: Minimum of 20 hours per week, 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM, Tuesday through Thursday; plus 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM on Saturday.

*Financial aid is available for those who qualify.