Esthetics Schools | Massage Therapy Schools | Richmond VA (2024)

Open Enrollment – Open Now

Trimester Course Hours:

Wednesday & Thursday – (Online Live Virtual Classroom)

6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Friday – (Onsite Class)

9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
or
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Saturday – (Onsite Class/Clinic)

9:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

(classes and/or clinic; times may vary)

Upon completion of the program students will receive a Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Health Science/Master of Science Master of Acupuncture with a Chinese Herbal Medicine Specialization.

Year 1: Build a foundation by learning the basic of substance production and flow; studying the structures and functions of the body systems both western and eastern. Practice application of these theories and understanding of systems in a clinic setting. Year one will be 300 level courses which will be applied toward the bachelor of health science degree.

Year 2: Expand understanding of diagnostic techniques. Continue the study of how the body functions and locations of systems. Apply these techniques and understanding of concepts to patients in the student clinic setting. Year 2 will cover 400 level courses which will be applied toward the bachelor of health science degree.

Year 3: Develop and strengthen knowledge of Acupuncture with a Chinese Herbal Medicine and western diagnostic techniques. In addition study of different paradigms of treatment as well as specialties in practice. Continue the study of systems from the Acupuncture with a Chinese Herbal Medicine perspective and the western medicine perspective. Students will practice these concepts treating patients in the student clinic. Year 3 will be a combination of 500 and 600 level courses applied toward the Master of Science Master of Acupuncture with a Chinese Herbal Medicine Specialization.

In keeping with its mission, Lotus Professional College sets forth seven educational goals. Graduates of the master’s program will be able:

1. To practice in a professional and ethical manner.

2. To exercise appropriate clinical judgment regarding patient assessment, diagnosis and decisions respecting therapeutic modalities, prognosis, and referral.

3. To become proficient in the theory and practice of acupuncture and in the preparation and prescription of Chinese herbal therapies.

4. To become proficient in the theory and practice of nutrition and preventative care and to incorporate these principles and practices of Traditional Chinese Medicine/Acupuncture with a
Chinese Herbal Medicine and to be prepared to counsel patients on elements of health.

5. To promote the delivery of health care in the United States fully recognizing the complementary functions of Traditional Chinese Medicine/Acupuncture with a Chinese Herbal Medicine and Contemporary Western Medicine.

6. To meet the requirements of the National Commission for Certification of Acupuncture and
Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) including the ability to pass the State and national acupuncture
and herbal certification examinations.

7. To demonstrate commitment to Acupuncture with a Chinese Herbal Medicine Specialization by
participating in professional continuing education as a lifelong learning process.

The curriculum will be presented in a way as to take you from a beginning or basic knowledge, to advanced treatment planning, treatments, and research.

An overview of the curriculum and how it will be presented:

You will begin by learning the theories of how energy or Qi is created and moves through the body. Qi can be any form of energy such as food or air. Theories of how qi are created in the body and how it moves through the body will enable you to guide your patients in relieving deficiencies or stagnation. The practice of Qi Gong, Massage, Needling Techniques, and Pulse taking are excellent ways to physically feel and manipulate Qi, and these will begin in your first trimester and will be practiced throughout your training. After beginning to understand Qi creation, physically feeling and moving Qi you will begin studying diagnostic techniques or ways of looking at the person. Some of these include pattern differentiation, tongue diagnosis, nutritional evaluation, five element diagnosis, and substance evaluation.

In the second year, you will layer in the study of herbs and how they affect the creation and movement of Qi. Then the understanding and practice of all of these combined will prepare you for diagnosing and treating patients in our student clinic. We will encourage you to finish your clinicals as you finish your classes, practically applying what you learn in class each week in the student clinic treating patients.

Office hours:
Monday – Friday
9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Saturday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

During the tour, the curriculum and subjects relating to the program structure are discussed and an application will be provided.

The Lotus Professional College Career Services Department cultivates relationships with businesses in Richmond and its surrounding areas to inform our students about employment opportunities.

Lotus Professional College will send out an “Items of Interest” newsletter to subscribed alumni. To add your job posting to our newsletter or to subscribe, call our office at (804) 290-0980 or send us an email at admissions@lotus.edu

Tuition and Other Student Fees

Per trimester: $365.00 per credit, and average of 19 credits per trimester: $6,935.00

Per program: $365.00 per credit 155 credits per program: $56,575.00

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Lotus Professional College Registration Fee: $100.00 (due when application is submitted, non-refundable)

Lotus Professional College Institute Fee: $250.00 per trimester

Books: Approximately $250.00 per trimester

We offer the following payment options for this program:

Option 1: Federal Financial Aid

Financial Aid available to those who qualify. You can apply for Federal Financial Aid by going to https://studentaid.gov. Eligibility determination is based on Federal Student Aid requirements. Lotus Professional College has no control over eligibility. Lotus Professional College f/k/a Lotus School of Integrated Professions, Inc. OPEID# 042850

Option 2: Monthly Installment Plan

Payments in monthly installments that shall be due on the first day of each month for the duration of that particular course. If any monthly installment is paid on or after the 10th day of the month, the student may incur a late fee for that month.

Option 3: Pay in Full

Students may have a third-party payer pay the student’s tuition directly to Lotus Professional College.

Option 4: VA Benefits

If you are a veteran or family member of a veteran, you may be eligible for VA government programs that assist with education expenses at the Lotus Professional College, Inc. This institution is approved to offer GI Bill® educational benefits by the Virginia State Approving Agency. For questions about eligibility, call the GI Bill® helpline at (888) 442-4551 Monday – Friday 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. Central Time or visit their websitehttps://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/contact_us.asp

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.

Option 5: Third Party Payee

Please contact our Financial Aid Office for details.

Other Expenses NOT Included in Tuition

Required Supplies:

• Stethoscope, Blood Pressure Cuff, Reflex Hammer, Oral Thermometer (anyone with a disposable probe cover), cloth tape that is coated so it can be wiped off to measure waist, tape measure, goniometer, and access to scale.
• Books for each trimester
• iPad/Laptop

Must be worn to all classes unless the instructor informs students otherwise.

• White Lab Coat
• Dark Gray Medical Scrubs
• Closed-toe shoes

Admissions Prerequisites & Requirements

To be considered for admission into the program a prospective student must:

• Be at least 18 years of age, if younger a prospective student must turn 18 on or before the graduation date established for the session in which he/she wishes to enroll.
• A copy of government issued identification showing date of birth.
• Complete a tour of the facility and interview with a representative of the school; completed tour checklist.
• Complete and file an application form with Lotus Professional College, must wait a minimum of 24 hours after completing tour. Applicant must complete and sign application which includes section on criminal background, this is not used as criteria for admissions other than it must be completed and if the applicant indicates that they have a criminal background the director of education will then advise the applicant that the State of Virginia regulatory boards will make a decision on a case-by-case basis, based on the details of the criminal background.
• Submit a $100.00 registration fee where required.
• Educational requirement:
  • Applicants must have an associate degree with a minimum of 30 semester credit hours in academic general education courses in written communication, oral communication, and quantitative principles from an accredited University or College.
  • Official transcripts sent directly from an accredited college or university demonstrating that the applicant has at a minimum been conferred an associate degree with 30 semester credit hours in academic general education courses in written communication, oral communication, and quantitative principles from an accredited University or College.
  • Prerequisites for each course within the program are listed in the title, scope and sequence of each course.

• Submit a brief written statement as to why the applicant wants to pursue a career in perspective field.
• Have an active email account.
• Current on all accounts with Lotus Professional College.
• Students must demonstrate they possess the necessary skills and knowledge to be successful in the distance education portion(s) of the program.

**If any of the above documents are issued in a different name than the prospective student’s current government issued identification, the prospective student must supply a legal name change document.**

If the prospective student received college level training in another country the prospective student must present the school with a certified translation as well as a certification that the training is equivalent to that of a graduate in the United States of America. The associate degree program or higher from an accredited college /university must meet the minimum required general education presented with a certified translation and certification that it is the equivalent to that of a United States of America accredited college or university. The admissions representative will evaluate the submitted information and determine if the student meets the requirements for admission. Students may enroll in a degree program if they meet all the requirements within ten (10) days prior to the start date of the program. Once a student has met the admissions requirements and is accepted into a program the student will sign an enrollment agreement and arrange to pay; a deposit, one month’s tuition; the full tuition; or provide proof of funding by a third-party agency which will pay the school directly. A copy of the fully executed enrollment agreement signed by both parties is provided to the student prior to the start of class

Policy for Students For Whom English is a Second Language

English language competency is required of all students seeking admission to the acupuncture program. This must be demonstrated by one of the following means:

I. The student must have completed a two-year (60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits) undergraduate- or graduate-level, English-based education in an institution:

• • Accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education, or in the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada (except Quebec), New Zealand, or Ireland. In all cases, English must have been both the language of instruction and the language of the curriculum used:

• • Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL® iBT) – Acceptable scores:

• • • TOEFL iBT total score – 61 with minimum speaking score – 20 and minimum listening score – 17; or

• • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Format – Acceptable scores:

• • • IELTS overall band score 6 with minimum speaking score – 6.5 and minimum listening score – 6.

II. The admissions criteria for the master’s-level certificate program in Chinese herbal medicine must include current enrollment in, or the satisfactory completion of, an ACAOM-accredited/pre-accredited entry-level (i.e., master’s-level or professional doctoral) program in acupuncture or in acupuncture with a Chinese herbal medicine specialization. In considering the acceptance of education and training obtained in foreign countries, credits earned at a foreign educational institution must be validated by a recognized educational credentials evaluation service.

All acceptances are processed based on a first come, first served and space available basis.

Class size is limited and students are taken on a first come first serve basis so we encourage you to apply and enroll as soon as possible to ensure your place in class.

Once Lotus Professional College’s enrollment for classes is at capacity, accepted students will be placed on a waiting list for admissions.

The Virginia Board of Nursing regulates the licensing requirements of massage therapists in Virginia.

Listed below are some of their requirements:

• Minimum of 500 hours of training with a SCHEV approved provider (Lotus Professional College is certified by State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV))

• Pass a Commonwealth of VA Board Licensing Exam for massage therapists (MBLEx)

• Fingerprinting for a criminal background check

A complete list of the Virginia Board of Nursing’s requirements can be found at the following website: https://www.dhp.virginia.gov/nursing/nursing_laws_regs.htm

Lotus Professional College offers a full range of therapeutic massage training, ranging from medically oriented massage to spa and relaxation massage.

Office hours:
Monday – Friday
9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Saturday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

During the tour, the curriculum and subjects relating to massage are discussed and an application will be provided.

The Lotus Professional College Career Services Department cultivates relationships with businesses in Richmond and its surrounding areas to inform our students about employment opportunities.

Lotus Professional College will send out an “Items of Interest” newsletter to subscribed alumni. To add your job posting to our newsletter or to subscribe, call our office at (804) 290-0980 or send us an email at admissions@lotus.edu

Part I – Massage (340 hours)

Students are introduced to various types of massage and massage techniques originating in various parts of the world. Students are taught to perform specific massage therapy protocols to include:

• Business
• Ethics
• Orientation and History
• Regulations
• Student Practicum Clinics
• 5 Element Bodywork Acupressure

• Corporate Chair Massage
• Cranial Sacral Massage
• Energywork
• Geriatric Massage
• Infant Massage
• Lymphatic Massage
• Medical Massage
• Muscle Testing

• Myofascial Release
• Neuromuscular Therapy
• Pregnancy Massage
• Reflexology
• Sports Massage
• Trigger Point Therapy
• Hot Stone
• Postural Assessment

Part II – Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology, and Kinesiology (160 hours)

The Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology and Kinesiology and Massage portion is taught simultaneously. In the Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology and Kinesiology (APKP) section, students study the human body, more specifically the ten major body systems with a heavy emphasis on the Skeletal and Muscular Systems. Pathologies of each of the systems are covered with each pertaining system:

• Orientation
• Terminology
• Cells
• Circulatory System
• Digestive System

• Endocrine System
• Integumentary System
• Lymphatic System
• Musculoskeletal System
• Nervous System

• Pathology
• Reproductive System
• Respiratory System
• Systems Review
• Urinary System

Massage Practic*ms (100 hours) :The educational goals of the student practicum clinic are to allow students to demonstrate the practical aspects of massage learned in the classroom. Students will sign up for and complete 20 in-school clinic sessions wherein they will be able to demonstrate their consultation skills, massage techniques, treatment recommendations and documentation in a basic one-hour massage session format.

Students must be physically and mentally capable of completing the program requirements. This includes but not limited to working on classmates and the public.

Lotus Professional College Fees:

Lotus Professional College Registration Fee (due with application, non-refundable):$100.00

Therapeutic Massage Required Textbooks:

New or Used books are acceptable.

Theory and Practice of Therapeutic Massage (6^th Edition)

Author: Mark. F. Beck

Published by: Cengage Learning
ISBN-13: 978-1285187556

ISBN-10:9781285187556

Memmler’s The Human Body in Health and Disease (13^th Edition)

Published by: Wolters Kluwer, Barbara Janson Cohen/Kerry L. Hull
ISBN-13: 978-1451192803

ISBN-10: 1451192800

A Massage Therapist’s Guide to Pathology (7^th Edition)

Published by: Books of Discovery, Ruth Werner
ISBN-13: 978-0998266343

ISBN-10: 0998266345

Trail Guide to the Body (6^th Edition)

Author: Andrew Biel

ISBN-13 978-0998785066

ISBN-10: 0998785067

Exam and Licensure Fees

MBLEx LICENSURE EXAM (administered by FSMTB)

$265 as of 6.8.22

https://www.fsmtb.org/ – 866-962-3926

Virginia State Licensure – Virginia Board of Nursing

Application and Initial Licensure

$140 as of 6.8.22

http://www.dhp.virginia.gov/Boards/Nursing/ – 804-367-4515

Biennial License Renewal

$95 as of 6.8.22

http://www.dhp.virginia.gov/Boards/Nursing/ – 804-367-4515

Renewal Continuing education requirements (must complete 24 hours in a two-yearperiod)

To be considered for admission to the Therapeutic Massage program a prospective student must:

• Be at least 18 years of age, if younger a prospective student must turn 18 on or before the graduation date established for the session in which he/she wishes to enroll; A copy of government issued identification showing date of birth.
• Complete a tour of the facility and interview with a representative of the school; completed tour checklist.
• Complete and file an application form with Lotus Professional College, must wait a minimum of 24 hours after completing tour. Applicants must complete and sign application which includes section on criminal background, this is not used as criteria for admissions other than it must be completed and if the applicant indicates that they have a criminal background the director of education will then advise the applicant that the State of Virginia regulatory boards will make a decision on a case-by-case basis, based on the details of the criminal background.
• Submit a $100.00 registration fee where required.
• Educational requirement (one of the following):
  • Official High school transcript or official college transcript for anyone with an associate’s degree or higher.
• Submit a brief written statement as to why the applicant wants to pursue a career in perspective field.
• Have an active email account.
• Current on all accounts with Lotus Professional College.
• Students must demonstrate they possess the necessary skills and knowledge to be successful in the distance education portion(s) of the program.

If any of the above documents are issued in a different name than the prospective student’s current government issued identification, the prospective student must supply a legal name change document.

Please submit your application, registration fee and all of the required documentation to Lotus Professional College. Once we have received and reviewed your application you will be notified through email of your approval status. Upon approval your next step will be to call the school to make your enrollment appointment. During this appointment you will read over our policies and procedures and sign the enrollment agreement. You will need to pay your first month’s tuition at enrollment (amount is based on which payment option you have chosen – refer to the tour packet).

**If the prospective student received their education in another country the prospective student must present the school with a certified translation as well as a certification to the equivalency in the United States of America. The admissions representative will evaluate the submitted information and determine if the student meets the requirements for admission. Once a student has met the admissions requirements and is accepted into a program the student will sign an enrollment agreement and arrange to pay; a deposit, one month’s tuition; the full tuition; or provide proof of funding by a third-party agency which will pay the school directly. A copy of the fully executed enrollment agreement signed by both parties is provided to the student prior to the start of class.

All acceptances are processed based on a first come, first served and space available basis.

Class size is limited,and students are taken on a first come first serve basis, so we encourage you to apply and enroll as soon as possible to ensure your place in class.

Once Lotus Professional College’s enrollment for classes is at capacity, accepted students will be placed on a waiting list for admissions.

The Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR) regulate licensed Estheticians in the state of Virginia.

Listed below are some of their requirements:

• 600 hours of training with a DPOR approved provider (Lotus Professional College is licensed by the Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR))
• Pass the Written and Practical Exam through DPOR.VA.GOV
• Apply for your Esthetician License through DPOR

A complete list of the Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation can be found at the following website:

https://law.lis.virginia.gov/admincode/title18/agency41/chapter70/

Office hours:
Monday – Friday
9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Saturday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

During the tour, the curriculum and subjects relating to esthetics are discussed and an application will be provided.

The Lotus Professional College Career Services Department cultivates relationships with businesses in Richmond and its surrounding areas to inform our students about employment opportunities.

Lotus Professional College will send out an “Items of Interest” newsletter to subscribed alumni. To add your job posting to our newsletter or to subscribe, call our office at (804) 290-0980 or send us an email at admissions@lotus.edu

Esthetics Program:

• Orientation and business – 25 hours
• Laws and regulations -10 hours
• General Sciences – 80 hours
• Applied Sciences – 95 hours
• Skin Care – 255 hours
• Makeup – 65 hours
• Body and other treatments – 20 hours
• Hair Removal – 50 hours

220 Practical Performance Requirements:

• Consultation, cleansings and Face and body analysis – 35 treatments
• Manual facials/European facials and – 65 treatments
• Machine or electrical facials and – 50 treatments
• Body treatments and back – 20 treatments
• Makeup – 25 treatments
• Hair Removal – 25 treatments

Required Lotus School Fees:

Lotus Professional College Registration Fee (due with application): $100.00

Required Supplies:

• Three (3) white, flat twin sheets
• Approximately 18-20 white hand towels
• 10-gallon clear Plastic Storage Container w/lid
• Mannequin head
• Other items for state board kit
• Index Cards (price varies depending on quantity)

Must be worn to all classes unless instructor informs students otherwise

• White Medical Scrubs, (Esthetics)2-3 (recommended sets)
• Closed-toe shoes

Recommended Supplies:

• 2 Velcro Spa Wraps
• Fingernail File
• Fingernail Clippers
• Liquid Bandage for Small Cuts

Other Exam and Licensure Costs

Supplies needed for state exam

You will be practicing for the state exam in class so you will need to buy the required supplies, see links below for list of suggested supplies you will need for the exam.

Professional Services, Inc. (currently provides administration of state board exam http://www.psiexams.com/)

See links below for PSI Candidate Information Bulletin to help you prepare and understand the processes and procedures for applying for licensure and scheduling your exam as well as supplies you will need for taking the practical portion of the exam.

To be considered for admission to the Basic Esthetics program a prospective student must:

• Be at least 18 years of age, if younger a prospective student must turn 18 on or before the graduation date established for the session in which he/she wishes to enroll; A copy of government issued identification showing date of birth.
• Complete a tour of the facility and interview with a representative of the school; completed tour checklist.
• Complete and file an application form with Lotus Professional College, must wait a minimum of 24 hours after completing tour. Applicants must complete and sign application which includes section on criminal background, this is not used as criteria for admissions other than it must be completed and if the applicant indicates that they have a criminal background the director of education will then advise the applicant that the State of Virginia regulatory boards will make a decision on a case-by-case basis, based on the details of the criminal background.
• Submit a $100.00 registration fee where required.
• Educational requirement(one of the following):
  • Official High school transcript or official college transcript for anyone with an associate’s degree or higher.
• Submit a brief written statement as to why the applicant wants to pursue a career in perspective field.
• Have an active email account.
• Current on all accounts with Lotus Professional College.
• Students must demonstrate they possess the necessary skills and knowledge to be successful in the distance education portion(s) of the program.

If any of the above documents are issued in a different name than the prospective student’s current government issued identification, the prospective student must supply a legal name change document.

Please submit your application, registration fee and all of the required documentation to Lotus Professional College. Once we have received and reviewed your application you will be notified through email of your approval status. Upon approval your next step will be to call the school to make your enrollment appointment. During this appointment you will read over our policies and procedures and sign the enrollment agreement. You will need to pay your first month’s tuition at enrollment (amount is based on which payment option you have chosen – refer to the tour packet).

**If the prospective student received their education in another country the prospective student must present the school with a certified translation as well as a certification to the equivalency in the United States of America. The admissions representative will evaluate the submitted information and determine if the student meets the requirements for admission. Once a student has met the admissions requirements and is accepted into a program the student will sign an enrollment agreement and arrange to pay; a deposit, one month’s tuition; the full tuition; or provide proof of funding by a third-party agency which will pay the school directly. A copy of the fully executed enrollment agreement signed by both parties is provided to the student prior to the start of class.

All acceptances are processed based on a first come, first served and space available basis.

Class size is limited and students are taken on a first come first serve basis so we encourage you to apply and enroll as soon as possible to ensure your place in class.

Once Lotus Professional College’s enrollment for classes is at capacity, accepted students will be placed on a waiting list for admissions.

The Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR) regulate licensed Master Estheticians in the state of Virginia.

Listed below are some of their requirements:

• 600 hours of training with a DPOR approved provider (Lotus Professional College is licensed by the Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR))
• Pass the Written and Practical Exam through DPOR.VA.GOV
• Apply for your Master Esthetician License through DPOR

A complete list of the Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation can be found at the following website:

https://law.lis.virginia.gov/admincode/title18/agency41/chapter70/

Please contact our office for more information about enrollment!

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Office hours:
Monday – Friday
9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Saturdays
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

During the tour, the curriculum and subjects relating to master esthetics are discussed and an application will be provided.

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Master Esthetics Program:

• Orientation, business and infection control – 45 hours
• Laws and regulations – 10 hours
• Advanced Anatomy and Physiology – 65 hours
• Advanced Skincare and Advanced Modalities – 90 hours
• Advanced Procedures and Chemical Exfoliation – 270 hours
• Lymphatic Drainage – 120 hours

215 Practical Performance Requirements:

• Advanced Treatments – 40 hours
• Microdermabrasion Treatments – 50 hours
• Chemical Exfoliation Treatments – 75 hours
• Lymphatic Drainage Treatments – 50 hours

Required Lotus School Fees:

Lotus Professional College Registration Fee (due with application): $100.00

Lotus Professional College Institute Fee (due 1st day of class):

(Includes: Insurance, products and workbook)

Required Supplies:

• Three (3) white, flat twin sheets
• Approximately 18-20 white hand towels
• 10-gallon clear Plastic Storage Container w/lid
• Mannequin head
• Other items for state board kit
• Index Cards (price varies depending on quantity)

Must be worn to all classes unless instructor informs students otherwise

• Black Medical Scrubs (Master Esthetics) 2-3 (recommended sets)
• Closed-toe shoes

Recommended Supplies:

• 2 Velcro Spa Wraps
• Fingernail File
• Fingernail Clippers
• Liquid Bandage for Small Cuts

Master Esthetics Program Book List:

New or Used books are acceptable.

~Milady Standard Esthetics: Advanced 2^nd Edition

ISBN-13:978-1111139094

ISBN-10:1111139091

~Milady Guide to Lymph Drainage Massage 1^st Edition

ISBN-13:978-1401824723

ISBN-10:1401824722

RecommendedTextbook List

~Mark Lees Skin Care Beyond the Basics 4^th Edition

ISBN-13:978-1435487451

ISBN-10:1435487451

Exam and Licensure

LICENSURE EXAM – DPOR.VIRGINIA.GOV

Practical & Theory Exam $86/each = $172

LICENSURE – DPOR.VIRGINIA.GOV

$95

LICENSURE RENEWAL – DPOR.VIRGINIA.GOV (bi-annual)

$95

To be considered for admission to the Master Esthetics program a prospective student must:

• Be at least 18 years of age, if younger a prospective student must turn 18 on or before the graduation date established for the session in which he/she wishes to enroll; A copy of government issued identification showing date of birth.
• Complete a tour of the facility and interview with a representative of the school; completed tour checklist.
• Complete and file an application form with Lotus Professional College, must wait a minimum of 24 hours after completing tour. Applicants must complete and sign application which includes section on criminal background, this is not used as criteria for admissions other than it must be completed and if the applicant indicates that they have a criminal background the director of education will then advise the applicant that the State of Virginia regulatory boards will make a decision on a case-by-case basis, based on the details of the criminal background.
• Submit a $100.00 registration fee where required.
• Educational requirement(one of the following):
  • Official transcript sent directly from the school or
  • Official transcript showing graduation from an associate’s program or higher from an accredited college sent directly from the school.
  • Requirement for Master Esthetics: Submit proof of completion of a 600-Hour Esthetics course from a licensed Virginia school, or have a current Virginia license to practice Esthetics, or be a current student at Lotus Professional College in the 600-Hour Basic Esthetics program with an expectation of successfully completing the 600-Hour program before the 600-Hour Master Esthetics program is to start and is in good financial standing with Lotus Professional College.
• Submit a brief written statement as to why the applicant wants to pursue a career in their perspective field.
• Have an active email account.
• Current on all accounts with Lotus Professional College.
• Students must demonstrate they possess the necessary skills and knowledge to be successful in the distance education portion(s) of the program.

If any of the above documents are issued in a different name than the prospective student’s current government issued identification, the prospective student must supply a legal name change document.

Please submit your application, registration fee and all of the required documentation to Lotus Professional College. Once we have received and reviewed your application you will be notified through email of your approval status. Upon approval your next step will be to call the school to make your enrollment appointment. During this appointment you will read over our policies and procedures and sign the enrollment agreement. You will need to pay your first month’s tuition at enrollment (amount is based on which payment option you have chosen – refer to the tour packet).

**If the prospective student received their education in another country the prospective student must present the school with a certified translation as well as a certification to the equivalency in the United States of America. The admissions representative will evaluate the submitted information and determine if the student meets the requirements for admission. Once a student has met the admissions requirements and is accepted into a program the student will sign an enrollment agreement and arrange to pay; a deposit, one month’s tuition; the full tuition; or provide proof of funding by a third-party agency which will pay the school directly. A copy of the fully executed enrollment agreement signed by both parties is provided to the student prior to the start of class.

All acceptances are processed based on a first come, first served and space available basis.

Class size is limited and students are taken on a first come first serve basis so we encourage you to apply and enroll as soon as possible to ensure your place in class.

Once Lotus Professional College’s enrollment for classes is at capacity, accepted students will be placed on a waiting list for admissions.