Programs Offered

Esthetics / Makeup Artistry / Massage Therapy

Recent Reviews

10/17/2025 via Google
10/17/2025
via Google

The admissions team at Cortiva Institute in St. Petersburg, FL, is AMAZING!!! Beginning with Ada Velazquez, she made the entire information gathering and enrollment process as easy as possible!! Our family appreciates the small class sizes at Cortiva and the personal attention to support each student in the programs. I am very excited for my daughter as she begins her educational journey with Cortiva. I am confident this is an environment where she can succeed, preparing her for a positive and productive professional future!! New Update: October 17, 2025 I received a facial and a "bacial" from Julia Heinzen and lash extensions from Emma Miller. Both students provided amazing experiences!! The facial and bacial were very relaxing and a perfect way to relax while feeling pampered. And, this is the first time I ever tried lashes. I wanted them to look VERY natural and that is exactly what Emma gave me. I'm thrilled! Both Julia & Emma were very friendly & provided great customer service. They can count on me to be a regular customer. Thank you, again!!

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10/11/2025 via Google
10/11/2025
via Google

I received my very first facial today by Rose! She is very sweet, gentle and professional. I am very impressed by her technique and perfection with determining the best products to use for my face. I have trouble with choosing the best products for my face usually, however today is the best my skin has ever felt! I will definitely be returning!

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9/25/2025 via Google
9/25/2025
via Google

Bettina Geel is truly a breath of fresh air as Campus Director. She brings light, positivity, and a sense of new energy that uplifts the entire environment. Her leadership style inspires both staff and students, and you can already see the difference she’s making in the culture of the campus. Bettina’s dedication, vision, and genuine care for people set her apart, and I’m excited to see the continued growth and positive changes she’ll bring.

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In the School's Words

A Rewarding Career in Massage Therapy, Makeup Artistry, or Skin Care Starts Here... Classes Start Soon

Do you want a career that offers the satisfaction of helping people and a work environment that is positive and exciting? Consider a career in Massage Therapy, Makeup Artistry, or Skin Care.

Massage Therapists and Skin Care professionals work in a wide variety of environments, including resort spas, cruise ships, medical offices, destination spas, and day spas. Makeup Artists work in spas and salons, and they also work in the motion picture, television, cosmetics, bridal, and fashion industries.

Many Massage Therapists, Skin Care professionals, and Makeup Artists start their own private practices.

Why choose the Cortiva Institute Tampa Campus?

  • Convenient Day and Night classes that fit your life
  • Career Services Assistance
  • Support in finding a career that gives you joy
  • Accomplished instructors and faculty to guide your development
  • Financial aid available for those who qualify
  • Tampa Campus accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)

New Job Opportunities Every Year

Of course, your success ultimately depends on you. Cortiva Institute cannot guarantee employment or salary. But our career services assistance starts when you are a student and does not stop even after you graduate. From your first job to your last in the industry - whether you need help tomorrow or ten years from now - we're here to help you succeed.

For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the programs, and other important information, please visit our website at cortiva.edu/disclosures.html.

* Financial aid is not available for the 3-hour Skin Care Training Program.

Programs

Cortiva Institute - St Petersburg offers the following programs:

Esthetics / Makeup Artistry / Massage Therapy

Massage Therapy

Program Length 600 hours
Average Completion 6 months
Program Tuition $11,399

Esthetics

Program Length 600 hours
Average Completion 6 months
Program Tuition $10,671

Master Esthetics

Program Length 600 hours
Average Completion 6 months
Program Tuition $10,413

Cosmetology, Other

Program Length 300 hours
Average Completion 3 months
Program Tuition $4,471

Makeup Artistry

Program Length 600 hours
Average Completion N/A
Program Tuition N/A

About This School

Accreditation or State Approval

Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)

One or more programs offered at this school is accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Accredited programs qualify graduates for applicable state licensing. In addition, accredited schools typically can offer more financial aid options, including federal financial aid. Learn more about accreditation and approval.

Financial Aid

41% of students received financial aid

On average, students received $3813 in financial aid.

Student Body

Gender Ratio

86% Female, 14% Male

Race / Ethnicity Ratio

47% White, 22% Hispanic / Latino, 20% African American, 4% Asian American, 0% American Indian, 0% Hawaiian / Pacific, 5% Two or More, 2% Unknown

115 students are enrolled in this school

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Page last updated: 01/24/2025

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