92%

Pass Rate (2025)

100%

Pass Rate (2026)

25+ Years

Serving Beauty Industry

$11k-$29k+

Increase in Earning Potential
with Advanced Certification Pathways

The SMI Difference

The Only Aesthetics School That Teaches You How to Build a Career

Most schools teach you how to perform services. We teach you how to turn those skills into income.

Every program includes:
  • State board exam prep
  • Mock interviews + hiring preparation
  • LinkedIn & resume coaching
  • Portfolio development
  • Client-building strategies
  • Running Your Business 101
  • AI tools integrated into your workflow
You don’t just graduate licensed. You graduate with a plan.
Talk to Admissions About Your Career Goals

Choose Your Path
in Aesthetics

Train in aesthetics, makeup, and advanced services while learning how to get hired, grow a clientele, or run your own business.

100% of 2026 graduates licensed + employed

Aesthetics Program

600 Hours

4–5 Month (Full-Time)
8–9 Months (Part-Time)

Licensure-focused training in skincare, treatments, and advanced techniques. Plus, built-in business and career development.

Tuition

$12,995

Makeup Artistry Program

48 Hours

2–4 Weeks

From foundational techniques to editorial and bridal, learn artistry alongside branding, portfolio development, and client-building skills.

Tuition

$3,300

Instructor Training Program

350 Hours

9 Weeks (Day Schedule)
9 Weeks (Night Schedule)

Preparation for licensed professionals transitioning into education.

Tuition

$8,000

Medical Aesthetics Programs

64 Online Hours

48 Hands-On Hours
4 Weeks

Advanced modalities, including laser, microneedling, and medical-grade treatments for licensed professionals.

Tuition

$1,400-$9,000

What Our Students Say

“My confidence in my technical abilities and my people skills has grown so much. I am endlessly grateful to the owner, my teachers, and the entire staff for working with me so closely to help me reach my goals.”

— Alyssa T. | Aesthetics Program

“If you’re thinking about becoming an instructor, this is the school to go to. Thank you, SMI, for helping me develop my aesthetic skills and help me to become a successful educator.”

— Hailey B. | Aesthetics Instructor Program

“I just graduated and would absolutely recommend SMI to anyone looking for a school in the Peoria area. I loved that the school was smaller, so it was much easier to grow relationships and practice as much as possible before graduating.”

— Tatum R. | Aesthetics Program

Tuition & Financing

Know the Investment Before You Apply

We believe transparency leads to better decisions and more successful students. Most students use financing to break tuition into manageable monthly payments.

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Join Our Next
Aesthetics Cohort

Choose a start date that fits your schedule. Limited seats per cohort.

Part-Time Evening Cohort

JUNE 23

Tues–Fri • 5:00 p.m.–9:30 p.m.

Only seats remaining this cohort

Only 5 seats remaining this cohort

Full-Time Day Cohort

JUNE 30

Tues–Sat • 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Only seats remaining this cohort

Only 3 seats remaining this cohort

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Why Join Now

Small class sizes mean personalized mentorshipJob placement support starts day onePathway to earnings potential $35K–65K

  • Small class sizes mean personalized mentorship

  • Job placement support starts day one

  • Pathway to earnings potential $35K–65K

Full-Time (Day)

August 18 • September 29 • November 10

Part-Time (Evening)

June 23 • September 15 • December 1

VISIT THE CAMPUS

Schedule a

Career-Focused Tour

Book your tour

Tour the campus, meet instructors, explore the student spa, and experience the level of training and professionalism you’ll be expected to deliver as a future licensed aesthetician. Receive a complimentary facial while learning what your future in aesthetics could look like.

Start Your Journey

Tell us where you’re at, and we’ll guide you from there.

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