La' James International College
MASSAGE THERAPY & ESTHETICS – A.A.S. DEGREE
Online USA
Associate of Applied Science
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: La’ James International College combines Massage Therapy and Esthetics diplomas to give 52 credits toward an Associate of Applied Sciences (AAS) in Health and Beauty Management. You can complete LJIC hours and coursework together; after the two diplomas and required state licensure you take 6 additional classes at Iowa Central Community College (18 credits) to finish AAS. It links hands-on training, licensure and credit for careers in massage, skin care, esthetics, cosmetology and spa services.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can work as licensed massage therapists, estheticians, cosmetologists, in spa or salon roles, or pursue management and business ownership in wellness.
Your LJIC Massage Therapy & Esthetics diplomas earn you 52 credits towards a Health Beauty Management Degree! You can complete both your LJIC hours and Health and Beauty Management credits at the same time! With only 6 additional classes from Iowa Central Community College, you can earn an Associate of Applied Sciences Degree.
The combination of BOTH LJIC Diplomas in Massage Therapy and Esthetics, along with the state license for Massage, Esthetics or Cosmetology give you the bulk of the credits you need towards your AAS degree. This leaves you just 18 credits to complete through Iowa Central Community College to earn your AAS degree in Health and Beauty Management.
