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I have had vehicle accident and currently have issues with back, neck and shoulder. Robert Garcia is attentive, courteous, a great listener/communicator and has excellent customer service. He is highly skilled and has the ability to work out tough tension spots with just the right amount of pressure. The use of stretching combined with deep tissue massage left me feeling relaxed and refreshed. I didn’t even know it was possible but I left de-stressed and with more flexibility. Robert’s knowledge and experience in his field resulted in an exceptional massage. He even showed me beneficial stretches and exercises that I can do from home to further relax. He is a phenomenal therapist. Best quality-life decision I ever made to go to Cortiva Institute and have selected Robert for a massage. Thank you John M.
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I just graduated and it was a great experience. They help you with all your questions and prep to succeed as a professional. My teacher was the best . She...
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My experience at Cortiva Institute is honestly very mixed, and the only reason this school receives a 5-star rating from me is because of one teacher — her alone. After going through four different instructors, I can confidently say that none of them truly taught me in a way that felt effective, engaging, or motivating. With those previous teachers, I often felt like I was just showing up rather than actually learning. The material felt rushed, unclear, and disconnected, and I left many days feeling like I had gained little to nothing from being there. That completely changed when I had her (ms. Shameika) She was the first teacher who made me feel like my education actually mattered. She didn’t just teach the curriculum — she brought it to life. She explained things thoroughly, answered questions with patience, and made sure students genuinely understood instead of just memorizing steps. Her teaching style was clear, structured, and intentional, which made a world of difference after feeling lost for so long. More than that, she made me want to come to school every day. After months of feeling discouraged, unmotivated, and disappointed by my experience, she restored my confidence and excitement for learning. She created a classroom environment that felt supportive, encouraging, and safe to ask questions in. You could tell she truly cared about her students and their success — not just passing them through the program. She stood out in every way. Her professionalism, knowledge, passion, and dedication were unmatched compared to the other instructors I encountered. The gap in quality was so noticeable that it made me realize how much potential the program could have if more teachers were like her. She is the reason I feel I learned anything of real value during my time there. Because of her, I can honestly say my personal learning experience deserves 5 stars. However, that rating does not reflect the school as a whole. As an institution, Cortiva Institute itself would receive 1 star from me. The inconsistency in instruction, lack of quality teaching across multiple instructors, and overall experience left me disappointed. Without her, I would not return to this school, nor would I recommend it to anyone else. The school’s success, in my opinion, relies far too heavily on one exceptional educator rather than a consistently strong program. In summary: ⭐ My teacher — outstanding, inspiring, and the sole reason I found value in my education. ⭐ The school itself — deeply underwhelming and not somewhere I would choose again. She is the reason I finished strong. She is the reason I learned. And she is the reason this experience wasn’t a complete loss.
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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?
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:
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Accreditation or State Approval
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 $3,813 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
138 students are enrolled in this school
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