Build a Career in Beauty and Wellness

Turn your passion for style, creativity, and helping others into a rewarding future through the Cosmetology and Massage Therapy training programs at Fortis Colleges and Institutes. The beauty and wellness industry is growing, creating exciting opportunities for skilled professionals who want to make a difference. 

Whether you dream of working in a salon, spa, or massage therapy clinic, or even owning your own business, Fortis can help you gain both hands-on skills and communication skills to succeed. With focused instruction in cosmetology techniques, skincare, and massage therapy fundamentals, you can prepare for a career that blends artistry, wellness, and the satisfaction of helping others look and feel their best.

Why choose a career in cosmetology and massage therapy?

  • Cosmetologists and Massage Therapists can impact how others look and feel their best—enhancing confidence, relieving stress, and promoting overall wellness in salons, spas, and wellness centers. 
  • Many professionals in the field enjoy the freedom a beauty career offers – they appreciate the opportunity to work flexible hours and create their own work schedule.
  • According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for Massage Therapists is projected to grow 15% from 2024 to 2034, much faster than the average for all occupations. Barbers, Hairdressers, and Cosmetologists are expected to see steady demand as personal care services continue to expand. These are creative, people-focused careers built on hands-on skills that can’t be replaced by technology.
  • Choosing a career in beauty and wellness means stepping into a growing industry where your talents can make a real difference—and Fortis can help you develop the skills, confidence, and creativity to succeed.

Why Fortis?

  • Less time to earn a degree or diploma and start employment

    Less time to earn a degree or diploma and start employment

  • Career-focused classes

    Career-focused classes

  • Hands-on training

    Hands-on training

  • Flexible class schedules

    Flexible class schedules

  • Accredited programs

    Accredited programs

  • Financial aid for those who qualify

    Financial aid for those who qualify

  • Career services

    Career services

  • Connections to local employers

    Connections to local employers

Fortis Cosmetology and Massage Therapy Programs

Fortis Colleges and Institutes offer programs designed to prepare students for rewarding entry-level positions as Cosmetologists and Massage Therapists. Our accredited programs are designed to prepare students for licensure exams upon graduation.

Our cosmetology students acquire skills through practical exercises, group processes, lectures and discussions, and even hands-on technique practice sessions performing services on clients from the general public under supervision in our Student Salon Clinic. Our Massage Therapy program also utilizes  a supervised Student Massage Clinic component where students perform a series of massages supervised by a massage instructor.