Why I Created IMAGE Beauty School in Fort Myers
Hi, I’m Emily Tichy
I’m a Licensed Esthetician, Electrologist, and Laser Technician, and the founder of Skin Spot Laser Club, the #1 med spa in Southwest Florida with over 1,000 five-star Google reviews.
I also created Florida Babe Skincare, a clean and effective product line safe for all skin types, including acne-prone and sensitive skin.
But before any of that, I was a student — just like you.
And I knew from day one: beauty schools needed to do better.
The Problem I Saw Over and Over Again
As both a student and an employer, I kept hearing the same story:
“I didn’t get the training I needed.”
“I’m not confident with clients.”
“They didn’t teach us the laws.”
“It felt like a scam.”
From facial specialists to laser techs and medical assistants, nearly every new hire at my med spa said the same thing:
“I wasn’t prepared for the real world.”
It wasn’t one bad school — it was the entire system.
That’s when I decided: if the schools weren’t going to change, I would.
Why I Created IMAGE
I built the Institute for Medical Aesthetics and Laser (IMAGE) in North Fort Myers, Florida to be the school I wish had existed when I started.
Here’s what makes us different:
- 💡 Hands-on training starts from Day 1
- 💼 Professional kits with high-end tools and products
- 📚 Real education on Florida laws and licensing
- 🌟 Professionalism coaching so students walk in confident and career-ready
- ✅ Honest, transparent admissions — no bait and switch
IMAGE was designed for students who are serious about becoming working professionals in esthetics, nails, and medical aesthetics.
Our Reputation Speaks for Itself
Our sister company, Skin Spot Laser Club, is the #1 med spa in Southwest Florida with over 1,000 glowing Google reviews.
That reputation gives IMAGE graduates an instant advantage in the job market — and employers are already noticing.
We now have:
- 🔥 Employers actively seeking our graduates
- 🚀 Employers sending their staff to us for training
- 💬 Students from other schools seeking training
Graduating from IMAGE gives you a head start.
Not a Cosmetology School — A Specialty School
Here’s something most students don’t know:
If you want to become a facial specialist, electrologist, or nail tech — go to a specialty school, not a cosmetology school.
Cosmetology schools are often designed for students using financial aid, and their focus is typically on hair.
Esthetics and nails are treated like side subjects — not given the time, tools, or technique you need to succeed.
At IMAGE, we specialize in what you want to do — and we give it the attention and resources it deserves.
Career-Focused Programs in Fort Myers
We offer focused licensing and certificate programs to help you launch quickly:
- 💆 Facial Specialist Program
- 💅 Nail Specialist Training
- ⚡ Electrolysis & Laser Hair Removal
- 🧖 Advanced Skincare & Aesthetics Courses
Each program is designed to be fast, flexible, and focused on what matters most: getting you licensed, skilled, and confident.
Lifelong Support — Not Just a Certificate
We’re committed to your success even after graduation.
At IMAGE, students receive:
- ✅ Licensing support
- 💬 Career coaching and job leads
- 📅 Advanced courses and continuing education
- 👩🏫 Mentorship and access to future training for life
Your education doesn’t stop at the certificate — we’re here for the entire journey.
The Future of Beauty, Wellness, and Medical Aesthetics Education
At IMAGE Beauty School, we’re not just offering classes —
We’re redefining beauty education in Southwest Florida.
If you’re ready to learn the right way, from professionals who care about your future and train you to succeed, then IMAGE is the school for you.
Ready to Begin?
Come tour our campus and see what makes IMAGE different.
Meet the team. Tour the spa training rooms. Ask your questions. We’d love to meet you.