Briana Bracelin
Spa Bliss, manager
Masters & Advanced Esthetics 2020
There is no better time to go back to school than now! We are excited to offer a $2,000 discount on the Advanced Esthetics Program tuition in 2025 for AI Masters graduates!!
Combining this discount with lower in-school payments through Tuition Options creates a perfect road towards working in your dream workspace, such as a med spa or a plastic surgeon’s office, or adding specific services like microneedling, deeper chemical peels, or IPL to your existing place of work.
Please contact Colette at admissions@aiofportland.com, our Director of Admissions and Alumni Relations for more details.
Lower and Extended Tuition Payments Now Available
We understand that the cost of tuition and repayment of tuition is a huge deciding factor in whether or not a student is able to attend school. We want to take that worry away for you.
As of now, all students who choose and qualify for tuition options will be able to spread payments over more months than we offered before.
The icing on the cake is that while you are enrolled in school, you will be able to make payments as low as $100!!
Aesthetics Institute Celebrates 40 Years
The Aesthetics Institute is celebrating its 40th birthday in 2025, and you are all invited! We can barely believe that it was 1985 when Cynthia and Marco Mendoza started a very small esthetics school based on the principles of pairing high-quality theory with intense hands-on training. Well, it must have been a good idea because, after 40 years, the school is going as strong as ever.
In late spring, we will be hosting an open house for all past graduates to see all the physical changes we have made in the past few years and to meet and mingle with fellow graduates and some very important guests. Keep an eye out for an invitation in your email, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Industry News
Circadia
Check out this Guide to Circadia University Online Learning for Professionals to learn about free and paid courses.
Did you know Circadia has a Circadia University Campus Store?
OHSU Public Health Concern
To combat rising skin cancer rates in Oregon and beyond OHSU has launched a War on Melanoma™. OHSU is looking to partner with skin-aware professionals to broaden our messaging for skin cancer prevention and early detection. Check out the link to see how to be part of this positive change!
This E-training Link is a skin cancer training program for professionals who work with skin cancer. This benefits you as you can engage in social media by becoming a “Skin Crew Member” #SkinCrew
After you complete the Skinny on Skin training, click on the thumbnail to download a graphic that you can use on social media. You can also print it, make stickers, display it, whatever you want. Be creative and get the word out about the War on Melanoma and your role as a member of the OHSU Skin Crew.
OHSU Skin Crew members can receive a Sklip phone-attachment dermatoscope for FREE for use in your office/practice.
HLO Announcement
The Health Licensing Office (HLO) is now offering automated personal identification number (PIN) lookup for all of our authorization holders who hold an active license, certification or registration with our office. The PIN is an important piece of information needed when renewing an authorization online.
Click here to look up your PIN and renew your authorization
In order to receive your PIN, you must have a valid email address on file with HLO. If you request your PIN, be sure to also check your junk or spam email folders. If you do not receive an email with your PIN, it may be caused by one or more of the following situations:
You do not have a valid email address on file with HLO. Contact our office using the email provided below.
Your email provider has blocked the email from being delivered to you. Contact your email provider.
Your email inbox may be full. Reduce the number of emails in your inbox or contact your email provider.
You may be using an email domain such as @yahoo.com, @hotmail.com, and @aol.com, that may not produce an email with a PIN. Contact our office using the email below and provide an alternative email option.
To submit your email address to HLO, email our office at hlo.info@odhsoha.oregon.gov, and provide your full name and license, certification or registration number.
Continuing Your Education
Exciting Opportunity Alert: Dermaplaning CEU Class Now Available at the Aesthetics Institute of Portland!
Whether you’re a seasoned skincare professional or just beginning your journey in the world of beauty, this class is your opportunity to expand your knowledge, refine your skills, and unlock your full potential in the field of skincare.
This is a great opportunity to share with your colleagues who may not have learned dermaplaning during their esthetics education.
Earn your Oregon Dermaplaning Certification! Earn 8 CEUs with this hybrid course, which will teach you both wet and dry advanced dermaplaning.
Upcoming Events
AI 40th Anniversary Open House Coming Soon!
In late spring, we will be hosting an open house for all past graduates to see all the physical changes we have made in the past few years and to meet and mingle with fellow graduates and some very important guests. Keep an eye out for an invitation in your email, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Job Opportunities
Browse through a wide range of job listings curated specifically for skincare professionals, including positions in spas, salons, dermatology clinics, skin care product companies, and more. From entry-level roles to senior positions, they’ve got you covered.
Whether you’re seeking your dream job, looking to advance your career, or simply exploring new opportunities, Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is connecting talent with opportunity.
Whether you’re an experienced esthetician, a talented skincare specialist, or someone looking to break into the industry, ASCP has you covered with a wide range of job listings tailored to your expertise and aspirations.
Alumni Highlights
Sorina Lurenco
Meet Sorina Lurenco, a 2024 graduate of Aesthetics Institute Masters and Advanced programs.
Directly after graduation Sorina went right to work opening her own Med Spa, Aesthetic Medical Center. With English being Sorina's 4th language she had some major obstacles to overcome, but she did it with grace and class.
Sorina offers many of the treatments she learned here at the school and wonderful others such as a LaseMD laser treatment which is amazing for treating hyperpigmentation.
Check out her business, Aesthetic Medical Center!
Staff Introductions
Meet Destany Smith, AI’s new Director of Operations
For those of you who may not have heard, Mrs. M officially passed the torch of the school’s ownership to Monique in 2023. In the summer of 2024, Monique decided to take on the role of President of the school and hired a new school Director, Destany Smith. With this change, Monique is able to step away from the daily business to focus on the bigger picture and how to make all her AI dreams come true.
With Destany’s years of experience in management and esthetics background, she has the perfect balance to lead the team of administrators and instructors. Please stop in and say hi to Destany and help welcome her to the AI Family.
You can reach Destany at destany@aiofportland.com or by calling the school.