Somatic Bodywork at Aveda Institute-Tallahassee

This Aveda Institute certificate puts students at a significant disadvantage compared to other Florida options. First-year earnings of $13,943 fall in the bottom 10% statewide—that's roughly $10,000 below what graduates earn at nearby Miami Dade College or Palm Beach State College. While the debt load of $9,500 isn't catastrophic, paying back nearly three-quarters of your first year's salary is a tough way to start a bodywork career.

The 56% earnings growth to $21,791 by year four does close some of the gap, eventually reaching near the state median. However, starting so far behind means graduates spend years catching up to where their peers at better programs begin. Given that 66 Florida schools offer this credential, families should seriously question why they'd choose one that ranks near the bottom for outcomes. The top programs in this field deliver double the first-year earnings with comparable or lower debt.

For parents considering this investment, the math is straightforward: other Florida schools consistently produce better-earning graduates in this same field. Unless there are compelling personal reasons to attend this specific location, exploring programs at Miami Dade, Palm Beach State, or even mid-tier options would likely serve your student better financially.