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Spa Tech Institute-Westbrook
Westbrook, Maine · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 100 Larrabee Road, Westbrook, ME 04092 · Phone: (207) 591-4141 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Spa Tech Institute-Westbrook is a private for-profit trade school in Westbrook, Maine, offering esthetician, massage therapy, and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Spa Tech Institute-Westbrook has an 84.7% completion rate versus a 56.7% state average, with median graduate debt of $6,333 and median earnings of $27,803 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Spa Tech Institute-Westbrook is $33,615, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 37.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $34,520 | $55,850 | $76,260 |
| Massage therapists | $32,450 | $73,290 | $96,600 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $30,640 | $44,000 | $61,860 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $36,800 | $48,540 | $75,880 |
| Barbers | $30,470 | $35,300 | $48,810 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Maine (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 123 | $22,416 | $23,059 | $6,333 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 53 | $21,153 | $20,482 | $6,861 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 30 | $22,416 | $23,059 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 24 | $22,416 | $23,059 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | $22,416 | $23,059 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | $22,416 | $23,059 | $6,333 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Spa Tech Institute-Westbrook is a private for-profit trade school located in Westbrook, Maine, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used by eligible students at this campus. The school awards credentials primarily in esthetician training, massage therapy, and cosmetology, along with smaller programs in nail technology and barbering, across six total program offerings.
According to federal data, Spa Tech Institute-Westbrook has a completion rate of 84.7%, which is above the Maine state average of 56.7%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $27,803. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $33,615, and 37.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students enrolled.
This campus may suit students interested in shorter, hands-on training programs in personal care trades such as esthetics, massage therapy, or cosmetology, particularly those seeking a for-profit, career-focused setting in a midsize suburb. Whether a specific program fits an adult career-changer depends on program length and format, which are not detailed in this dataset. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current completion, debt, and earnings figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Spa Tech Institute-Westbrook offers programs in esthetics, massage therapy, cosmetology, nail technology, and barbering, with esthetician training being the largest program at 123 completers, followed by massage therapy and cosmetology.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and holds active accreditation status.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA funding and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 84.7%, which is above the Maine state average of 56.7%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $6,333.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $27,803.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is listed at $33,615.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Spa Tech Institute-Westbrook is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs and funding sources compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (207) 591-4141 or visit spatech.edu for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and schedule details needed to assess this fit are not reported in the available data; prospective students should contact the school directly to discuss options for career changers.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in this dataset; contact the school or Maine's licensing board for esthetics, massage, or cosmetology requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Spa Tech Institute-Westbrook at (207) 591-4141 or through their website at https://www.spatech.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across similar programs.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.