Laʼ James International College
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| Laʼ James International College | |
|---|---|
Iowa, | |
| Information | |
| Other name | LJIC |
| Type | Private vocational school |
| Established | 1966 |
| President | Cynthia A. Becher |
| Campus type | Multiple campuses |
| Accreditation | National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS) |
| Website | ljic |
Laʼ James International College (LJIC) is a family-owned trade school in Iowa, United States, specializing in beauty and wellness education.[1] The institution operates five campuses across the state and offers training in cosmetology, esthetics, massage therapy, and nail technology.[1] It is accredited and has been active in vocational education since its founding in 1966.[1]
La’ James International College was established in 1966 in Fort Dodge, Iowa.[2] The school has expanded over the years, adding additional campuses and maintaining its status as a family-operated institution.[2] It has been engaged in beauty and wellness education for nearly 60 years.[2]
In 2025, La’ James International College partnered with Iowa Central Community College to offer students a pathway to an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Health and Beauty Management.[3] The program combines LJIC’s vocational training with additional online coursework from Iowa Central, allowing students to earn college credit toward a business-focused degree.[2]
As of 2025, La’ James International College operates five campuses across Iowa, with locations in Des Moines, Fort Dodge, Davenport, Cedar Falls, and Cedar Rapids.[2]