Larger Than Lice Academy® Certification Program
How to Start a Lice Removal Business in 90 Days — Even With No Experience
Ready to start a profitable service business with low start-up costs and high demand?
The lice removal industry is a billion-dollar market that many people overlook. With the right strategy, systems, and approach, you can build a business that grows steadily and brings in reliable income over time.
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$45K
Average profit earned by top graduates within three months.
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5 Visits
Average number of client visits needed to recoup the full investment.
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90 Days
Average time from enrollment to launching a lice business.
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$500–$1,500
Average per-family session rates that graduates charge.
Eliana E. Ortega | Founder of Larger Than Lice Academy®
12+ years of hands-on expertise in the lice removal business — from treating her first client in New York City to building a trusted service serving NY, NJ, and CT's most affluent families
Multiple six-figure business owner who turned an overlooked industry into a thriving, scalable, recession-resistant business
Creator of the trademarked Larger Than Lice® Technique for Lice and Nit Removal — providing a faster, gentler, and more effective solution than existing market treatments
Alumna of Dan Lok's elite masterminds and Tony Robbins's high-performance events— trained by the same mentors shaping today's top 1% of entrepreneurs
Published author of "Let's Talk Lice"— the go-to educational book demystifying lice for parents, schools, and lice removal professionals alike
Recognized as the #1 Latina lice expert in New York City and a sought-after authority for private schools, summer camps, and high-net-worth families
Mentor to a growing community of graduates launching thriving lice removal businesses across Texas, California, New York, Connecticut, New Jersey, and beyond — with many earning a full return on investment in as few as five clients
The Founder Story:
From underpaid and unfulfilled… to building a six-figure empire in a hidden industry that almost nobody knows exists.
More than 12 years ago, Eliana E. Ortega was working for a lice removal company in New York City when she had the realization that changed everything: the thousands of dollars she was earning for someone else could be hers. So she bet on herself, invested in her own education, and built Larger Than Lice® — now one of the premier in-home lice removal services in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut — from the ground up.
The path wasn't easy. Eliana made every costly mistake, spent months piecing the business together alone, and tested every lice removal method she could find. The result? Her own trademarked method — The Larger Than Lice® Technique of Cutting-Edge Lice and Nit Removal® — has proven faster, gentler, and more effective than any other technique on the market.
Today, Eliana is recognized as NYC's #1 Latina lice expert, a trusted authority for high-net-worth families and private schools, and a sought-after mentor for entrepreneurs nationwide. She has packaged every hard-won lesson, system, and strategy into the Larger Than Lice Academy®— a step-by-step certification program that lets ambitious entrepreneurs launch their own profitable lice removal business without the painful trial-and-error, wasted thousands, or sleepless nights she went through alone.
Her mission is simple: help driven entrepreneurs claim financial freedom in an untapped industry — and skip the decade of mistakes it took her to get there.
You Don't Need Another "Saturated" Business Idea
Most aspiring entrepreneurs fail for the same reason: they pour their time, money, and energy into overcrowded industries where they're forced to fight for scraps against established competitors.
Meanwhile, 6 to 12 million families deal with lice every year — and they are actively searching for a trusted expert they can call right now. Pediatricians don't offer it. Most cities don't have a single premium provider. Google searches for "lice removal near me" go unanswered in market after market. That's not saturation. That's a wide-open opportunity hiding in plain sight.
While everyone else is competing for the same crowded space, you could be the only professional lice removal expert in your city — the one every panicked parent, private school, and summer camp refers to first. That is how real, sustainable, premium-priced businesses are built: not by joining the crowd, but by owning an untapped market before anyone else does.
Where Market Demand Meets Your Business Opportunity
What Families Are Searching For
Immediate, same-day lice removal help — panicked parents need solutions today, not next week.
Discreet, in-home service that protects their privacy and spares their child the embarrassment of a salon visit.
Professional, guaranteed results backed by expertise they can't get from an over-the-counter kit.
A certified lice removal expert who is calm, trusted, and knows exactly what to do.
Your Untapped Business Opportunity
Premium pricing power: $500–$1,500+ per client — with top providers earning even more per family.
Low competition in nearly every U.S. city — most markets have zero premium lice removal providers.
Built-in recurring referrals from satisfied families, private schools, pediatricians, and summer camps.
Recession-resistant, year-round demand — lice don't care about the economy, the season, or the headlines.
A Recession-Resistant, High-Demand Service Business
This isn't just income. This is freedom, flexibility, and control over your life.
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6–12M
6 to 12 million lice cases per year in the U.S. alone — families actively searching for professional help (CDC)
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Low
Low competition nationwide — become the #1 trusted lice removal expert in your area
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$500–$1.5K+
$500 to $1,500 average in revenue per family — command premium pricing from day one
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High
High referral — one happy family turns into an entire network
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Why The Larger Than Lice Academy Works
Six Reasons Our Graduates Launch With Confidence
This isn't another generic business course. Every module was built specifically for the lice-removal industry — by someone who's lived it, not a coach repackaging advice from another field.
1. A Proprietary, Trademarked Technique
Master Eliana's trademarked Larger Than Lice Technique of Cutting-Edge Lice and Nit Removal® — refined over 12+ years to work faster, gentler, and more effectively than anything else on the market.
2. A Clear 90-Day Launch Timeline
Commit 12 hours a week, and you'll be seeing paying clients within 90 days. No ambiguity. No guesswork. No figuring it out alone.
3. A Premium Client Acquisition Playbook
Learn how to attract high-income families, private school networks, and pediatrician referrals — building word-of-mouth systems that keep your calendar full at premium rates.
4. Done-For-You Legal & Business Templates
Attorney-reviewed contracts, client agreements, outreach scripts, and the complete Lice Expert Manual — everything you need to launch as a polished, professional business from day one.
5. Official Certification Upon Graduation
Walk away a Certified Head Lice Expert® — a physical and digital diploma that instantly positions you as the go-to lice removal professional in your market.
6. Full ROI After A Few Client Visits
Graduates consistently report recovering their investment within their first month. At $500–$1,500 per session, the math works fast — most new lice professionals recoup their Academy investment after serving approximately 5 clients.
Real Business Owners Results trained at Larger Than Lice Academy.
Their Words. Their Businesses. Their Proof.
These aren't paid endorsements or polished marketing stories. These are real Larger Than Lice Academy graduates — real people who committed to the program, put in the work, and built profitable lice removal businesses they are genuinely proud to call their own.
From launching a six-figure company in under 90 days to earning a full return on investment after just a handful of clients, every result below is documented, verifiable, and earned — the kind of outcome that only comes from a proven system combined with real action.
“Although I had no prior experience working with hair, my husband and I earned US$37,000 in one month treating lice. The sky is the limit.”
Cinthya Chavez, member of Larger Than Lice Academy and a Certified Lice Expert in Woodbridge, NJ, since 2023.
“I got my ROI in the first 3 months. Eliana exceeded my expectations with the value she provided as my mentor.”
Adriana Marmol, VIP member of Larger Than Lice Academy and a Certified Lice Expert in Queens, NY, since 2024.
“Eliana shares all her knowledge and experience in a complete online course. Within the first 5 months after graduation. I was able to get my investment back.”
Zoraida Morillo, member of Larger Than Lice Academy and a Certified Lice Expert in Katy, TX, since 2022.
“I went from housekeeper to owning a business that changed my life. Eliana was extremely patient and taught me everything step by step.”
María Alvarado, member of Larger Than Lice Academy and a Certified Lice Expert in Redwood City, CA, since 2022.
“I was able to get my full return on investment by treating just FIVE families.”
Blanca Rincon, member of Larger Than Lice Academy and a Certified Lice Expert in Brooklyn, NY, since 2022.
Introducing: Larger Than Lice Academy®
The #1 Program to Start, Grow & Scale Your Lice Removal Business
Everything you need to launch, get clients fast, deliver premium services, and become the top lice removal expert in your area.
Your Step-by-Step Blueprint to Success
Phase 1: Set Yourself Up for Success
Business planning, market research, legal and financial foundations, branding, operations, and technology. You'll finish with a complete action plan for launching your business.
Phase 2: Client Acquisition — The Right Way, Consistently
Attract high-paying clients, earn referrals, set premium pricing, and build a pipeline that doesn't depend on luck or ads.
Phase 3: Everything About Lice — Facts, Technique & Treatment
A complete deep-dive: lice identification, myths vs. facts, the proprietary Larger Than Lice® Cutting-Edge Removal Technique, professional products and tools, and client aftercare protocols.
Phase 4: Interpersonal Skills & the Mindset of a #1 Expert
The psychology of premium client service, overcoming business challenges, marketing strategy — and the exact playbook behind how Eliana Ortega became NYC's #1 Lice Specialist.
Phase 5: Final Exam & Official Certification
Review, test, and graduate. Pass the exam and receive your official Certified Lice Specialist diploma — your credential to own your market.
The Academy Is Valued at Over $31,500
Every Tier Includes the Full Training Curriculum
Here's the cumulative value of everything you receive when you enroll:
Lice Removal Training & LTL® Technique Certification
All 5 phases of video training, tutorials, and practical skills.
1:1 Mentorship & Zoom Coaching with Eliana
Live coaching calls, video recordings, behind-the-scenes footage, plus social media and marketing guidance.
Attorney-Drafted Legal Document Suite
NDA, confidentiality agreements, consultant agreements, employee handbook, and more — ready to use from day one.
Done-For-You Outreach Scripts
Proven scripts for schools, homes, collaborators, and standing out from competitors.
BONUS: Let's Talk Lice by Eliana Ortega
Your business bible — strategies, techniques, and real success stories.
Are You Ready?
Here's Everything You Get When You Say "YES!" to the Larger Than Lice Academy®
This isn't just a course. It's the complete blueprint for launching a profitable lice removal business — built from 12+ years in the field and 35,797+ families served.
Larger Than Lice Academy® Certification Includes:
✓ The Certified Head Lice Expert® Credential — Graduate with a professional certification that instantly positions you as the trusted lice removal authority in your market. Clients don't hire amateurs when it comes to their children — they hire certified experts.
✓ Lifetime Access to All 5 Full-Disclosure Training Phases — Step-by-step videos and tutorials revealing exactly how to launch, grow, and dominate as the #1 go-to lice removal expert in your area. No gatekeeping. No fluff. Everything I've learned, handed to you.
✓ Fast-Track Bonuses — Exclusive tools and accelerators designed to shorten your learning curve and get you to your first paying clients faster.
✓ Insider Product Benefits — Special pricing on the professional-grade lice treatment and prevention products that actually work — so your clients get real results and you build a reputation that sells itself.
✓ The All-In-One Lice Expert Manual — Your complete business-in-a-binder: quick-reference guides, note-taking pages, highlighted essentials, and done-for-you templates including client agreements, terms & conditions, lice clearance letters, and more — everything a new lice removal business owner needs from day one.
The bottom line? The Larger Than Lice Academy® gives you every tool, template, and hard-won industry secret I spent over a decade figuring out — so you don't have to.
You'll walk away with more than knowledge. You'll walk away with a detailed, ready-to-execute business plan and the confidence of a Certified Head Lice Expert® — prepared to exceed every client's expectations from your very first appointment.
The only question left is: Are you ready to say YES?
Enrollment options
Three tiers. One decision. Your future.
All three tiers include the complete 5-phase curriculum and lifetime access to course materials. Choose the level of leverage that matches where you want to go.
Enrollment is limited each season. Tier 2 (Exclusive Access) accepts only 10 new members per season. Tier 3 (VIP) accepts only 3. Secure your spot before it closes.
Tier 1 — Best Value
$6,500
The complete self-paced certification program with lifetime access and ongoing support.
Lifetime access to all 5 phases of the Academy
30% off all LTL treatment products
Digital certificate upon graduation
3 months of Q&A platform support
Free copy of "Let's Talk Lice" book
Tier 2 — Exclusive Access
$8,500
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Personalized coaching, direct access to Eliana, and everything you need to accelerate your results.
Lifetime access to all 5 phases of the Academy
50% off all LTL treatment products
Physical + digital certificate
6 months of Q&A + email support from day one
3 one-on-one 75-minute Zoom calls with Eliana
Free "Let's Talk Lice" book + LTL Starter Kit
Limited to 10 members per season
Tier 3 — VIP Reserved Access
$10,500
The ultimate immersive experience — in-person training, lifetime support, and exclusive access to Eliana's clients.
Lifetime access to all 5 phases of the Academy
60% off all LTL treatment products
Physical + digital certificate
Lifetime Q&A + email + Telegram support (M–F)
6 one-on-one 75-minute Zoom calls with Eliana
VIP Training Day in New York City with Eliana
VIP Graduation Dinner in New York City
Complimentary LTL Expert Kit (shampoo, conditioner, spray, combs)
Physical LTL Academy binder with all essential PDFs
Client referrals for NYC metro graduates (hand-picked by Eliana)
Limited to 5 members per season — by application only
Funding options available through educational lending partners. No payment plans. All sales are final due to the digital nature of the program. Contact academy@largerthanlice.com with questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Your journey starts immediately. As soon as you enroll in the Larger Than Lice Academy®, you'll receive a welcome email to create your login and password — giving you instant access to your lice removal business training so you can begin building your business from day one.
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Standard enrollment in the Larger Than Lice Academy® includes full customer service support, but does not include one-on-one access to founder Eliana Ortega. Students who want to work directly with Eliana can apply for the VIP Reserved Access Tier — an exclusive, application-only upgrade with limited availability. APPLY HERE, and Eliana's team will contact you if your application is approved for a formal interview.
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You'll have lifetime access to the Larger Than Lice Academy® — including all training modules and materials — as long as your account remains in good standing. Learn at your own pace and revisit the curriculum anytime as your lice removal business grows.
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No experience necessary. The Larger Than Lice Academy® was designed to take you from beginner to Certified Head Lice Expert® — no prior lice removal or business background required. All you need is the commitment to put in the work and follow the proven system inside the Academy.
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The Larger Than Lice Academy® is a 100% online lice removal business training program built around 5 comprehensive phases. Once you complete registration, you'll gain access to the full Academy curriculum plus our private digital community of aspiring lice removal professionals. After completing all 5 phases, you'll sit for the final exam — and once you pass, you'll earn your Certified Head Lice Expert® Diploma and be ready to launch your business.
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The Larger Than Lice Academy® curriculum is designed for launching a lice removal business in the United States — but lice exist everywhere, and your Certified Head Lice Expert® Diploma is valid worldwide. If you plan to operate internationally, please note that some countries require additional government licensing for lice removal services. Researching your national and local requirements is your responsibility, as international regulations are not covered in the Academy.
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Enrolling in the Larger Than Lice Academy® is a commitment to yourself and to completing your journey — which is why we clearly outline exactly who this program is for before you enroll. Due to the digital nature of the course, all sales are final, and no refunds are offered.
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The Larger Than Lice Academy® is fully available in both English and Spanish, so you can complete your lice removal certification in the language you're most comfortable with.
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Immediately. As soon as you complete registration, you'll receive a confirmation email with login instructions and instant access to all course materials — no waiting for a cohort start date.
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Most students who dedicate about 12 hours per week complete the Academy in 12 weeks — meaning in just 3 months, your lice removal business can be ready to serve its first clients.
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You'll never be on your own. Every student has access to our dedicated Support Team, which responds within 72 hours. Tier 3 – VIP Reserved Access members receive priority support, with responses within 24 hours.
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We don't offer payment plans directly. However, we partner with a funding company that may provide educational loans to qualified applicants. Contact us for details.
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In-person meetings with founder Eliana Ortega are an exclusive benefit reserved for Tier 3 – VIP Reserved Access mentees. This tier is application-only with limited seats. Email us at academy@largerthanlice.com to be considered.
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Prospective students may request a one-on-one interview to assess their readiness for launching a lice removal business.
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At the end of Phase 5, you'll be eligible to take the final exam — a practical and theoretical test covering everything in the Academy. Pass it, and it's graduation time: you'll receive your Certified Head Lice Expert® Diploma and celebrate becoming an official Academy graduate.
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If you still have questions about The Larger Than Lice Academy that were not already answered on this page, then you may contact the Support Team at academy@largerthanlice.com
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Enrollment is not guaranteed to stay open. To protect the quality of student support, Eliana Ortega reserves the right to close enrollment at any time. Here's how availability works by tier:
Tier 1 – Best Value Access is open year-round, though the investment may increase in the future. Tier 2 – Exclusive Access is limited to 10 new members per season (winter, spring, and fall only — no summer enrollment). Tier 3 – VIP Reserved Access is limited to just 5 new members per season (winter, spring, and fall only). If you're serious about launching your lice removal business, now is the best time to enroll.
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Yes — successful graduates have the option to continue with ongoing support at an additional investment. This opportunity is presented upon completion of the Academy, and details are available on request.
Are You Ready To Become The #1 Lice Removal Expert In Your City?
Stop waiting for permission to build the business you deserve. The Larger Than Lice Academy® has been rebuilt from the ground up — packing over a decade of combined professional lice removal experience, real-world case expertise, and proven business strategies into the most complete head lice certification and video training program available anywhere.
The moment you enroll, you get the full blueprint: step-by-step training, expert mentorship, and every tool you need to launch your lice removal business — and start booking paying clients faster than you ever thought possible.
Your city needs a lice expert. Why shouldn't it be you?
From Our Clients
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![Adriana Marmol]()
"I got my ROI in the first 3 months. Eliana exceeded my expectations with the value she provided as my mentor"
Adriana Marmol, VIP member of Larger Than Lice Academy and a Certified Lice Expert in Queens, NY, since 2024.
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![Cinthya Chavez]()
“Although I had no prior experience working with hair, my husband and I earned US$37,000 in one month treating lice. The sky is the limit.”
Cinthya Chavez, member of Larger Than Lice Academy and a Certified Lice Expert in Woodbridge, NJ, since 2023.
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![María Alvarado]()
"I quit my 9-5 and got my investment in 6 weeks after launching my own lice removal company"
María Alvarado, member of Larger Than Lice Academy and a Certified Lice Expert in Redwood City, CA, since 2022.
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![Blanca Rincon]()
“I was able to get my full return on investment by treating just FIVE families.”
Blanca Rincon, member of Larger Than Lice Academy and a Certified Lice Expert in Brooklyn, NY, since 2022.
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![Zoraida Morillo]()
“Eliana shares all her knowledge and experience in a complete online course. Within the first 5 months after graduation. I was able to get my investment back.”
Zoraida Morillo, member of Larger Than Lice Academy and a Certified Lice Expert in Katy, TX, since 2022.
