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Aveda Institutes prep their students for jobs in upscale salons and spas. We pride ourselves on providing high quality education to our students. Our Institutes and students have been honored by Modern Salon Magazine, the North American Hairstyling Awards, the Professional Beauty Association and more! 

Aveda Institute will help you learn how to unleash your creativity in less time than many other careers. With the skills you learn at an Aveda Institute, you'll be prepared to reach your full potential. Whether you want to be a salon owner or work in the entertainment industry or anything in between, the Aveda Institute will help you start your career on the right foot. Aveda Institute industry professionals have gone on to achieve their dreams and much more. 

Our cosmetology program at the Aveda Institute incorporates at least 1,500 hours of extensive hands-on learning to provide you a complete understanding of beauty, wellness, and excellent customer service. Upon completion, you will be ready to take the state licensing exam and go on to live out your dreams working behind the chair, own your own salon, teach, or work in many different industries such as film, makeup artist, freelance, hair removal, editorial, TV, beauty blogger/vlogger on social media and MORE! 

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Brilliant Future Scholarship

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