The Institute of Beauty & Wellness

The Aveda Network is a team comprised of more than 6,500 salons, spas, institutes and stores. Our salon business model is the most successful in the industry.

With The Institute of Beauty and Wellness, you'll join this thriving, lasting network of salon and spa professionals. We work to help support your professional and personal development. We strive to give you the skills you need to become an industry leader. And, we understand what drives you, because we share the same passion.

Programs Offered:
• Cosmetology
• Esthiology
• Manicuring
• Massage Therapy
• Makeup Artist
• International Beauty Therapist Certification
• Masters Program

Cosmetology
Connect with beauty, fashion, wellness and art in our 1,800-hour hands on program. With extensive training in our urban salon setting, you'll explore the latest styles and techniques in hair cutting, coloring and styling, skin care, nail care and makeup.

Esthiology
In this 600-hour program, you'll study international trends and specialized techniques to purify, balance and renew the skin, as well as contemporary and classic techniques in makeup applications.

Manicuring
Learn the latest in manicuring, pedicuring, use of equipment, product and plant essentials in our 300-hour program. Learn gels and acrylics, and explore your creativity in temporary nail art. You will study nail structure and anatomy, along with safety studies and gain an understanding of nail disorders and sanitation.

Massage Therapy
Learn how to revitalize and create wellness through the power of touch in our 750-hour program. Through a combination of lecture, demonstrations and practical application, you will practice and perfect the skills of massage therapy, body care and wellness techniques. Using both ancient practices and state-of-the-art technology, learn anatomy, pathology, physiology and kinesiology.

Makeup Artist
Whether you are just starting your career journey, or are a well-established makeup artist ready to further your knowledge, this program is for you. In this two-week long program, study fundamentals of makeup, advanced makeup techniques, bridal application, makeup for editorial and runway, airbrush makeup, hairstyling, theatre makeup and how to work a full day professional photo shoot.

International Beauty Therapist Certification
Receive advanced training and professional licenses in massage, esthetics and manicuring as well as a prestigious International Certification in all of the above. Gain a deep understanding of a whole body approach to wellness in our 1,350-hour program.

Masters Program
Further your education and increase your technical skill with The Masters Program. Provide yourself an edge in a competitive field, making you a sought-after cosmetologist.
Financial Aid

The Institute of Beauty & Wellness offers federal financial aid for those who qualify. In addition, we offer payment plans structured to fit financial needs. Please contact the Admissions department for further information.

Accreditation
The Institute of Beauty and Wellness is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Arts and Sciences (NACCAS).

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