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Hair Design Program: passion+creativity=career

Combo Program: Multiple skills. One path forward.

Cosmetology Program: Hands on. Career ready.

Esthiology Program - your craft, your stage.

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PORTLAND CAMPUS
325 NW 13th Ave
Portland, OR 97209
📞 (503) 294-6000

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VANCOUVER CAMPUS
6615 NE Fourth Plain Blvd
Vancouver, WA 98661
📞 (360) 326-0567

Become a licensed hair stylist in less than 12 months!

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Programs Offered

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Cosmetology

OR: 1835 hours | WA: 1600 hours

Gain hands-on experience in hair design, nail technology, and esthetics, along with theoretical instruction to build a strong foundation and knowledge.

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Hair Design

OR: 1150 hours | WA: 1400 hours

Launch your beauty career with hands-on training in haircutting, color, styling, advanced techniques, and business skills through our comprehensive Hair Design program.

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Esthiology

OR: 484 hours | WA: 750 hours

Discover the art and science of skincare in our Esthiology program, where passion meets professional expertise. Perfect for those seeking a rewarding career in esthetics.

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Combo Program

Hours for completion vary.

Tailor your education to your passion with our Combo Program—designed to build the skills you love most. *Offered exclusively at our Portland campus.

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At Aveda Institute Portland,

you won’t just learn your craft— you’ll grow your skills through real-world experiences with:

Aveda educators dedicated to creating a supportive, professional learning environment for every student.
Hybrid learning model that blends live, interactive online classes and in-person, hands-on training
With flexible schedules, it’s easy to fit Cosmetology, Esthiology, and Hair Design programs into your life

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Title IX Policy

Aveda Institute Portland prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any education program or activity it operates. Individuals can report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. For more details, see our full Title IX Policy.