Instructors at the Aveda Institute Portland

 

Get straight to the point and specialize in your passion, hair! The Hair Design program provides theoretical and hands-on instruction in haircutting, color, chemical texturizing, business development, artistry in hairstyling and educating your guests in product knowledge. (*Available at BOTH campus locations.)

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What You Will Learn

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Cutting

Study and perform Aveda Certified haircuts with a comprehensive understanding of the ergonomics behind great hair design.

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Styling

Feature the styling skills you have learned in a photoshoot. You will be provided with a professional image which can be added to your portfolio. 

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Chemicals

Study color formulation, color theory and a range of chemical services that will combine haircutting to create full-service results for guests.

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Salon-like Experience

Be fully immersed in salon life with hands-on experience, while being instructed and inspired by our licensed educational staff.

 

Portland Catalog  |  Vancouver Catalog

*Available at our Portland Campus

 

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Career Paths

There are so many career opportunities. Below are some of the paths you can explore:

Salon Stylist • Salon Owner • Salon Manager • Master Stylist • Color Specialist • Updo Specialist • Extension Expert • Curly Hair Specialist • Bridal Specialist •  Fashion Show Hair Stylist • Film, Theatre, Television Hair Stylist • Editorial/Advertising Hair Stylist • Brand Educator/Platform Hair Artist • Artistic/Creative

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Hear from our Grads!

"Being in the beauty industry has allowed me to have a life, a home and a family. It has allowed me to be independent, self sufficient as well as a productive member of society in that I can contribute which is a really powerful thing".

- Master Stylist Heather Crimmins at Dosha Salon Spa

Watch her story on YouTube!

Total Cost of Attendance details can be found here: COA Budget

Oregon: 1150 hours

Total Cost: $16,950

(Includes registration fee, tuition fee and fees for books, course materials, supplies and equipment) 
Application fee: $20

Washington: 1400 hours

Total Cost: $17,050

(Includes registration fee, tuition fee and fees for books, course materials, supplies and equipment) 
Application fee: $20

Elevate your future and start today!

Explore an education in hair design, esthetics or cosmetology. Request more information and schedule a tour to find out how you can turn your passion into a career!


 

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