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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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.