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Testimonials by students and graduates detail why Aveda Institutes are an amazing launchpad for exciting careers in beauty and wellness.
Be a Rising Star: 5 Reasons To Join A New Talent Program
So you’ve graduated from the Aveda Institute and aced your state licensing exam. Now what? Well, obviously you want a job—one that’s a good match with your personality and career goals. If you’re ambitious and envision a career with many… Read more
Read moreWork The Runway: Seven Tips To Achieve Success Behind The Curtain
Dreaming of call sheets and first looks? We are, too. With New York Fashion Week quickly approaching, we have one thing on our minds: how to get backstage. Whether you are a burgeoning stylist or looking for a career change,… Read more
Read moreSix Ways To Maximize Your Aveda Institute Tour
As a prospective student at an Aveda Institute, it is important to get the lay of the land … or school! A visit to your potential beauty school will allow you to meet your educators, ask questions and start preparing… Read more
Read moreTexture, Incorporated
Once upon a time, learning how to style textured hair was just a small portion of a student’s curriculum in beauty school, with very little education surrounding textured hair cuts and color. And in some schools, texture education is still… Read more
Read moreWork the Wheel for Guest Retention
As a new or aspiring stylist, one of your most effective tools in retaining guests is learning Aveda’s service wheel. From the moment your guest walks through the door to checkout, the service wheel provides guidance on the retail and… Read more
Read moreThe Business of Beauty: Why Business Skills Matter
When you enroll in an Aveda Institute, you’re signing up for a foundation in the beauty business. No matter which track you choose (cosmetology, esthiology, barbering or massage), you’ll get technical and wellness training from our unique Aveda curriculum—and you’ll… Read more
Read moreThree Signs Beauty May Be the Right Career Path for You
Over the years, we’ve noticed our students at the Aveda Institutes share some common traits. They’re hands-on, visual learners who have a passion for styling hair (ask their friends and family!), a flair for fashion, and a trusted list of… Read more
Read moreCelebrating Aveda’s Mission During Earth Month
At Aveda, Earth Month is an annual celebration of the brand’s guiding principles and mission. During the entire month of April, everyone in the Aveda network encourages their communities to join sustainability efforts to better the planet. The efforts include… Read more
Read moreThe Brand That Changed Everything: How Aveda Began
Most people who know Aveda know it is a beauty industry pioneer in environmental sustainability, organic and natural ingredients, and socially responsible practices. What they may not know is the extraordinary vision and humble beginnings behind it. Aveda’s origin… Read more
Read moreWhen Hair Stylists Are So Much More
There are so many reasons to become a hair stylist. The desire to express yourself creatively, make people look and feel their best, and fuel your interest in beauty and fashion come to mind. It’s usually not until stylists have… Read more
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