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Cosmetology

If you have a passion for beauty, creativity, and helping others feel confident and beautiful, Cosmetology is the career for you! Learn more about the Cosmetology Program at The Nurtur Aveda Institute.

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Esthetics

The Esthetician Program at The Nurtur Aveda Institute incorporates skin care, facials, body treatments, hair removal, makeup application, business development, wellness, and more. 

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Makeup

All cosmetology students at The Nurtur Aveda Institute will receive Level I MUD Makeup Certification with the option for further MUD Certifications upon graduation.

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Receive one color retouch per month with a complimentary conditioning masque for $45 a month!

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Beauty Blog

How to Build a High-End Beauty Portfolio

In the beauty and cosmetology industry, your resume is only half the story. Your portfolio is the ultimate proof of your talent, technical precision, and creative vision. It’s the visual handshake that introduces you to high-end salon owners, celebrity clients, editorial directors, and major...

The Ultimate Self-Care Saturday: A Full Spa Day for Under $100

We all know that feeling, the end of a long week where your shoulders are tight, your skin feels dull, and your social battery is firmly in the red. We dream of a luxury spa retreat, but the price tags at high-end resorts can often cause more stress than they relieve. What if you could spend an...

Brilliant Future Scholarship

We're excited to announce our annual Brilliant Future Scholarship. This is an opportunity for 2026 graduating high school seniors who start in our July or August 2026 classes to be awarded a scholarship toward their education! GUIDELINES AND RULES To qualify for the...

Behind the Chair: The Top 5 Skills You’ll Learn (That Aren’t Just Cutting Hair)

Stepping into the world of professional hair styling is about so much more than mastering the perfect fade or a seamless balayage. While technical prowess is the foundation of your education at Aveda Institute, what happens behind the chair transforms a student into a successful professional. If...

Why 2026 is the Best Time to Start Your Cosmetology Journey

Whether you’ve been dreaming of mastering the perfect balayage, becoming a skincare expert, or launching your own salon brand, there has never been a more exciting moment to step into the beauty industry. As we look toward 2026, the world of cosmetology is undergoing a massive...

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