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The team at Aveda Institute lead by example, live the mission, and are passionate about what they do

our philosophy

Inspire

Verb

  1. Fill (someone) with the urge or ability to do or feel something esp. to do something creative: β€œhis enthusiasm inspired them”.
  2. Create (a feeling, esp. a positive one) in a person: β€œinspire confidence”.

Greatness

Noun
The quality of being great, distinguished, or eminent.

Each and everyday in the beauty world, we have the ability to make a difference and INSPIRE GREATNESS. The true enjoyment of inspiring greatness is the ability to empower everyone you encounter with inspiration to be great, while inspiring yourself with greatness. We will INSPIRE GREATNESS by building confidence in our Future Professionals, Team, Network, and Ourselves.

We all have the ability to be better than yesterday. Believe in your dreams and they will come alive in yourself and inspire others. Each and everyone of us has the ability to change the world by starting here. I leave you with this question β€œWhat is the purpose of our lives?” β€” SERVE and INSPIRE GREATNESS

Please note: Program hours and offerings vary by state/location.

programs

cosmetology program

Become a skilled, confident beauty professional. Through our 1,500- to 1,600-hour program, you'll learn haircutting, coloring, and styling; manicures and pedicures; makeup application; waxing techniques; and more.

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esthiology and
master esthiology programs

Start with our 600-hour esthiology program to become established, and then advance to our 1,200-hour Master Esthiology program to expand your offerings. Our programs teach facials and body treatments, microdermabrasion, chemical and plant peels, and more.

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barber program

One of the first programs in the country to teach the Aveda Men's Curriculum, our 1,000- to 1,500-hour barber program focuses on grooming and styling practices for men. Students learn straight-razor shaves, fades, clipper cuts, coloring, and other techniques.

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massage therapy program

A massage therapy education puts a career in health and wellness at your fingertips. Taking an ayurvedic approach, our 600-hour program delivers hands-on instruction focused on the power of touch and natural ways to help clients relax.

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hairstyling program

Enroll in this program to receive professional beauty training focused solely on hair. Through 1,200 hours of instruction, students learn leading-edge cutting and styling skills.

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educator program

Are you ready to inspire a whole new generation of beauty professionals? Become an instructor through our 350-hour Aveda educator training program.

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Thank your Esthetician. Happy ...

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Oct 16

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Thank your Esthetician. Happy #NationalEstheticianDay to our Esthi Educators, Graduates and Students!πŸŒΏπŸ–€ β€’ β€’ β€’ #aveda #avedartist #avedaartist #avedaskin #avedaspa #mua #motd #instabeauty #inspireaveda #makeup #facials #esthetician #crueltyfree #avedaeducation #smellslikeaveda #avedainstitute #avedastudent #beautyschool #cosmetologyschool #estheticsschool #massageschool #cosmetology #esthetics #massagetherapy #inspiregreatness #inspireaveda #avedasalon

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They’re back! We have restocked our limited ...

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Oct 14

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They’re back! We have restocked our limited edition pink crewnecks in support of The Breast Cancer Research Foundation aka @bcrfcure. Head over to shopinspiregreatness.com to snag yours while they last! FYI: if you ordered from our last stock, all orders have now been fulfilled. Use our contact us area on the shop site to reach out if you have any questions! πŸŽ€ #betheend

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Join us for fall 2021 Education Jam Β« our IG ...

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Oct 12

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Join us for fall 2021 Education Jam Β« our IG Aveda coaches will be presenting on Thursday, October 14! If you are unable to attend, the zoom will be recorded and will be available to watch later. See you there! πŸ–€ #inspireaveda #avedastudent #cosmetology #beautyschool

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Today is October 1 aka the first day of Breast ...

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Oct 1

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Today is October 1 aka the first day of Breast Cancer Awareness month. #InspireAveda dedicates our fundraising efforts to cruelty free breast cancer research through the Breast Cancer Research Foundation every October. This year, @aveda is donating $10 from every Limited Edition Shampure Hand Relief. Stop by our institutes to take home yours before they sell out and make sure you’re following our institute IGs to stay in the know on all the different ways we will be raising funds for @bcrfcure this year! πŸŽ€ #betheend β€’ β€’ β€’ #aveda #products #avedaproducts #avedaspa #avedaskin #avedaskincare #avedasalon #skincare #bodycare #rewards #shopaveda #plantderived #allnatural #certifiedorganic #green #phoenixsalon #phoenixspa

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#AvedaCongress may have wrapped the live show but ...

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Sep 28

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#AvedaCongress may have wrapped the live show but our campuses are still celebrating! This Thursday if you are a current student at one of our institutes check out your campus IG page for details on your Virtual Congress Events! Jam packed with good eats and fun times. πŸŸπŸŽ‰

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May your Mondays be moisturizing 😍 ...

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Sep 20

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May your Mondays be moisturizing 😍 #nutriplenish β€’ β€’ β€’ #aveda #products #avedaproducts #avedaspa #avedaskin #avedaskincare #avedasalon #skincare #bodycare #rewards #shopaveda #plantderived #allnatural #certifiedorganic #green #phoenixsalon #phoenixspa

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always remembered, never forgotten πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ today ...

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Sep 11

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always remembered, never forgotten πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ today & always our hearts are with those affected by this tragedy. sending love & light to those in need ❀️

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Our institutes are closed in observation of Labor ...

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Sep 6

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Our institutes are closed in observation of Labor Day - wishing you a wonderful day off! πŸ–€

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CERTIFIED @aveda LOVER πŸ–€ #certifiedloverboy ...

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Sep 3

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CERTIFIED @aveda LOVER πŸ–€ #certifiedloverboy #clb β€’ β€’ β€’ #aveda #avedainstitute #avedsinstitutedenver #avedainstitutetucson #avedainstituteprovo #avedainstitutephoenix #avedastudent #avedaartist #beautyschool #cosmetologyschool #estheticsschool #massageschool #cosmetology #esthetics #massagetherapy #inspiregreatness #inspireaveda #avedasalon #tucson #provo #phoenix #denver

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RESTOCK ALERT! Some sizes have been restocked in ...

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Sep 3

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RESTOCK ALERT! Some sizes have been restocked in your favorite goodies on our store! Shop here > www.shopinspiregreatness.com πŸ–€

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The news is out! We’re so thrilled to announce a...

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Sep 1

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The news is out! We’re so thrilled to announce a 5th location to the Inspire Greatness Aveda Institutes with another location in Arizona. #InspireAveda is coming to the West Valley in JUNE 2022 at the beautiful Avondale Edge, only 10 minutes away from our salon and spa @lemondssalonspa. This growth would not be possible without our incredible team and students. Be sure to follow our new handle @avedainstituteavondale for updates. We will be hiring for all positions. Send resume and letter of interest to info@avedainspiregreatness.com. See you in June, West Valley! πŸ–€ β€’ β€’ β€’ #Phoenix #BeautySchool #Cosmetology #CosmetologySchool #EstheticsSchool #MassageSchool #TradeSchool #AvondaleEdge #AvondaleLocalEdge #AviAZ #Avondale #AvondaleAZ #EconDev #EconomicDevelopment

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Do what you love, love what you do.
#repost ...

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Aug 31

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Do what you love, love what you do. #repost from @avedainstitutephoenix student @hairbynoelia: β€œπŸŒΏπŸ¦‹What I have learned is that life isn't about finding yourself, life is about creating yourself! I’m grateful to have found a career that I love and enjoy doing! If you’re scared, JUMP INTO IT! That is how you’ll learn. Be brave and have confidence in yourself. My goal is to make each of my clients leave with a smile on their face and in love with their hair!! book with me at AVEDA before I clock out and let me beautify your hair! βœ¨πŸŒΏπŸ¦‹β€ β€’ β€’ β€’ #aveda #avedainstitute #avedsinstitutedenver #avedainstitutetucson #avedainstituteprovo #avedainstitutephoenix #avedastudent #avedaartist #beautyschool #cosmetologyschool #estheticsschool #massageschool #cosmetology #esthetics #massagetherapy #inspiregreatness #inspireaveda #avedasalon #tucson #provo #phoenix #denver

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Do what you love and love what you do. Our ...

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Aug 25

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Do what you love and love what you do. Our campuses are enrolling in all programs. Check out our campus pages for more information and schedule your tour! πŸ–€ β€’ β€’ β€’ #aveda #avedainstitute #avedsinstitutedenver #avedainstitutetucson #avedainstituteprovo #avedainstitutephoenix #avedastudent #avedaartist #beautyschool #cosmetologyschool #estheticsschool #massageschool #cosmetology #esthetics #massagetherapy #inspiregreatness #inspireaveda #avedasalon #tucson #provo #phoenix #denver

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A little campus love to start your week - happy ...

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Aug 9

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A little campus love to start your week - happy Monday! πŸ–€πŸŒ± β€’ β€’ β€’ #aveda #avedainstitute #avedsinstitutedenver #avedainstitutetucson #avedainstituteprovo #avedainstitutephoenix #avedastudent #avedaartist #beautyschool #cosmetologyschool #estheticsschool #massageschool #cosmetology #esthetics #massagetherapy #inspiregreatness #inspireaveda #avedasalon #tucson #provo #phoenix #denver

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A little layering and bangs action from ...

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Aug 3

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A little layering and bangs action from @avedainstitutephoenix student @fa.ye.ha.ir 🀩 β€’ β€’ β€’ #aveda #avedartist #avedaartist #avedahair #tucson #arizona #phoenix #denver #provo #instabeauty #inspireaveda #avedasalon #avedapunks #behindthechair #modernsalon #americansalon #bangstyle #hairnerd #hairbrained #tutorial #howto #hairtutorial

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Happy National Lipstick Day! What’s your ...

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Jul 29

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Happy National Lipstick Day! What’s your favorite @aveda lip?! πŸ’„ #lipstickday

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We’re so excited for our annual @stbaldricks ...

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Jul 26

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We’re so excited for our annual @stbaldricks Headshaving Events this week on our campuses! Check out our IGs for more info: @avedainstitute.denver @avedainstitutetucson @avedainstituteprovo @avedainstitutephoenix

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Strawberry fields πŸ“ by @avedainstituteprovo ...

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Jul 19

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Strawberry fields πŸ“ by @avedainstituteprovo student @mads_the_cosmo_ πŸ₯° β€’ β€’ β€’ #aveda #avedartist #avedaartist #avedahair #tucson #arizona #phoenix #denver #provo #instabeauty #inspireaveda #avedasalon #avedapunks #behindthechair #modernsalon #americansalon #bangstyle #hairnerd #hairbrained #tutorial #howto #hairtutorial

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Happy National Clean Beauty Day! We hope your ...

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Jul 15

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Happy National Clean Beauty Day! We hope your morning skincare routine was extra relaxing today. πŸ§–β€β™€οΈ #cleanbeautyday

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A handband you don’t have to take off πŸ˜‰ ...

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Jul 12

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A handband you don’t have to take off πŸ˜‰ incredible color by @avedainstitutephoenix student @slayedbysammyp πŸ‘πŸΌπŸ§‘ β€’ β€’ β€’ #aveda #avedartist #avedaartist #avedahair #tucson #arizona #phoenix #denver #provo #instabeauty #inspireaveda #avedasalon #avedapunks #behindthechair #modernsalon #americansalon #bangstyle #hairnerd #hairbrained #tutorial #howto #hairtutorial

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July is here and so is that summer sun - protect ...

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Jul 6

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July is here and so is that summer sun - protect your skin AND hair with @aveda. 🌞 β€’ β€’ β€’ #aveda #avedartist #avedaartist #avedaskin #avedaspa #mua #motd #instabeauty #inspireaveda #makeup #facials #esthetician #crueltyfree #avedaeducation #smellslikeaveda #avedainstitute #avedastudent #beautyschool #cosmetologyschool #estheticsschool #massageschool #cosmetology #esthetics #massagetherapy #inspiregreatness #inspireaveda #avedasalon

locations

Denver

801 Kalamath St
Denver, CO 80204

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admissions: 1 (303)-800-9042
services: 720-370-2578

Provo

210 N University Ave
Provo, UT 84601

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admissions: 1 (801) 305-4893
services: 385-203-7154

Phoenix

8475 S Emerald Dr Ste 101, 104,
Tempe, Arizona 85284

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admissions: 1 (480) 867-3916
services: 480-360-3128

Tucson

145 S 6th Ave
Tucson, AZ 85701

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admissions: 1 (520) 314-3172
services: 520-230-5079