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What happens at the Vegas Institute... Stays with You!

 
The Aveda name is synonymous with innovation and excellence. Our graduates have found success and fulfillment in a remarkable range of careers. We offer one of the most complete and acclaimed beauty and body care training programs in the world. The Aveda Institute Las Vegas can help you unlock hidden talents and open doors to a new career.
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COSMETOLOGY 1800 Hours

Cosmetology Program

In this comprehensive program, receive professional training in the latest styles and techniques in hair cutting and styling, skin care, nail care, and makeup. From a foundation of theoretical knowledge, you will practice and perfect your techniques and learn professional business building skills. Upon completion, you will be prepared for your state board exam and career as a hair stylist, nail technician, make-up artist, esthetician or salon owner.

 


Introduction

You’ll start by learning the fundamentals of cutting, styling and chemical restructuring of hair; skin and nail care; makeup; and the related sciences. Lectures, demonstrations and workshops concentrate on developing skill and accuracy and reinforcing classroom knowledge. You’ll be introduced to retailing, client servicing and personal development skills. This unit also covers state safety requirements.

Advanced I, II

Unlock your creativity as you explore the latest trends and techniques in hair cutting, styling, coloring, permanent waving and chemical restructuring. Time in the clinic allows you to become increasingly confident in your professional abilities, and you begin to learn vital employment and career-advancing skills such as successful interviewing and resume writing.

Advanced III

Get ready to launch your career with in-depth training in client service, time management, self-promotion, goal-setting, merchandising and entrepreneurship. Your speed, accuracy and concentration are now ready for the salon. You can demonstrate competency in all tasks required for the skill certification examination, and possess the theoretical knowledge you need to pass the written examination required by the State of Nevada. It's time to realize your dreams as a salon professional.

Cosmetology Curriculum

The Cosmetology curriculum is designed to prepare students for the State of Nevada Licensing examination and for gainful employment. A student will learn the technical, personal and business skills to prepare you for work in a professional salon as a cosmetologist, retail sales specialist, salon manager or owner.

An Aveda Institute education is rigorous and thorough. Throughout the 45 week Cosmetology program, you’ll cover the following topics in varying levels of depth and detail, giving you an exceptional foundation for your professional career.

Plant Aromaology™

  • history of aromaology
  • therapeutic effects
  • custom testing and blending

 

Chemistry

  • scalp and hair analysis
  • bacteriology
  • infection control
  • sanitation/sterilization
  • ingredient analysis

 

Anatomy & Physiology

  • cells, tissue and organs
  • muscular system
  • nervous system
  • circulatory system
  • endocrine system
  • excretory system
  • respiratory system
  • digestive system
  • nutrition

 

Shampooing/Conditioning

  • product analysis
  • procedures/techniques
  • draping for wet and dry chemical services
  • selecting correct shampoo/ conditioner

 

Hair Styling

  • wet styling
  • fingerwaving
  • pin curl techniques
  • roller curls
  • comb out techniques
  • artistry in hair styling
  • thermal styling
  • conventional thermal (marcel) irons
  • electric thermal irons
  • blow-dry styling

 

Hair Cutting

  • implements and techniques
  • sectioning
  • scissors
  • clippers
  • razors
  • client consultation

 

Permanent Restructuring

  • history of permanent waving
  • chemistry of solutions
  • pre-perm analysis
  • rod selection
  • perming techniques
  • custom perm design and wrapping

Chemical Hair Relaxing/Restructuring

  • product analysis
  • client hair analysis
  • application techniques
  • equipment, implements and materials

 

Hair Coloring

  • color theory
  • classifications of hair color
  • product analysis
  • corrective coloring
  • contemporary techniques
  • one dimensional
  • multidimensional
  • foils
  • bleach/tone

 

Skin Care

  • histology
  • disorders
  • facials
  • cleansing
  • moisturizing

 

Makeup

  • color theory
  • contoured and natural makeup application
  • subtle and dramatic application

 

Nail Care

  • manicures/pedicures
  • nail design and artistry
  • nail extensions
  • massage techniques for hands, arms and feet

 

State Rules and Regulations

  • Nevada laws and rules
  • safety and sanitation requirements

 

Personal/Career Development

  • time management
  • goal-setting
  • team building
  • communication
  • cover letter/resume writing
  • interview techniques
  • job requirements
  • employee benefits and wages

 

Provisions of Chapter 644 of NRS & the Regulations

Reception Desk Training

Dispensary

 

NACCAS

Aveda Institute Las Vegas - Top Beauty School

Aveda Institute Las Vegas educates students to become future industry leaders. Explosive growth in the salon and spa industry heralds a new age of opportunity for young people who are creative, expressive, eager and caring. Leading to careers as salon stylists, hair colorists, makeup artists, spa professionals and more—Aveda education is a proven foundation for success.

Points of Difference

- Aveda & Milady Curriculum
- Career Fairs
- Industry professional guest instructors
- Student Council
- Focus on Salon/Spa Industry

Thom Ciarniello, Owner of Casal Aveda Institute in Ohio and Aveda Institute Las Vegas in Nevada, is one of AVEDA's top 12 salon owners who are among the best in the industry. They’re innovative leaders who care for their customers, their teams, their business—and the planet—realizing double-digit average growth while the industry is only at 2-3%.