THE ART OF HAIR
Birmingham Cosmetology
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Take the first step towards pursuing your Cosmetology education in Birmingham.
Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute
Birmingham Cosmetology
At Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Birmingham, our students come from a variety of backgrounds but share one common passion: helping clients look and feel their best. If you want to embark on a creative, exciting adventure where you get to do that every single day, come learn more about our Cosmetology program and how it prepares you for a career in beauty.
our COSMETOLOGY curriculum
what will you learn in the cosmetology curriculum? —
The Cosmetology program at our Birmingham campus is built on the expertise of our educators, all of whom have experience in the industry. Throughout the program, you’re encouraged to develop your knowledge and hone the skills needed for a thriving beauty career. To do this, we combine a tried-and-true combination of classroom teaching, instructor demos, and hands-on practice with mannequins, your fellow students, and real clients with the supportive supervision of licensed instructors.
Hair care is central to cosmetology, so a large part of our program focuses on hair cutting, design, styling, shampooing, and coloring. You’ll also gain vital skills in skin care, facials, and basic manicuring. Throughout all of these beauty disciplines, we focus on what you’ll need to know in a real-world beauty job. We also don’t sleep on one of the most essential parts of your training—preparation to earn your license.
Before graduation, you’ll round things off by developing essential industry knowledge in salon management, retailing, client consultation, and health and safety regulations – so you’ll feel ready and equipped to launch your new career as soon as you graduate.
State Cosmetology Program
Board Preparation
Hair Coloring/Cutting
Styling/Dressing
Texture Techniques
& Education
Total Beauty
Introduction to Make Up, Nail Care,
Skin Care, Wellness
The Business of Beauty
Retail Knowledge , Qnity (Financial Wellness), Professionalism in the Industry
How long does it take?
The 1,500-hour Cosmetology program at Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Birmingham takes 50 weeks to complete. Our Cosmetology students attend 30 hours of weekly training, with a schedule that runs Wednesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Our students learn their new craft in a unique repurposed movie theater within the Riverchase Galleria complex in Hoover. Once you enter the soaring atrium of our environmentally friendly facility, you’ll experience up-to-date fixtures and features, including nine professional spa rooms and six onsite steam showers.
What’s needed to enroll?
To enroll in the Cosmetology program at our Birmingham campus, you must meet the following requirements:
Age: 16 years
Education: High school diploma (or equivalent)
Other Requirements: Submit an application, pay a $100 non-refundable application fee, submit a letter of recommendation, a letter of intent, a government-issued ID with proof of age and photo, and a social security card. You must also schedule an interview with our Admissions team.
We welcome all those who are interested to visit us in person, complete an introductory meeting with one of our Admissions team members, and tour our campus.
Do wHAT yOU lOVE
A DAY IN THE LIFE…
Meet your dream makers
Kimberly C,
Educator ESTHI —
Kimberly is a passionate Educator ESTHI at Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Birmingham, dedicated to helping students become confident, skilled professionals in the beauty and wellness industry. With a commitment to mentorship and hands-on education, Kimberly strives to make a lasting impact on the next generation of beauty professionals.
Tyler C,
Financial Aid —
Tyler is a passionate Financial Aid at Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Birmingham, dedicated to helping students become confident, skilled professionals in the beauty and wellness industry. With a commitment to mentorship and hands-on education, Tyler strives to make a lasting impact on the next generation of beauty professionals.
Andria H,
Admissions —
Andria is a passionate Admissions at Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Birmingham, dedicated to helping students become confident, skilled professionals in the beauty and wellness industry. With a commitment to mentorship and hands-on education, Andria strives to make a lasting impact on the next generation of beauty professionals.
Kristin S,
Student Care —
Kristin has been at the Birmingham campus since 2011 and loves getting to connect with all the students. She loves all parts of the fashion and beauty industry. Her husband is a head football coach, she has a 5 year old named Rawlins, and a rescue cat, Charleigh.
Patricia T,
Educator COS —
Patricia is a passionate Educator COS at Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Birmingham, dedicated to helping students become confident, skilled professionals in the beauty and wellness industry. With a commitment to mentorship and hands-on education, Patricia strives to make a lasting impact on the next generation of beauty professionals.
other programs at Aveda Arts Birmingham —
other locations with a cosmetology program —
Looking for a Cosmetology program somewhere? Check out our other Aveda Arts locations that offer Cosmetology.
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