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YOU’RE NOT ORDINARY…WHY SHOULD YOUR SCHOOL EXPERIENCE BE?

You’re here because you want something beyond the typical school experience, and we get that. The Aveda Institute of Beauty and Wellness Milwaukee & Madison are more than a school, and that’s why the student experience here expands beyond the classroom. Students get to stretch their creativity and explore the different dimensions of the beauty, barber and spa industries through interactive workshops with guest artists, competitions, networking events with industry professionals and more. Dive in to a wealth of knowledge about the industry through our engaging blog content. Uncover what your time at the Institute could hold and gain valuable insights into the beauty industry.
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Wendy Schmidt in the Full-Time Massage Therapy Program at The Institute of Beauty and Wellness Student Spotlight

Meet Wendy Schmidt: Occupational Therapist to Full-Time Massage Therapy Student

Meet Wendy Schmidt, a dedicated student in our Full-Time Massage Therapy Program at The Institute of Beauty and Wellness Milwaukee. Wendy's journey into the world of massage therapy was fueled by a desire to expand her skillset and embark on ...
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What is Massage Therapy?

Massage therapy has a long history throughout various cultures. Today it’s used to relieve pain, heal injuries, reduce stress, increase relaxation, and promote wellness. At The Institute of Beauty and Wellness, we offer a thorough massage therapy curriculum. If you’re ...
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Heidi Pabst a Barbering Student at the Aveda Institute Madison Student Spotlight

10 Questions with Heidi Pabst: Passionate Institute Barbering Student

Meet Heidi Pabst, a dedicated student in the Barbering program at the Aveda Institute Madison. Heidi's journey into the world of barbering was driven by a desire to pursue her passion and contribute to a community-focused learning environment. With a ...
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IBW Donates to Hurricane Victims 2017

The Institute of Beauty & Wellness donates to hurricane victims. Continue reading to see how you can too!
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Brooke in the Madison Cosmetology Student at the Aveda Institute. Student Spotlight

11 Questions with Brooke: Dedicated Madison Cosmetology Student

Meet Brooke, a passionate student in the Cosmetology program at the Aveda Institute Madison. Driven by a childhood dream and a desire for excellence, Brooke’s journey exemplifies the power of following one's passion. She found her perfect fit at Aveda ...
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Brunilda in the Cosmetology program at the Institute of Beauty and Wellness Milwaukee Student Spotlight

Meet Brunilda: A Journey from Aspiring Artist to Cosmetology Program

Meet Brunilda, a passionate cosmetology student at the Institute of Beauty and Wellness Milwaukee. Her journey into the world of beauty was fueled by a desire to uplift others through transformative hair and makeup artistry. Choosing IBW for her education ...
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Aveda Backstage at NYFW 2017

The Runway Report – HELLESSY Autumn/Winter 2017 AVEDA ARTIST: TIPPI SHORTER SWING STYLE At the Hellessy AW2017 show at Highline Studios in New York City, whimsical dresses were complemented with long, flowing ponytails. Tippi Shorter, used Aveda Shampure™ Dry Shampoo ...
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Massage Therapy

IBW’s Field Trip to the Cadaver Lab

For years, our massage students have had the opportunity during their program to tour the Cadaver Lab at Concordia University in Mequon, WI. The purpose of the trip is for our massage students to be able to see the muscles ...
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Meet Hilary: 9 Questions about Majoring in Massage

Meet Hilary, a dedicated Massage Therapy student at the Institute of Beauty and Wellness Milwaukee. We're excited to spotlight Hilary, a dedicated student in our Massage Therapy Program. Dive into our interview below to learn more about her journey in ...
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Massage Therapy

IBW’s Massage Therapy Hours

Our Massage Therapy Hours Exceed Wisconsin’s Requirements Each state has different requirements for licensing for massage therapists. Wisconsin currently requires 600 hours, which are very particularly defined with content for licensing. The additional 150 hours allow us to teach above and ...
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IBW Milwaukee & Madison Visit Aveda Corporate Headquarters

Aveda Corporate Headquarters Visit Every year, our students are given the opportunity to take an overnight bus trip to the “mothership” of Aveda: The Aveda Corporate Headquarters in Blaine, Minnesota. What better way to get connected to the amazing brand of ...
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Welcome to Aveda

Welcome to Aveda. Continue reading to learn about your next steps in joining the Aveda team!
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