Our 1,600-hour Aveda Cosmetology certificate program includes 1000+ practical hours where students work with guests in our Aveda clinic lab or through actual hands-on experience at a professional salon through our externship program.
We go beyond state requirements to allow our students to become the best in class in the beauty industry.
Division of Hours:
Theory Coursework: 563 hours
Hands-On Practical Training: 1,037 hours
Total: 1,600 hours
Milwaukee Starts
Madison Starts
*To become licensed, the State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services’ requires completion of 1550 clock hours at an accredited cosmetology program. Our additional clock hours requirement is devoted to Guest Education. We are committed to hosting internationally recognized educators and artists who elevate our coursework with demonstrations, hands-on workshops and lectures.
Day & 3-Day Programs
Choose the program that best meets your personal and professional scheduling needs.
Day | Full-Time | 47 Weeks
Mon. 9am-4pm & Tues.-Fri. 8:30am-4pm
3-Day | 54 Weeks
Mon.-Wed. 10am-9pm
*Hybrid program students complete all theory coursework via distance education from 10am-4:30 pm on select days.
*Class times/dates are subject to change. For current class start dates connect with our Admissions Team.
