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AVEDA ESTHIOLOGY CERTIFICATE​

The foundation of Esthiology is rooted in the cared and well-being of your skin. This practice dates back centuries to ancient Egyptians adopting healthy skin and body practices. We take these age-old practices and build them into a modern education that empowers both body and mind.

 
Our students study specialized techniques to purify, balance and renew the skin and engage in over 300 hours of hands-on services with guests, including facials, waxing, body treatments and makeup application.
 
In addition to caring for the skin, our curriculum includes education on the anatomy and physiology of the skin, chemical treatments, makeup, color analysis and more.
Division of Hours: 

Theory Coursework: 297 hours  

Hands-On Practical Training: 303 hours  

Total: 600 hours

Milwaukee Starts

Madison Starts

*To become licensed, the State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services’ requires completion of 450 clock hours at an accredited esthiology 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 & Evening Programs

Choose the program that best meets your personal and professional scheduling needs.

Day  |  Part-Time  |  18 Weeks

Mon. 9am-4pm & Tues.-Fri. 8:30am-4pm

Evening  |  Part-Time  |  30 Weeks

Mon.-Thurs. 4:30pm-9:30pm

*Class times/dates are subject to change. For current class start dates connect with our Admissions Team.

Esthiology Instructors

Esthiology Instructors

Melissa Basinski

Esthiology Instructor

est. 2020
Madison
Esthiology Instructors

Justina Wiegel

Esthiology Instructor

est. 2019
Madison
Esthiology Instructors

Gwen Janda

Esthiology Instructor & CIDESCO Diplomat

est. 2019
Milwaukee
Esthiology Instructors

Cori Raymond

Assistant Team Lead Spa/ Esthiology Instructor

est. 2022
Milwaukee

Melissa Basinski

Esthiology Instructor

Madison

Justina Wiegel

Esthiology Instructor

Madison

Gwen Janda

Esthiology Instructor & CIDESCO Diplomat

Milwaukee

Cori Raymond

Assistant Team Lead Spa/ Esthiology Instructor

Milwaukee

Course Description + -

 
Our students study specialized techniques to purify, balance and renew the skin and engage in over 300 hours of hands-on services with guests, including facials, waxing, body treatments and makeup application.
 
In addition to caring for the skin, our curriculum includes education on the anatomy and physiology of the skin, chemical treatments, makeup, color analysis and more.
Division of Hours: 

Theory Coursework: 297 hours  

Hands-On Practical Training: 303 hours  

Total: 600 hours

Milwaukee Starts

Madison Starts

*To become licensed, the State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services’ requires completion of 300 clock hours at an accredited esthiology 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. 

 

 

Schedule + -

Day & Evening Programs

Choose the program that best meets your personal and professional scheduling needs.

Day  |  Part-Time  |  18 Weeks

Mon. 9am-4pm & Tues.-Fri. 8:30am-4pm

Evening  |  Part-Time  |  30 Weeks

Mon.-Thurs. 4:30pm-9:30pm

*Class times/dates are subject to change. For current class start dates connect with our Admissions Team.

Faculty + -

Esthiology Instructors

Esthiology Instructors

Melissa Basinski

Esthiology Instructor

est. 2020
Madison
Esthiology Instructors

Justina Wiegel

Esthiology Instructor

est. 2019
Madison
Esthiology Instructors

Gwen Janda

Esthiology Instructor & CIDESCO Diplomat

est. 2019
Milwaukee
Esthiology Instructors

Cori Raymond

Assistant Team Lead Spa/ Esthiology Instructor

est. 2022
Milwaukee

Melissa Basinski

Esthiology Instructor

Madison

Justina Wiegel

Esthiology Instructor

Madison

Gwen Janda

Esthiology Instructor & CIDESCO Diplomat

Milwaukee

Cori Raymond

Assistant Team Lead Spa/ Esthiology Instructor

Milwaukee

Let's Talk

We can’t wait to meet you! If you want to see if The Institute of Beauty and Wellness is the right school for you, fill out the form or call us at 414.227.2889 (Milwaukee) or 608.250.3100 (Madison).

Once in touch, we’ll schedule an in-person with you, answer any questions you might have, and discuss which programs best meet your career goals.

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Prepare for Success

 

At The Institute of Beauty and Wellness, we work to support you from the beginning of your education and throughout your career. With a refined focus on technology and business, we train students to be prepared for the esthetics industry and the demands of today. 

 

Our student-centered curriculum, small class sizes help students gain confidence as they progress through each course module and hone their practice in our Aveda clinic lab.

 

In addition to building a strong skill set, students are offered opportunities to discover high-end beauty careers at any one of our Aveda Networking events or quarterly career fairs. We help students land jobs before graduating.

Course Catalog
Topics covered in this program include
  • Bookkeeping & Business Management
  • Sterilization & Sanitation
  • Anatomy & Physiology
  • Treatment, Product & Techniques
  • Machines & Equipment
  • Makeup
  • Color Analysis
  • Dermaplaning
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Why Aveda?

The Aveda Difference

At The Institute of Beauty and Wellness, we have worked to create a program and curriculum that can assist our students in creating a career filled with Aveda philosophies and rituals. There are many fundamentals that you will learn  as a student at the institute.

Our educators are dedicated to upholding that standard. We attend additional trainings in Ayurvedic tradition each year in addition to living the Aveda values and philosophies in our own lives. Thanks to the additional time offered in our student clinics, our students are able to master their skills in a salon environment similar to what they will be working in after graduation. With access to Aveda brand products and professional quality tools, our students gain access to an education that focuses on mind, body, and spirit.

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How It Works

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Your Career

Because lash extension services are rising in popularity, we prepare our students to graduate with a strong foundation in lash extensions. We have partnered with Lash Addict in order to ensure that our esthetic students receive basic training in classic lash extension. Our faculty oversees the students’ work while serving guests in the clinic lab during the gamma level of training. Today’s esthetics industry is in demand. With an added focus on skills like lash extensions and an increased desire for mindful and holistic practices, an Aveda education may become a pillar of knowledge in the beauty industry.

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