Develop Your Natural Talents
Aveda turns creativity into promising salon careers.

The Aveda Institute Toronto will prepare you for a rewarding hairstyling career with a focus on beauty, fashion, wellness and business. The Aveda name is synonymous with innovation and excellence. Our graduates have found success and fulfillment in a remarkable range of careers. Our programs are taught by world renowned educators and guest speakers who will help you unlock your hidden talents.

Hairstyling Program
Our hairstyling program incorporates 1500 hours of extensive hands-on learning to provide you with a complete understanding of beauty and wellness in three phases - Alpha, Beta and Gamma Units.

Introduction/Alpha Unit
Begin by learning the fundamentals of cutting, styling and chemical restructuring of hair as well as skin and nail care, makeup, and the related sciences. Lectures, demonstrations and workshops concentrate on developing skill and accuracy, reinforcing classroom knowledge. You will be introduced to retail merchandising, client servicing and personal development skills. These units also cover provincial safety requirements.

Beta Unit
Unlock your creativity as you explore the latest trends and techniques in hair cutting, styling, colouring, permanent waving and chemical re-structuring. 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.

Gamma Unit
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 Certificate of Qualification examination. It's time to realize your dreams as a salon professional.

Esthiology Program
Coming Soon.

Student Services
Housing
The Aveda Institute Toronto can assist students in finding roommates and suitable housing.

Placement
Creating Opportunities the World Over.

The Aveda Institute Toronto can be a recruitment resource as you begin your professional career. In our global network of salons and spas there is a need for experienced staff that understand the fundamentals of Aveda salon services, it's pure flower and plant-based products, the company's healing culture and commitment to well-being of individuals, as well as the planet.