Hair Schools in Oregon

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Aveda Institute – Accredited

325 Northwest 13th Avenue
Portland, OR 97209

Beau Monde College of Hair Design – Accredited

2032 Lloyd Center
Portland, OR 97232

Bella Institute School of Cosmetology

4650 Southwest Griffith Drive
Beaverton, OR 97005

College of Cosmetology – Accredited

357 East Main Street
Klamath Falls, OR 97601

College of Hair Design Careers – Accredited

1684 Clay Street Northeast
Salem, OR 97301

Johnny Matthew's Hairdressing Training School – Accredited

255 Liberty Street Northeast
Salem, OR 97301

Northwest College School of Beauty – Accredited

4200 Southwest Watson Avenue
Beaverton, OR 97005

Northwest College School of Beauty – Accredited

8307 Southeast Monterey Avenue
Happy Valley, OR 97086

Northwest College School of Beauty – Accredited

1049 Southwest Baseline Road
Hillsboro, OR 97123

Northwest College School of Beauty – Accredited

2241 Tower East
Medford, OR 97504

Northwest College School of Beauty – Accredited

3150 Gateway Loop
Springfield, OR 97477

Northwest College School of Beauty – Accredited

8345 Southwest Nyberg Street
Tualatin, OR 97062

Phagans School of Beauty – Accredited

622 Lancaster Drive Northeast
Salem, OR 97301

Phagans School of Hair Design – Accredited

1860 Southeast 82nd Avenue
Happy Valley, OR 97086

Phagans' Beauty College – Accredited

1565 Southwest 53rd Street
Corvallis, OR 97333

Phagans' Central Oregon Beauty College – Accredited

1310 Northeast Cushing Drive
Bend, OR 97701

Phagans' Grants Pass College of Beauty – Accredited

304 Northeast Agness Avenue
Grants Pass, OR 97526

Phagans' Medford Beauty School – Accredited

2320 Poplar Drive
Medford, OR 97504

Portland Beauty School – Accredited

8230 Northeast Siskiyou Street
Portland, OR 97220

Summit Salon Academy – Accredited

8820 Southwest Center
Tigard, OR 97223

Tanya's Beauty School

17175 Southwest Tualatin Valley Highway
Beaverton, OR 97003

The Salon Academy – Accredited

8502 Southwest Main Street
Wilsonville, OR 97070

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How to Become a Hair Designer in Oregon

Oregon Hair Design Careers At a Glance
  • 1,700 education hours are required to become licensed.
  • You must renew your license every 2 years.
  • 0 continuing education hours are required to renew your license.
  • The average salary for cosmetologists in Oregon is $25,940 ($12.47/hour). This is lower than the national average of $26,090 ($12.54/hour).
  • There is a predicted 11% job increase between 2016-2026 for cosmetologists. This is higher than the expected national growth of 9%.

The state of Portland is full of feel-good stories about stylists who bring new life to old establishments, offer distinct environments, and family-run salons who focus on customer service as much as quality hair design. If your goal is to attend beauty school, and be the best hair stylist in your community, then we're here to help. There are many questions you probably have: "What beauty schools can I contact? How much does it cost? What courses will I take? How long will the program last?" - and many more.

If you're ready to get answers, take a look at your cosmetology school options that include hair design training, then use the search box above or scan the school listings below. We have worked for years to build relationships with salons in Oregon, helping countless students accomplish their goal of becoming a stylist. You don't have to make any final decisions today, if you're not in a hurry. Simply review the highlights of hair design programs and license requirements in the following section to get a better idea of what you're in for.

State License Requirements

1,700 Education Hours

Required to earn a hair design license

Education Details

In Oregon, you can become a hair designer that works at a top salon, or as an entrepreneur with a vision to realize. Your process should start with courses available in your area. Look for a curriculum that includes a strong foundation and professional skills to help you succeed on your own. That's another reason why you need to look at every option available for hair design training.

Oregon hair design topics:

  • Shampoos and conditioners
  • Special occasion styling
  • Cutting and styling
  • Barbering
  • Coloring and other advanced techniques

License Renewal

2 Years

License renewal period

0 Hours

Continuing education required

Cosmetology license renewal in Oregon happens every 2 years at the end of the month of original licensure. Cosmetology licenses can be renewed online for $40, or in person or by mail for $45. Cosmetology continuing education is not required for most licenses, except for electrology and permanent makeup, as these careers are certified by a different board.

Oregon Hair Design Careers

$25,940

Average yearly salary for hair design in Oregon

Oregon hair design specialists work with customers in either privately owned or franchised hair salons across the state. Often called barbers and hair stylists, these individuals work with customers to decide what type of style fits their personality the best. Hair design specialists are required to obtain a post secondary certificate of completion before entering a work force comprised of 656,000 individuals.

Contact the Oregon State Board of Cosmetology

Health Licensing Office

Oregon possesses a hair care industry on the rise, expected to grow over the next six years thanks to more contemporary shops and salons opening there. With that in mind, those looking to enter hair design utilize the following information.

Professional Beauty Association
National Accrediting Commission of Arts & Sciences

Hair Design
Oregon

How to Become a Hair Designer in Your State