Professional Salon Training from a Professional Salon Owner
Elevate your skills from basic to pro with our stellar beauty programs, designed to help you not just learn but excel, opening doors to entrepreneurship and leadership roles in beauty.
Aveda Institute Boise and Aveda Institute Twin Falls were founded on the idea that beauty education is best delivered by those with actual professional beauty knowhow. As salon owners themselves, our owners, Nathan and Ren Shaw, were inspired to transform beauty education after struggling to hire for their salon, The Electric Chair. To realize their vision of a beauty school that delivers beauty education for the future, Nathan and Ren worked hands-on with educators and students to create a student experience that is second to none.
We believe our ownership truly sets us apart from other beauty schools. Here at Aveda Institute Boise and Twin Falls, you can expect to learn the art and science of beauty in programs that were thoughtfully put together by professionals who know intimately what technical and soft skills are required to succeed in the industry today and tomorrow.
Financial Aid
Difficulty funding your education doesn’t have to block your road to a bright future. Aveda Institute Boise and Aveda Institute Twin Falls offer financial aid to those who qualify in many of our programs. Contact us for more info and to learn about your financial aid eligibility.
Student Testimonials
“Making folks feel amazing with a fresh cut or color was my jam, and the whole team at the school made me feel like I was at home.”
“I knew that my true passion was making people feel beautiful. The world of cosmetology called to me, and I decided to dive in headfirst.”
“I found myself thriving on the interaction. Connecting with clients, bonding with classmates—it brought out this resilience and joy in me that I didn’t know I had.”
“We have pop-up classes where industry professionals come in to teach us. It’s great because not all students are comfortable reaching out, but Aveda brings the pros to us.”
“Contrary to the stereotypes of beauty school being full of drama, Kalee found an environment brimming with support and collaboration.”
“I had no prior experience with hair, but with determination and the right education, I’ve built a successful career. Love what you do, and have fun with it!”
“I remember just hoping to make $600 a week when I first started. Now, I own my own barbershop.”
“Being here on Fridays doing nails is kind of my way to get away from my other work life. I definitely relax on nail days just because I love being in here, and I love seeing my clients.”
The education Lauren received at Aveda Institute – Twin Falls played a crucial role in shaping her career. She found support and encouragement from individuals who genuinely cared about her passion in the beauty industry.
“Aveda teaches you more than just the technical skills; they prepare you to be an independent stylist or even a salon owner. They emphasize stabilizing your business and managing finances, which is crucial for success in this industry.
“My favorite thing about this industry is that it’s all-inclusive. There’s someone for everybody. You don’t have to just work behind the chair; you can work in a spa, be a platform artist, or even work in a mortuary. There are so many different avenues.”
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Curriculum That Does More
We think that the old adage—that beauty school teaches you to pass your boards but not become a practicing beauty professional—points to the ways in which traditional beauty education lets students down. Incoming students are innovative, inspired, and ready to make a difference. Our job is to shape this passion and talent into the next wave of beauty pros: individuals who know more than the basics of beauty and are actually equipped to open their own salon or run a beauty business. Our programs include a solid grounding in business, marketing promotion, and other skills you’ll need to make beauty a successful career.
Our training opportunities don’t stop at graduation day. We bring in advanced classes for our graduates and other licensed professionals. Whether you come for advanced hair cutting classes, Bella Lash eyelash extension certification, or Makeup Designory (MUD) makeup artistry, our advanced training will keep you current with your craft and provide additional ways for you to expand the services you offer clients.
Why Choose an Aveda Beauty Education?
The Aveda brand is known worldwide as a premium beauty brand focused on sustainability and natural plant essence-based products that are kind to the body and the earth. These same principles and values guided founder Horst Rechelbacher when he went on to launch the first Aveda Institute in Minneapolis.
The core of integrity at the heart of both the Aveda product line and Aveda Institutes is reflected throughout our schools and our community. At Aveda Institute Boise and Aveda Institute Twin Falls, our students, instructors, and staff are caring, kind, innovative, and unique—concerned with their impact on the world around them. What our entire family of students and staff aspire to do is push the boundaries of creativity and sustainability. It’s important to us to make a difference in the lives around us by pushing the envelope what beauty has been and should be. Beauty is changing lives and giving back to the world around us. You can color outside the lines, do something unexpected, and help the world be better at our institutes.
