If you are looking for a career in barbering, consider our barbering program. We offer full-time and part-time scheduling options at Aveda Institute Boise and Aveda Institute Twin Falls. Barber training is an excellent opportunity for anyone passionate about expressing themselves creatively on a daily basis. Whether you are starting your career life or you are looking for a fresh start in a new career, our program offers a hands-on learning experience in an eco-conscious environment. Contact us to schedule a campus tour or request additional information about our barbering program.
Barbering is a way to express yourself and find freedom and flexibility in a future career, and barber training at our barbering schools can be completed in as few as 29 weeks. Students benefit from the customized learning solutions and expert guidance of our licensed instructors. They can find a strong support system at the campus and within the global Aveda community as they pursue a barbering education. The 900-hour program is designed to prepare students to sit for the State Exam, so they can go on to become licensed professionals. Some of the most useful training experiences happen on the student salon floor, where students practice their skills on real clients under the direct supervision of licensed instructors.
Our barber training program could open the door to one or more of these career opportunities:
Wherever your barbering education takes you, we believe you will encounter many great people along the way!
Tuesday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Saturday, 8:30 am to 3:00 pm (34 hours a week)
Wednesday, 8:30 am to 7:00 pm, Thursday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, and Friday, 11:00 am to 7:00 pm (25 hours a week)
Tuesday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Saturday 8:30 am to 3:00 pm (34 hours per week)
Aveda Institute Twin Falls will accept a minimum of 800 transfer hours toward the Barbering program for an individual who holds a valid and current Cosmetology license in the state of Idaho, and is working toward earning their barbering license. Contact us to learn more about this opportunity.
When you train to be a barber at Aveda Institute Boise or Aveda Institute Twin Falls, you can benefit from our comprehensive curriculum, dedicated instructors, and the global community that is connected to the renowned Aveda brand. We use Aveda products every day in our school, which means students and clients alike can enjoy high-performance products that are plant-based and environmentally friendly.
Each of our students can become part of the worldwide Aveda network, which can help them as they grow in their trade and develop their careers. The Aveda network offers access to continuing education, job postings, and fields that may not be available to graduates of non-Aveda institutions.
The barbering program at Aveda Institute in Boise or Aveda Institute Twin Falls is a 900-hour course. Full-time students could complete the program in as few as 29 weeks. Part-time students could complete the program in as little as 36 weeks. Either way, completing the program typically takes less than a year!
Contact our admissions team to learn more about program costs and other enrollment details.
Financial aid is available to those who qualify. If you are interested in our barbering program, we suggest filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®). After that, we can discuss your personalized financial aid options, which could include grants, loans, scholarships, or other ways to make your barbering education more affordable.
Deciding which beauty program is right for you depends on a few different factors. While barbers can perform services on people of any gender, they typically specialize in men’s grooming and styling. Cosmetologists learn a wide variety of beauty services, which could include makeup application, nail services, and specialized styling for women’s hair. The barbering program at our school is also shorter than our cosmetology program, so students could complete it in less time. If you have further questions about each of our programs, contact us, and we can talk about it.
If you are a licensed cosmetologist in the state of Idaho, we can accept 800 transfer hours toward our barbering program at Aveda Institute Twin Falls. This allows you to complete the remaining 100 hours to finish your barber training, which prepares you to sit for the State Exam.
We want to make your enrollment journey as smooth as possible. Begin today by contacting us and booking a tour of our campus in Boise or Twin Falls. While you are visiting our school, we can discuss your educational goals, what you want to do with your education, and your financial questions. We could also tell you more about the Aveda brand, the barbering curriculum, and the details of our enrollment process, which includes an essay or project submission.
To enroll in our barbering program, you must be at least 16 ½ years old and have graduated from high school.

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