Follow your cosmetology dreams
UnparalleledBeauty Education
+ Hands-On Experience
Gone are the days of windowless rooms filled with a haze of questionable chemicals. Instead, our facilities utilize state of the art technology in a spacious and bright atmosphere.
We strive not only to teach our students the skills to perform services, but also the skills to succeed in business. Our curriculum includes marketing, business and financial education that will serve our students for years to come!
THIS AIN'T
YOUr GRANDMA'S
BEAUTY SCHOOL
AWARD-WINNING EDUCATION
HOW CAN I AFFORD IT?
We're here to help every step of the way to make sure finances don't keep you from your dream career!
Our team will guide you through the FAFSA, help you find scholarships and grants you may qualify for, and find a financial plan that fits your situation.
OUR FACILITY
BECOME A BEAUTY PRO
THIS AIN'T
YOUr GRANDMA'S
BEAUTY SCHOOL
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2024 WINNER
Kaitlyn Rockwell
2021 WINNER
Alisha Kemp
2020 WINNER
Dottie Green
Since 2020, more than half of the Student Hairstylist of the Year finalists have been a Nurtur Aveda Institute Student, with winners in 2024, 2021 and 2020.
2024 WINNER
Kaitlyn Rockwell
2021 WINNER
Alisha Kemp
2020 WINNER
Dottie Green
2024 WINNER
Kaitlyn Rockwell
The Aveda Institute Des Moines is conveniently located in Jordan Creek Town Center shopping center.
DON'T TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT
There's no better measure of the quality of our education than the success of our graduates. We have alumni working in many different fields of the beauty industry, from service providers, to educators, to salon owners, to the entertainment industry, and so much more!
6905 Mills Civic Pkwy
Suite 120
West Des Moines, IA 50266
Phase 1
Culture / Enlighten
- CoreBehaviors
- Discover Aveda
- Dream Studio
- Beautista
- Blowouts
- Hairstyling & Wigs
- Nails
- Skin
Phase 2
Elevate
- Haircutting
- Styling
- Makeup
- Money by Qnity
- Nurtur Business Course
- Social Media 101
Phase 3
EXPRESS
- Hair Removal
- Event Styling
- Advanced Haircutting
- Artistry and High Style
- Salon Business
- Money by Qnity
- Nurtur Business Course
- Social Media 102
- Hands-on Haircutting, Styling, and Nails
- MUD Level 1 Certification
- 3D Lashes
- Brow Lamination
- Brow and Lash Tinting
Phase 4
EMERGE
- Aveda Hair Color
- Chemical Texture
- Nurtur Business Course
Phase 5
Engage
- Advanced Color
- Advanced Nails
- Money by Qnity
- Nurtur Business Course
- Hands-on Color and Chemical Texture
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
Phase 6
Empower
- State Board Review
- Communication Skills
- Portfolio Development
- State Board Test Out
Cosmetology Program
Our cosmetology program incorporates extensive theory and hands-on learning to provide you a complete understanding of beauty and wellness. Upon completion, you will be ready to take the Iowa state licensing exam.
1,550 Hours / 54 Weeks
Phase 1
Culture / Enlighten
- Core Behaviors
- Discover Aveda
- Dream Studio
- Beautista
- Blowouts
- Hairstyling & Wigs
- Nails
- Skin
Phase 2
Culture / Enlighten
- Color / Texture
- Nails
- Hair Removal
- Skin
- Makeup
Phase 3
Emerge
- Product Knowledge
- Aveda Techniques
- Practical Applications
- Final Exam
- State Board Test Out
Phase 4
Express
- Professional Development
- Retailing & Sales
- Event Styling
- Aveda Techniques
- State Board Test Out
Phase 5
Engage
- Advanced Color
- Advanced Styling
- Advanced Cutting
- Advanced Nails
- State Board Test Out
- MUD Makeup
Phase 2
Elevate
- Haircutting
- Styling
- Makeup
- Money by Qnity
- Nurtur Business Course
- Social Media 101
Phase 2
Culture / Enlighten
- Color / Texture
- Nails
- Hair Removal
- Skin
- Makeup
Phase 3
Emerge
- Product Knowledge
- Aveda Techniques
- Practical Applications
- Final Exam
- State Board Test Out
Phase 4
Express
- Professional Development
- Retailing & Sales
- Event Styling
- Aveda Techniques
- State Board Test Out
Phase 5
Engage
- Advanced Color
- Advanced Styling
- Advanced Cutting
- Advanced Nails
- State Board Test Out
- MUD Makeup
Phase 3
EXpress
- Hair Removal
- Event Styling
- Advanced Haircutting
- Artistry and High Style
- Salon Business
- Money by Qnity
- Nurtur Business Course
- Social Media 102
- Hands-on Haircutting, Styling, and Nails
- MUD Level 1 Certification
- 3D Lashes
- Brow Lamination
- Brow and Lash Tinting
Phase 2
Culture / Enlighten
- Color / Texture
- Nails
- Hair Removal
- Skin
- Makeup
Phase 3
Emerge
- Product Knowledge
- Aveda Techniques
- Practical Applications
- Final Exam
- State Board Test Out
Phase 4
Express
- Professional Development
- Retailing & Sales
- Event Styling
- Aveda Techniques
- State Board Test Out
Phase 5
Engage
- Advanced Color
- Advanced Styling
- Advanced Cutting
- Advanced Nails
- State Board Test Out
- MUD Makeup
Phase 4
EMERGE
- Aveda Hair Color
- Chemical Texture
- Nurtur Business Course
Phase 2
Culture / Enlighten
- Color / Texture
- Nails
- Hair Removal
- Skin
- Makeup
Phase 3
Emerge
- Product Knowledge
- Aveda Techniques
- Practical Applications
- Final Exam
- State Board Test Out
Phase 4
Express
- Professional Development
- Retailing & Sales
- Event Styling
- Aveda Techniques
- State Board Test Out
Phase 5
Engage
- Advanced Color
- Advanced Styling
- Advanced Cutting
- Advanced Nails
- State Board Test Out
- MUD Makeup
Phase 5
ENGAGE
- Advanced Color
- Advanced Nails
- Money by Qnity
- Nurtur Business Course
- Hands-on Color and Chemical Texture
Phase 2
Culture / Enlighten
- Color / Texture
- Nails
- Hair Removal
- Skin
- Makeup
Phase 3
Emerge
- Product Knowledge
- Aveda Techniques
- Practical Applications
- Final Exam
- State Board Test Out
Phase 4
Express
- Professional Development
- Retailing & Sales
- Event Styling
- Aveda Techniques
- State Board Test Out
Phase 5
Engage
- Advanced Color
- Advanced Styling
- Advanced Cutting
- Advanced Nails
- State Board Test Out
- MUD Makeup
Phase 6
EMPOWER
- State Board Review
- Communication Skills
- Portfolio Development
- State Board Test Out
Phase 2
Culture / Enlighten
- Color / Texture
- Nails
- Hair Removal
- Skin
- Makeup
Phase 3
Emerge
- Product Knowledge
- Aveda Techniques
- Practical Applications
- Final Exam
- State Board Test Out
Phase 4
Express
- Professional Development
- Retailing & Sales
- Event Styling
- Aveda Techniques
- State Board Test Out
Phase 5
Engage
- Advanced Color
- Advanced Styling
- Advanced Cutting
- Advanced Nails
- State Board Test Out
- MUD Makeup
