Aveda Institute Columbus - Neil Ave. Campus

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Morgan Burton

The moment I walked in the door at AIC I knew this was the school for me! When walking through on my tour I noticed that students were busy, the staff was warm and inviting, and I could tell immediately that I was going to get a quality education. My educators (April and Kara) were AMAZING- they took the time with each student to confirm their understanding of the material and it was apparent that they were passionate about educating students so that they were successful in the workplace. During the first portion of my training, I learned the fundamentals of esthetics (anatomy, skin physiology, etc)--both in theory and hands-on. We learned how to complete 5 different facials from start to finish, lash/brow tinting, makeup applications, and full body waxing; it was definitely fast-paced, but I felt confident in my abilities because my instructors took the time to teach me how I could improve and what would be expected in the "real world". After the fist portion of my training, I was down on the spa floor offering services to paying guests. Most days were busy, which allowed me to perfect my skills. Slower days would happen (as in every spa), but it was my decision to take advantage of those slow times to work on fellow students, catch up on bookwork, and learn additional tips and techniques from my supervising instructor. One frustrating aspect was that not everyone would do as I did and keep busy--but I guess youll have that in all work places. About three weeks before I graduated, April taught my class "state board prep". She took us step by step to prepare us for our practical exam and even sent us home with everything we needed for the test. We also did practice written exams (which wasnt my favorite). Once I graduated and got my paperwork from Aveda, I scheduled my state board exam. Looking around the room at all the test takers from other schools made me appreciate the time that April took, teaching us the correct procedures for the practical exam. There were four of us from Aveda taking the test together and we were all calm, cool, and collective; I definitely noticed some frazzled faces from other schools. I passed both exams and scored in the 90s. I did not take advantage of the free nail program after graduation (not a huge fan of feet) but some of my classmates did. Aveda only offers natural nail services (no gel or acrylic), but when students arent busy, they had plenty of time to practice and prepare for state board. I came back for the free managers program (not necessary to do, but very helpful)--I appreciated the fact that it was a separate program because I was able to take a little "vacation" from school before starting the managers portion. I was fully prepared again for the 50 question state board exam--I missed one question. Since graduating, I have had many opportunities for employment (I interviewed in NYC at an Aveda spa in SoHo and a non-Aveda waxing studio in San Fran). I have consistently had potential employers rave about Aveda students skills. I currently work at one of the top well-known spas in Columbus (non-Aveda) and LOVE IT! I felt prepared walking in because of my education. For me, Aveda was the perfect fit and I will never regret my decision. Ive heard positives and negatives about both Aveda and Spa School, but I think thats how it is with everything. Take the time to research both location and see which fits your personality better. I would also contact employers and ask them which school produces better estheticians, because from my experience- I have always heard Aveda.

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Willow Johnson

DO NOT attend this school. For estheology anyway, they do not take it seriously and i have been screwed time and time again becauseof the below par instruction i recieved there. Not only that but on 4 seperate occasions i have been over looked for jobs based on the fact that i attended Aveda. (i have actually been told this, i am not assuming).The for mentioned experiences came only after having grduated, I havent, and will not go into the substandard "training" they provide you with, or the catty and high school remenicent staff, or the fact that the "free nail course" left me COMPLEETLEY unprepared for state board. (i know aveda is a natural and "green" corperation, but they need to understand that we will need to learn acrylics and gel nails more in depth to make it in the real world0 it really seems all they are looking for is free work and molding "Aveda Soldiers" to put in their salons. oh and i didnt mention the the managers course is NOT included in the original course, you have to sign up and attened it sepreately, they mislead you into thinkingthat yo can get a job witout it. yeh, good luck with that. overall my experience with this school is lacking and this is not a highly recognized school for estheticians. please keep this in mind before wastin your time and money.

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Tauna Johnson

Aveda is the only place i shop for my hair and beauty needs. The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable about the best products for me and my daughter hair type because we are of mixed race. Our hair is lovely and skin products keep our naturally, makeup free faces beautiful. You have my loyalty as a customer just as you have been very kind and sweet to us whenever i come there. Truly loves this establishment and the people you employ. Coming from me thats great because Im a very critical person who only utilizes the best services out. Aveda is #1 and only for me and my princess. Thank you for being superb and sincerely nice. Never ever made me feel like i wasnt welcomed there and sadly we have experienced that. You get free advertisement from me daily on Facebook to all my friends. All 3k plus. Keep rocking Aveda. I love it. Fabulous. All of you! ~Tauna Johnson and my princess Maia nichè Brown. We love you. See you at 12:00 its Sunday lol

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Tara K

I went to the Aveda on campus, b/c I didnt know that the juniors and seniors were at the secondary location... I made an appt, only because the phone operator said there was a senior that could cut my hair... so I arrive & the staff informs me that only freshman and sophomores where there performing services, having just had a terrible haircut- reluctantly, I stayed.... The student was amazing! I loved the cut she gave me ... and then the teacher came over to "remove bulk" ... I know have chunks missing from only one side of my head, bc she only did one side. I just found a pc that went from about 9" to 3"... and its noticeable. go ahead and go, just dont ever let them say "we are going to remove bulk" SPRINT OUT!

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Stephanie Jerrell

I graduated from the Institute over two years ago from both Esthiology and Manicuring. I worked very hard to learn all I could from qualified and professional instructors who really care about teaching each student how to make a living in the industry and to do so by the standards of the state. There are always students at every learning institution who are less committed than others, which I was very familiar with after my undergraduate experience, so please dont let that deter your experience for receiving a service or learning a new career skill. I was also employed within three months of graduation and have remained close with my instructors since. Ultimately, I cannot image having had a better experience.

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Anonymous User

I went in with what I wanted to do to my hair set in my mind. Im always up for ideas though. The girl doing my hair and the trainer discussed what they think I should do and convinced me into it. It sounded cool. It ended up to be HORRIBLE. I not have basically black hair on the top of my head and bleach blonde on the ends. It literally looks like a skunk. Also, theres a line where the blonde and realllly dark brown meet so it looks soo odd. Thankfully they let you get it fixed for free so Ill be going in again and probably going somewhere else next time. Dont get me wrong though, I found the girl doing my hair to be entertaining and very kind. She was the one that suggested I get it fixed a few days later.

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