Aveda Institute Maryland Continuing Education
Effective January 1, 2026, all Maryland-licensed Cosmetologists, Limited Hairstylists, Limited Blow Dry Stylists, Limited Estheticians, and Limited Nail Technicians must complete the following credits to renew their licenses:
Continuing Education (CE) requirements for licensees include a total of a minimum of 6 hours ONLY, divided between required and elective topics.
Required Topics – 2 hours total ONLY. Must cover Health, Safety, Welfare, Sanitation, and/or Board Laws/Regulations. You only need to complete a total of 2 hours from these required 5 categories.
Elective Topics – 4 hours total ONLY. Electives are courses chosen based on individual interests, as long as they fall within the scope of practice for your license type. Examples of elective topics include Business, the practice of cosmetology, esthetics, and nail techniques, and Product Knowledge.
Licensees are required to complete a minimum 2 hours of required topics and 4 hours of elective topics, for a total of 6 CE hours.
READ THIS INFO CAREFULLY BEFORE BOOKING ANY COURSES WITH AVEDA INSTITUTE MARYLAND:
Select Only 1 of the following Virtual Courses listed below when booking for your 2 hrs of Required Topics with Aveda Institute Maryland:
- Sanitation = 2 Virtual Hrs of a Required Topic (ONLY Select ONE Virtual Course)
- Maryland Laws and Regulations = 2 Virtual Hrs of a Required Topic (ONLY Select ONE Virtual Course)
Select Only 1 of the following In-Person Courses listed below when booking for your 4 hrs of Elective Topics with Aveda Institute Maryland:
- Lash Lift & Tint and Brow Lamination & Tint = 4 In-Person Hrs of an Elective Topic (ONLY Select ONE In-Person Course)
- Dermaplaning = 4 In-Person Hrs of an Elective Topic (ONLY Select ONE In-Person Course)
Aveda Institute Maryland Alumni?
See details at the bottom of the page for your Aveda Alumni for Life discount BEFORE booking your courses!
What’s Important to Know
Check Your License Expiration Date:
If your license expires after January 1, 2026, you will need to complete 6 Continuing Education (CE) credits before renewing.
6 CE Credits = 6 Hours
All CE credits must be completed within your license renewal cycle.
Example: If your license is valid from January 26th, 2025, to January 26th, 2027, you must complete all 6 CE credits during that period. After your license is renewed, the CE cycle starts over.
Course Completion & Proof:
After completing each course, you’ll receive a Certificate of Completion. Keep these certificates as proof when submitting your license renewal.
For the full information on Maryland CE requirements, please visit COMAR or contact the Maryland Board of Cosmetology at barber.cos@maryland.gov.
Book your CE Courses at Aveda Institute Maryland Below
Virtual Courses Offered – Select ONLY 1 when Booking with Aveda Institute Maryland:
Master the essentials of sanitation in your beauty practice with our comprehensive Sanitation course. Designed for all licensed beauty professionals, this course provides the knowledge and techniques needed to maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic environment for both you and your clients. Stay compliant, boost your professionalism, and ensure every client experience is safe and sanitary.
Sanitation
(REMEMBER: With Aveda Institute Maryland, you cannot schedule for both Virtual Courses to get your 6 CE Hours – ONLY Select ONE Virtual Course)
Virtual 2 Hour | 2 CE Credits | Price: $50
Gain essential knowledge with our Maryland Laws and Regulations course. This two-hour session is tailored for licensed beauty professionals who want to understand how state laws and regulations shape their practice. Stay informed, ensure compliance, and keep your skills aligned with the latest legal and regulatory standards in Maryland’s beauty industry.
Maryland Laws & Regulations
(REMEMBER: With Aveda Institute Maryland, you cannot schedule for both Virtual Courses to get your 6 CE Hours – ONLY Select ONE Virtual Course)
Virtual 2 Hour | 2 CE Credits | Price: $50
Virtual Class Information:
To provide more flexibility and convenience for our licensed professionals, our virtual Zoom CE classes will now transition to a self-guided online course format through Thinkific. You will have 7 days from enrollment to start and complete the course.
This change allows you to:
• Complete the course on your own schedule
• Pause and resume as needed
• Learn at your own pace from anywhere
• Access course materials more easily and efficiently
Your course content, educational materials, and certificate process are all accessible to you.
Please review all course instructions carefully before beginning. When you get to the site, select “start” and note that the way you enter your name is how it will appear on your certificate. If you have any questions or experience any issues accessing the course, feel free to reply to reach out and we will be happy to assist you.
You will receive your certificate upon completion. Please keep it for your records but note you are not responsible for submitting it to the state board. As the provider, we have 14 days to submit your certificate to the state board after you complete the course.
In-Person Elective Courses Offered – Select ONLY 1 when Booking with Aveda Institute Maryland:
Elevate your skills with our Lash Lift & Tint and Brow Lamination & Tint course. This four-hour, in-person session provides licensed beauty professionals with hands-on training to master these in-demand services. All supplies are included, so you can focus on learning techniques that will enhance your clients’ experience and grow your business. Gain practical skills, boost your confidence, and deliver professional results every time.
Lash Lift/Tint & Brow Lamination/Tint
(Effective: 6/2026; This CE Class is only for Cosmetologists & Senior Cosmetologists)
In-Person 4 Hour | 4 CE Credits | Price: $280 | All Supplies Provided
Class Dates:
🌱 July 13th at 10 AM ***Recently Added***
🌱 July 20th at 10 AM ***Recently Added***
For a more personalized and effective training environment, enrollment is limited.
Refine your skincare expertise with our Dermaplaning Facials course. This four-hour, in-person session gives licensed beauty professionals hands-on training to safely and effectively perform dermaplaning treatments. All supplies are provided, allowing you to focus on mastering techniques that leave clients’ skin smooth, radiant, and refreshed. Enhance your skills, boost client satisfaction, and deliver professional results with confidence.
Dermaplaning
(NOTICE: Prior facial and skin care knowledge is REQUIRED in order to take this course; therefore, Esthetician licensees are eligible to register for this course. If you hold a Cosmetology or Senior Cosmetologist license and wish to take this course, please email or call)
In-Person 4 Hour | 4 CE Credits | Price: $360 | All Supplies Provided
Class Dates:
🌱 March 9th at 10 AM
🌱 May 18th at 10 AM ***Recently Added***
🌱 June 22nd at 10 AM ***Recently Added***
🌱 July 27th at 10 AM ***Recently Added***
For a more personalized and effective training environment, enrollment is limited
Refine your styling skills and expand your creativity! This hands-on class explores modern styling techniques, tool mastery, finishing methods, and trending looks to help you create polished, long-lasting styles for every client. Perfect for licensed professionals looking to refresh their skills, build confidence, and gain new inspiration behind the chair.
Hairstyling
In-Person 4 Hour | 4 CE Credits | Price: $225 | All Supplies Provided
Class Dates:
🌱 August 17th at 10 AM
🌱 October 12th at 10 AM
🌱 COMING SOON
🌱 COMING SOON
For a more personalized and effective training environment, enrollment is limited
Take your braiding skills to the next level in this interactive, hands-on class! Learn foundational and trending braiding techniques, improve sectioning and tension control, and discover creative braid designs for all hair types and textures. Ideal for professionals looking to expand their service menu and boost client confidence with beautiful, versatile braid styles.
Braiding
In-Person 4 Hour | 4 CE Credits | Price: $250 | All Supplies Provided
Class Dates:
🌱 September 14th at 10 AM
🌱 COMING SOON
🌱 COMING SOON
🌱 COMING SOON
For a more personalized and effective training environment, enrollment is limited
Whether you’re a newly licensed esthetician or a beauty professional looking to refresh your knowledge, Esti 101 provides a comprehensive review of the essential principles that form the foundation of professional esthetics practice.
This in-person training is designed to teach licensed cosmetologists and estheticians the core concepts every professional should know to perform safe, effective, and results-driven services while delivering exceptional guest care.
Esti 101: Foundations of Professional Esthetics
In-Person 4 Hour | 4 CE Credits | Price: $200 | All Supplies Provided
Class Dates:
🌱 August 17th at 10 AM
🌱 October 12th at 10 AM
🌱 COMING SOON
🌱 COMING SOON
For a more personalized and effective training environment, enrollment is limited
Elevate your facial services through the power of intentional touch. This continuing education course explores facial massage techniques that are within the esthetic scope of practice and designed to enhance relaxation, support healthy-looking skin, and create a memorable guest experience.
This in-person training is designed to teach licensed cosmetologists and estheticians how to incorporate safe, effective massage movements into professional facial treatments while understanding the purpose, benefits, contraindications, and adaptations for various skin types and conditions.
The Art of Facial Massage: Esthetic Techniques for Relaxation & Skin Wellness
(NOTICE: Prior facial and skin care knowledge is REQUIRED in order to take this course; therefore, Esthetician licensees are eligible to register for this course. If you hold a Cosmetology or Senior Cosmetologist license and wish to take this course, please email or call)
In-Person 4 Hour | 4 CE Credits | Price: $275 | All Supplies Provided
Class Dates:
🌱 September 14th at 10 AM
🌱 COMING SOON
🌱 COMING SOON
🌱 COMING SOON
For a more personalized and effective training environment, enrollment is limited
Expand your hair removal expertise with our comprehensive 4-hour, hands-on Sugaring Education Course. This in-person training is designed to teach licensed cosmetologists and estheticians the knowledge and practical experience needed to confidently perform sugaring services.
During this course, participants will learn the benefits of sugaring, product knowledge and sanitation protocols, proper paste consistency and application techniques, and more!
Sugaring
In-Person 4 Hour | 4 CE Credits | Price: $325 | All Supplies Provided
Class Dates:
🌱 September 14th at 10 AM
🌱 COMING SOON
🌱 COMING SOON
🌱 COMING SOON
For a more personalized and effective training environment, enrollment is limited
Advance your skincare expertise with our comprehensive 4-hour, hands-on Cosmetic Microneedling Education Course. This in-person training is designed to teach licensed cosmetologists and estheticians who want to safely and effectively incorporate cosmetic microneedling into their service offerings.
Note: This course focuses exclusively on cosmetic microneedling within the scope of practice permitted by state law. Participants are responsible for understanding and complying with their state’s licensing regulations before offering microneedling services.
Cosmetic Microneedling
(NOTICE: Prior facial and skin care knowledge is REQUIRED in order to take this course; therefore, Esthetician licensees are eligible to register for this course. If you hold a Cosmetology or Senior Cosmetologist license and wish to take this course, please email or call)
In-Person 4 Hour | 4 CE Credits | Price: $525 | All Supplies Provided
Class Dates:
🌱 August 17th at 10 AM
🌱 October 12th at 10 AM
🌱 COMING SOON
🌱 COMING SOON
For a more personalized and effective training environment, enrollment is limited
Aveda Institute Maryland Alumni?*
As an Aveda Institute Maryland Alumni you’re entitled to the following benefits for life:
🌱 ONE (1) Complimentary 2 Hour Virtual CE Course of your Choice
🌱 50% OFF Any CE Course
🌱 50% OFF Any Advanced Education Course
🌱 Special Discounts on Aveda Quarterly Appreciation Product Order
*To take advantage of any of the above Alumni Benefits, send an email to Student Services at StudentServices@avedainstitutemd.edu to verify Alumni Status.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
What is the reason for Continuing Education?
This is a new mandate required by the Maryland State Board of Cosmetology, this law was passed to ensure licensees remain up to date and compliant with different practices in the respected fields.
How many Hours of Continuing Education is a Licensee required to take?
Six hours (6 hours) total. With Requirements including:
Required Topics: 2 Hours (Our Virtual Options Qualify)
Choose from the following:
1. Health – 1 to 2 Hours or
2. Safety – 1 to 2 Hours or
3. Welfare – 1 to 2 Hours or
4. Board Laws and Regulations – 1 to 2 Hours
AND
Required Elective Topics: 4 Hours (Our In-Person Options Qualify)
What is the Cancellation Policy?
Virtual and In-person CE course fees may be refunded only if a cancellation is received via email at StudentServices@avedainstitutemd.edu, 72 hours prior to the scheduled class. Cancellations made after this window, as well as no-shows, are non-refundable.
What if I am unable to make it on time?
Aveda Institute Maryland does not permit any late entrances to any Continuing Education (CE) Classes. Classes begin promptly at their start time. Any late entrances will be treated as a no-show and are non-refundable.
Are the Virtual classes recorded?
No, all virtual courses are delivered live by knowledgeable, experienced educators. Pre-recorded sessions are not available.
Are the Courses Approved through Maryland?
Yes, our current Continuing Education Courses listed above are approved by the Maryland Board of Cosmetology and provide CE credits upon completion. Each course offered indicates the number of CE’s awarded to attendees.