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Beauty school programs in Maryland · Bel Air

Five ways to turn passion into profession.

All of our Maryland beauty school programs are day programs in a hybrid format: theory online, plus practical training in person in our salon and spa. As a result, classes stay small, with a 15:1 student-to-educator ratio. Financial aid is available for those who qualify through the FAFSA.

Cosmetology student styling hair at Aveda Institute Maryland

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Cosmetology

Learn to cut, color and style hair using signature Aveda techniques and products, with training in skincare, customer service and business development.

Format · Hybrid day program
Student-to-educator ratio · 15:1
Clock hours · 1,500 hours
Next start · December 22, 2026

What you’ll learn

  • Cutting techniques
  • Hair coloring
  • Skincare
  • Aveda products & guest care
  • Social media, marketing & photography

Where it can lead

  • Salon hairstylist
  • Freelance hairstylist
  • Makeup artist
  • Salon manager
  • Stage & film set artist
Hairstylist student coloring hair

Hairstylist

It’s all about the details. Master the craft of coloring, cutting, curling and so much more.

Hybrid day program · 1,200 hours

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Fresh low fade haircut seen from behind

Barber/Stylist

Enter the world of creativity, expression and entrepreneurship.

Hybrid day program · 900 hours

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Blow Dry Stylist student finishing a blowout

Blow Dry Stylist

Thermal styling and curling techniques for polished, salon-ready finishes.

Hybrid day program · 350 hours

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Esthetics student giving a facial

Esthetics

A holistic approach to skincare inspired by ayurvedic practices.

Hybrid day program · 600 hours

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