3 Top Beauty Schools Near Denver

Reena Das
Beauty schools are all over the U.S. to train individuals for the profession. Denver has several beauty schools and institutions offering prospective students a complete understanding of the vocation.

Who is a Cosmetologist?

According to the 2010-11 edition of the Occupational Handbook published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, a cosmetologist offers "personalized beauty services that help clients look and feel their best." The field of cosmetology includes professionals like hairstylists, manicurists, pedicurists and makeup artists.

The Occupational Handbook further reiterates, "A high school diploma or GED is required for some personal appearance workers in some States. In addition, most States require that barbers and cosmetologists complete a program in a State-licensed barber or cosmetology school. Programs in hairstyling, skin care, and other personal appearance services can be found in both high schools and in public or private postsecondary vocational schools."

Best Beauty School in Denver: Aveda Institute

Aveda, a leading manufacturer of beauty products trains prospective students at its Denver location. The cosmetology program runs for 189 days and offers hands on training in hair, skin, nail care and face color application. The experts at the beauty school, make future professionals familiar with the state laws and train them in skin analysis, treatment and spa rituals, in addition to instructing them about perming, hair cutting, styling and coloring techniques.

Aveda Institute
700 16th Street
Denver, CO 80202
303-567-7500

Best Beauty School in Denver: Academy of Cosmetology Arts (ACA)

The Academy of Cosmetology Arts specializes in educating students in the beauty industry, with innovative, creative and professional techniques. Along with esthetics, nail technology and hairstylist program, the beauty school runs the Cosmetology Apprenticeship program. The curriculum includes areas such as hair styling, coloring, bleaching, permanent waving, facial makeup, nail technology, massage facials, among several others. Along with instruction, the students also have the opportunity for hands on training in one of the Academy's participating salons, where they not only incorporate the techniques learnt but also earn a wage. The prospective students receive a nationally recognized certification in cosmetology.

The Academy of Cosmetology Arts
940 Speer Blvd. Ste. A
Denver, CO 80204
303-282-5012

Best Beauty School in Denver: Xenon International Academy

A 20-minute east drive from Denver takes you to Xenon International Academy located in Aurora, a beauty school where licensed professionals train individuals all over the U.S., by educating them in fields of cosmetology, esthetics and nail technology. The Denver location offers a full and a part time cosmetology program. The program features a comprehensive knowledge of styling, design, hair coloring, skin care, make up and nail technology.

Xenon International Academy
2231 X. Peoria
Aurora, CO 80014
303-752-1560

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  • Elizabeth Valentine5/4/2010

    I'd love to go to beauty school, but I'm not sure I'd be that good at it. :)

  • Amanda Cartwright4/22/2010

    I should have gone to beauty school...

  • Kay Whittenhauer4/22/2010

    I always wanted to go to beauty school.

  • Judi J4/22/2010

    Interesting, informative article Reena. :)

  • Mary Russel4/21/2010

    I wanted to be a cosmetologist at one time. Great info.

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