Our students are educated by accomplished professionals with years of valuable experience. We use an innovative curriculum that blends professional techniques with retail and business skills. O'Briens emphasizes well-being and affirms the relationship between personal beauty, wellness, and our environment. We are proud to be an Aveda Institute, utilizing Aveda's full line of earth-friendly products and techniques.

Our Institute Mission Statement :

• To enroll students who are committed to excellence
• To do everything we can to help each student complete the course successfully
• To continually expand our knowledge of techniques, procedures and technology to apply it to our curriculum
• To emphasize service and integrity
• To help all students and staff members develop good communication and organizational skills
• To make it possible for our students to become successful professionals in the field of cosmetology and beauty so that they provide the best possible service to their clients
• To continuously improve our operation in order to keep abreast of the ever-changing developments and new techniques
• To encourage our instructors to keep up with the latest teaching methods by reading educational books and attending refresher and advanced courses, workshops and trade shows
• To take part in educational conferences and regional meeting sin order to advance the cosmetology and beauty profession
• To prepare our students to take the Vermont State Board exams

COSMETOLOGY :

Explore the latest styles and techniques in haircutting, styling, skin and nail care, makeup and waxing. Our curriculum will give you hands-on learning that will provide you with a complete understanding of wellness and beauty. Our graduates are highly sought after professionals, equipped for success and ready to work.

BARBERING:

Prepare for an exciting future in a lost art that is being revived. O'Briens offers Vermont's only barbering program. Learn cutting, clipper techniques and straight-edge shaving, as well as the many other aspects of barbering.

MASSAGE:

If you're looking for an opportunity to establish a solid career with great personal fulfillment, enroll in our massage course. Our curriculum offers skincare training with an emphasis on using pure oils and flower/plant essences. You will leave with the skills you need to be a spa director, professional sports massage therapist, or salon/spa therapist.

CALL TO ACTION:

If you're intrigued by the possibility and ready to begin a creative and challenging career, please contact our Admissions Department for a complete description of our institute programs.