Do you offer financial aid?
Aveda Fredric’s Institute works closely with SLM Financial, a Sallie Mae company, to provide education financing services for career training. Sallie Mae is the nation’s leading provider of education funding for more than 7 million borrowers. At this time we do not accept Federal financial aid. Aveda Fredric’s Institute is an accredited facility, which allows students the ability to utilize most private loans, scholarships and grants. For specific questions contact Aveda Fredric's Institute admissions.

Do you offer part-time or evening programs?
Currently Aveda Fredric’s Institute offers full time day programs. The class schedule is Tuesday – Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm and Saturday 8:15 – 5:00 pm.

Is housing provided?
Aveda Fredric’s Institute admissions staff will assist in finding housing. Although AFI does not own a student dormitory, the school is located in an area that has many options for affordable living arrangements. The admissions team will provide you with names and contact information of other Aveda Fredric’s Institute students requesting roommates as well as aid future students in locating housing.

What does the investment for tuition include?
Aveda Fredric’s Institute makes paying tuition and fees as easy as possible. Most expenses are included with tuition. The investment will fund: registration fee, tuition, textbooks, student bag, uniform tops and a full student kit. A top of the line student kit and carrying case includes tools, materials and products needed to perform services while in school as well as use when you begin your career. ••• For more information you can contact the Admissions department Toll Free 877-283.3233 or Local 513.533.0700 ext. 2 for Julie Holzberger and ext. 3 for Deana Kozel.

Am I guaranteed a job once I’ve graduated from the program?
Aveda Fredric’s Institute is primarily an Institute of learning and does not guarantee career placement. However, we provide tools, events, training and personalized attention to assist graduates in their career search. Two career fairs are held each year with only Aveda Fredric's Institute students and prospective employers, a career board lists hiring needs at a variety of salon spas, class room time is dedicated to interviewing skills and each student is scheduled for individual session to aid in their career placement plan. These efforts allow Aveda Fredrics Institute to consistently maintain a placement rate above the National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Arts and Sciences required percentage.

Do you accept transfer hours?
Applicants for transfer into cosmetology, esthiology and nail esthetics are considered on an individual basis.

How many hours do I need to be a licensed cosmetologist, esthetician or nail esthetician?
The State of Ohio requires 1500 hours for cosmetology, 1800 for managing cosmetology, 600 hours for esthiology, 750 for managing esthiology, 300 for managing nail esthetics. After completion of education hours the Ohio State Board of Cosmetology examination needs to be passed for licensure in Ohio.

Where do I take my State Board exam once I’ve finished the program?
The State of Ohio handles all examination and licensing. Ohio State Board is located at 3700 High St. Suite 101, Southland Mall, Columbus, Ohio 43207: Phone 614.466.3834.

Do students wear uniforms?
Yes, maintaining a professional appearance is vital to success. The Aveda Fredric’s shirt (provided as part of tuition), black pants and black closed-toed shoes are required to be worn by all students. Additionally name badges are given to each student and are part of the uniform. Students enrolled in the Spa programs will receive a smock, which is worn while performing spa services.

What is the class size?
In order to offer the best education possible, Aveda Fredric’s Institute maintains small class sizes with excellent student to instructor ratios. Class size varies; typically Cosmetology will enroll 20 students, Spa-Esthiology 10 per enrollment period.

Who do I contact if I am interested in attending Aveda Fredric’s Institute?
Thank you for your interest in Aveda Fredric’s Institute. You are welcome to contact the admissions team at institute@fredrics.com or call 877.283.3233 / 513.533.0700 ext. 3.

Are there Aveda Fredric’s Institute’s in other locations?
We are happy to announce that a second Aveda Fredric’s Institute will be opening in 2005 in Indianapolis, Indiana. For details please contact the Admissions team at 877.283.3233 / 513.533.0700 ext. 3.

Does Aveda Fredric’s Institute provide continuing education?
In compliance with the Ohio State Board of cosmetology the Aveda Fredric’s Institute is not permitted to provide continuing education for licensed professionals. Fredric’s Corporation holds continuing education for licensed professionals currently employed at salon spas carrying Aveda products. Please contact the Fredric's Corporation Education Department at 513.533.0700 or visit www.fredrics.com.