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Student guide · Cosmetology Full Time Cohort

The semester, explained for Aveda Institute Portland-Vancouver Campus

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Cosmetology Full Time Cohort
Campus terms
9
Local details
8

Academic calendar

Cosmetology Full Time Cohort runs Nov 19, 2025 – Nov 9, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

78 entries
  1. Start Cycle Beginning September 17, 2025
  2. Cosmetology Full Time CohortRelevant now
  3. Start Cycle Beginning November 19, 2025
  4. Hair Design Full Time Cohort
  5. Cosmetology Full Time CohortStart Cycle Beginning January 28, 2026
  6. Hair Design Part-Time 1 Cohort
  7. Hair Design Part-Time 2 Cohort
  8. Cosmetology Part-Time 1 Cohort
  9. Cosmetology Part-Time 2 Cohort
  10. Rolling Cohort Academic Period 2026-2027
  11. Esthiology Part-Time 2 Cohort
  12. Esthiology Part-Time 1 Cohort
  13. Hair Design Full Time Cohort
  14. Cosmetology Full Time CohortStart Cycle Beginning March 25, 2026
  15. Hair Design Part-Time 1 Cohort
  16. Hair Design Part-Time 2 Cohort
  17. Cosmetology Part-Time 2 Cohort
  18. Cosmetology Part-Time 1 Cohort
  19. Instructor Cadet Part-Time 2 Cohort
  20. Instructor Cadet Part-Time 1 Cohort
  21. Esthiology Full Time Cohort
  22. Esthiology Part-Time 1 Cohort
  23. Esthiology Part-Time 2 Cohort
  24. Hair Design Full Time Cohort
  25. Cosmetology Full Time CohortStart Cycle Beginning May 20, 2026
  26. Hair Design Part-Time 1 Cohort
  27. Hair Design Part-Time 2 Cohort
  28. Cosmetology Part-Time 2 Cohort
  29. Cosmetology Part-Time 1 Cohort
  30. Instructor Cadet Full Time Cohort
  31. Instructor Cadet Part-Time 1 Cohort
  32. Instructor Cadet Part-Time 2 Cohort
  33. Esthiology Full Time Cohort
  34. Esthiology Part-Time 1 Cohort
  35. Esthiology Part-Time 2 Cohort
  36. Hair Design Full Time Cohort
  37. Cosmetology Full Time CohortStart Cycle Beginning July 22, 2026
  38. Hair Design Part-Time 1 Cohort
  39. Hair Design Part-Time 2 Cohort
  40. Cosmetology Part-Time 2 Cohort
  41. Cosmetology Part-Time 1 Cohort
  42. Instructor Cadet Full Time Cohort
  43. Instructor Cadet Part-Time 1 Cohort
  44. Instructor Cadet Part-Time 2 Cohort
  45. Esthiology Full Time Cohort
  46. Esthiology Part-Time 1 Cohort
  47. Esthiology Part-Time 2 Cohort
  48. Hair Design Full Time Cohort
  49. Cosmetology Full Time CohortStart Cycle Beginning September 16, 2026
  50. Hair Design Part-Time 1 Cohort
  51. Hair Design Part-Time 2 Cohort
  52. Cosmetology Part-Time 1 Cohort
  53. Cosmetology Part-Time 2 Cohort
  54. Instructor Cadet Full Time Cohort
  55. Instructor Cadet Part-Time 1 Cohort
  56. Instructor Cadet Part-Time 2 Cohort
  57. Esthiology Full Time Cohort
  58. Esthiology Part-Time 1 Cohort
  59. Esthiology Part-Time 2 Cohort
  60. Hair Design Full Time Cohort
  61. Cosmetology Full Time CohortStart Cycle Beginning November 18, 2026
  62. Hair Design Part-Time 1 Cohort
  63. Hair Design Part-Time 2 Cohort
  64. Cosmetology Part-Time 1 Cohort
  65. Cosmetology Part-Time 2 Cohort
  66. Start Cycle Beginning January 27, 2027
  67. Rolling Cohort Academic Period 2027-2028
  68. Cosmetology Cohort Start 2027-03-24Start Cycle Beginning March 24, 2027
  69. Cosmetology Cohort Start 2027-05-19
  70. Cosmetology Cohort Start 2027-07-21
  71. Cosmetology Cohort Start 2027-11-17

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9 terms

H

HLO
The Health Licensing Office, the state agency that oversees cosmetology licensing in Oregon.

I

Intro
The first few weeks of the program focused on Aveda rituals and basic technical skills.

N

NACCAS
The National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, the body that accredits the school for financial aid eligibility.

O

OBP
Oregon Board of Pharmacy, often discussed in relation to the Oregon Health Licensing Office (HLO) requirements for Portland students.

P

Phase 1
The introductory classroom-only portion of the curriculum before students are allowed to work on the floor.

S

Service Guest
The formal term used for clients who book appointments at the student salon.
State Board
The final practical and written examinations required by Oregon or Washington to obtain a professional license.

T

The Floor
The student salon area where students perform services on live 'service guests' under instructor supervision.
The Kit
The large, rolling suitcase of professional tools (shears, blow dryers, etc.) issued to students upon starting.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

8 details
All Black
The mandatory professional dress code requiring students to wear solid black clothing without logos.
Aveda Rituals
Specific wellness services (like hand massages or essential oil treatments) that students must perform for every guest.
Clocking in
The essential daily task of recording hours via the school's time-tracking system to meet state-mandated graduation requirements.
Pro-Solutions
The salon management software used by students to check their schedules and manage guest services.
The Book
Refers to the student's appointment schedule for the day on the salon floor.
The Dispensary
The back-room area where students retrieve professional products, mix hair color, and drop off soiled linens.
The Pearl
The Portland campus location situated in the Pearl District.
Vancouver
The Vancouver campus location, often referred to by its proximity to the Vancouver Mall.

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What academic term is relevant now?
Cosmetology Full Time Cohort runs Nov 19, 2025 – Nov 9, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
9 approved campus terms and 8 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Vancouver for Aveda Institute Portland-Vancouver Campus Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Vancouver.

Timezone

Pacific Time (PT)

Median Rent

$1,650

Cost of Living Index

112

Student Population

25,000

City Transportation

Walkability

38

Bikeability

66

Public Transit

C-TRAN bus network, The Vine bus rapid transit, Connections to Portland MAX Light Rail via bus

Nearest Airports

Portland International Airport (PDX), Pearson Field (general aviation)

Climate Averages

Climate

Mediterranean/oceanic transition (Csb)

Avg Annual Temp

54°F

Avg Snowfall

6 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Vancouver Campus Student Parking

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Available only during class hours; risk of towing if left after hours.

Campus News

Latest updates from Aveda Institute Portland-Vancouver Campus

Earth Month 2026: $14,810 Raised for Hopkins Demonstration Forest

Aveda Institute Portland announced the completion of its 2026 Earth Month fundraiser, successfully raising over $14,000 for the Hopkins Demonstration Forest through various student-led initiatives.

May 18, 2026

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After the Career Fair Follow Up: 5 Ways to Turn Connections into Opportunities

The Institute shared professional development tips for students following the spring career fair, focusing on reflection and connection with potential employers.

Feb 24, 2026

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Aveda Institute Portland-Vancouver Campus

November 2026 Class Start Date

November 18, 2026

Vancouver Campus, 6615 NE Fourth Plain Blvd, Vancouver, WA 98661

Start date for students enrolled in the Cosmetology, Hair Design, and Esthiology programs at the Vancouver campus.

Thanksgiving Holiday Break

November 26, 2026

Aveda Institute Portland-Vancouver Campus

Campus closed for Thanksgiving Day and the following Friday (November 27).

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