Aveda Institute Maryland, a private, proprietary, co-educational institution of higher learning, educates men and women for challenging and rewarding careers in the field of Cosmetology Arts and Sciences. Our philosophy has grown out of the simple belief that education at Aveda Institute Maryland should be useful. Our mission as a school is to provide optimum educational opportunities and guidance so that students may formulate and achieve their professional and personal goals, as well as develop the skills, knowledge and attitudes that will enable them to become involved, contributing members of their social and business communities. Graduates are able to assume roles at the entry level in the cosmetology profession with a greater potential for future advancement either by further education or practical experience.