In this program, students learn skills to become professionals as nail technicians, nail salon managers, or nail educators. Students also prepare for the state board exam to become a licensed nail technician in Vermont.
This course of study is a full 250-clock hour nail technology course, offered part time. A 2 day, 16 hours per week schedule is required to complete. This course covers units in both practical and theory applications. Classes are from 8:30 am – 5:00 pm.
This course of study is a full 150-clock hour barbering course, currently offered part time on a 16 hour, 2 day per week schedule.
We use Pivot Point curriculum along with an Aveda Curriculum supplement. Including chapters on study skills, history of barbering, professional image, bacteriology, infection control, implements/tools, equipment, anatomy/physiology, chemistry, electricity/ light therapy, properties and disorders of the skin, properties and disorders of the scalp, treatment of the hair/ scalp, men’s facial massage and treatments, shaving and facial hair design, men’s haircutting and styling, men’s hair pieces, women’s haircutting and styling, chemical texture services, hair coloring and lightening, nails and manicuring, barbershop management, job search, state board preparation and licensing laws.
Aveda also offers a series of career development classes and guest speakers. The barbering course covers units in both practical and theory application.
In this 500 hour certificate program, students learn skills to become professionals in the areas of facial treatments and skincare, hair removal, make up, and more. Students also prepare for the state board exam to become a licensed Esthetician in Vermont.
We currently offer a 3 day schedule, 30 hours per week, 8:00 am to 6:30 pm.
In this 750 hour certificate program, students learn skills to become professionals in haircutting and hairstyling and learn about owning their own salons. Students also prepare for the state board exam to become a licensed barber in Vermont.
We currently offer a 3 day schedule, 24 hours per week (depending on start date), 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.
In this 1,000 hour certificate program, students learn skills to become professionals as fashion photo stylists, makeup artists, Aveda Global Educators, retail sales specialists, hair colorists, salon owners, and more. Students also prepare for the state board exam to become a licensed cosmetologist in Vermont.
We currently offer a 3 day schedule, 24 hours per week (depending on start date), 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Six saturdays are required during senior hours for all cosmetology students.
If you are new to the field of nursing and want to enter the workforce quickly, our Practical Nursing Certificate program is designed for you. This nursing education program will put you on track to earn a livable wage as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and prepare you to enter Vermont State’s associate degree in nursing program at the same time.
With Vermont State University’s Paramedicine Certificate, you will gain the skills and knowledge you need to apply to take the National Registry of EMT’s Paramedic examination and enter this growing field.
The four-semester program includes independent study, online discussions, lectures, demonstrations, and practice in an Emergency Medical Services (EMS) lab. Under preceptor supervision, students also provide patient care in a variety of pre-hospital and in-hospital healthcare settings.
Vermont State’s Clinical Mental Health program prepares you for careers that promote individual and community wellness, resilience, and recovery. Gain strong preparation for licensure as a clinical mental health counselor in a highly relevant program designed for adult learners. We combine intensive weekend instruction once a month with remote learning and cover a wide variety of content on the clinical mental health community and private practice settings. Work with faculty who are scholar-practitioners with national and local expertise in counseling, integrated service delivery, research, and administration leadership.
Whether it be tap-to-pay at the grocery store, the operating system of your cell phone, or the media player you stream your favorite show on, our day-to-day lives use a wide range of software. An associate or bachelor’s degree in software engineering from Vermont State University will equip you with the theory and technical skills to work in any part of the software development life cycle.
Radiologic technologists use imaging technology to help identify what is happening in the bones, organs, tissues, and vessels of a patient’s body. By earning your Associate of Science in Radiologic Science at Vermont State University, you will gain the imaging skills to help identify life-threatening conditions and prevent disease.
Through coursework and hands-on experience in clinical settings, you will be introduced to general, fluoroscopic, trauma, orthopedic, and surgical imaging. You’ll also learn how to use effective non-verbal, oral, and written communication in patient care.
Program graduates may apply for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification exam. Passing this exam opens the door to cross-training in CT, mammography, and more.