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Avi Career Training
Great Falls, Virginia · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 10130-a Colvin Run Rd, Great Falls, VA 22066 · Phone: (703) 759-2200 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Avi Career Training is a private for-profit trade school in Great Falls, Virginia offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Avi Career Training has an 85.7% completion rate, above the Virginia state average of 57.1%, with median graduate debt of $6,333 and median earnings of $28,615 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Avi Career Training is $20,685, and the school participates in federal Title IV aid, with 75.0% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $31,530 | $39,350 | $49,980 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists (U.S.) | $27,040 | $35,790 | $48,830 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Virginia (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 39 | $23,423 | $14,230 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | $23,423 | $14,230 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | $23,423 | $14,230 | $6,333 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Avi Career Training is a private for-profit trade school located in Great Falls, Virginia. The campus is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students may use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help pay for tuition. Its programs fall under esthetician and cosmetology training, with the school's most-awarded credentials being esthetician schools (39 completers) and cosmetology schools (9 completers).
Federal data shows an 85.7% completion rate at this campus, above the Virginia state average of 57.1%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $28,615. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $20,685, and 75.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student body with substantial financial need.
Given its concentration in esthetician and cosmetology programs, this campus may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on training in personal care trades rather than a multi-year associate degree path; program lengths themselves are not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm scheduling directly with the school. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status with the Council on Occupational Education and review the campus's outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before applying.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Avi Career Training offers esthetician and cosmetology programs, with esthetician schools (39 completers) and cosmetology schools (9 completers) being the top programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grant funding can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 85.7%, which is above the Virginia state average of 57.1%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $28,615.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $20,685.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Avi Career Training is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels and the mix of federal aid students rely on; 75.0% of its students receive Pell Grants.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (703) 759-2200 or via its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?448257.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing career?
The school's focus on esthetician and cosmetology training suggests a career-focused, hands-on setting, though specific program lengths and schedules are not reported in federal data, so career changers should confirm fit directly with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Avi Career Training by phone at (703) 759-2200 or through its website at https://www.avicareertraining.com/.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to learn about state licensing steps for esthetician or cosmetology careers.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students can use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across schools.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.