Cosmotology



Did you know that the average cosmetology school costs $10,000-$15,000 in tuition? The CAVIT Cosmetology program continues to be one of the best investments a student in Pinal County can make in his or her future.

Due to the program’s popularity and rigorous Arizona State Board standards, there is a special application process for CAVIT Cosmetology. sophomore and junior students must complete an application packet by the deadline February 26, 2010 to attend the following year as a junior and senior. Entrance to the program is merit-based, not first-come first-served. CAVIT does everything possible to place all applicants meeting the minimum requirements and students on the placement list are offered admittance as soon as space is available.



The 2010-2011 Cosmetology program is closed.



  • Must be a full-time student at one of the five participating satellite school districts.
  • Must have obtained ten high school credits.
  • Must have successfully completed two years of English.
  • Display a good attendance record.


Students who successfully complete the curriculum and the required hours qualify to take the Basic Operator’s exam given by the State of Arizona.



This program requires 1,600 hours of classroom instruction.



  • 2nd Place - Arizona 2008 SkillsUSA Cosmetology Competition
  • 1st - 3rd Place- Region 3 2008 SkillsUSA Cosmetology Competition
  • 2nd Place - 2007 Arizona SkillsUSA Cosmetology Competition


  • Hair Stylist
  • Nail Technician
  • Makeup Artist
  • Skin Care Specialist



CAVIT Salon

CAVIT will be opening its new salon to the community on December 1, 2010. Check back for details!



Program Instructor

Elizabeth Turner
(520) 426-4937




  • Students attend classes during the school year from 12:30-5 p.m. Monday through Friday.



  • Cosmetology $593.00