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Hairstyling

A career in Hairstyling literally allows you to make your clients’ visions a reality at each and every appointment.  If you’re the one who gives hair advice, demos and at-home colour treatments to your friends; a career in Hairstyling is most definitely for you.  Do what you love AND get paid for it…. how much better does it get?

Did you know that this industry also offers great flexibility?  You can work for a salon, open your own business, set your own hours and even your own prices in many instances.  Work as much or as little as you like; Hairstylists are almost always the masters of their own schedules.

Areas of Focus

Our Hairstyling program includes classes in the following subject areas:

  • Preparation, Procedures and Treatments
  • Cutting, Styling & Colouring Fundamentals
  • Wave & Relax 1 & 2
  • Advanced Cutting
  • Advanced Colouring
  • Salon Operations
  • Managing a Small Business
  • Client Services for Practical Experience

Learn program theory via live, instructor-led training on our very own online learning platform – TCLearn, then move into the Training Location for your in-person skills training.  Once you’ve mastered your hands-on skills training, you’ll be ready to participate in offering professional hair services in our student salon!

Employment Opportunities

After graduating from our Hairstyling program you will be prepared to work anywhere from franchise salons to the television & film industry.  If being your own boss is the path that you’ve always dreamed of, don’t worry you will have learned the fundamental skills to make that happen too!

Admission Requirements

  •  Student Enrolment in Hairstyling Disclaimer
  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma
* Students can complete the grade 12 or equivalent while in the hairstyling program, however, the diploma or equivalent must be obtained prior to seeking acceptance as an apprentice.

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Additional Information

Career Options

  • Salon Assistant - $31,886 + Gratuities
  • Hairstylist (Franchise Shop) - $46,392 + Gratuities
  • Salon Manager - $47,028
  • Senior Stylist (Higher end Clientele) - $80,000 + Gratuities

Employer Options

  • Entrepreneurship
  • Brand Education Consultancy
  • Salon Management
  • Distributor & Manufacturer Sales
  • Film & Television
  • Fashion Photography & Runway