*** Offered in Winter 2010 ***

This apprenticeship certificate program provides students with a high level of theoretical and practical training and prepares them to write the examination for certification as hairstylists in Ontario.

The program consists of two 8-week levels. Thirty hours per week are divided between theoretical instruction in cutting, styling, hair colouring, physiology, hygiene, and salon management and in practical hands-on experience. In general, students spend one-third of their time on theory and two-thirds on practical work.

Students must be working in the field to gain entry into the program, however, there is some flexibility in the program to meet the individual needs of students. The typical program of study incorporates the following: six months working in a hairstyling environment prior to registration at Algonquin; an eight-week common core level program; return to work for approximately one year; and then a second eight-week level in-school training. At that point, students return to the workplace to complete the remaining hours to qualify to write the provincial Hairstylist Certificate of Qualification examination.

The program provides up to 480 hours of in-class instruction and must be supplemented by 3,020 hours of on-the-job training. After completing the apprenticeship training, students write the provincial examination to obtain a licence.

SUCCESS FACTORS

This program is well-suited for students who:

• Enjoy interacting with people and providing superior service to clients.
• Have strong language (oral and written) skills.
• Are organized and energetic.