Hairstyling (4 semesters)

In this course students will prepare for the introductory roles and responsibilities as a professional Hairstylist. Students will have the opportunity to research and evaluate training opportunities and create professional goals that align with areas of interest. Emphasis will be placed on professional ethics and conduct, professional development, and communication skills, resulting in the ability to effectively contribute to a salon team.

In this course, students will be introduced to basic haircutting skills that are an integral part of the hairstyling profession. The theoretical component of this course will include, the principles of haircutting that are used in both basic and advanced haircutting techniques. In the lab, students will begin to develop haircutting skills, focus on health and safety, and build professional skills within a salon environment.

In this course, students will be introduced to health, safety, and sanitation as it relates to the salon industry. Incorporation of workplace safety and other standards that will apply for students when in the training salon, in community placements, and for future job opportunities. Students will discover the regulatory agencies and requirements for infection prevention and control.

In this course, students will be introduced to preparatory procedures and basic hairstyling skills that are an integral part of the industry. The theoretical component will include, the basic tools, techniques, and products used for hair care and hairstyling services as well as the properties of the hair and scalp. In the lab, students will implement safe working practices, shampoo, and scalp massage techniques, as well as basic blow-drying and hot tool styling.

In this course, students will continue to develop the non-technical skills required by Hairstylists and salon professionals, specifically relating to client acquisition, retention, and other business-building strategies. Students will determine objectives associated with a successful Hairstylist, particularly at the early stages of a career. Emphasis will be placed on building a clientele, marketing and self-promotion, retailing, and goal setting for the purpose of becoming an in-demand Hairstylist. This course will also serve as the seminar portion of Applied Learning Experience 1, where students will reflect on their learning and experiences.

In this course, students will have the opportunity to perform the day-to-day skills associated with working in a professional salon. Students will apply and practice hairstyling, haircutting, and chemical service skills as well as foundational communication and consultations. Students will also perform routine salon functions and a variety of roles associated with a salon professional.

In this course, students will be introduced to basic skills as they relate to haircolouring and other chemical services provided in a professional salon. The theoretical portion of the course will include; introductory chemistry, safety standards, and fundamentals of haircolouring concepts. In the practical (lab-based) portion of the course, the students will develop skills in basic haircolouring techniques, following safety, sanitation, and other workplace standards.

In this course, students will continue to develop haircutting skills from Haircutting 1. This course will expand into barbering skills. The theoretical portion of this course will include, consultation skills; tool safety, care, and maintenance; as well as principles of barbering and short haircutting design. In the lab, students will develop haircutting skills using barbering tools and techniques for the purpose of offering services in this area of hairstyling.

In this course, students will have the opportunity to perform the day-to-day tasks associated with working in a professional salon. Students will apply and practice intermediate hairstyling, haircutting, and chemical services while developing communication and consultation skills. Students will also perform routine salon functions and a variety of roles associated with a salon professional.

In this course, students will be introduced to experiential learning in a professional salon environment. Students work alongside a variety of hairstyling industry experts engaging in entry-level related tasks. This course also provides real-world learning opportunities in networking, mentorship, ethical practices, and professionalism.

In this course, students will continue to build on the chemical services skills from Chemical Services 1. The theoretical portion of this course will expand on hair colour formulation and introduce the chemistry of texture services (permanent waves and chemical relaxers). In the practical (lab-based) portion of this course, the students will develop skills in intermediate haircolouring techniques, basic permanent waves, and chemical relaxers.

In this course, students will have the opportunity to perform the day-to-day tasks associated with working in a professional salon. Students will apply and practice advanced hairstyling, haircutting, hair additions, and chemical services while mastering communication and consultation skills. Students will also perform routine salon functions and a variety of roles associated with a salon professional.

In this course, students will combine knowledge obtained in previous courses to develop skill in the area of hair design. Students will explore the elements and principles of hair design and utilize the information to create a compete look. Students will analyze how to use haircutting, chemical services, and hairstyling to compliment a client facial structure and hair type. This course will solidify the knowledge of their technical skills and develop mastery of the design process.

In this course, students will build upon entrepreneurial skills learned in previous courses, expanding into business development and ownership. Emphasis will be placed on the roles and responsibilities of a salon owner, as well as start-up related to opening a business. Students will have the opportunity to develop and present a business proposal and design a salon.

In this course, students will proceed with their pursuit of experiential learning in a professional salon environment. Students work alongside a variety of hairstyling industry experts engaging in industry-related tasks. This course also provides real-world learning opportunities in networking, mentorship, ethical practices, and professionalism.

In this course, students will perform hairstyling skills with a focus on formal styling. The theoretical component will include, design techniques used in hairstyling services for the purpose of creating suitability. In the lab, students will ensure safe working practices while implementing a variety of formal styles and finishing techniques.

In this course, students will continue their experiential learning in a professional salon environment. Students will work alongside a variety of hairstyling professionals engaging in more advanced tasks that might be expected of an apprentice or salon employee. This course provides real-world learning opportunities that align with each student's specific career goals for the future.

In this course, current students, graduates, and journeypersons apprentices will review all theoretical concepts, best practices, and scenarios in the hairstyling trade. Emphasis will be placed on the fundamentals needed when challenging the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development certificate of qualification exam in the province of Ontario.

In this course, students will master haircutting techniques from the previous haircutting courses. This course will expand into advanced haircuts and trends. Students will master skills in cutting techniques and customize haircuts to specific clients and hair types.

In this course, students will continue to build on the knowledge and skill from the previous chemical services courses. Students will implement advanced haircolouring and permanent wave techniques and develop skills in creating customized and on-trend looks with these services. Students will demonstrate mastery in the area of chemical services.