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College Diploma Hairstyling

2 Years On Campus Diploma Program

Algonquin College Ottawa

Program Overview

This two-year Ontario College Diploma program prepares students with the knowledge and skills necessary to work as a hair stylist. The program of study emphasizes a strong theory and practical component in cutting, styling, permanent waving, chemical hair relaxing, colouring and lightening hair. Students also gain knowledge and skills in hair addition service, as well as salon operations. Students demonstrate and practice these techniques in the College`s fully functional salon, developing individualized styling options, prescribing products and performing safe and hygienic practices on clients.

Program Key Stats

$17300 (Annual cost)



88 %

Eligibility Criteria


80
560
6.5
80

Additional Information & Requirements

Official transcripts, Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent or Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) certificate or General Educational Development (GED) certificate, IELTS-6.0, TOEFL-IBT: 80 (with the minimum of 20 in each component: Reading 20; Listening: 20; Speaking: 20; Writing: 20)

Career Options

  • Graduates may gain employment as hair stylists
  • colour technicians
  • or salon managers in salons and day or resort spas
  • They may also be employed as sales representatives for manufacturers
  • distributors and retailers of hairstyling products or may pursue self-employment opportunities

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