Program Outline
Hair Art Academy’s 1152 hr program consists of a full time 5 days/ 40 hr a week / 7.5 month program or a part-time 3 days/ 24hr/ a week 11.75 month program. Our hairdressing Diploma course is designed for the serious student who wishes to become a well-trained hair professional, capable of providing the kind of comprehensive service demanded of professional hair stylists today, in well-established, reputable salons. With experience, a successful graduate from our school should be capable of meeting every challenge that accomplished stylists in salons deal with on a daily basis.
In addition to the teaching and support of our training staff, students are provided with their own textbooks and study guides. Instructors guide and monitor students through all work sessions. Both theory and practical assignments are used to assess progress. From time to time, students meet individually with an instructor for an informal review.
Our program will provide you with superior skill development, comprehensive understanding plus the best hands-on client experience we can offer, to help you hone your skills and boost your confidence. We will be there to support you and help you meet your goals every step of the way.
This Program has been approved by The Private Training Institutes Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Post Secondary Education and Future Skills.
Hairdressing Program Outline
Students will gain knowledge, practical and theory experience in all aspects of Hairdressing including but not limited to Hair Cutting, Hair Styling, Coloring, Perming and working with clients, improving their communication skills, career development, public and personal hygiene, first aid, public safety and overall salon ecology. Students practice and develop all the skills and abilities required to be successful in Hairdressing field.
Career Occupation
Hair Dresser, Salon Consultant, Salon Manager, Sales representative, Platform artist, Salon Owner or Hairdressing Educator
Admission Requirements
To be successful in the program, all students must have a level of English proficiency that enables them to participate in all aspects of the program. As such, an applicant whose primary language is not English will be required to produce proof that they have completed 1 of the requirements below. Students who are fluent in English, although not their first language, can provide the Hair Art Academy with transcripts that confirm Grade 12 English or a post-secondary education diploma or degree completed in English. Applications submitted without supporting documentation demonstrating English Language Proficiency will be deemed ineligible for admission.
Grade 12 with proof of diploma or 19 years of age verified by government issued Identification.
New Acceptable Language Proficiency Proof
Completion of 3 years of full-time secondary education (Grade 8-12) from a country where English is one of the principal languages.
Completion of 2 years of full-time post-secondary education at an accredited institution where English is the language of instruction (excluding ESL courses)
Minimum Accepted English Language Proficiency assessment test scores:
IELTS Band Min. 5.5 Overall (Academic)
TOEFL IBT Min 46 - CLB Min. - Listening 6, Speaking 6, Reading 5 and Writing 5
CELPIP Min. - Listening 6, Speaking 6, Reading 5 and Writing 5
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of the 1,152 hour Hairdressing program, students will be prepared for a variety of employment opportunities in the cosmetology Industry.
Students completing this program can enter immediately into employment in the hairdressing field and will have gained experience in:
Cutting and Style men’s and woman’s Hair.
Execute the wrapping and processing techniques in Perming Hair
Techniques In Balayage
Organize a daily schedule
Create and construct up styles
Perform Foiling and lowlighting techniques
Visualize hairstyles, color and haircuts
Effectively retail salon Products
Complete and effective client consultation
Initiate and achieve an effective hair coloring service
Method(s) of Evaluation
Students are evaluated by weekly written chapter exams through the Milady standard exam book for their theory portion of the Hairdressing Program.
Students will also be evaluated daily with a practical client evaluation sheet marked by their instructor after each salon clinic service. Students will receive a progress review twice during their program once within 30 percent of their program end and another at or near the end of their completion date. Final theory evaluation is done by 125 question exam and by a practical skills exam.
Completion Requirements
The student must complete 1152 hours, successfully pass all weekly chapter tests and final theory exam with a 70 percent or greater mark. The student must also successfully pass their Practical assessment exam with a pass in all practical skills.
Program Duration
Hair Art Academy 1152 Hours Hair Styling Program
Full Time (29 Weeks - 40 Hours Per Week) - Tuesday to Saturday
Part Time (48 Weeks - 24 Hours Per Week) - Wednesday to Friday
Tuition & Fees
Full Time or Part Time: All prices are subject to change but guaranteed once registered.
Tuition: $12900.00 (Domestic) $15900.00 (International)
Premium Student Kit, Textbooks and Mannequin Heads: $2408.00
Non-Refundable Registration Fee: $300 (Domestic) $300 (International)
*Canada Student Loan Option is Available for those who qualifies.
*Payment Plans available for Self Paying Students.
Program Start Dates
Sept 2025 - (One Spot Left)
Jan 2026 - (6 Spots Left)
May 2026 - (Sign Up Now)
Required course materials
Milady Foundations textbook and Milady Cosmetology textbook. Student equipment kit, Mannequins Heads.
Program Organization
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| Foundations Text Book (Theory) | |
| Life Skills (Foundations) | 5 Hours |
| The Healthy Professional (Foundations) | 5 Hours |
| Professional Image (Foundations) | 5 Hours |
| Communication (Foundations) | 5 Hours |
| Infection Control (Foundations) | 5 Hours |
| Basics of Chemistry (Foundations) | 5 Hours |
| Basics of Electricity (Foundations) | 5 Hours |
| Career Planning (Foundations) | 5 Hours |
| On the Job (Foundations) | 5 Hours |
| Cosmetology Text Book (Theory) | |
| History and Career (Cosm) | 5 Hours |
| General Anatomy and Physiology (Cosm) | 5 Hours |
| Skin Disorders and Disease (Cosm) | 5 Hours |
| Principles of Hair Design (Cosm) | 5 Hours |
| Hair Services Prep (Cosm) | 5 Hours |
| Hair and Scalp Properties (Cosm) | 5 Hours |
| Hair and Scalp Disorders (Cosm) | 5 Hours |
| Haircutting (Cosm) | 5 Hours |
| Hairstyling (Cosm) | 5 Hours |
| Braiding Additions and Wigs (Cosm) | 5 Hours |
| Wigs (Cosm) | 5 Hours |
| Chemical Texture Services (Cosm) | 5 Hours |
| Hair Colouring (Cosm) | 5 Hours |
| Skin Structure (Cosm) | 5 Hours |
| Beauty Business (Cosm) | 5 Hours |
| Hands On | |
| Styling (Blow-drying, Heat Styling) | 48 Hours |
| Roller/Perm Sets | 24 Hours |
| Colour (Base colour, Highlights, Balayage) | 72 Hours |
| Hair Cutting | 120 Hours |
| Guest Artist | |
| Social Media (Joy) | 2 Hours |
| Colour Theory (*Manufacturer Artist) | 8 Hours |
| Keratin Smoothing Class (*Manufacturer Artist) | 8 Hours |
| Specialty Styling (Faye) | 4 Hours |
| Extensions (Bellami Artist) | 3 Hours |
| Barbering Class (Sunny) | 4 Hours |
| Salon Financials (Tommy) | 2 Hours |
| Practical Hours (Student Clinic Hours) | 737 Hours |
| Total Hours | 1152 Hours |