Academy of Professional Hair Design

Smart thinking! You've found the perfect opportunity to jump into the solid and exciting industry of hair design. You'll gain lifelong skills you can take anywhere, skills that give you earning power and even the ability to be your own boss. The Academy of Professional Hair Design will show you how. We're very well established, providing superior training for over 20 years. Our facility is modern and our instructors highly respected. The program is affordable and less expensive than other schools. We believe students should not only be taught about hair design, but health within the industry as well as practical business applications. Come study with the best, and learn how a career in hair design will benefit you forever.


About us
Mission Statement
To offer our students the cutting edge in beauty culture education in a positive learning environment.

Our School
Academy has been educating professional hair stylists for over 20 years. The Academy of Professional Hair Design is registered and governed by the Alberta Vocational Schools Act. We offer the 1400 hour Beauty Culture Certification Program.


Shadowing
Call to book a day with one of our students to see what you'll be learning when you join the Academy. You will shadow a student, be able to ask questions and gain more insight into this excellent career opportunity. We love visitors, so come check us out. (JAY - yellow can be left out, since its kinda gay, you make the call.)

The Hair Program
Our 1400 hour program is divided into two parts: theory and practical application.

Theory
Professional Development
Salon Ecology
Anatomy and Physiology
Electricity
Chemistry
Salon Business
Trichology
Design Decisions
Hair Cutting
Hair Styling
Wigs and Hair Extensions (#1 growing trend in the beauty industry!)
Perms
Hair Coloring
The Study of Nails
The Study of Skin


For two months each morning is dedicated to the instruction and demonstration of these chapters. The afternoon is spent applying this information practically on mannequins and other students under the guidance of our excellent theory instructor.

Practical Application
Next you’ll be working with clients in a salon like atmosphere. This an exciting transformation time for our students. Confidence is built and the real experience begins. The remaining eight months is spent honing the skills with the guidance and encouragement of our educators. Our talented educators stay up to date on the latest trends by attending “What’s New” programs in cutting techniques, color and perming, which they then pass on to you!


Additional Inspirational Training
Health – we believe students should be aware of health issues specifically related to the cosmetology industry. Topics include: the benefits of essential oils, wheat grass& detoxification.
Financial Literacy is another area we cover as well as handwriting analysis.

Enrollment Requirements

Personal Interview
Minimum 17 years of age
Completion of grade 10 science

Student funding is available for qualified candidates.

Details are available upon receipt of your application

Monthly payment plans may be arranged

Tuition: $5,210.00

Student Kit: $1,474.00

Total Cost: $6,684.00

Registration fee is $75.00 and will secure a place for you in our next session. This fee is non refundable and is included in your tuition.

School Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 – 5:00
Evenings: Wednesday & Thursday till 8:00 pm

Call (403) 347-2018 now to get started!