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Hairstyling Program

Program Overview

The Hairstyling Program at 1st Academy of Beauty equips students with the essential skills needed to provide beauty services, including hairstyling, arranging, blow drying, cleansing, curling, cutting, dressing, extending, shampooing, waving, or nonchemical straightening the hair of any person using both electrical and nonelectrical devices..

The program combines classroom learning with hands-on practical experience, ensuring that students are well-prepared for a successful career in the beauty industry.

What You’ll Learn

  • Haircutting & Styling: Techniques for cutting, wet hairstyling, and thermal styling for both male and female clients.

  • Client Communication: Develop the ability to understand and meet client preferences to ensure satisfaction.

Program Details

  • Hairstyling (English): 600 Clock Hours CIP # 12.0401, SOC # 39-5012.

  • Hairstyling (Theory Only): 600 Clock Hours CIP # 12.0401, SOC # 39-5012.

  • Hairstyling (Vietnamese): 600 Clock Hours CIP # 12.0401, SOC # 39-5012.

  • Hairstyling (Vietnamese – Theory Only): 600 Clock Hours CIP # 12.0401, SOC # 39-5012

Certificate Program: These programs are below college level and focus on practical training.

Course Breakdown:

  • Classroom Instruction: 190 hours
  • Practical Training: 410 hours
  • Full-Time Schedule: 15 to 26 weeks to complete the program.
  • Flexible Learning: Up to 150 hours (25%) of the program.

Career Outlook

As a Hairstylist, job opportunities are abundant:

  • Bright Outlook: Expected job growth is much faster than average, with high demand for beauty professionals.
  • Work Environments: Salons, spas, hotels, and freelance opportunities.
  • Flexibility: Many work full-time, but part-time and self-employment options are also available.

This information comes from O*NET Bright Outlook occupations and My Next Move career outlook designations (based on Bureau of Labor Statistics Employment Projections 2021-31). Note this information is only available at a national level, so even if you selected a state, you’ll see this information for the whole country.

Why Choose 1st Academy of Beauty?

At 1st Academy of Beauty, our expert instructors, bilingual (English and Vietnamese) programs, and hands-on training ensure you’re fully prepared for success in the thriving cosmetology industry.