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Hairstyling Diploma Program in Winnipeg

Commonwealth College’s Hairstyling Diploma Program in Winnipeg provides students with a broad scope of knowledge and skills which will enable them to excel in the delivery of hairstyling services to clients. The Hairstyling Diploma Program is perfect for those wishing to pursue a career in this exciting, creative and rewarding field.

Hairstyling Diploma Program Overview

Graduates of the Commonwealth College Hairstyling program will find an abundance of career opportunities.

This 10 month Apprenticeship Manitoba accredited hairstyling program educates and develops skilled hairstylists in a state of the art lab using the latest techniques, tools and equipment. Hands on experience in cutting, styling, barbering, hair coloring and business skills give graduates the advantage needed to find work in a variety of salons and facilities.

Curriculum on Demand

Enjoy the advantage of anytime, anywhere access to the curriculum. Access it from any device and stay abreast of all the latest trends and styles.

MATRIX founded in 1980 is a leading professional haircare and hair color company in the United States and is part of L’Oreal USA’s Professional Products Division. Commonwealth College’s Hairstyling Program is proud to be associated with Matrix.

Career Opportunities

After graduating from Hairstyling Diploma Program in Winnipeg, you can take up any of the following job roles.

  • Barber
  • Hair Colour Technician
  • Hair Dresser
  • Hair Stylist
  • Wig Stylist

WHAT YOU COULD EARN UNDER A YEAR

$30,000 – $35,000

PROGRAM LENGTH

Duration : 1400 Hours

Apprenticeship Manitoba Approved & Recognized Program

How Do I Get Started?

We offer multiple start dates to give you flexibility in your education, life, and work schedules.

Oct 11, 2021 To Aug 02, 2022
Nov 08, 2021 To Aug 29, 2022
Dec 06, 2021 To Sep 26, 2022
Jan 10, 2022 To Oct 26, 2022
Feb 07, 2022 To Nov 24, 2022
Mar 07, 2022 To Dec 21, 2022
Apr 04, 2022 To Jan 25, 2023
May 02, 2022 To Feb 21, 2023
May 30, 2022 To Mar 21, 2023
Jun 27, 2022 To Apr 18, 2023
Jul 30, 2022 To May 15, 2023
Aug 22, 2022 To Jun 12, 2023
Sep 19, 2022 To Jul 11, 2023
Oct 17, 2022 To Jul 26, 2023
Nov 14, 2022 To Aug 31, 2023
Dec 12, 2022 To Sep 29, 2023

Course Fee

Registration Fee : $ 100.00 CAD
Tuition Fee : $ 12,450.00 CAD
Books/supplies : $ 2,900.00 CAD
Training Completion Fund (TCF) : $ 124.50 CAD
Other Fees : $ 75.00 CAD
Total Fees : $ 15,649.50 CAD
Courses Covered
Unit A1: Orientation I: Structure and Scope of Hairstylist
Course Duration : 30 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Understand the general objectives of the course of study.
  • Recognize needed lifestyle changes as a full-time student.
  • Clock in and out correctly.
  • Understand the various rules and policies implemented by the school.
  • Know the completion, licensure, and placement rates of the school.
  • Understand the importance of consumer safety and general safety procedures.
  • Describe appearance enhancement and how it relates to cosmetology.
  • Recognize how trends are influenced by the history of cosmetology.
  • List several career opportunities available to a licensed beauty practitioner.
  • List the principles that contribute to personal and professional success.
  • Create a mission statement.
  • Explain long-term and short-term goals.
  • Discuss the most effective ways to manage time.
  • Demonstrate good study habits.
  • Define ethics.
  • List the characteristics of a healthy, positive attitude.
  • Name four good personal hygiene habits.
  • Explain the concept of dressing for success.
  • Practice ergonomically correct movement, postures, and principles.
  • Take practical steps for effectively communicating in the workplace.
  • Conduct a successful client consultation.
  • Adequately manage tardy clients, schedule mix-ups, and unhappy clients.
  • Build open lines of communication with coworkers.
Unit A2: Hair and Scalp Analysis
Course Duration : 30 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Identify and distinguish the different structures of the hair root.
  • Point out and differentiate the differences among the three main layers of the hair shaft.
  • Identify and explain the three types of side bonds in the cortex.
  • Name and compare the differences among the three cycles of hair growth.
  • Give examples of the common types of hair loss and explain what can cause hair loss.
  • Identify and explain at least three options for hair loss treatment.
  • Learn to identify the most common hair and scalp disorders seen in the salon and school, and then name which ones a physician should treat.
  • Compare and describe the different factors that should be considered during a hair and scalp analysis.
Unit A3: Consultation, Pre-Service and Post-Service
Course Duration : 65 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to

  • Describe sources of hair design inspiration.
  • List the five elements of hair design and how they relate to hairstyling.
  • Explain the five principles of hair design and recognize their specific contribution to a hairstyle.
  • Understand the influence of hair type and texture on design.
  • Identify the seven different facial shapes and design a beneficial hairstyle for each.
  • Explain two design considerations for men.
Unit A4: Shampoos, Conditioners and Treatments
Course Duration : 20 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Identify the two most basic requirements for scalp care.
  • Demonstrate a scalp massage during a shampoo service.
  • Examine the differences and similarities of treating scalp and hair that are dry, oily, and/or affected by dandruff.
  • Describe how hair brushing contributes to a healthy scalp.
  • Evaluate the uses and benefits of the various types of shampoo.
  • Evaluate the uses and benefits of the various types of conditioners.
  • Demonstrate the appropriate draping for a basic shampooing and conditioning and draping for a chemical service.
  • Identify the Three-Part procedure of a hair care service and explain why it is useful.
Unit A5: Retail and Salon Management
Course Duration : 25 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Describe what is expected of a new employee and what this means in terms of your everyday behavior.
  • List the habits of a good salon team player.
  • Describe three different ways in which salon professionals are compensated.
  • Determine the best way to record your tips and make additional income.
  • Explain the principles of selling products and services in the salon.
  • List the most effective ways to build a client base.
Unit A6: New Trends
Course Duration : 17 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Define trends.
  • Identify new trends in the hairstyling industry.
  • Demonstrate the awareness of the evolution, technological progression, and new trends in basic haircutting and thermal styling.
  • Demonstrate the awareness of the evolution, technological progression, and new trends in related salon services.
  • Demonstrate new trends in the hairstylist industry on models.
Unit B1: Safety in the Workplace
Course Duration : 30 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • List the 16 categories of information required on Safety Data Sheets.
  • Understand laws and rules and the differences between them.
  • List the types and classifications of bacteria.
  • Define blood-borne pathogens and explain how they are transmitted.
  • Explain the differences between clearing, disinfecting, and sterilizing.
  • List the types of disinfectants and the steps to using them properly.
  • Define Standard Precautions.
  • List your responsibilities as a salon professional.
Unit B2: Sanitation and Decontamination
Course Duration : 35 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • List the 16 categories of information required on Safety Data Sheets.
  • Understand laws and rules and the differences between them.
  • List the types and classifications of bacteria.
  • Define blood-borne pathogens and explain how they are transmitted.
  • Explain the differences between clearing, disinfecting, and sterilizing.
  • List the types of disinfectants and the steps to using them properly.
  • Define Standard Precautions.
  • List your responsibilities as a salon professional.
Unit B3: Trade Safety Awareness
Course Duration : 07 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Explain where to find the Workplace Health and Safety Act and regulations.
  • Describe and demonstrate use of personal protective equipment and procedures.
  • Demonstrate process for maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
  • Describe the safe use of chemicals.
  • Demonstrate safe work practices.
  • Identify and describe ergonomic conditions.
  • Successfully complete WHMIS
Unit C1: Introduction to Male and Female Haircutting
Course Duration : 40 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Identify the reference pints on the head and understand their role in haircutting.
  • Define lines, sections, elevations, and guidelines.
  • List the factors involved in a successful client consultation.
  • Explain the uses of the various tools for haircutting.
  • Name three things you can do to ensure good posture and body position while cutting hair.
  • Perform the four basic haircuts.
  • List the multiple ways to section and cut the bang (fringe) area.
  • Discuss and explain three different texturizing techniques performed with shears.
  • Explain clipper cut.
  • Identify the uses of a trimmer.
Unit C2: Shear/Scissor Cutting
Course Duration : 120 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate mastery of the blunt haircut using shears/scissors.
  • Demonstrate mastery of the graduated, 45-degree elevation haircut using shears/scissors.
  • Demonstrate mastery of the uniform-layered (90-degree) haircut using shears/scissors.
  • Demonstrate mastery of the long-layered (180-degree) haircut using shears/scissors.
Unit C3: Razor Cutting/Neck Shaving
Course Duration : 70 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate mastery of the blunt haircut using a razor.
  • Demonstrate mastery of the graduated, 45-degree elevation haircut using a razor.
  • Demonstrate mastery of the uniform-layered (90-degree) haircut using a razor.
  • Demonstrate mastery of the long-layered (180-degree) haircut using a razor.
  • Demonstrate neck shaving using a razor.
Unit C4: Clipper Cutting
Course Duration : 90 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate master of a men’s basic clipper cut.
Unit C5: Texturizing/Thinning Shear Cutting
Course Duration : 45 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate mastery of texturizing haircuts using texturizers/thinning shears.
Unit D1: Chemical Texture Waves
Course Duration : 70 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Explain the four chemical reactions that take palce during permanent waving.
  • Explain the difference between an alkaline wave and a true acid wave.
  • Explain the purpose of neutralization in permanent waving.
  • Demonstrate safe and effective perm techniques.
  • Describe how thio relaxers straighten the hair.
  • Describe how hydroxide relaxers straighten the hair.
  • Demonstrate safe and effective hydroxide relaxing techniques.
  • Describe curl-reforming and how it restructures the hair.
Unit D2: Wrapping Design
Course Duration : 40 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate safe and effective perm techniques.
Unit D3: Chemical Smoothing and Relaxing Hair
Course Duration : 45 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Describe how thio relaxers straighten the hair.
  • Describe how hydroxide relaxers straighten the hair.
  • Demonstrate safe and effective hydroxide relaxing techniques.
  • Describe curl-reforming and how it restructures the hair.
Unit E1: Wigs, Hairpieces and Hair Extensions
Course Duration : 35 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Know the general history of braiding.
  • Recognize braiding basics and importance of a consultation.
  • Explain how to prepare the hair for braiding.
  • Describe the six types of braiding techniques: rope, fishtail, halo, invisible, single, and single braids with extensions.
  • Demonstrate the procedure for cornrows.
  • Explain the technique for textured sets and styles.
  • Demonstrate the procedure for starting locks and lock grooming.
  • Understand why cosmetologists should study wigs and hair additions.
  • Explain the difference between human hair and synthetic hair.
  • Examine the two basic categories of wigs.
  • Distinguish several types of hairpieces and their uses.
  • Review several different methods of attaching hair extensions.
Unit E2: Thermal Styling
Course Duration : 55 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Perform various blowdry styling techniques and learn the proper use of blowdry tools.
  • Demonstrate the proper use of thermal irons.
  • Demonstrate the proper use of a flat iron and show an understanding of heat settings.
  • Demonstrate various thermal iron manipulations and explain how they are used.
  • Describe the three types of hair pressing.
  • Understand the importance of hair preparation, sectioning, pinning, and balance with regard to updos for styling long hair.
Unit E3: Roller Setting
Course Duration : 50 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Execute finger waving, pin curling, roller setting, and hair wrapping.
  • Perform the for basic curl patterns and explain the result.
  • Understand the importance of hair preparation, sectioning, pinning, and balance with regard to updos for styling long hair.
Unit E4: Pin Curls
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Execute finger waving, pin curling, roller setting, and hair wrapping.
  • Perform the for basic curl patterns and explain the result.
  • Understand the importance of hair preparation, sectioning, pinning, and balance with regard to updos for styling long hair.
Unit E5: Finger Waves/Molding
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Execute finger waving, pin curling, roller setting, and hair wrapping.
  • Perform the for basic curl patterns and explain the result.
  • Understand the importance of hair preparation, sectioning, pinning, and balance with regard to updos for styling long hair.
Unit E6: Braiding
Course Duration : 20 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Know the general history of braiding.
  • Recognize braiding basics and importance of a consultation.
  • Explain how to prepare the hair for braiding.
  • Describe the six types of braiding techniques: rope, fishtail, halo, invisible, single, and single braids with extensions.
  • Demonstrate the procedure for cornrows.
  • Explain the technique for textured sets and styles.
  • Demonstrate the procedure for starting locks and lock grooming.
  • Review several different methods of attaching hair extensions.
Unit E7: Formal (Up Do) Hair
Course Duration : 40 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Understand the importance of hair preparation, sectioning, pinning, and balance with regard to updos for styling long hair.
  • Create the two foundational updos for styling long hair.
Unit F1: Preparation for Colouring and Colour Theory
Course Duration : 60 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • List the reason why people colour their hair.
  • Explain how the hairs porosity affects the hair.
  • Understand the types of melanin found in the hair.
  • Define and identify the levels and their role in formulating haircolour.
  • Identify primary, secondary, and tertiary colours.
  • Know what roles tone and intensity play in haircolour.
  • List and describe the categories of haircolour.
  • Explain the role of hydrogen peroxide in a haircolour formula.
  • Explain the action of hair lighteners.
  • List the five key questions to ask when formulating a haircolour.
  • Understand why a patch test is useful in haircolouring.
  • Define what a preliminary strand test is and why it is used.
  • List and describe the procedure for a virgin single-process color service.
  • Understand the two processes involved in double-process haircolouring.
  • Describe the various forms of hair lightener.
  • Understand the purpose and use of toners.
  • Name and describe the three most commonly used methods for highlighting.
  • Know how to properly cover grey hair.
  • Know the rules of color correction.
  • Know the safety precautions to follow during the haircolor process.
Unit F2: Temporary Colour
Course Duration : 10 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Understand the types of melanin found in the hair.
  • Define and identify the levels and their role in formulating haircolour.
  • Identify primary, secondary, and tertiary colours.
  • Know what roles tone and intensity play in haircolour.
  • Explain the role of hydrogen peroxide in a haircolour formula.
  • List and describe the procedure for a virgin single-process color service.
  • Demonstrate colouring hair on models using a variety of different temporary colour products.
Unit F3: Semi-Permanent Colouring
Course Duration : 20 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Understand the types of melanin found in the hair.
  • Define and identify the levels and their role in formulating haircolour.
  • Identify primary, secondary, and tertiary colours.
  • Know what roles tone and intensity play in haircolour.
  • Explain the role of hydrogen peroxide in a haircolour formula.
  • List and describe the procedure for a virgin single-process color service.
  • Demonstrate colouring hair on models using a variety of different semi-permanent colour products.
Unit F4: Demi-Permanent Colouring
Course Duration : 30 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Understand the types of melanin found in the hair.
  • Define and identify the levels and their role in formulating haircolour.
  • Identify primary, secondary, and tertiary colours.
  • Know what roles tone and intensity play in haircolour.
  • List and describe the procedure for a virgin single-process color service.
  • Demonstrate colouring hair on models using a variety of different demi-permanent colour products.
Unit F5: Permanent Colouring
Course Duration : 75 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Understand the types of melanin found in the hair.
  • Define and identify the levels and their role in formulating haircolour.
  • Identify primary, secondary, and tertiary colours.
  • Know what roles tone and intensity play in haircolour.
  • Explain the role of hydrogen peroxide in a haircolour formula.
  • List and describe the procedure for a virgin single-process color service.
  • Demonstrate colouring hair on models using a variety of different permnaent colour products.
Unit F6: Hair Lightening, Colour Removers and Toning
Course Duration : 75 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Understand the types of melanin found in the hair.
  • Define and identify the levels and their role in formulating haircolour.
  • Identify primary, secondary, and tertiary colours.
  • Know what roles tone and intensity play in haircolour.
  • Explain the role of hydrogen peroxide in a haircolour formula.
  • Explain the action of hair lighteners.
  • Describe the various forms of hair lightener.
  • Understand the purpose and use of toners.
  • Name and describe the three most commonly used methods for highlighting.
  • Demonstrate colouring hair on models using a variety of different hair lightening, colour remover and toning products.
Unit F7: Special Effects
Course Duration : 40 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Understand the types of melanin found in the hair.
  • Define and identify the levels and their role in formulating haircolour.
  • Identify primary, secondary, and tertiary colours.
  • Know what roles tone and intensity play in haircolour.
  • Explain the role of hydrogen peroxide in a haircolour formula.
  • Explain the action of hair lighteners.
  • Name and describe the three most commonly used methods for highlighting.
  • Describe special effects and techniques.
  • Describe the various methods used for special effects.
  • Demonstrate special effect techniques on models.
Unit G1: Specialized Services
Course Duration : 30 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Identify the four types of nail technology tools required to perform a manicure.
  • Explain the difference between multiuse (reusable) and single-use (disposable) implements.]name and describe the three-part procedure used in the performance of the basic manicure.
  • Explain why a consultation is important before a service in the salon.
  • List and describe the five basic nail shapes for women.
  • Describe the most popular nail shape for men.
  • List the massage movements for preforming a relaxing hand and arm massage.
  • Demonstrate a basic manicure.
  • Describe the various types of cosmetics and their uses for facial makeup.
  • Explain how to use color theory when choosing cosmetics for makeup application.
  • Identify different facial types and summarize basic makeup techniques to alter them.
  • Name and describe the two types of artificial eyelashes.
  • List tips for creating special-occasion makeup for eyes, cheeks, and lips.
  • Demonstrate a makeup application.
Unit H1: Orientation Ii: The Job Of Journeywork
Course Duration : 07 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Determine the career focus by using the Inventory of Personal Characteristics and Technical Skills.
  • List the different salon business categories.
  • Develop a cover letter, resume, and employment portfolio.
  • Know how to explore the job market, research potential employers, and operate within the legal aspects of employment.
Unit H2: Pre-Interprovincial Exam Review
Course Duration : 07 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Describe the process of taking and passing the Apprenticeship Manitoba exam.
Unit H3: Manitoba Hairstylist Practical Exam
Course Duration : 07 hours
Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate all aspects of the Manitoba Apprenticeship Practical Exam
Eligibility

Grade 12 or equivalent, or mature student status plus successful completion of college entrance test

Admissions Requirements

  • Canadian High School Graduation or equivalent
  • Mature Student
  • Test of adult basic education administered
  • Interview with Admissions Advisor
Funding Options

Student may be eligible, if qualified, for Federal and Provincial loans, grants or awards. Students may also qualify for EI, Band Funding, MMF Funding or even loans facilitated by us.
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