Hairstyling Diploma Program
Turn Your Creativity Into a Career
Learn the technical, creative, and client-care skills you need to start your future in the beauty industry.
- 9-month, full-time Hairstyling Diploma Program
- 1,500 hours of practical and theory-based training
- On-campus and online learning
- Client experience in the student salon
- Professional tools and supplies included
- Apprenticeship registration support through Skilled Trades Ontario
- OSAP, Better Jobs Ontario, and payment options available
Program at a Glance
Program Length
9 monthsDelivery
HybridOn-Campus: Mon, Wed, & Fri
Online: Tues & Thurs
Start Dates
Monthly intakesCredential
Diploma in HairstylingIncluded Support
Apprenticeship registration support & apprenticeship creditsLearn by Doing in a Real Salon Environment
At Cappa College, you build your hairstyling skills in structured phases, progressing from foundational learning to real client services with support from experienced instructors.
Junior Level
Months 1–3
Build your foundation with theory, safety, sanitation, basic techniques, and essential salon knowledge.
You’ll learn how to approach hairstyling with the right technical foundation before progressing into more advanced, client-facing work.
Advanced Level
Months 4–9
Put your skills into practice through student salon services, real-time client interaction, and advanced training.
You’ll gain experience in:
- Haircutting
- Styling
- Colouring
- Chemical treatments
- Client consultation
- Customer service
- Salon management principles
- Professional communication
- Portfolio-building
Why Choose Hairstyling at Cappa College?
Finish in 9 Months
Train full-time and work toward your next step in under a year.
Work With Real Clients
Gain practical salon experience to build confidence before entering the workforce.
Build a Professional Portfolio
Develop work you can speak to when applying for salon roles or apprenticeships.
Get Tools and Supplies Included
Receive a professional toolkit and supplies to support your training.
Learn With Flexibility
Study through learning and on-campus salon training.
Connect With Local Industry
Receive guidance and referrals to local salons to support your next steps.
Step into a high-energy learning environment and launch your future in hairstyling. Cappa College offers real-world, salon-based training that gets you job-ready fast.
- Intensive hands-on learning from industry experts
- Learn cutting, colouring, styling and client care
- Graduate with a certificate and confidence
- Government funding may cover your tuition
Fort Erie might be small—but your future doesn’t have to be.
Where do our Graduates Work?
- Hair Salons
- Spas & Resorts
- Freelance & On-Location Styling
- Bridal & Special Event Services
- Beauty & Product Consulting
“Cappa truly was the start of my fantastic career. I truly recommend Cappa as your number 1 choice hair school, from only having 9 months of schooling to the teachers supporting you the whole way, celebrating you in any opportunity they can, to making friendships, Cappa is the best option for any future stylist! Being a Cappa graduate has opened so many doors for me, and I’m forever grateful for Cappa!”
~Kiera Ursacki
The Credentials and Supports Included
When you complete the Hairstyling Diploma Program at Cappa College, you leave with practical training, salon experience, and support for your apprenticeship pathway.
Diploma in Hairstyling
A diploma that shows you’ve completed structured hairstyling training focused on technical skills, salon practice, and professional readiness.
Apprenticeship Registration Support
We help you with Hairstyling Apprenticeship Registration through Skilled Trades Ontario so you can advance in the trade pathway.
Apprenticeship Credits
Cappa signs off on part of your apprenticeship training, helping you move into the next stage of your hairstyling career journey.
Professional Tools and Supplies
Your program includes a professional toolkit and supplies, so you can train with the equipment you need from the start.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Long Is the Hairstyling Program?
Cappa College’s Hairstyling Diploma Program is a 9-month, full-time program. It includes 1,500 hours of hairstyling training.
Is the Hairstyling Program Online or In-Person?
The program is delivered in a hybrid format. Students attend on-campus training on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and complete online learning on Tuesday and Thursday.
When Do Student Salon Services Take Place?
Student salon services take place on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10:15 AM to 3:30 PM.
Will I Work With Real Clients?
Yes. Students progress from foundational training into advanced, client-based services in the student salon.
What Will I Learn?
Students learn essential hairstyling techniques, including haircutting, styling, colouring, chemical treatments, client care, salon safety, customer service, communication, and salon management principles.
Does This Program Make Me a Licensed Hairstylist?
This program helps prepare you for the hairstyling trade pathway, but licensing and certification requirements are administered through Skilled Trades Ontario. Cappa College provides apprenticeship registration support and training credits to help students move forward.
Are Funding Options Available?
Yes. Eligible students have access to OSAP, Better Jobs Ontario, and interest-free payment plan options.
Does Cappa College Offer Career Support Services?
Yes. Career support services include résumé coaching, interview preparation, and employer connection opportunities.
When Can I Start?
We offer monthly intakes. Classes start on the first Monday of each month.
Who Is Eligible to Apply?
Cappa College currently serves students who meet domestic eligibility requirements, including Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and protected persons. If you are unsure whether you qualify, our admissions team can help confirm your options.
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