START YOUR
HAIR CAREER
600 hours. 20 weeks. Master the craft.
600 Hours
20 weeks
State Licensed
Hair Focused
START YOUR
HAIR CAREER
600 hours. 20 weeks. Master the craft.
600 Hours
20 weeks
State Licensed
Hair Focused
Program Overview
Everything you need to know about our Hairstylist program
The International School of Beauty Hairstylist Program prepares students for a focused career in hair services. This 600-hour program covers all aspects of hairstyling including cutting, coloring, chemical treatments, and styling techniques.
As a licensed Hairstylist in California, graduates can perform all hair-related services — cutting, styling, coloring, permanent waving, chemical straightening, and hair treatments. This program is ideal for students who want to specialize exclusively in hair without the broader cosmetology curriculum.
The curriculum consists of 600 clock hours of technical instruction and practical operations covering all practices of a hairstylist pursuant to Section 7316.5 of the Barbering and Cosmetology Act. 200 hours are devoted to Technical Instruction and 400 hours to Practical Operations in hairstyling services.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this program can pursue exciting careers in the beauty industry
Hair Stylist
Create beautiful hairstyles and build lasting client relationships as a licensed Hair Stylist.
Hair Colorist
Specialize in the art and science of hair color — from natural-looking highlights to bold fashion colors.
Salon Stylist
Build a thriving career as an all-around salon stylist offering full hair services to a diverse clientele.
Bridal & Event Stylist
Create unforgettable looks for life's biggest moments — weddings, proms, galas, and special events.
Platform Artist & Educator
Inspire the next generation of stylists by demonstrating techniques on stage and in educational settings.
Salon Owner
Turn your passion into a business — own and operate your own hair salon or studio.
Hair Stylist
Create beautiful hairstyles and build lasting client relationships as a licensed Hair Stylist.
Hair Colorist
Specialize in the art and science of hair color — from natural-looking highlights to bold fashion colors.
Salon Stylist
Build a thriving career as an all-around salon stylist offering full hair services to a diverse clientele.
Bridal & Event Stylist
Create unforgettable looks for life's biggest moments — weddings, proms, galas, and special events.
Platform Artist & Educator
Inspire the next generation of stylists by demonstrating techniques on stage and in educational settings.
Salon Owner
Turn your passion into a business — own and operate your own hair salon or studio.
Hair Stylist
Create beautiful hairstyles and build lasting client relationships as a licensed Hair Stylist.
Hair Colorist
Specialize in the art and science of hair color — from natural-looking highlights to bold fashion colors.
Salon Stylist
Build a thriving career as an all-around salon stylist offering full hair services to a diverse clientele.
Bridal & Event Stylist
Create unforgettable looks for life's biggest moments — weddings, proms, galas, and special events.
Platform Artist & Educator
Inspire the next generation of stylists by demonstrating techniques on stage and in educational settings.
Salon Owner
Turn your passion into a business — own and operate your own hair salon or studio.
All career paths require successful completion of the program and state licensing
Course Goals
What you will achieve in this program
Successfully master training requirements needed to apply for the California Hairstylist license
Develop professional skills and attitudes with emphasis on safety and sanitation in hair services
Graduate possessing skills to secure at minimum entry-level employment in a salon or hair studio
Performance Objectives
Skills and competencies you will master
Successfully acquire knowledge of the laws and rules regulating California's Barbering and Cosmetology Act as it pertains to hairstyling
Successfully acquire knowledge of sanitation and sterilization as related to all phases of hair services
Successfully acquire knowledge of general theory relative to hair science, chemistry, and hair structure
Successfully acquire business management techniques common in the hair industry
Successfully acquire the necessary skills to perform all practical hair services relative to the program curriculum
Skills You Will Develop
Hands-on abilities you will gain
Learn the proper use of implements relative to hair cutting, coloring, styling, and chemical services
Acquire the knowledge of performing a thorough client consultation to assess hair type, condition, and desired results
Learn the procedures and terminology used in performing all hairstyling services including cutting, coloring, perming, and straightening
Attitudes & Goals
Professional values and mindset we cultivate
Appreciate good workmanship as developed throughout the program
Possess a positive attitude toward the public and fellow workers
Appreciate honesty, integrity and ethics in oneself and others
Have an improved personality while dealing with clients, patrons, and colleagues
Curriculum
600 clock hours of technical instruction and practical operations
Cosmetology Act/Board Rules & Regulations
Health and Safety
Disinfection and Sanitation
Hair & Scalp Analysis
Haircutting Techniques
Hair Coloring & Lightening
Chemical Services (Perms & Relaxers)
Hairstyling & Finishing
Business & Salon Management
Grading & Materials
How you'll be assessed and what you'll need
Admission
High school diploma or equivalent
Academic Requirements
Grading standards and graduation requirements
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Program Details
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