Overview
You want people to be confident and stand out from the crowd. And that’s really cool.
Find the real you in our popular Hairstyling program and discover the secrets to mastering your favourite looks or bring a new vision to life. This one-year program is regulated by the Ministry of Training, College and Universities Standard to comply with 1500 in-school training hours. Gain essential career skills in our on-site salon using professional tools and products to specialize in haircutting, barbering techniques, styling, self-promotion, retail, salon management, chemical texture services, hair colouring services, extensions and wigs.
Creativity, style and trendsetting? Yeah, we have that in common! To keep up to date on the latest trends and styling techniques, we will introduce you to guest educators, speakers and platform artists.
The skills learned in our Hairstyling program extend beyond the chair. This one-year program prepares you for a career as a stylist, product developer, hair colour technician, salon manager, editorial stylist, salon owner and platform artist.
The future is your canvas – pick the styles that suits you.
Please note this program uses synthetic fragrances and disinfectant bleach.
Degree Transfers and Pathways
Whether you're starting here with a certificate or diploma program, or transferring your credits from another institution or informal experience into a program at Sault College, we have so many ways for you to continue your postsecondary education with us. Explore pathways to a degree or a diploma and learn about transfer options.
Pathways Beyond >
Earn your diploma here and then choose to complete your degree with one of our partnering universities, in as little as one more year.
Pathways Into >
If you've completed any courses from another institution or have informal learning experiences, transfer your credits into a program here.
Hair's To You
Work with community members experiencing hair loss through our wig clinic, Hair's To You.
Fast-Track Your Way to a Career
Earn your Hairstyling diploma in only 45 weeks!
Courses
Requirements & Program Information
Ontario Secondary School Diploma with grade 12 English (C) ENG4C, or mature student status. Missing any requirements? Get them for free from Academic Upgrading.
Kits and Supplies
Hairstyling tools and a supply kit is required. These items can be purchased on campus from our Sault College Bookstore.
Dress code
Black uniform with colour, pattern and accents permitted.
Take A Virtual Tour
Explore the interactive virtual tour of Hairstyling program spaces, like the on-site Salon.
Fees & Costs
| Domestic | International | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Ancillary | Tuition | Ancillary |
| $5,427.45 | $1,723.50 | $22,829.10 | $2,373.50 |
These fees are for the 2025-2026 academic year (year 1 of study), and are subject to change. Please visit your Student Portal to view your Schedule of Fees.
Contact
Program College Contact: Jordin Boniferro-Knight, jordin.boniferro-knight@saultcollege.ca