Top Three Reasons to Become a Hairdressing Technician
1. Work/Life Balance
A career in hairstyling gives you the flexibility to design a schedule that works for your life. Whether you want to work in a salon, run your own business, or freelance, hairstyling offers freedom and balance so you can thrive both personally and professionally.
2. Financial Freedom
The beauty industry is constantly growing, and skilled hairstylists are in high demand. With the right training, you’ll have strong earning potential, opportunities to expand into specialty services like extensions or barbering, and the option of self-employment for greater independence.
3. Career Diversity
No two days are the same. You’ll work with diverse clients, showcase your creativity through endless techniques, and even explore opportunities in fashion, film, television, or travel. Hairstyling opens doors to exciting career paths everywhere.
Why Choose Delmar College’s 1050-Hour Hairstyling Program?
Delmar College’s 1050-Hour Hairstyling Technician Program is designed for motivated students who are ready for a faster track to licensing. If you already have experience in customer service, a background in cosmetology, or a natural knack for working with hair, this program helps you build on those strengths while still delivering the professional training you need to succeed. This program is the equivalent to Period 1 and Period 2 Apprenticeship.
Our instructors bring years of industry expertise and use the internationally recognized Pivot Point curriculum, blending theory with hands-on learning and real client work. You’ll graduate with the skills, confidence, and industry insight to step directly into a career you love.
Your Path to Success
Our mission is to prepare you for Alberta Government licensing exams and equip you with the tools to thrive in hairstyling. With intensive training, consistent practice, and project-based education, you’ll master a wide spectrum of cutting, coloring, and styling methods while also learning the business side of salon success.
Skills You’ll Master
- Haircare Assessment
- Facial Recognition for Style Design
- Precision Cuts: Pixie, Layers, Blunt, Modern Mullet
- Advanced Coloring: Balayage, Highlights, Lowlights, Shadow Root, Fashion Shades
- Styling: Braiding, Up-dos, Heat Tools & Product Knowledge
- Hair Extensions: Application, Pre/Post Care, Cutting
- Salon Ownership: Client Relations, Sales & Marketing
- Barbering: Fades, Hot Shaves, Beard Grooming & Facial Treatments
Accessible Education
We believe education should be within reach. Delmar College offers access to student aid, grants, and financial support, with admissions advisors ready to guide you through the process.
Why Delmar?
With 75 years of industry training experience, Delmar College is Alberta’s longest-standing beauty and wellness school. Our reputation, combined with a strong network of salon and industry connections, ensures that you graduate with more than skills — you leave with career-ready confidence and opportunities.
1050-Hour vs. 1400-Hour Program
- 1050 Hours – Best if you already have experience, a cosmetology background, or a natural talent for hair. This streamlined option gives you a faster path to licensing.
- 1400 Hours – Ideal if you’re new to hairstyling, customer service, or want more time, guidance, and practice to build your foundation.
Both programs prepare you for success — the choice depends on where you’re starting from.
Start Your Hairstyling Career
If you’re ready for a career that’s creative, flexible, and rewarding, the 1050-Hour Hairstyling Program at Delmar College is your path forward. With expert instructors, real-world training, and the support of Alberta’s longest-standing beauty college, your future in hairstyling starts here.
Apply today and take the next step toward becoming a licensed Hairdressing Technician.
