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Hairstylist Apprenticeship (HSA) (2019)

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 Table of Contents   Program of Studies
Rationale & Philosophy 
 
Outcomes 
 
 
HSA3406: Work Environment
HSA3411: Head Anatomy & Physiology
HSA3416: Haircutting Tools & Equipment
HSA3421: Consultation & Draping
HSA3426: Salon Operations
HSA3431: Hair & Scalp Analysis
HSA3436: Shampoo & Condition Hair
HSA3441: Principles of Haircutting & Styles
HSA3446: Customizing Haircuts
HSA3451: Demonstrate the Principles of Haircutting
HSA3456: Demonstrate Haircutting on Various Types of Hair
HSA3461: Razor Cutting & Shear Cutting
HSA3466: Clipper Cutting
HSA3471: Texturizing Techniques
HSA3476: Various Haircuts
HSA3481: Customizing Techniques
HSA3486: Haircutting Techniques
HSA3491: Facial & Nape Hair Theory
HSA3496: Facial & Nape Hair Trimming & Removal
HSA3501: Style Hair
HSA3775: HSA Practicum A
HSA3780: HSA Practicum B
HSA3785: HSA Practicum C
HSA3790: HSA Practicum D
HSA3900: Apprenticeship Safety
HSA3506: Styling, Perming, & Colouring Tools & Equipment
HSA3511: Drying Hair
HSA3516: Setting Wet Hair
HSA3521: Styling Dry Hair
HSA3526: Updo & Upstyle Styling Techniques
HSA3531: Style Hair Using Accessories
HSA3536: Hair Wrapping 1
HSA3541: Hair Wrapping 2
HSA3546: Chemical Waving 1
HSA3551: Chemical Waving 2
HSA3556: Chemical Relaxers 1
HSA3561: Chemical Relaxers 2
HSA3566: Colouring Hair 1
HSA3571: Colouring Hair 2
HSA3576: Colouring Hair 3
HSA3581: Colouring Virgin Hair & Regrowth
HSA3586: Colouring Hair Using Special Effects
HSA3591: Lighten Virgin Hair & Regrowth
HSA3596: Lighten Hair Using Special Effects
HSA3601: Colour Corrections
HSA3606: Specialized Services & Standards

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Program Philosophy & Rationale
Vision

To engage students in learning opportunities through which they discover their interests in practical and purposeful ways.

Introduction

Canadian society experiences continuous social, cultural and economic change, and today’s students must be confident in their ability to respond to change and successfully meet the challenges they face. Whether students enter the work force or continue their education after senior high school, they will be challenged by increased independence and responsibility as they pursue choices and opportunities in their life paths.

Current trends indicate that the majority of new jobs today and in the future will require some form of post-secondary education and that the completion of senior high school will no longer be sufficient. Alberta faces a range of emerging challenges, including the changing nature of work and career paths; the requirement of greater skills and knowledge in many occupations; the introduction of new technologies; changing patterns of education and training; the globalization of the marketplace; labour shortages; and the need for highly skilled, educated and innovative people.

The Career and Technology Studies (CTS) program has been revised and refocused in cooperation with teachers, business and industry representatives, and post-secondary educators to address the emerging trends, challenges and opportunities of today and tomorrow. The result is:

  • a focused program of studies based on credible occupational areas
  • opportunities for all students to explore their abilities, interests and passions and to develop knowledge, skills and attitudes through exploratory courses or a pathways model
  • printed and digital resources that support learning experiences in career fields
  • access to CTS programming through classroom, online, off-campus and other combined approaches to instruction.
Philosophy

The CTS program is designed to develop skills that senior high school students can apply in their daily lives when preparing for entry into the workplace or for further learning opportunities. Through the CTS program, students are provided with opportunities to personalize their learning, identify and explore their interests, manage transitions and build partnerships while developing basic competencies, that is, the attitudes and behaviours that people need to participate and progress in today’s dynamic world of work.

Today’s world of work demands that individuals are able to navigate and build their own career paths while adapting to continual change. This expectation requires a shift in the language used to define “career” as well as a shift in the delivery of career development. Careers are not defined as jobs and occupations, but rather as whole packages of expressed roles, knowledge, choices, passions and experiences. Careers are created by individuals who act upon passions, interests, abilities and other internal factors and combine them with external options and circumstances. Each person’s career path is unique, even though individuals may share common credentials, occupations, work roles, or jobs and experiences.

Ultimately, it is the student who will make his or her own links between school, career development and post-secondary options. Career development requires students to be active in their learning and to develop enthusiasm for lifelong learning that carries them beyond learning in school.

Career development also requires acknowledgement that today’s world is a technological world. Technology affects the environment, one’s standard of living and one’s quality of life. People use technology in the workplace, at home, at school and in sporting and leisure activities. Technology is used to extend possibilities, allowing individuals to intervene in the world through the development of products, systems and environments. Technology is continually changing. It is influenced by and, in turn, influences the cultural, ethical, environmental, political and economic factors of the day, both local and global.

Students in CTS can develop competence and confidence in understanding and using existing technologies and in creating solutions to technological problems. Taking CTS courses contributes to the intellectual and practical development of students, as individuals and as informed members of a technological society.

The CTS program strives to address career development in a way that emphasizes personalized learning, relevance, transitions and partnerships. It does so by:

  • providing opportunities for all students to explore their abilities, interests and passions and to develop knowledge, skills and attitudes so they can be fulfilled, productive citizens
  • providing opportunities for all students to develop the foundations to manage transitions within their learning environment and when moving into further education, training and/or the workplace
  • influencing the growth of a career development culture in schools and communities
  • facilitating the integration and coordination of career development across Kindergarten to Grade 12, advanced education, workplaces and the community.

Students’ interests might lie in working with their hands, working with other people, working in an environment of constantly changing ideas, or working in a career that follows carefully established patterns. All of these areas include a variety of occupations that require more or less education.1

1. “From the Mouths of Middle-Schoolers: Important Changes for High School and College.” Phi Delta Kappan, Vol. 89, No. 03 (November 2007): 189–193. William J. Bushaw. Reprinted with permission of PDK International.

Rationale

CTS courses enable students to make reasoned and effective career decisions and target efforts to meet their goals. Students will have opportunities to expand their knowledge about careers, occupations and job opportunities, as well as the education and/or training requirements involved. Competencies achieved by mastering CTS course outcomes will allow students to make relevant connections with work and/or post-secondary training.

CTS also enables students to develop the confidence they need as they move into adult roles by allowing them to assume increased responsibility for their learning; cultivate their individual talents, interests and abilities; and define and act on their goals. The CTS pathways model includes the following benefits for students, educators and employers.

Benefits for Students

Through the pathways model, students experience:

  • relevant and engaged learning
  • freedom in exploring multiple pathways
  • personally meaningful pathways leading to specialized skills
  • engagement in their interests or passions
  • opportunities to achieve post-secondary credentials while still in senior high school
  • easier transitions from senior high school to post-secondary education or the work force.

Benefits for Educators

Through the pathways model, educators experience:

  • more focused organization of CTS courses
  • a focused and engaged learner
  • greater opportunity for community support.

Benefits for Employers

Through the pathways model, employers experience:

  • employees with specialized skills or post-secondary or industry credentials
  • motivated and engaged employees.
Program Organization
Overview

The CTS Compass above can assist students as they explore and discover their interests and passions.

As students move into the Middle Years, they begin to identify with one or more interest areas: business, communication, resources, technology and/or human service. As students enter senior high school and the CTS program, they begin to identify the occupational cluster or clusters that suit their interests and abilities. As students become more focused, they examine options for occupations based on the National Occupational Classification. With a career goal in mind, students can develop a pathway that leads them directly to an occupation or to post-secondary education.

The organization of the CTS program into clusters provides students, teachers and administrators with opportunities to create exploratory programs, in which students can sample courses of interest, or to use or create focused pathways that lead to specialized skills, external credentials or further education. Career guidance professionals may use this organizational structure to assist students in assessing their educational goals, interests, abilities and skills and to facilitate good matches to the many pathway options possible in the CTS clusters.

CTS Courses

CTS courses are competency-based instructional units defined by learning outcomes that identify what a student is expected to know and be able to do. Courses include outcomes with practical applications, and each course represents approximately 25 hours of access to instruction. CTS courses are weighted at 1 credit each and are divided into three levels of achievement: introductory, intermediate and advanced. Some courses require one or more prerequisites, which are essential for maintaining safety standards, appropriate instructional sequence and articulation with post-secondary programs. CTS courses can be selected by students in an exploratory fashion, or they can be taken as part of an intentional pathway.

For each course, the program of studies lists a general description, the general and specific outcomes, prerequisites and course parameters (e.g., recommendations regarding instructional qualifications, facilities and equipment). The general outcomes are presented in boldface, and the specific outcomes follow immediately in lightface.

Levels of Achievement

Courses are organized into three levels of achievement: introductory, intermediate and advanced. Levels of achievement are not indicators of grade levels. As students progress through the levels, they will be expected to meet higher standards and to demonstrate an increased degree of competence in both the general and specific outcomes.

Introductory level courses help students build daily living skills and form the basis for further learning. Introductory courses prepare students for further experiences in the cluster, pathway or occupational area.

Intermediate level courses build on the competencies developed at the introductory level. They provide a broader perspective, helping students recognize the wide range of related career opportunities available within the cluster.

Advanced level courses refine expertise and help prepare students for entry into the workplace or a related post-secondary program defined within the cluster.

CTS Clusters

A cluster is a group of CTS courses that represents occupations and broad industry commonalities. Clusters in CTS are aligned with the National Occupational Classification (NOC) and function as an organizing tool for the CTS program. (For more information on the NOC, visit the Human Resources and Skills Development Canada Web site at http://www5.hrsdc.gc.ca/NOC/).

The CTS program includes five clusters: Business, Administration, Finance & Information Technology (BIT); Health, Recreation & Human Services (HRH); Media, Design & Communication Arts (MDC); Natural Resources (NAT); and Trades, Manufacturing & Transportation (TMT).

Clusters connect learning outcomes specific to the knowledge, skills and attitudes required for related occupational areas. Clusters:

  • help students choose curriculum and occupational fields for which they have interest and aptitude
  • provide a context for selecting courses specific to a pathway
  • help connect students with exploratory courses of study, allowing students to gain general, transferable skills
  • help students develop specialized skills and knowledge through pathways
  • focus teaching and learning by relating similar knowledge, linking shared skills, guiding career exploration, allowing students to make informed career choices, associating common interests and linking education with relevant real-world experiential activities.

The Five Clusters

Business, Administration, Finance & Information Technology (BIT)
The focus of the BIT cluster is for students to develop and apply important knowledge, skills and attitudes so they can implement efficient systems and strategies of management and marketing and use electronic technologies to collect, structure, manipulate, retrieve and communicate information within individual, family, workplace, community and global contexts.

Health, Recreation & Human Services (HRH)
The focus of the HRH cluster is for students to develop and apply important knowledge, skills and attitudes so they can provide care and services for individuals and groups in a variety of industries, such as health care, recreation, cosmetology, the food industry and the legal system.

Media, Design & Communication Arts (MDC)
The focus of the MDC cluster is for students to develop and apply important knowledge, skills and attitudes so they can provide well designed and aesthetically effective communication solutions.

Natural Resources (NAT)
The focus of the NAT cluster is for students to develop and apply the knowledge, skills and attitudes to work individually and collectively, as private citizens and as members of the work force, toward the conservation and responsible use of energy and natural resources.

Trades, Manufacturing & Transportation (TMT)
The focus of the TMT cluster is for students to develop and apply important knowledge, skills and attitudes relative to the manufacture and assembly of products from individual components and the processing of raw materials into products.

CTS Pathways

Many schools in North America and around the world are now providing students with opportunities to explore their career path through a variety of courses that are organized around common occupational areas. These pathways allow students to follow their natural skills, aptitudes and interests in an organized and progressive way as they work toward goals that may include university, college, apprenticeship training or moving directly into the work force.

Pathways are flexible and they permit students to:

  • explore an occupation or an interest area
  • gain an occupational or a specialized skill set required in the workplace
  • apply relevant learning from academic courses to real-life situations
  • focus their senior high school course plans into a career path.

The pathways model of CTS facilitates making connections between CTS courses and other subjects. Within each CTS cluster, the potential for several pathways exists. These pathways will address the specific skills and knowledge necessary to pursue a full range of career opportunities, including technical and professional career specialties. All pathways, with the exception of credentialed pathways, can be built and modified by students or teachers.

Sample Pathway (BIT): Business Basics

Note: A variety of sample pathways are provided in the Guide to Career and Technology Studies.

Pathways should be designed to prepare students to transition successfully from senior high school to post-secondary education or to employment in an occupational area. Links to post-secondary educational institutions, employers, industry groups and other stakeholders can be included within a pathway.

There are two possible kinds of pathways in the CTS program:

  • 1. Specialized skill pathways provide students with the knowledge, skills and attitudes for employment or further education. These pathways can be customized to meet student, school or community program needs. Courses within such a pathway will prepare students for specific community or job-site skills.

  • 2. Credentialed pathways provide students with post-secondary and/or business and industry credentials or articulation. For students to obtain the desired credential or articulation, all specified course outcomes within the pathway must be met.
Meeting the Diverse Needs of Alberta's Students

Alberta schools include students from a rich variety of backgrounds. These students have a wide range of abilities and needs. Like all school programs, the CTS program has been developed with this diversity in mind. Teachers and instructors should be aware of the individual needs of their students and adapt their instruction and programming accordingly.

First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FNMI) Students

FNMI students in northern and western Canada come from diverse geographic areas with varied cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Teachers and instructors need to understand the diversity of these students’ cultures and experiences. They also need to understand that there are values and cultural traditions shared amongst many Aboriginal Canadians, including the importance of family and the role of Elders in guiding and supporting young people.

FNMI students often have a holistic view of learning—they look for connections through experiential learning. Such connections can be made within the real-world, experiential CTS program. Traditionally, in FNMI cultures, little emphasis was placed upon the written word. Still today, oral communication and practical applications and experiences are important to student learning and understanding. A variety of teaching and assessment strategies can help build upon the diverse knowledge, cultures, communication styles, skills, attitudes, experiences and learning styles of FNMI students.

English as a Second Language or French as a Second Language Students

Immigrants to Alberta come from many different cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Many of these new arrivals become students in Alberta schools, yet their knowledge of English or French may be minimal. Some students who have lived in Canada their entire lives may also be learning to speak English or French as a second (or third) language. The variety of teaching and assessment strategies that can be used in the CTS program may help build upon the diverse knowledge, cultures, communication styles, skills, attitudes, experiences and learning styles of these students.

Students Who Have an Individualized Program Plan (IPP)

Students who have been identified as having special education needs will have an Individualized Program Plan (IPP), which should be used to guide teachers’ planning and instruction. The needs of these students vary greatly from one individual to the next and may range from physical adaptations to the environment or equipment, to arranging for special testing accommodations.

Hairstylist Apprenticeship (HSA)
HSA3406: Work Environment

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: HSA3900: Apprenticeship Safety

Description: Students identify and apply safe and hygienic practices in the work environment.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. maintain a safe and hygienic work environment
    • 1.1 describe processes used in the levels of infection control
    • 1.2 describe differences between cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization
    • 1.3 describe cleaning processes for equipment and work facilities for clients and staff
    • 1.4 describe the use of first aid kits
    • 1.5 describe factors that determine a safe and hygienic work environment
    • 1.6 describe methods of sanitizing of towels, capes, and smocks
    • 1.7 demonstrate methods of sanitizing of towels, capes, and smocks
    • 1.8 demonstrate personal and public hygiene procedures for preventing the spread of contagious or communicable diseases as required by Alberta’s personal services legislation

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3411: Head Anatomy & Physiology

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: HSA3900: Apprenticeship Safety

Description: Students use anatomy and physiology for analyzing head and facial features to design suitable haircuts and hairstyles.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. use the anatomy of the head to design haircuts and hairstyle
    • 1.1 describe the skeletal system and bones that are of primary concern to a hairstylist
    • 1.2 describe the muscular system that are of primary concern to a hairstylist
    • 1.3 describe the arteries and veins that supply blood to the head, face, and neck
    • 1.4 describe the nerves that are of primary concern to a hairstylist
    • 1.5 describe the composition of the main divisions of the skin and the structures
    • 1.6 describe the functions of the main divisions of the skin and the structures
    • 1.7 describe contagious and non-contagious disorders of the skin

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and task

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3416: Haircutting Tools & Equipment

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: HSA3900: Apprenticeship Safety

Description: Students learn to ensure the safe handling and maintenance of haircutting tools and equipment used in salon operations.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. use and maintain haircutting tools and equipment
    • 1.1 describe types of haircutting tools and equipment used in salon operations
    • 1.2 describe the principles of electrical tools equipment used
    • 1.3 describe sanitizing and disinfecting tools and equipment
    • 1.4 describe replacement of sanitizing and disinfectant solutions
    • 1.5 describe safety and maintenance for haircutting tools and equipment
    • 1.6 demonstrate infection control for all haircutting tools and electrical equipment
    • 1.7 demonstrate maintenance of haircutting tools and equipment in salons
    • 1.8 use haircutting tools and equipment in the salon

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. . create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3421: Consultation & Draping

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: HSA3900: Apprenticeship Safety

Description: Students learn how to conduct client consultations where they analyze the client’s needs to perform the appropriate service(s). Students demonstrate the proper use of draping techniques.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. drape and consult with clients
    • 1.1 describe factors that determine a successful consultation
    • 1.2 describe the steps required to perform a consultation
    • 1.3 describe the collection of client information
    • 1.4 describe hair and scalp analysis procedures
    • 1.5 describe types of capes
    • 1.6 describe the purpose of capes, smocks, and other protective wear
    • 1.7 describe the care of capes, smocks, and other protective wear
    • 1.8 perform a consultation
    • 1.9 demonstrate draping techniques for all types of services

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3426: Salon Operations

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: HSA3900: Apprenticeship Safety

Description: Students learn the duties, responsibilities, and essentials of owning and managing a salon.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. manage a salon
    • 1.1 describe the duties and responsibilities of salon staff
    • 1.2 describe the types of salon ownership
    • 1.3 describe the types of insurance coverage
    • 1.4 describe business math and record-keeping procedures
    • 1.5 describe sales, inventory control, and display marketing
    • 1.6 describe customer service, retail sales, and client building
    • 1.7 describe the types of educational enhancements and trade publications available
    • 1.8 describe the importance of following manufacturer’s directions and information
    • 1.9 develop a professional learning plan
    • 1.10 develop a product promotional plan
    • 1.11 schedule appointments
    • 1.12 complete financial transactions
    • 1.13 use a bookkeeping system

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. . create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3431: Hair & Scalp Analysis

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: HSA3900: Apprenticeship Safety

Description: Students analyze and describe the structure and condition of the hair and scalp.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. analyze hair and scalp for a salon service
    • 1.1 describe the structure of the hair root
    • 1.2 describe the structure of the hair shaft
    • 1.3 describe analysis of the scalp
    • 1.4 describe analysis of the hair
    • 1.5 describe the side bonds of the cortex
    • 1.6 describe pigment of the hair
    • 1.7 describe types and properties of hair
    • 1.8 describe wave pattern of hair
    • 1.9 describe the condition of the scalp
    • 1.10 describe the growth patterns of hair
    • 1.11 describe types of hair disorders
    • 1.12 describe types of scalp disorders
    • 1.13 describe treatments for hair and scalp disorders
    • 1.14 demonstrate hair and scalp analysis

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3436: Shampoo & Condition Hair

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: HSA3431: Hair and Scalp Analysis

Description: Students use their analysis of the structure and condition of hair and the relationship of hair to the scalp to select and use the appropriate hair and scalp cleansing and conditioning products.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. use shampoo
    • 1.1 describe hair preparation techniques
    • 1.2 describe types of shampoos
    • 1.3 describe shampoo ingredients
    • 1.4 describe shampooing services
    • 1.5 describe applying tap water to the head
    • 1.6 demonstrate a shampoo service

  • 2. use conditioner
    • 2.1 describe hair preparation techniques
    • 2.2 describe types of conditioners
    • 2.3 describe conditioner ingredients
    • 2.4 describe conditioning services
    • 2.5 demonstrate a conditioning service

  • 3. perform treatments
    • 3.1 describe preparation techniques for hair treatments
    • 3.2 describe scalp treatments
    • 3.3 describe hair treatments
    • 3.4 describe effects of hair treatments
    • 3.5 describe hair cream application
    • 3.6 describe correcting scalp problems
    • 3.7 describe correcting hair problems
    • 3.8 demonstrate scalp manipulations
    • 3.9 demonstrate scalp treatments
    • 3.10 demonstrate performing hair treatments

  • 4. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 4.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 4.1.1 communicate
      • 4.1.2 manage information
      • 4.1.3 use numbers
      • 4.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 4.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 4.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 4.2.2 be responsible
      • 4.2.3 be adaptable
      • 4.2.4 learn continuously
      • 4.2.5 work safely
    • 4.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 4.3.1 work with others
      • 4.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 5. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 5.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 5.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3441: Principles of Haircutting & Styles

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisites: HSA3900: Apprenticeship Safety

Description: Students explain the principles of haircutting and using styles.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1.cut hair with or without layers
    • 1.1 describe various haircuts
    • 1.2 describe the principles of haircutting
    • 1.3 describe suitability for a style
    • 1.4 describe adaptability for a style

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3446: Customizing Haircuts

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisites: HSA3900: Apprenticeship Safety

Description: Students learn how to ensure the client has the correct posture and body position when cutting the client’s hair. Students describe how to customize haircuts.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. cut hair with or without layers
    • 1.1 describe how to ensure the client has proper posture and body position when cutting hair
    • 1.2 describe how to customize haircuts

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3451: Demonstrate the Principles of Haircutting

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite:

  • HSA3441: Principles of Haircutting and Styles
  • HSA3446: Customizing Haircuts

Description: Students demonstrate basic haircutting principles by successfully completing basic types of haircuts.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstyling trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. cut hair with or without layers
    • 1.1 demonstrate the principles of haircutting

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3456: Demonstrate Haircutting on Various Types of Hair

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: HSA3451: Demonstrate the Principles of Haircutting

Description: Students demonstrate haircutting by successfully completing a variety of haircuts on various types of hair.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. cut hair with or without layers
    • 1.1 demonstrate cutting various types of hair

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3461: Razor Cutting & Shear Cutting

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisites: HSA3900: Apprenticeship Safety

Description: Students demonstrate razor cutting and shear cutting by successfully completing a number of haircuts using a razor or shears.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. cut hair with or without layers
    • 1.1 demonstrate razor cutting and shear cutting

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3466: Clipper Cutting

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisites: HSA3461: Razor Cutting and Shear Cutting

Description: Students demonstrate clipper use by successfully completing a number of haircuts using a clipper.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. cut hair with or without layers
    • 1.1 demonstrate clipper use

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3471: Texturizing Techniques

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: HSA3451: Demonstrate the Principles of Haircutting

Description: Students demonstrate texturizing techniques by successfully completing a number of hairstyles using the texturizing techniques.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. cut hair with or without layers
    • 1.1 demonstrate texturizing techniques

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3476: Various Haircuts

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisites: HSA3451: Demonstrate the Principles of Haircutting

Description: Students demonstrate how to complete a variety of haircuts.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. cut hair with or without layers
    • 1.1 demonstrate various haircuts

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3481: Customizing Techniques

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisites: HSA3451: Demonstrate the Principles of Haircutting

Description: Students demonstrate customizing techniques by successfully completing a number of customized haircuts.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. cut hair with or without layers
    • 1.1 demonstrate customizing techniques

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3486: Haircutting Techniques

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: HSA3451: Demonstrate the Principles of Haircutting

Description: Students demonstrate haircutting techniques by successfully completing a number of haircuts using various techniques.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. cut hair with or without layers
    • 1.1 demonstrate haircutting techniques

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3491: Facial & Nape Hair Theory

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisites: HSA3900: Apprenticeship Safety

Description: Students explain how to trim and remove facial hair and nape hair.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. trim and remove facial and nape hair
    • 1.1 describe facial hair and nape hair growth patterns
    • 1.2 describe shapes and styles of facial hair
    • 1.3 describe methods of trimming facial and nape hair
    • 1.4 describe removal of facial and nape hair

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3496: Facial & Nape Hair Trimming & Removal

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: HSA3491: Facial & Nape Hair Theory

Description: Students demonstrate how to use changeable and disposable blades to trim and remove facial hair and nape hair.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. trim and remove facial hair and nape hair
    • 1.1 demonstrate removal of facial hair and nape hair
    • 1.2 demonstrate trimming of facial hair and nape hair
    • 1.3 demonstrate razor techniques

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3501: Style Hair

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisites: HSA3486: Haircutting Techniques

Description: Students explain and demonstrate how to form and finish hairstyles in a variety of ways after a haircut.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. style hair after a haircut
    • 1.1 describe hairstyling
    • 1.2 describe distribution of styling and finishing product
    • 1.3 demonstrate hairstyling procedures after haircuts

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3775: HSA Practicum A

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisites: None

Description: Students, on the work site, continue to develop and refine those competencies developed in related Career and Technology Studies (CTS) occupational areas, previous practicums, and other experiences.

Parameters: This course should be accessed only by students continuing to work toward attaining a recognized credential offered by an agency external to the school. Practicum courses extend the competencies developed in related CTS occupational areas. The practicum courses may not be delivered as stand-alone courses and may not be combined with core courses. This course may not be used in conjunction with Registered Apprenticeship Program courses. This practicum course may be delivered on- or off-campus. Instruction must be delivered by a qualified teacher with journeyperson certification or an experienced professional with journeyperson certification, who is under the supervision of the qualified teacher; both must be authorized to supervise trainees for the external credential. This course is not to be used by students working towards their 1400 hours of on-the-job training.

Note: Students do not need to take this course in order to complete the Hairstylist Apprenticeship pathway. AIT's CTS Course Completion Record on the Tradesecrets website (https://tradesecrets.alberta.ca/about-us/forms-and-references/) does not list this course.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. perform assigned tasks and responsibilities efficiently and effectively, as required by the agency granting credentials
    • 1.1 identify regulations and regulatory bodies related to the credential
    • 1.2 describe personal roles and responsibilities, including:
      • 1.2.1 key responsibilities
      • 1.2.2 support functions/responsibilities
      • 1.2.3 code of ethics
    • 1.3 describe personal work responsibilities and categorize them as:
      • 1.3.1 routine tasks; e.g., daily, weekly, monthly, yearly
      • 1.3.2 non-routine tasks; e.g., emergencies
      • 1.3.3 tasks requiring personal judgement
      • 1.3.4 tasks requiring approval of a supervisor

  • 2. analyze personal performance in relation to established standards
    • 2.1 evaluate application of competencies developed in related CTS courses
    • 2.2 evaluate standards of performance in terms of:
      • 2.2.1 quality of work
      • 2.2.2 quantity of work
    • 2.3 evaluate adherence to workplace policies and procedures related to health and safety
    • 2.4 evaluate the work environment in terms of:
      • 2.4.1 location
      • 2.4.2 floor plan of work area
      • 2.4.3 analysis of workflow patterns
    • 2.5 evaluate a professional in a related occupation in terms of:
      • 2.5.1 training and certification
      • 2.5.2 interpersonal skills
      • 2.5.3 technical skills
      • 2.5.4 professional ethics

  • 3. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 3.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 3.1.1 communicate
      • 3.1.2 manage information
      • 3.1.3 use numbers
      • 3.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 3.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 3.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 3.2.2 be responsible
      • 3.2.3 be adaptable
      • 3.2.4 learn continuously
      • 3.2.5 work safely
    • 3.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 3.3.1 work with others
      • 3.3.2 participate in projects and tasks
HSA3780: HSA Practicum B

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisites: None

Description: Students, on the work site, continue to develop and refine those competencies developed in related Career and Technology Studies (CTS) occupational areas, previous practicums, and other experiences.

Parameters: This course should be accessed only by students continuing to work toward attaining a recognized credential offered by an agency external to the school. Practicum courses extend the competencies developed in related CTS occupational areas. The practicum courses may not be delivered as stand-alone courses and may not be combined with core courses. This course may not be used in conjunction with Registered Apprenticeship Program courses. This practicum course may be delivered on- or off-campus. Instruction must be delivered by a qualified teacher with journeyperson certification or an experienced professional with journeyperson certification, who is under the supervision of the qualified teacher; both must be authorized to supervise trainees for the external credential. This course is not to be used by students working towards their 1400 hours of on-the-job training.

Note: Students do not need to take this course in order to complete the Hairstylist Apprenticeship pathway. AIT's CTS Course Completion Record on the Tradesecrets website (https://tradesecrets.alberta.ca/about-us/forms-and-references/) does not list this course.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. perform assigned tasks and responsibilities efficiently and effectively, as required by the agency granting credentials
    • 1.1 identify regulations and regulatory bodies related to the credential
    • 1.2 describe personal roles and responsibilities, including:
      • 1.2.1 key responsibilities
      • 1.2.2 support functions/responsibilities
      • 1.2.3 code of ethics
    • 1.3 describe personal work responsibilities and categorize them as:
      • 1.3.1 routine tasks; e.g., daily, weekly, monthly, yearly
      • 1.3.2 non-routine tasks; e.g., emergencies
      • 1.3.3 tasks requiring personal judgement
      • 1.3.4 tasks requiring approval of a supervisor

  • 2. analyze personal performance in relation to established standards
    • 2.1 evaluate application of competencies developed in related CTS courses
    • 2.2 evaluate standards of performance in terms of:
      • 2.2.1 quality of work
      • 2.2.2 quantity of work
    • 2.3 evaluate adherence to workplace policies and procedures related to health and safety
    • 2.4 evaluate the work environment in terms of:
      • 2.4.1 location
      • 2.4.2 floor plan of work area
      • 2.4.3 analysis of workflow patterns
    • 2.5 evaluate a professional in a related occupation in terms of:
      • 2.5.1 training and certification
      • 2.5.2 interpersonal skills
      • 2.5.3 technical skills
      • 2.5.4 professional ethics

  • 3. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 3.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 3.1.1 communicate
      • 3.1.2 manage information
      • 3.1.3 use numbers
      • 3.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 3.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 3.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 3.2.2 be responsible
      • 3.2.3 be adaptable
      • 3.2.4 learn continuously
      • 3.2.5 work safely
    • 3.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 3.3.1 work with others
      • 3.3.2 participate in projects and tasks
HSA3785: HSA Practicum C

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: None

Description: Students, on the work site, continue to develop and refine those competencies developed in related Career and Technology Studies (CTS) occupational areas, previous practicums, and other experiences.

Parameters: This course should be accessed only by students continuing to work toward attaining a recognized credential offered by an agency external to the school. Practicum courses extend the competencies developed in related CTS occupational areas. The practicum courses may not be delivered as stand-alone courses and may not be combined with core courses. This course may not be used in conjunction with Registered Apprenticeship Program courses. This practicum course may be delivered on- or off-campus. Instruction must be delivered by a qualified teacher with journeyperson certification or an experienced professional with journeyperson certification, who is under the supervision of the qualified teacher; both must be authorized to supervise trainees for the external credential. This course is not to be used by students working towards their 1400 hours of on-the-job training.

Note: Students do not need to take this course in order to complete the Hairstylist Apprenticeship pathway. AIT's CTS Course Completion Record on the Tradesecrets website (https://tradesecrets.alberta.ca/about-us/forms-and-references/) does not list this course.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. perform assigned tasks and responsibilities efficiently and effectively, as required by the agency granting credentials
    • 1.1 identify regulations and regulatory bodies related to the credential
    • 1.2 describe personal roles and responsibilities, including:
      • 1.2.1 key responsibilities
      • 1.2.2 support functions/responsibilities
      • 1.2.3 code of ethics
    • 1.3 describe personal work responsibilities and categorize them as:
      • 1.3.1 routine tasks; e.g., daily, weekly, monthly, yearly
      • 1.3.2 non-routine tasks; e.g., emergencies
      • 1.3.3 tasks requiring personal judgement
      • 1.3.4 tasks requiring approval of a supervisor

  • 2. analyze personal performance in relation to established standards
    • 2.1 evaluate application of competencies developed in related CTS courses
    • 2.2 evaluate standards of performance in terms of:
      • 2.2.1 quality of work
      • 2.2.2 quantity of work
    • 2.3 evaluate adherence to workplace policies and procedures related to health and safety
    • 2.4 evaluate the work environment in terms of:
      • 2.4.1 location
      • 2.4.2 floor plan of work area
      • 2.4.3 analysis of workflow patterns
    • 2.5 evaluate a professional in a related occupation in terms of:
      • 2.5.1 training and certification
      • 2.5.2 interpersonal skills
      • 2.5.3 technical skills
      • 2.5.4 professional ethics

  • 3. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 3.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 3.1.1 communicate
      • 3.1.2 manage information
      • 3.1.3 use numbers
      • 3.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 3.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 3.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 3.2.2 be responsible
      • 3.2.3 be adaptable
      • 3.2.4 learn continuously
      • 3.2.5 work safely
    • 3.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 3.2.1 work with others
      • 3.2.2 participate in projects and tasks
HSA3790: HSA Practicum D

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisites: None

Description: Students, on the work site, continue to develop and refine those competencies developed in related Career and Technology Studies (CTS) occupational areas, previous practicums, and other experiences.

Parameters: This course should be accessed only by students continuing to work toward attaining a recognized credential offered by an agency external to the school. Practicum courses extend the competencies developed in related CTS occupational areas. The practicum courses may not be delivered as stand-alone courses and may not be combined with core courses. This course may not be used in conjunction with Registered Apprenticeship Program courses. This practicum course may be delivered on- or off-campus. Instruction must be delivered by a qualified teacher with journeyperson certification or an experienced professional with journeyperson certification, who is under the supervision of the qualified teacher; both must be authorized to supervise trainees for the external credential. This course is not to be used by students working towards their 1400 hours of on-the-job training.

Note: Students do not need to take this course in order to complete the Hairstylist Apprenticeship pathway. AIT's CTS Course Completion Record on the Tradesecrets website (https://tradesecrets.alberta.ca/about-us/forms-and-references/) does not list this course.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. perform assigned tasks and responsibilities efficiently and effectively, as required by the agency granting credentials
    • 1.1 identify regulations and regulatory bodies related to the credential
    • 1.2 describe personal roles and responsibilities, including:
      • 1.2.1 key responsibilities
      • 1.2.2 support functions/responsibilities
      • 1.2.3 code of ethics
    • 1.3 describe personal work responsibilities and categorize them as:
      • 1.3.1 routine tasks; e.g., daily, weekly, monthly, yearly
      • 1.3.2 non-routine tasks; e.g., emergencies
      • 1.3.3 tasks requiring personal judgement
      • 1.3.4 tasks requiring approval of a supervisor

  • 2. analyze personal performance in relation to established standards
    • 2.1 evaluate application of competencies developed in related CTS courses
    • 2.2 evaluate standards of performance in terms of:
      • 2.2.1 quality of work
      • 2.2.2 quantity of work
    • 2.3 evaluate adherence to workplace policies and procedures related to health and safety
    • 2.4 evaluate the work environment in terms of:
      • 2.4.1 location
      • 2.4.2 floor plan of work area
      • 2.4.3 analysis of workflow patterns
    • 2.5 evaluate a professional in a related occupation in terms of:
      • 2.5.1 training and certification
      • 2.5.2 interpersonal skills
      • 2.5.3 technical skills
      • 2.5.4 professional ethics

  • 3. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 3.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 3.1.1 communicate
      • 3.1.2 manage information
      • 3.1.3 use numbers
      • 3.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 3.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 3.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 3.2.2 be responsible
      • 3.2.3 be adaptable
      • 3.2.4 learn continuously
      • 3.2.5 work safely
    • 3.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 3.3.1 work with others
      • 3.3.2 participate in projects and tasks
HSA3900: Apprenticeship Safety

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisites: None

Description: Students develop the knowledge and skills required to maintain a personal health and safety plan; identify the steps for obtaining a journeyman certificate; and describe how to apply legislation, regulations, and practices of the industry.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. apply legislation, regulations, and practices ensuring safe work in the hairstylist trade
    • 1.1 demonstrate the application of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulation, and Code
    • 1.2 describe the employer’s and employee’s role with Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) regulations, Worksite Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS), fire regulations, Workers’ Compensation Board regulations, and related advisory bodies and agencies
    • 1.3 describe Alberta’s Public Health Act and the Personal Services Regulation as it pertains to the hairstylist industry
    • 1.4 describe industry practices for hazard assessment and control procedures
    • 1.5 describe the responsibilities of workers and employers to apply emergency procedures
    • 1.6 describe tradesperson attitudes with respect to housekeeping, personal protective equipment (PPE), and emergency procedures
    • 1.7 describe the roles and responsibilities of employers and employees with the selection and use of PPE
    • 1.8 select, use, and maintain appropriate PPE for worksite applications
    • 1.9 use required PPE for tasks

  • 2. use industry standard practices for climbing, lifting, rigging, and hoisting in the hairstylist trade
    • 2.1 describe manual lifting procedures
    • 2.2 describe rigging hardware and associated safety factors
    • 2.3 describe industry-related body mechanics
    • 2.4 select equipment for rigging loads
    • 2.5 describe hoisting and load moving procedures
    • 2.6 maintain PPE for climbing, lifting, and load moving equipment
    • 2.7 practise workplace ergonomics
    • 2.8 use PPE for climbing, lifting, and load moving equipment

  • 3. apply industry standard practices for hazardous materials and fire protection in the hairstylist trade
    • 3.1 describe roles, responsibilities, features, and practices related to the WHMIS program
    • 3.2 describe three key elements of WHMIS
    • 3.3 describe handling, storing, and transporting procedures for hazardous material
    • 3.4 describe venting procedures when working with hazardous materials
    • 3.5 describe hazards, classes, procedures, and equipment related to fire protection

  • 4. manage an apprenticeship to earn journeyperson certification
    • 4.1 describe the contractual responsibilities of the apprentice, the employer, and Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training
    • 4.2 describe the purpose of the apprentice record book
    • 4.3 describe the procedure for changing employers during an active apprenticeship
    • 4.4 describe the purpose of the course outline
    • 4.5 describe the procedure for progressing through an apprenticeship
    • 4.6 describe advancement opportunities in this trade

  • 5. use coaching skills when training an apprentice
    • 5.1 describe the process for coaching an apprentice

  • 6. describe the role of the network of industry committees that represent trades and occupations in Alberta
    • 6.1 describe Alberta’s Apprenticeship and Industry Training system
    • 6.2 describe roles and responsibilities of the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training Board, the government of Alberta, and post-secondary institutions
    • 6.3 describe roles and responsibilities of the Provincial Apprenticeship Committees (PACs), Local Apprenticeship Committees (LACs), and Occupational Committees (OCs)

  • 7. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 7.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 7.1.1 communicate
      • 7.1.2 manage information
      • 7.1.3 use numbers
      • 7.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 7.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 7.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 7.2.2 be responsible
      • 7.2.3 be adaptable
      • 7.2.4 learn continuously
      • 7.2.5 work safely
    • 7.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 7.3.1 work with others
      • 7.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 8. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 8.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 8.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3506: Styling, Perming, & Colouring Tools & Equipment

Level: Second Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: HSA3900: Apprenticeship Safety

Description: Students describe, maintain, and use tools and equipment for styling, perming, and colouring hair. Students demonstrate how to use styling aids for wet hair.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. use and maintain hairstyling, perming, and colouring tools and equipment
    • 1.1 describe tools and equipment used for styling, perming, and colouring hair
    • 1.2 describe power tools and equipment used for styling, perming, and colouring hair
    • 1.3 describe procedures for sanitizing and disinfecting tools and equipment
    • 1.4 describe the replacement of sanitizing and disinfectant solutions
    • 1.5 describe safety and maintenance for tools and equipment
    • 1.6 demonstrate infection control for hairstyling tools and electrical equipment
    • 1.7 demonstrate maintenance of tools and equipment used for styling, perming, and colouring hair
    • 1.8 use styling, perming, and colouring hair tools and equipment

  • 2. use styling aids for wet hair
    • 2.1 describe the removal of excess moisture
    • 2.2 describe styling aids and applications
    • 2.3 demonstrate the removal of excess moisture
    • 2.4 demonstrate applications of styling aids

  • 3. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 3.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 3.1.1 communicate
      • 3.1.2 manage information
      • 3.1.3 use numbers
      • 3.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 3.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 3.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 3.2.2 be responsible
      • 3.2.3 be adaptable
      • 3.2.4 learn continuously
      • 3.2.5 work safely
    • 3.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 3.3.1 work with others
      • 3.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 4. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 4.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 4.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3511: Drying Hair

Level: Second Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: HSA3900: Apprenticeship Safety

Description: Students describe and demonstrate effective techniques to dry hair.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. dry hair
    • 1.1 describe pre-drying techniques
    • 1.2 describe manipulation of hair
    • 1.3 demonstrate directing hair using the hands
    • 1.4 demonstrate the use of products
    • 1.5 explain the use of products for specific texture and natural growth patterns
    • 1.6 demonstrate the use of tools and equipment used for drying the hair

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3516: Setting Wet Hair

Level: Second Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisites: HSA3900: Apprenticeship Safety

Description: Students describe and demonstrate techniques for setting wet hair into style patterns.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. set wet hair into a style pattern
    • 1.1 describe the use of styling products
    • 1.2 describe techniques for setting wet hair to style hair
    • 1.3 describe starting point and establishing direction of hair
    • 1.4 describe finger waving, pin curling, and roller setting
    • 1.5 demonstrate techniques for hair manipulation
    • 1.6 demonstrate setting wet hair into a style pattern

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3521: Styling Dry Hair

Level: Second Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisites: HSA3900: Apprenticeship Safety

Description: Students describe and demonstrate tools and aids to style dry hair.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. style dry hair
    • 1.1 describe types of dry hairstyling and finishing aids
    • 1.2 describe distribution of styling and finishing aids
    • 1.3 describe procedures to style dry hair using thermal irons
    • 1.4 describe procedures to protect the integrity of the hair and the scalp
    • 1.5 demonstrate thermal hairstyling methods and techniques
    • 1.6 demonstrate dry hairstyling procedures

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.2.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3526: Updo & Upstyle Styling Techniques

Level: Second Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: HSA3900: Apprenticeship Safety

Description: Students describe and demonstrate techniques for creating updo and upstyle hairstyles.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. create updo and upstyle hairstyles
    • 1.1 describe updo and upstyle hairstyles
    • 1.2 describe special techniques and procedures to create updos
    • 1.3 demonstrate updo and upstyle techniques

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3531: Style Hair Using Accessories

Level: Second Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: HSA3900: Apprenticeship Safety

Description: Students learn and demonstrate how to use accessories when styling hair by creating a variety of hairstyles. Students learn and demonstrate how to use brushes and combs on a variety of haircuts and styles.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. create hairstyles using hair accessories
    • 1.1 describe hair accessories and their uses
    • 1.2 demonstrate the use of hair accessories to create a hairstyle

  • 2. brush and comb out hair
    • 2.1 describe uses of brushes and combs
    • 2.2 describe comb out procedures
    • 2.3 demonstrate procedures to relax the hair
    • 2.4 demonstrate techniques for how to backcomb and backbrush
    • 2.5 demonstrate finishing and refining techniques

  • 3. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 3.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 3.1.1 communicate
      • 3.1.2 manage information
      • 3.1.3 use numbers
      • 3.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 3.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 3.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 3.2.2 be responsible
      • 3.2.3 be adaptable
      • 3.2.4 learn continuously
      • 3.2.5 work safely
    • 3.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 3.3.1 work with others
      • 3.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 4. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 4.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 4.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3536: Hair Wrapping 1

Level: Second Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: HSA3900: Apprenticeship Safety

Description: Students explain procedures for hair wrapping.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. wrap hair
    • 1.1 describe processes for hair waving
    • 1.2 describe physical and chemical phases of chemical waving
    • 1.3 describe how to section hair for chemical waving
    • 1.4 describe procedures for hair wrapping
    • 1.5 describe techniques for hair wrapping for long hair

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3541: Hair Wrapping 2

Level: Second Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: HSA3536: Hair Wrapping 1

Description: Students demonstrate procedures for hair wrapping on a variety of hair types.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. wrap hair
    • 1.1 inspect hair and scalp prior to non-chemical and chemical services
    • 1.2 demonstrate sectioning and hair wrapping procedures

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3546: Chemical Waving 1

Level: Second Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: HSA3900: Apprenticeship Safety

Description: Students describe how to perm hair using chemical waving and neutralizing solutions.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstyling trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. describe how to process hair using waving solutions
    • 1.1 describe waving and neutralizing solutions
    • 1.2 describe waving and neutralizing application techniques and procedures
    • 1.3 describe processing time for waving and neutralizing solutions
    • 1.4 describe test curls
    • 1.5 describe water control for chemical waving
    • 1.6 describe removal of waving and neutralizing solutions
    • 1.7 describe removal of tools and excess moisture and tools

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3551: Chemical Waving 2

Level: Second Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisites: HSA3546: Chemical Waving 1

Description: Students demonstrate how to permhair using chemical waving and neutralizing solutions on a variety of hair types.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. demonstrate how to process hair using waving solutions
    • 1.1 demonstrate waving and neutralizing solutions application techniques and procedures
    • 1.2 demonstrate processing time test curls
    • 1.3 demonstrate processing hair using chemical waving and neutralizing solutions
    • 1.4 demonstrate setting water temperature and pressure
    • 1.5 demonstrate rinsing techniques
    • 1.6 demonstrate removal of tools and excess moisture

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3556: Chemical Relaxers 1

Level: Second Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisites: HSA3900: Apprenticeship Safety

Description: Students describe how to use and remove chemical relaxers and neutralizing solutions.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. describe how to process hair using relaxing solutions
    • 1.1 describe types and uses of chemical relaxers
    • 1.2 describe the tools used for chemical relaxing hair
    • 1.3 describe application procedures for chemical relaxers and neutralizing solutions
    • 1.4 describe processing of hair using chemical relaxers and neutralizing solutions
    • 1.5 describe the processing time for chemical relaxers and neutralizing solutions
    • 1.6 describe the strand test for chemical relaxers
    • 1.7 describe the removal of chemical relaxers and neutralizing solutions

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3561: Chemical Relaxers 2

Level: Second Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisites: HSA3556: Chemical Relaxers 1

Description: Students demonstrate how to use and remove chemical relaxers and neutralizing solutions.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. demonstrate how to process hair using relaxing solutions
    • 1.1 demonstrate application procedures for using chemical relaxers and neutralizing solutions
    • 1.2 demonstrate the procedure to perform a strand test
    • 1.3 demonstrate the removal of chemical relaxers and neutralizing solutions

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3566: Colouring Hair 1

Level: Second Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisites: HSA3900: Apprenticeship Safety

Description: Students describe the basic principles of colour and the chemistry of hair colouring. Students describe the procedures to do predisposition and strand tests. Students describe the procedures to apply temporary hair colouring. Students describe the procedures for the removal of colour from the scalp.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. apply colour to and remove colour from the hair
    • 1.1 describe the law of colour as it applies to the hairstylist trade
    • 1.2 describe terms that apply to the chemistry of hair colouring
    • 1.3 describe existing hair colour, including natural and artificial level, tone, and intensity
    • 1.4 describe natural levels, desired level, underlying pigment, and percentage of unpigmented hair
    • 1.5 describe hair analysis pertaining to hair colouring
    • 1.6 describe effects of developers in hair colouring
    • 1.7 describe colour application techniques and procedures
    • 1.8 describe procedures used to perform a predisposition test
    • 1.9 describe procedures used to perform a preliminary strand test
    • 1.10 describe colour formulation and mixing
    • 1.11 describe colour rinsing and removal
    • 1.12 describe the procedures to remove colour from the hair and scalp

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3571: Colouring Hair 2

Level: Second Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisites: HSA3566: Colouring Hair 1

Description: Students demonstrate how to complete predisposition and strand tests and how to mix colour formulations and prepare applications.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. apply colour to and remove colour from the hair
    • 1.1 demonstrate how to complete a predisposition test
    • 1.2 demonstrate how to complete a preliminary strand test
    • 1.3 demonstrate how to mix and apply colour formulations

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3576: Colouring Hair 3

Level: Second Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisites: HSA3571: Colouring Hair 2

Description: Students demonstrate hair colouring in a variety of ways and the removal of product from the hair and the scalp.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. apply colour to and remove colour from the hair
    • 1.1 demonstrate procedures to colour the hair
    • 1.2 demonstrate the procedure to remove product from the hair and the scalp

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3581: Colouring Virgin Hair & Regrowth

Level: Second Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisites: HSA3571: Colouring Hair 2

Description: Students describe and demonstrate the procedures and techniques for colouring virgin hair and regrowth.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. colour virgin hair and regrowth
    • 1.1 describe colour application techniques for virgin hair
    • 1.2 describe colour application techniques and procedures for colouring regrowth
    • 1.3 describe the refreshing process to hair ends
    • 1.4 demonstrate procedures to colour virgin hair
    • 1.5 demonstrate matching colour to the existing colour
    • 1.6 demonstrate procedures for regrowth applications
    • 1.7 demonstrate the refreshing process to hair ends
    • 1.8 demonstrate the procedure to remove product from the hair and the scalp

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3586: Colouring Hair Using Special Effects

Level: Second Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisites: HSA3576: Colouring Hair 3

Description: Students describe and demonstrate colouring hair using special effects.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. colour hair using special effects
    • 1.1 describe special effects techniques
    • 1.2 describe processing time for colouring hair using special effects
    • 1.3 describe removal of product and tools from hair
    • 1.4 demonstrate techniques for colouring hair using special effects

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3591: Lighten Virgin Hair & Regrowth

Level: Second Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisites: HSA3581: Colouring Virgin Hair and Regrowth

Description: Students describe and demonstrate the procedures and techniques for using lighteners and developers on virgin hair and regrowth.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. lighten virgin hair and regrowth
    • 1.1 describe hair lighteners and developers
    • 1.2 describe the formulation and mixing of lighteners and developers
    • 1.3 describe the lightening process
    • 1.4 describe the application of hair lighteners
    • 1.5 describe the lightening process on regrowth
    • 1.6 describe procedures for applying lightener to regrowth
    • 1.7 demonstrate the mixing of lighteners and developers
    • 1.8 demonstrate procedures for lightening hair
    • 1.9 demonstrate procedures for the removal of lighteners
    • 1.10 demonstrate procedures for applying lightener to regrowth
    • 1.11 demonstrate procedures for the removal of product from regrowth

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3596: Lighten Hair Using Special Effects

Level: Second Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisites: HSA3586: Colouring Hair Using Special Effects

Description: Students describe and demonstrate the procedures and techniques for lightening hair using special effects hair colouring. Students describe and demonstrate the procedures for toning pre-lightened hair.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. lighten hair using special effects hair colouring
    • 1.1 describe formula and lightening procedures using special effects hair colouring
    • 1.2 demonstrate the colour technique for lightening hair and the removal of product

  • 2. tone pre-lightened hair
    • 2.1 describe toning procedures
    • 2.2 describe level of pre-lightened hair and underlying pigment
    • 2.3 describe application of toners
    • 2.4 describe removal of toners
    • 2.5 demonstrate toning procedures for pre-lightened hair
  • 3. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 3.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 3.1.1 communicate
      • 3.1.2 manage information
      • 3.1.3 use numbers
      • 3.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 3.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 3.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 3.2.2 be responsible
      • 3.2.3 be adaptable
      • 3.2.4 learn continuously
      • 3.2.5 work safely
    • 3.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 3.3.1 work with others
      • 3.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 4. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 4.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 4.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3601: Colour Corrections

Level: Second Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisites: HSA3576: Colouring Hair 3

Description: Students describe and demonstrate the procedures and techniques for colour corrections and the removal of colour correction product.

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. process colour corrections
    • 1.1 identify existing colour and achieve desired results
    • 1.2 describe procedures and sequences of application of colour correction product
    • 1.3 demonstrate application techniques and procedures to correct colour
    • 1.4 demonstrate removal of colour correction product

  • 2. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 2.1.1 communicate
      • 2.1.2 manage information
      • 2.1.3 use numbers
      • 2.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 2.2.2 be responsible
      • 2.2.3 be adaptable
      • 2.2.4 learn continuously
      • 2.2.5 work safely
    • 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 2.3.1 work with others
      • 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals
HSA3606: Specialized Services & Standards

Level: Second Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisites: HSA3900: Apprenticeship Safety

Description: Students describe and demonstrate specialized services (e.g., hair extensions, wigs, hairpieces) and standards (e.g., Red Seal products).

Parameters: Access to a professional hairstyling facility or laboratory and/or equipment and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification in the hairstylist trade.

Note: Red Seal products refers to the National Occupational Analysis (NOA) and the Red Seal Occupational Standard (RSOS). The NOA/RSOS provides a breakdown of the exams and practice questions at Red Seal: Hairstylist (http://www.red-seal.ca/trades/h.1.3rstyl.3st-eng.html).

Outcomes: The student will:

  • 1. select, apply, and remove hair extensions
    • 1.1 describe types of hair extensions and application methods for hair extensions
    • 1.2 describe the selection of hair extensions
    • 1.3 describe application procedures
    • 1.4 describe colour and texture matching
    • 1.5 describe application procedures for adding hair extensions
    • 1.6 describe blending and shaping of hair extensions with the existing hair
    • 1.7 describe removal methods of hair extensions
    • 1.8 demonstrate colour and texture matching
    • 1.9 demonstrate application techniques and procedures for attaching hair extensions
    • 1.10 demonstrate blending and shaping of hair extensions with existing hair
    • 1.11 demonstrate removal methods for hair extensions

  • 2. select, fit, and style wigs and hairpieces
    • 2.1 describe types of wigs and hairpieces
    • 2.2 describe customization and fitting of wigs and hairpieces
    • 2.3 describe procedures to clean and maintain wigs and hairpieces
    • 2.4 describe safety precautions and sanitation procedures for wig or hairpiece services
    • 2.5 select and style a wig and a hairpiece
    • 2.6 service a hairpiece

  • 3. maintain records and follow manufacturer’s directions
    • 3.1 describe record maintenance
    • 3.2 describe types of information to record
    • 3.3 describe manufacturer’s directions
    • 3.4 use manufacturer’s directions
    • 3.5 complete client record cards or databases
    • 3.6 complete client release forms or statements

  • 4. use Red Seal products to challenge an interprovincial examination
    • 4.1 identify Red Seal products used to develop interprovincial examinations
    • 4.2 use Red Seal products to prepare for an interprovincial examination

  • 5. demonstrate basic competencies
    • 5.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
      • 5.1.1 communicate
      • 5.1.2 manage information
      • 5.1.3 use numbers
      • 5.1.4 think and solve problems
    • 5.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
      • 5.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
      • 5.2.2 be responsible
      • 5.2.3 be adaptable
      • 5.2.4 learn continuously
      • 5.2.5 work safely
    • 5.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
      • 5.3.1 work with others
      • 5.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 6. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
    • 6.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
    • 6.2 identify steps to achieve goals
 





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