Cheri Paizen, Hairstylist
Cheri entered the Hairstylist program at Lord Selkirk Collegiate after she finished high school and had worked for a couple of years. To get her licence, Cheri did 1400 hours of classroom training at an accredited institution as well as two years' work experience.
Cheri apprenticed at the same salon where she is now employed as a licensed Hairstylist. She often takes courses to upgrade her skills, and will soon be a certified Nail Technician
Most hairstylists, like Cheri, start out in hairstyling salons, hair replacement clinics and studios. Eventually, some manage a salon or eventually own and operate their own business.
This is a Red Seal Trade. If you have a Certificate of Qualification, you can work in as a Hairstylist in any Canadian province or territory where the trade is designated Red Seal.