Job Title: Stylist Apprentice
Location: Blondie’s Salon & Spa
Program Length: 12 Weeks
Status: Apprentice (Part-Time, Temporary Training Role)
Upon Graduation: Promotion to Level 1 Stylist
Compensation:
Level 1: $12/hour
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Level 2: $12/hour
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Graduation: 40% Service Commission + 10% Retail Commission
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Program Summary:
Blondie’s Salon & Spa offers a hands-on, 12-week Cosmetology Apprenticeship Program designed for cosmetology students or recent graduates (within 4 years of graduation) ready to fast-track their career. Our structured, in-salon training prepares apprentices to grow from foundational skills to advanced client services, with mentorship from industry-leading stylists and trainers.
What You’ll Learn:
Client consultation, guest experience, and luxury service enhancements
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Shampooing, headspa treatments, blow-dry and styling theory
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Haircutting, updos, special occasion styling, and curly hair care
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Color techniques including root touch-ups, highlights, balayage, and more
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Business education: branding, time standards, treatment planning, and client retention
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Social media fundamentals and photography basics for personal brand growth
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Structure & Schedule:
The program is divided into 3 phases:
- Phase 1 (If currently in school): Saturdays only (9:00AM-3:00PM)
- Phase 2 (Post-graduation): Tuesday–Thursday training and client days
- Tuesdays 9:00AM-6:00PM
- Wednesdays 9:00AM-5:00PM
- Thursdays 9:00AM-6:00PM
After Session 8 of Program: Add Fridays 9:00AM-6:00PM
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- Phase 3 (After Session 8): Adds Friday client work
All apprentices complete weekly homework through Canvas and receive regular evaluations on skill, speed, and professionalism.
Program Perks:
Small group, personalized training
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Weekly one-on-one coaching and assignments
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Use of professional products, mannequin heads, and backbar tools
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Social media content coaching and model coordination
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- Opportunities to build your clientele before licensure completion
Benefits
- At-cost salon/spa services for employees
- 10% commission on all personal retail sales
- Paid time off (PTO) for eligible employees
Ongoing training and mentorship
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Opportunities for advancement within administrative, operations, or retail leadership roles
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- Supportive team environment with a focus on collaboration and growth
Requirements:
Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a licensed cosmetology program
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Professional attitude, punctuality, and willingness to learn
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Must have access to a computer/laptop for homework submissions
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Commitment to the full 12-week program and scheduled sessions
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Graduation Outcome:
Upon successful completion, apprentices may be promoted to Level 1 Stylist with the opportunity to build their own schedule and begin earning commission-based pay.
