Programs

Apprenticeship and Training Programs in Santee, CA

APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS

The Apprenticeship Program is a training program approved by the Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS) and Board of Barbering and Cosmetology (Board) that allows a trainee, called an apprentice, to earn a wage while studying to become a cosmetologist, barber, or electrologist under the guidance and supervision of a trainer in an establishment licensed by the Board.

BARBER APPRENTICESHIP

In this program, students are able to earn while they learn with a Barber Apprentice License to work in a shop full-time from 32-40 hours a week for 20-24 months or 3200 hours. After completing all the requirements of hours, operations, and tests, students will be able to apply for the State Board Exam for a Barber license.

BARBER APPRENTICE LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Upon completion of signing up and paying the enrollment fee, students need to do the following:

REQUIREMENT #1

Attend 39 hours of Pre-Apprenticeship training.

Health and Safety
Infection Control: Principles and Practices
Board Rules and Regulations
Life Skills
Study Skills
Your Professional Image
Communicating for Success
On The Job
Implements, Tools and Equipment

REQUIREMENT #2

As part of the 250 hours of Related Supplemental Instruction (RSI)- Classroom instruction of Theory during the 2 years. To learn to have a good understanding and be ready to take the State Board Written Exam.*

Barber Practical Exam

The History of Barbering
Bacteriology
Anatomy and Physiology
Chemistry
Electricity and Light Therapy
Properties and Disorders of the Hair and Scalp
Treatment of the Hair and Scalp
Properties and Disorders of the Skin
Men's Facial Massage and Treatments
Shaving and Facial Hair Design
Men's Hair Cutting and Styling
Men's Hairpieces
Women's Hair Cutting and Styling
Chemical Texture Services
Hair Coloring and Lightening
Nails and Manicuring
State Board Preparation and Licensing Law
The Job Search
Barbershop Management

*TNN uses updated technology to help our students succeed in passing the State Board Written Exam.

REQUIREMENT #3

On-The-Job Training:

After the Apprentice License is issued, the apprentice needs to start working in the approved shop with their trainer full-time, 32-40 hours a week over 2 years. The trainer is to keep track of the student's hours and operations on the Barber's OJT log sheet. This is one of the unique aspects of the apprenticeship program because our students can be making money while getting training on the job.

COSMETOLOGY APPRENTICESHIP

In this program, students are able to earn while learning on the job with a Cosmetology Apprentice License to work in a shop full-time from 32-40 hours a week for 20-24 months. After completing all the requirements of hours, operations, and tests, the student will be able to apply for the State Board Exam for a Cosmetology license.

COSMETOLOGY APPRENTICE LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Upon completion of signing up and pay the enrollment fee; students need to do the following:

REQUIREMENT #1

Attend 39 hours of Pre-Apprenticeship training.

Health and Safety
Infection Control: Principles and Practices
Board Rules and Regulations
Life Skills
Study Skills
Your Professional Image
Communicating for Success
On The Job
Implements, Tools and Equipment

REQUIREMENT #2

As part of the 250 hours of Related Supplemental Instruction (RSI) - Classroom instruction of Theory during the 2 years. Students are to learn to have a good understanding and be ready to take the State Board Written Exam.*

History and Career Opportunities
General Anatomy and Physiology
Properties of the Hair and Scalp
Scalp Care: Shampooing and Conditioning
Basics of Chemistry
Basics of Electricity
Principle of Hair Design
Hair Cutting
Hair Styling
Braiding and Braid Extensions
Wigs and Hair Additions
Chemical Texture Services
Hair Coloring
Skin Structure, Growth and Nutrition
Skin Diseases and Disorders
Hair Removal
Facials
Facial Makeup
Nair Structure and Growth
Nail Disorders and Diseases
Manicuring
Pedicuring
Nail Tips and Wraps
Monomer Liquid and Polymer Powder Nail Enhancement
UV Gels
Seeking Employment
The Salon Business

*TNN uses updated technology to help our students succeed in passing the State Board Written Exam.

REQUIREMENT #3

On-The-Job Training:

After the Apprentice License is issued, the apprentice needs to start working in the approved shop and with the trainer full-time, for 32-40 hours a week over 2 years. The trainer is to keep track of the student's hours and operations on the Cosmetology's OJT log sheet. This is one of the unique aspects of the apprenticeship program because our students can be making money while getting training on the job.

EXTRA CURRICULUM COURSES

We will help guide you on a path into the beauty industry by teaching you the skills you will need to make your creativity shine and find success. These extra curriculum courses cover an array of topics and skills, offering you choices and the freedom to select the areas in which you wish to develop and gain mastery.

NON-SURGICAL HAIR REPLACEMENT (NSHR).

32 hours with Option to do internship

Learn to custom-design hairpieces
Consultation
Properly cut, style and fitted to client’s desire look.
Learn how to factory-direct order
Insurance billing
Offer maintenance program to client
Have option to assist the educators to gain further experience.

Price: $3000

Kit includes 1 textbook, order form, tools, color swatches, texture swatches, hair density swatches, gray percentage swatches, hair clips, glue, tapes, clips, brushes, shampoo & conditioner, 1 roll of cellophane.

Diploma Certification

THE COMB EXCEL EDUCATION

Students who attend classes at our Technical Center will have the knowledge and skills to become the leaders of a new generation of hairstylists. They learn by using science and technology, drawing on the principles of visual mathematics, design, engineering, and architecture to ensure accurate and precise haircuts – every time.

Our students accelerate their career development thanks to our fast teaching techniques, putting them behind the chair in a few short months. We substitute guesswork and estimating with tools and training that build skills and confidence as our graduates grow in their careers. We’re taking the hair professional and the beauty industry to a new level of understanding.

BOOTCAMP: COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAM

Level 1- Learn four foundational haircuts.

This is the most popular class we teach at beauty academies. It introduces students to our tool and precise cutting methods. Taught on-site at the academy by our experienced educators, using our manual, students begin to build skills and confidence as they prepare to pass the state board exam.

Duration: 7 weeks (4 hours each) - Theory & Practical

Includes: The Comb, 1 doll head, instruction manual.

Fast Track - Learn texturizing techniques with advance haircuts

Students will take the first steps to achieve Master Stylist certification and take their skills and understanding of haircutting to a new level. We apply Science, Technology, Visual mathematics, and introduce hair diagramming as part of the design process.

Learn 7 Basic haircuts
Blow-dry styling
Body discipline
Shears mechanics
Introduction to diagramming
Portfolio photos after each haircut

Duration: 7 weeks (4 hours each) - Theory & Practical

Includes: 1 doll head, instruction manual.

EDUCATION: HAIR COLORING

Level 1 – Introduction to Hair Coloration

You will Learn: Hair structure, hair terminology, color formulation, effective use of the Color Chart. Foundational to peak performance advanced hair color theory for the stylist. Obtain and become familiar with the industry color formulation chart.

Duration: 4 hours - Theory

Includes: Handouts

Level 2 – The Speed and Techniques of Color Application

You will Learn: Practical application techniques - Balancing, Speed, Accuracy and Consistency.