Basic Hairstylist Fall 2013 Orientation - Algonquin College

INTRODUCTION TOTHE HAIR STYLISTAPPRENTICESHIPPROGRAM

Introduction to Hair StylistWelcome to the 2013-14 school year!o We are planning and anticipating a 8weeks filled with challenge, learning, andexcitement.o The following outline will supply you withsome of the basic information concerningthe program.

Introduction to Hair Stylist• Classes are mandatory. An absence will be excused with a Doctor’snote, although repeated absences may depict otherwise.• Students should expect homework weekly in order to keep theirgrades up.• Long-term projects and assignments will be introduced and workedon in class and at home.• Due dates will be fair and strictly enforced.• Current grades are posted regularly through Blackboard.• Your class Blackboard site includes many of the assignments,assignment due dates, the current grades, and a variety ofother helpful information.

Introduction to Hair Stylist• Blackboard and College email useo You are expected to use your Live@AC email account tocontact your professorso In order to gain your access your username andpassword please follow these steps:1. Go to http://www.algonquincollege.com2. Select Current Students Portal3. Select ACSIS4. Follow instructions for ACSIS to login5. Once you have successfully logged into ACSISselect Network Account Informationo The shaded area will have your username andpassword. This is to be used to access yourBlackboard account and Live@AC account

Introduction to Hair Stylist• Your class’s will be involved in manydiverse activities.• Students can ensure success by beingequipped, organized, and prepared.• There are readings outlined on all of theCSI’s aka. (Week by Week schedules)

Introduction to Hair StylistBasic Apprenticeship Program8 weeksBegins August 26 th and Finishes October 18 thMonday October 14 th is a holiday(no classes)During the Second Week of Class EI will becoming in to do paperworkIT IS ABSOLUTELY IMPERATIVE YOU ARE IN CLASS TO DO THEPAPERWORK WHEN THE EI REPS ARE HERE

Introduction to Hair StylistYou are required to have the following itemsdaily at school: Your kit Your uniform Your required textbooks

Introduction to Hair Stylist• Success in this areacorrelates significantlywith good grades!Mandatory Supplies• Please take your hairstylistuniform, tools, swatch kit and textbookrequirements seriously.

Introduction to Hair StylistMandatory Supplies (Uniform)Black lab coats (withAlgonquin logo (must bepurchased at CollegeBookstore)Hairstylist name tag(must be purchasedat College Bookstore)Black bottoms(Pants, Capri's,Skirts)Comfortable nonslipblack shoes*Your uniform must be clean and complete at all times*Students with incomplete or unclean uniforms will be refused entry tolab.

Introduction to Hair StylistMandatory Supplies-Stylist Kit*We will go through and review the Kit listthat was sent to you.*Swatch Kit can be purchased at thebookstore*Your stylist kit must be clean and complete at all times.*Students with incomplete or unclean stylist kit will be refused entry to lab.

Introduction to Hair Stylist• Rules of Conduct….• Respect others, materials and the classroomlearning experience.• Bring assignments, textbooks and supplies toclass.• Arrive for your class prepared and on time• Follow all directions on assignments. Bethorough, neat and accurate.• Leave the hair stylist labs clean and neat whenyou depart.• Conduct yourself in a professional manner

Introduction to Hair StylistBuilding Rules and PoliciesSmoking only in designated areas:• You must be completely off the property therefore,you must go to the sidewalk at the corner ofWoodroffe and Huntclub• Failure to do so could result in a fine up to $500.00

Introduction to Hair StylistBuilding Rules and Policies• Fire alarm- should the alarm sound while you arehere you are to:Immediately exit the building via the closest exit and waituntil it safe to return into the building• Code green- should this code be called the responseis the same as if it were a fire alarm• Code red- should this code be called you are toremain in your classroom (if in the halls go to yournearest classroom) stay quiet and follow teachersdirections

Introduction to Hair Stylist• Parking- there is no on-site parking atConfederation Learning Center forStudents• Parking is available “free of charge” on afirst come first serve basis BEHIND theNepean Sportsplex.• If you park on school property you may getticketed and/or towed

Introduction to Hair StylistBuilding Rules and Policies• Lockers-are issued free of charge by your programCoordinator• Lockers need to be emptied at the end of each level• Students who withdraw from forfeit the use of a locker• When your program is complete you must remove all thecontents of your locker on or before your last day ofclasses• Failure to empty your locker will result in lock beingremoved and contents disposed of• The college is not responsible for any lost or stolen items

Introduction to Hair StylistLocker Tips……• Students should not store perishables, offensive items, money orvaluables in their locker.• Lockers should be secured with a suitable lock when not in use.• Students should obtain independent insurance or confirm coverageunder an existing insurance policy to cover the risk of loss ordamage to their property while on the College premises, which willinclude items stored in lockers.• If you are assigned a locker and find that there is already a lock onit, please notify your Program Coordinator, to arrange to have itremoved. Be sure to bring valid photo id and your own lock.

Introduction to Hair Stylist• Lunch Room - It is used by 100 students on a given day.FRIDGE• Please remember• to label all containers and bags.• remove unused items at the end of each day• Frozen items can stay overnight, but please label 1 st and last name• THE FRIDGE IS COMPLETELY CLEANED OUT EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT….ALLFOOD AND CONTAINERS ARE THROWN AWAY…NO EXCEPTIONSMICROWAVE• Please Remember• To clean up your own messes in and around microwave• Don’t bring offensive smelling food as it lingers in the whole schoolexample. FISH• Don’t use the kettle and microwave at the same time…it blows afuse…sorry!

Introduction to Hair StylistWe want students to leave Algonquin College successful in theirchosen field and life. We expect students to be productive andself-directed.The School of Hospitality and Tourism would like to see you succeedacademically and with a strong community association. Throughstudent, parent and faculty involvement, all students should succeed.Again, welcome to the Algonquin College School of Hospitality andTourism Hair Stylist program.Have a great 8 weeks!