FAQs - Associate Program
What will I learn?
Our program covers every aspect of being a successful stylist: consultations, building successful guest relationships, marketing, Instagram, photography, haircutting and styling, various extension methods, technical details of foiling and foilayage, reverse balayage, color theory (including glossing and gray coverage), and how to have a life of health, free time and wealth.
What will my day look like?
You’ll work closely with our stylists, assisting with consultations, color + highlight applications, glossing, styling and keeping the salon tidy. You'll also split your time with a mix of general assisting and front desk duties to learn all aspects of the business. This is NOT just a shampoo position—you’ll be actively working on guests alongside your lead stylist and learning every day.
When do I get to see guests on my own?
You control the pace of when you start opportunity shifts (shifts where you can work on friends + family who request you). You can begin as early as week 3. Once you’ve demonstrated a strong understanding of UTHS Service Standards and proficiency in a variety of services during your initial opportunity shifts, we’ll open your schedule to new salon guests
How much money will I make?
As an associate you will make $15 an hr + tips. This hourly rate applies to all weekly trainings during working hours and all hours that you are in the salon as a co-stylist.
How many hours a week will I work?
You’ll begin with anywhere from 8 to 32 hours a week, depending on your availability and the salon's needs. By week 3, if you’re ready and have filled your opportunity shifts, we’ll add a half-day for you to start taking your own guests. These opportunity shifts can add an extra 6 hours a week to your schedule.
What is the timeline of the program?
Our Associate Program typically lasts 6-12 months, depending on your pace and hours worked. The more effort you put in and the more demand you create for your time, the quicker you’ll progress. Some work is required to be completed outside of your regular scheduled hours. As you advance, you’ll gradually transition from assisting to spending more days behind your own chair. A full-time stylist works 4 days a week.