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In School? Start Your Career Before You Graduate.

Get hands-on experience, industry education, and a direct path to a stylist position through Hair Cuttery’s FuturePRO Program.

Are you graduating within 90 days?

Our FuturePRO program bridges the gap from Cosmetology school to becoming a Licensed Salon Professional. Gain exclusive access if you're a salon student graduating within 90 days:

Learn from Expert-Guided Classes

New hire orientation classes that allow you to engage with and learn from other stylists.

Hands-On Training

More on-the-job training, guidance & feedback to set you up for a successful salon professional career.

Reach Your Financial Goals

We support your success with competitive pay and benefits, along with paid vacation based on your average hourly rate, medical insurance, a 401(k), and more!

Surround Yourself with Mentors

Mentorship with time for observation and technical practice with experienced stylists in a full service salon setting.

Grow with Continued Learning

FREE trend-driven technical education classes that support your learning goals & objectives.

Easily Transition into Your Career

The opportunity to be part of a dedicated & passionate salon team.

Grow Your Career, Your Way

Earn up to 75% commission, promote yourself twice a year, and boost your income with ongoing marketing support and retail education.

Stylist & Guest Apps

From managing earnings to filling your chair, our technology is designed to support your success.

Together we’ll build your blueprint for your dream career

Cosmetology students and recent grads can turn their passion into a career they love at Hair Cuttery. With 500+ locations and three salon brands, we offer the support, flexibility, and growth opportunities to help you succeed—from school to behind the chair and beyond.

Ashleigh

Experienced Stylist

"Hair Cuttery gave me the hands-on experience and mentorship I missed in school through the FuturePRO program. They helped me go from student to Salon Leader in less than a year."

—Ashleigh
Marirose

Salon Manager

"I started in the FuturePRO program, then became a Salon Professional. From there, I became an Assistant Salon Leader — and now I’m a Salon Leader."

—Mary Rose

Build your skills & income with free education & certifications

Build your skills with our free certifications, live and virtual training, in-person seminars, and on-demand learning — all designed to grow your expertise, boost your earnings, and advance your career.

  • Foundational skill building
  • Entry-level, advanced, and trend-driven training
  • Certifications in Color, Keratin, and more

Your Stylist Hype Squad: The HCFB education team

Your Stylist Hype Squad: The HCFB education team

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Meet the salon education team

Steve Waldman

Steve Waldman

Artistic/Technical Director and Product Consultant

Steve is an experienced and knowledgeable expert in the hair industry who works to ensure salons carry innovative products and leads the research, development, and branding of HCFB’s professional hair care line, cibu®.

Gregory White

Gregory White

Field Education Leader

Gregory serves the Maryland & Bubbles regions and is a passionate hair care professional and mentor who offers informative training sessions on current and future trends, best practices, and professionalism in salons to empower young salon pros.

Starr Mason

Starr Mason

Field Education Leader

Starr serves the Virginia region and is a certified hair expert, offering virtual and in-person training sessions to Salon Professionals to help them perfect their styling techniques and textured-hair services.

Shanna Hushaw

Shanna Hushaw

Field Education Leader

Shanna serves the Chicago/Miami regions and champions every stylist by providing the necessary tools and support for growth. She is committed to promoting education and positive culture in the industry.

Paije O’Connell

Paije O’Connell

Field Education Leader

Paige serves the Florida region and is an experienced and knowledgeable expert in color, cutting, styling, and confidence-building who fosters relationships with salon professionals to prioritize education and self/client care.

Colleen Dimario

Colleen Dimario

Field Education Leader

Colleen serves the Northern region and is an experienced salon professional who promotes confidence, professionalism, skills, and training to help other salon professionals become successful.

From school to salon in just 3 easy steps

  1. Video Interview
  2. Decision & Offer
  3. Start Your Onboarding

Find a job and start your application today.

Now Hiring Student to Work Positions!

Empowering the Next Generation of Stylists Through School Partnerships

From school to behind the chair:

Your journey continues with HCFB

Ready to glow up your career? At Hair Cuttery Family of Brands, we’re more than just great hair—we’re where careers get their start and stylists stick around to grow.

Thanks to our awesome school partners, we connect with FuturePROs early to cheer them on, show them the ropes, and help them thrive behind the chair. These moments reflect the power of those partnerships—and the beginning of many incredible career journeys.

Journey with HCFB team

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Values that support you and your success

Real

We feel confident to express our true selves.

Respect

We treat others the way they want to be treated.

Responsible

We speak to the truth and do what's right.