Application Process

• Obtain application from links to forms below or contact Myra Stachowicz, Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards (see address and phone below).
• When you have found an employer/sponsor, contact Myra Stachowicz at the Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards - address and phone number below.

Forms

Contact

Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards
Myra Stachowicz
email: myra.stachowicz@dwd.state.wi.us
770 Scheidler Road
Chippewa Falls, WI  54729
715-738-3853

WITC Rice Lake
(800) 243-9482

Randy Deli, Academic Dean
715-234-7082, ext. 5113

Sue Finstad, Apprenticeship Assistant
715-234-7082, ext. 5289

Patty Prytz, Barber/Cosmetology Instructor
1900 College Drive
Rice Lake, WI  54868
Phone: 715-234-7082, ext. 5331

Apprenticeship Information

• Wisconsin Laws and Rules
• Salon Ecology
• Safety and Sanitation
• Salon Operations
• Theory of Hair Cutting, Styling, Coloring, Permanent Waving, Chemical Relaxing,  Manicuring and Artificial Nails, Facials, Applied Communications.

Working Conditions:

Generally work in clean, pleasant salons with good lighting and ventilation.  This occupation also requires strong interpersonal communication skills and standing for long periods.  Work hours usually include evenings and weekends.

Qualifications:

• Age 18 years, high school diploma or GED
• Physically capable of performing the trade.
• Possess valid driver's license or means of transportation.
• Recommended high school courses: general math, English, chemistry, science, biology, and accounting.

Terms of Apprenticeship:

• Two year training program
• 3,712 hours on-the-job training
• 288 hours paid related instruction