and We're here to help you make that dream a reality!

Time after time we have heard comments like "You have my dream job!" and "I wish I could pursue a career in Hair and Makeup, but I don't know where to begin or if it's even a sustainable career!". 

The truth is, the beauty + bridal industries are BOOMING and a career in Hair and Makeup has never been more sustainable and rewarding!

With the right education, hands-on experience and tools, the dream of working a flexible, creative + uplifting career with incredible clients has never been easier! 

We know the feeling!
That's why we have spent YEARS creating our proven hair + makeup training programs!

Want to pursue a Career in Hair and/or Makeup, but don't know where to begin?

So you've decided to pursue a career in Hairstyling and/or Makeup Artistry...now what?!

We've been there — it can all feel very overwhelming; what should you stock your kit with? How do you feel confident working with clients of all ages, races + skin/hair types? How do you promote your work and book clients? How do you learn to recreate the Pinterest photos every client is showing you at the beginning of their appointment?

We are excited to announce that we have taken our years of industry experience and our proven training program developed for CWAC employees and turned it into a hands-on, in-depth training academy right here at Cassidy Watt Artistry Collective!

Our curriculum was made by award-winning, working Hair & Makeup Artists for students looking to break into the industry or elevate their artistry and subsequently up-level their careers!

The thought of becoming a Professional Hair and/or Makeup Artist can be daunting...

Our Courses

* currently enrolling students for our level 1 april 2023 intakes! *

Designed by working Makeup Artists to set students up for a successful career, our Makeup Artistry Certification course is a 4 week, part time course that focuses on the fundamentals of Makeup Artistry for the Bridal, Event, and Photoshoot industries.

Students will learn valuable hands-on skills that set them up for success in working with clients of all skin tones, types and ages. This course is designed to leave students feeling confident in working with clients through an array of looks and makeup styles through a mix of theory and hands-on application work.

Level 1 Makeup Artistry  Certification

Our dry hairstyling course is a 4 week, part time course designed to set students up for success in the dry-bar hairstyling industry, including but not limited to Bridal Hairstyling, Event Hairstyling, Photoshoots and more!

Students will learn valuable hands-on skills that set them up for success in working with clients of all hair types and lengths in a variety of styles including curling techniques, updos, braids + trendy styles. Students will leave the course feeling confident in creating dry-bar styles through a mix of theory and hands-on styling work.

*please note that this course does NOT include any cut/colour training. This is for dry bar hairstyling only! 

Level 1 Dry Hairstyling  Certification

Our dry hairstyling course is a 4 week, part time course designed to set students up for success in the dry-bar hairstyling industry, including but not limited to Bridal Hairstyling, Event Hairstyling, Photoshoots and more!

Students will learn valuable hands-on skills that set them up for success in working with clients of all hair types and lengths in a variety of styles including curling techniques, updos, braids + trendy styles. Students will leave the course feeling confident in creating dry-bar styles through a mix of theory and hands-on styling work.

*please note that this course does NOT include any cut/colour training. This is for dry bar hairstyling only! 

Level 1 Dry Hairstyling  Certification

advanced courses coming in spring 2023:

Advanced Dry Bar Hairstyling

Our advanced dry hairstyling course is a mini course designed to help established hairstylists fine-tune and elevate their artistry and learn a selection of advanced styles and techniques.

Students will learn valuable hands-on skills that set them up for success in working with clients of all hair types and lengths in a variety of styles including CWAC Signature Curls, Sleek Styles, Hollywood Waves, High Buns and other popular advanced styles.

*Optional mini-kit can be added on for an additional fee to ensure your kit is ready for what we will be learning! 

Tuition $1999 + optional $300 mini kit

Advanced Makeup Artistry

Our advanced makeup artistry course is a mini course designed to help established artists elevate their artistry and expand their portfolio and skill set.

Students will learn valuable hands-on skills that will set them up for success in working with clients of all ages, races and makeup preferences through a mix of theory and hands-on styling work. Students will learn advanced complexion techniques, elevated eye looks such as winged eyeliner and full-glam looks, techniques for rich skin tones, and other concepts to grow their skill set as an artist.

*Optional mini-kit can be added on for an additional fee to ensure your kit is ready for what we will be learning!

Tuition $1999 + optional $500 mini kit

May 15/16th Kamloops | June 12-15th Calgary

April 24th/25th Kamloops | June 12-15th Calgary

Enjoy a flexible schedule + creative work environment through their elevated artistry

Promote their work to successfully book their calendars years in advance with high-ticket clients

Feel confident in their kit and know that they are prepared for anything with proven products + tools

Confidently recreate Pinterest photos that clients show them at their appointments

after their training with us, they could:

Our lead artists have developed a proven training curriculum that has transformed several employees of CWAC into highly requested, fully booked artists + stylists who have successfully launched full-time careers in the bridal and event industries. Students are ready to take clients + begin working immediately after finishing their training with us!

...but why train with CWAC?

Because we are working artists/stylists with thriving careers and first hand knowledge to share!

- Emily phillips, 2023 cwac makeup graduate

This program was amazing and I have really enjoyed my time training with CWAC! I can’t wait to start working as a Makeup Artist and I have already booked 12 clients for an event at the end of the month as well as have been getting inquiries for weddings this summer! Mia and Cassidy have been amazing and worked incredibly hard to make sure we had everything we needed to succeed and also insured they were available to help with any questions we may have had!

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- Jenna Wiens, Professional Hairstylist with CWAC

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Student Work:
Before vs After CWAC Training

student work at beginning of training

student work after CWAC training

student work at beginning of training

student work after CWAC training

student work at beginning of training

student work after CWAC training

“It was a pleasure to be a student under Breanne, I received exceptional hands on training. I learnt practical skills such as hands on styling, CWAC signature styles, trends in the industry as well as appropriate communication as a bridal stylist. The training I received set me up for success in the wedding industry. Breanne is highly talented stylist and I would recommend her 100%.”

student work after CWAC training

- Hillary Catherine 

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she transformed my business and helped me book 4 new clients in a week!

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student reviews

Info for both the Level 1 Makeup Artistry Certification + Level 1 Dry-Bar Hairstyling Certification:

- 4 weeks long
- 2 days per week
- 4.5 hour sessions [36 hours of instruction total]
- Mix of hands-on/model and theory work
- Professional Hair/Makeup Kit provided
- Professional Headshots included
- Graduation celebration at end of course
- Neither require any previous hair/makeup experience

Oh, and let's not forget...
- Courses are taught by award-winning hair and makeup artists
- Backed by the CWAC Brand + Students will receive CWAC Certificate upon graduation

What are the details?

our 4 week, level one courses!

Yes! SIGN ME UP!

Level 1 Makeup Artistry Certification:
- Intake #2 will run from April 27th to May 19th, 2023
- Thursdays and Fridays, 9:30am-2:00pm
- Classes will take place at our Kamloops, BC Hair and Makeup Studio
- Taught by Mia Johnson, Lead Artist + Artist Educator with CWAC

Level 1 Dry Hairstyling Certification:
- Intake #2 will run from April 18th to May 10th, 2023
- Tuesdays + Wednesdays, 9:30am-2:00pm
- Classes will take place at our Kamloops, BC Hair and Makeup Studio
- Taught by Breanne Petersen, Lead Stylist + Stylist Educator with CWAC

When I was beginning my professional journey, I never thought that being a Makeup Artist could be a sustainable full-time career, let alone what CWAC has transformed into! 

I want to show aspiring artists that a career in the beauty industry IS sustainable! I get to travel, work with amazing clients + create my own schedule all due to my hands-on skills with a makeup brush! 

My team and I have created a proven training method that has transformed several of my team members into in-demand artists who get to choose which clients/bookings they want to take. This could be you too and we'd love to help you build your beauty career!

I can't wait to work with you on starting your hair + makeup career!

a note from cassidy:

How to provide outstanding customer service to attract and keep repeat clients! 

How to cultivate work-life balance and truly love what you do without burnout! 

How to grow a professional social media following to promote your work and fill your books.

How to take excellent photos of your work to share on social media/your website.

THese COURSEs are FOR YOU IF YOU WANT TO LEARN

Additional topics covered:

Tuition includes 36 hours of instruction over 4 weeks.
Makeup kit is separate, see below.
Price does not include tax.

36 hours of instruction

$3999

Level one Makeup Artistry Certification

Ready to Begin?

Below is more information regarding our tuition

Tuition includes 36 hours of instruction over 4 weeks. Hairstyling kit is separate, see below.
Price does not include tax.

36 hours of instruction

 $3999

Level one dry bar hairstyling Certification

Hair/Makeup Kits:

Hair/Makeup kits are not included in the base tuition but are required for success in the programs. Kits will provide students with products necessary for the program and leave them ready to immediately take clients upon the completion of the course.

- Pro Carrying Kit 
- Mobile lighting 
- Two Professional Brush Sets
-Skin Prep
- Full complexion set for all skin tones
[Including blushes, bronzers and highlighters]
- Three staple professional eye shadow palettes 
- Eye Look Staples, including lash glue and professional approved lashes 
- Application Tools 
- Hygiene Supplies 

kit includes:

$ 1885

level one Makeup Artistry kit

- Pro Carrying Kit
- Mirror
- Hairspray [3 types]
- Texture Sprays
- Spray Clay
- Shimmer + Shine
- Hair Oil
- All Combs/Brushes
- All Clips + Bobby Pins
- All Elastics
- Flat Iron
- 1" Curling Iron
- Blow Dryer
- Micro Crimper
- Mannequin Head + Stand

kit includes:

945

$

level one dry bar hairstyling kit

Payment Plans are Available!

We understand some students may prefer a payment plan and we can absolutely work with you on this. Please fill out the application form below and we can give you more information on available plans.

We will be in touch soon to provide more information and discuss enrolment! 

Enrolment is NOW OPEN for our April/May/June 2023 intakes!

Fill out our application form to begin the enrolment process!

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