The GROW Aprentischip Program
Interview Process
To make sure GROW is the right fit for you (and you’re the right fit for us), our interview process includes:
• Conversation & culture chat — getting to know you, your goals, and your specialties.
• Portfolio review — a quick look at your work, strengths, and style.
• Model test-out — for experienced stylists, we’ll schedule a model in your specialty so we can assess timing, technique, and quality.
• Offer review — if it’s a match, we’ll walk through pay, expectations, and next steps.
Compensation
• Hourly pay during your apprenticeship
You are paid hourly throughout your training period as you build skills and confidence behind the chair.
• 100% of your tips
All cash and digital tips (Venmo, CashApp, etc.) are yours to keep.
During services where you assist Molly directly, a tip split may apply and will be outlined during onboarding.
• Paid education + meetings
Your trainings, team meetings, and required education hours are paid time.
• Clear path to Commission Stylist pay
Once you complete the program and feel confident behind the chair, you’ll transition into a commission-based role with earning potential tied to your growth, skills, and booked services.
Interview Process
To make sure GROW is the right fit for you (and you’re the right fit for us), our interview process includes:
• Conversation & culture chat — getting to know you, your goals, and your specialties.
• Portfolio review — a quick look at your work, strengths, and style.
• Model test-out — for experienced stylists, we’ll schedule a model in your specialty so we can assess timing, technique, and quality.
• Offer review — if it’s a match, we’ll walk through pay, expectations, and next steps.
Why Start Your Career at GROW?
Our Brookside salon is modern, welcoming, and education-focused with a strong local reputation and steady client demand.
The GROW Apprenticeship Program gives you real experience, hands-on support, and a clear roadmap for becoming an independent, confident stylist.
Starting here means you get structured education, weekly coaching, and the benefit of a vibrant, organized, plant-filled salon culture — the perfect foundation for launching your dream career.
What You’ll Learn (Education Overview)
Throughout the program, you’ll build confidence in:
• Modern color theory + formulation
• Blonding + foiling fundamentals
• Cutting techniques + timing
• Blowouts + finish work
• Healthy-hair education + product knowledge
• Consultations + guest communication
• Photography + social media basics
• Rebooking, retail attach, and business foundations
Who the Apprenticeship Is For
This program is designed for:
• Newer stylists entering the industry
• Graduates fresh out of cosmetology school
• Assistants who want real training, structure, and growth
• Beauty professionals who need guided support before taking clients independently
If you’re motivated, teachable, creative, and excited about healthy hair + modern techniques, you’ll thrive here.
Program Structure
Full-Time Apprenticeship (Recommended)
4–5 days per week learning, assisting, practicing, and receiving hands-on education.
This provides the fastest growth, best skill development, and the smoothest transition to commission stylist.
Part-Time Apprenticeship (Case-by-Case)
1–3 days per week for those balancing school, childcare, or other commitments.
Part-time may extend the overall program timeline.
💡 Availability varies — applicants are reviewed individually.
The First 90 Days (Apprenticeship Program)
🎯 Skill Sprints
Focused education tailored to your goals and the services you want to specialize in.
Hands-on practice with feedback so you feel confident and supported.
📊 Weekly 1:1s
Meet with Molly every week to check in on KPIs — rebooking %, retail attach, referrals — and plan your learning path.
🌟 30-, 60-, & 90-Day Milestones
At 30 days, we adjust your education plan as needed.
By 90 days, you’ll have a clear roadmap for continued training and your eventual transition into a commission stylist role at GROW.
Apprenticeship Benefits
When you train at GROW, you’ll receive:
• Weekly education sessions
• Hands-on model practice
• Monthly photo/video opportunities
• Access to salon tools, systems, and checklists
• Business coaching + guest experience training
• A supportive, drama-free environment with a strong team culture
• Paid meetings + education days
• Backbar, towels, capes, + aprons provided (shared folding duties)
Apprenticeship Benefits
When you train at GROW, you’ll receive:
• Weekly education sessions
• Hands-on model practice
• Quarterly pro photo/video opportunities
• Access to salon tools, systems, and checklists
• Business coaching + guest experience training
• A supportive, drama-free environment with a strong team culture
• Paid meetings + education days
• Backbar, towels, capes, + aprons provided (shared folding duties)
🌿 Apprenticeship Program FAQ
How long is the program
Our apprenticeship is designed as a 12 week program. We are flexible if you need more time to practice certain services or if you want to explore other areas like lashes or brows. Some people finish right at 12 weeks and others extend a bit longer. It is truly based on your skillset and goals.
Do I get hands on experience
Absolutely. You will work with real clients throughout your program and get true behind the chair experience.
Do I need to bring my own models
Yes, you are responsible for bringing in models. Friends, family, people you meet in the community. If you ever struggle to find models we can do a model call online or reach out to Molly’s guests, but part of your growth is learning how to build relationships and bring people into your chair.
Do I need my own tools
You will need your own shears, blow dryer, curling irons, and the main hard tools you will use in your career. We have plenty of tools in the salon for you to use when needed, but having your own set sets you up for long term success.
Can I take clients right away
Yes. We encourage you to take clients from day one if you feel ready. Saturdays are our busiest day and evenings and weekends are great times to start building your book. The faster you get comfortable working with clients, the faster you grow.
Can I specialize in something
One hundred percent. We will nurture and support whatever direction you want to go. Molly has 15 plus years of experience and is well rounded in color, cutting, texture work, and more. If you love clipper cutting we have a barber next door. If lashes are your thing Courtney can teach lash lifting, tinting, and extensions. If you want to explore nails and pedicures Bev has 20 plus years of experience. If there is something we do not offer in house we can find classes, shadow days, or industry friends in KC to learn from.