MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR 

Gladys Afolayan (Calgary based) is a Afro Texture hair educator with over 20 years of industry experience. She is nationally recognized for her skill and creativity as a braiding and hair colour specialist. A certified and licensed cosmetology instructor and entrepreneur Gladys partnered with the Alberta provincial government to develop Canada’s first accredited Afro-textured hair curriculum to close the gap in the current education. As the founder of Kulture Beauty Collective and the Kulture Institute of Cosmetology, Gladys is passionate about creating inclusive experiences and interactions between stylists and clients from different cultural backgrounds.

About the Course

About Kulture Institute of Cosmetology From guest work to professional, industry-standard career pathways. Kulture Institute of Cosmetology is redefining beauty education in Alberta, Canada. Our courses are meticulously crafted for aspiring professional stylists, beauty entrepreneurs, and individuals seeking structured cosmetology training aligned with real industry standards. Students learn both foundational and advanced hairstyling skills, client consultation, professional responsibility, and technical mastery — preparing them not just to style hair, but to build sustainable careers. In a world where the beauty standard has historically centered Eurocentric hair, Kulture Institute of Cosmetology is intentionally bridging the gap. We are bringing inclusivity, equality, and a truly diverse approach to the beauty industry. We are bringing balance. Our graduates are trained to confidently work with all hair types, while placing strong emphasis on mastering the art, design, science, and technical skill behind Afro-textured hair. We believe excellence means understanding texture in its full spectrum — straight, wavy, curly, coily, and everything in between. In institutions where straight hair has traditionally been the dominant educational focus, Kulture Institute of Cosmetology introduces balance, uniformity, and true industry readiness in a world of diversity. We are not replacing standards. We are expanding them. What Our Students Master: Hair cutting (one-length, layered, precision, textured & advanced techniques) Afro-textured hair science & styling mastery Silk press & heat science Braiding, cornrows, locs & protective styling Weave installations, closures & extensions Scalp health, dandruff science & traction awareness Chemical bonds & heat transformation science Client consultation & professional ethics Infection control & industry safety standards Portfolio development & career pathway preparation Our mission is simple: To graduate confident, skilled, and culturally competent professionals who are ready to serve a diverse community with excellence. Join us for a fulfilling and rewarding career path  in the world of hairstyling!

Ready to Transform Your Career?

Join our course today and elevate your hairstyling skills to new heights. Enroll now to unlock a world of opportunities!

$165.00 / month with 14 day free trial