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Hairstylist - Apprenticeship Level 2

Program at a Glance
Length
5 weeks
Credential
Certificate
Delivery Method
On Campus
Campus
Silver King
Intake Dates
Spring
    Overview

    Current Hairstylists and students who successfully complete the Foundation Program now have the opportunity to become Red Seal Certified. This would require 150 hours of Level 2 designated training, an employer sponsor and passing the Interprovincial Red Seal exams both written and practical.

    Next Intake Date

    May 27, 2024, to June 27, 2024

    Program Outcomes

    Upon successful completion of this program, learners will be able to:

    1. Resolve client concerns and complaints
    2. Customize haircuts
    3. Cut facial and nape hair
    4. Describe the procedure to shave facial and nape hair
    5. Style up-dos
    6. Incorporate hair additions
    7. Chemically relax and straighten hair
    8. Perform colour correction
    9. Apply and style wigs and hairpieces
    10. Use hair extensions
    11. Develop business and marketing plan for a salon
    • Indentured in Hairstylist Apprenticeship
    • Active Apprenticeship Work Sponsor
    • Successful completion of previous level
    Additional Requirements
    • This occupation is physically demanding, and reasonable physical conditioning is necessary.
    • Professional clothes must be worn to all classes and practicum placements (no jeans).
    Graduation and Promotion

    Minimum of 70% required to receive credential.

    All amounts are estimates and are subject to change. Tuition amounts are based on a full-time course load. Please note that many programs have additional costs beyond those listed here. For more information, please visit Tuition & Fees.

    Hairstylist Foundation - Certificate

    Turn your creative edge into a lasting career with limitless opportunity.
    Program at a Glance
    Length
    9 months
    Credential
    Certificate
    Delivery Method
    On Campus
    Campus
    Silver King
    Intake Dates
    Fall
    Contacts
    Rob Schwarzer
    School Chair
    Phone
    1 (250) 352-6601
    13212
    Direct
    1 (250) 354-3212
      Overview

      Our Hairstylist Foundation Program uses highly experienced, supportive instructors to develop an intimate learning environment that teaches the required classroom theory and hands-on training.

      Get Professional Results 

      From hair care and equipment upkeep to exploring the latest trends in colour and style, Selkirk College will give you a comprehensive overview while teaching you to build strong workplace and client relationships. Practice your classroom learning with real clients in the salon on the Silver King Campus and in a weekly commercial salon practicums. You will learn about:

      • Hygiene, sanitation and disinfection practices
      • Use and maintenance of tools and equipment
      • Client services
      • Hair and scalp care
      • Haircutting
      • Hairstyling
      • Chemical waving and relaxing of hair
      • Hair colouring
      • Specialized services
      • Business management

      Students successfully completing the Selkirk College Hairstylist Foundation Program will have earned the hours and training required to receive the Skilled Trades BC Certificate of Completion of the Level 1 Foundation Program. Subsequent training can help earn the Level 2 Foundation and the Red Seal Certificate of Qualification. Learn more at Skilled Trades BC.

      Youth Train in Trades

      The Youth Train in Trades program (YTT) is designed to help secondary school students get a head start on careers in the trades while earning credit towards their high school graduation. Learn more online at Skilled Trades BC.

      For more information speak with your high school guidance counsellor or get in touch with Selkirk College's Industry and Trades administrative assistant.

      Program Outcomes

      Upon successful completion of this program, learners will be able to:

      1. Follow hygiene, sanitation and disinfection practices
      2. Use and maintain tools and equipment
      3. Perform client services
      4. Demonstrate hair and scalp care
      5. Cut hair using standard tools
      6. Style hair
      7. Chemically wave and relax hair
      8. Colour hair
      9. Describe the principles of applying wigs, hairpieces and extensions
      10. Perform routine business operations
      • Completion of BC grade 10 or equivalent (e.g., GED, ABE Intermediate)
      • Consideration will be given to mature individuals: anyone who is not a secondary school graduate (or equivalent) but who will be nineteen (19) years of age or older on the first day of classes for the term is eligible to attend the college as a mature student.
      Additional Requirements
      • An interview with an instructor may be required before commencement of the program.
      • Applicants must have developed interpersonal and intrapersonal skills. Strong "people skills" are a must.
      • Applicants must be non-allergic to the solutions used in this occupation.
      • This occupation is physically demanding, and reasonable physical conditioning is necessary.
      • Professional clothes must be worn to all classes and practicum placements (no jeans).
      Graduation and Promotion
      In order to receive your credential in your program, you must maintain a minimum of 70% average.

      All amounts are estimates and are subject to change. Tuition amounts are based on a full-time course load. Please note that many programs have additional costs beyond those listed here. For more information, please visit Tuition & Fees.

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