About the course

At College of the Rockies, you will get practical hands-on training in our fully functioning Hair Salon and your theory and technical training in the classroom from our qualified Red Seal Certified instructors.This comprehensive 43-week Hairstylist Foundation (pre-apprenticeship) program is designed to prepare you for entry-level positions in the hairstylist industry. The program provides students with skills that are needed as a first year hairstylist apprentice, including those related to salon hygiene practices, effective use and maintenance of tools and equipment, hair cutting, styling, and colouring, chemical waving and relaxing, as well as communication skills and basic business management skills. The program is delivered through regular lectures, demonstrations and practical skills training in a fully functioning salon. Students participate in a three-week practicum in a registered salon and may complete their work-based training hours in the College of the Rockies Hair Salon or in an accredited hair salon of their choice under a Red Seal qualified stylist. Students will have opportunities to experience and participate in local indigenous community events as related to the Hairstylist program. Safety and hygienic practices are emphasized, reinforced and practiced throughout the program.

　　Level 1 Technical Training credit from SkilledTradesBC Hairstylist Apprenticeship program

　　1290 Work-based Training hours

　　Certificate of Completion (SkilledTradesBC)

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Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 43 Week(s)Fees: CA$15,840

Intake	Location
Fall (September), 2024	Cranbrook
Winter (January), 2025	Cranbrook
Spring (May), 2025	Cranbrook
Fall (September), 2025	Cranbrook

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for College of the Rockies

A copy of your passport and school transcript. TOEFL iBT 80. IELTS Academic Overall 6.0 with minimum 6.0 in Reading, 6.0 in Writing, 6.0 in Listening, 6.0 in Speaking.

　　Prerequisites:

　　Minimum of Grade 10 (or equivalent from a recognized post-secondary institution) completion.

　　Recommended prerequisites:

　　The following education is highly recommended for student success within the program:

　　English 10, Math 10 and Science 10

　　Secondary school graduation or equivalent, or completion of a College of the Rockies assessment to an acceptable level.

　　Non -Academic:

　　Applicants must be non-allergic to the solutions used in this occupation. This occupation is physically demanding and reasonable physical condition is necessary. Strong people skills are required.

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at College of the Rockies. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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