Hairstylist Apprentice
Overview
Learn the latest hairstyling techniques in cutting, styling, colouring, shaving, and chemical treatments, while working your way up to a Red Seal Endorsement.
This program is only open for domestic students(Canadian/Permanent Residents). If you’re interested in as an international students, please visit aaaa.vcc.ca
| Tuition | N/A |
|---|---|
| Credential | Apprenticeship |
| Length | The technical training (Level 1: 300 hours, Level 2: 150 hours) generally takes 2 years to complete, alongside 3150 hours of work-based training. There is no maximum time to completion. |
| Hours | |
| Delivery | Class-based |
| Campus | Downtown |
| Start Dates | Varies |
My time at Vancouver Community College’s Music and Dance Program has been nothing short of transformative. What began as a pursuit of artistic excellence evolved into a journey that not only refined my skills but also shaped me into a more confident and expressive individual.
John Dow, Music & Dance
Job prospectives
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- Dental Technologist / Dental Technician
- Dental Lab Quality Control Specialist
- Dental Materials Sales Representative
- Dental Equipment Technician or Specialist
- CAD / CAM Designer for Dental Restorations
- Dental Laboratory Manager
- Dental Technology Instructor
Admission Requirement
- A valid SkilledTradesBC ID number
Missing prerequisites? Learn more about VCC's tuition-free academic upgrading or English as a Second Language (ESL) courses, or discover which university transfer options are right for you.
Recommended Characteristics
- Program tasks require standing or walking on hard surfaces (e.g. concrete floors) for extended periods, often exceeding 5 hours.
- Program activities involve continuous, repetitive use of hands, wrists, and arms including cutting with scissors, blow-drying, and styling hair.
- Program tasks require students to differentiate colours accurately to assess hair colour and formulate appropriate hair colour treatments.
- Program environment includes a public-facing space with regular exposure to noise from blow-dryers, music, and conversations among clients and students.
- Program environment involves regular exposure to chemical products, including hair dyes, bleaches, styling agents, and aerosol sprays. Additional exposure may include solvents, adhesives, and disinfectants commonly used in a salon and spa environment.
Program Availability
Not currently available.
Courses
Course list is not available at the moment.
This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
Fees and Costs
| Application fee | ||
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $1,257 | |
| Student union | $217 | |
| College initiative | $37 | |
| Materials | not including textbooks | |
| Campus resource | $51 | |
| Laundry | $145 | |
| Uniform (Deposit) | $180 | |
| Medical & Dental | Provided by Student Union | |
| U-Pass | $141 | Discounted, unlimited transit pass. Learn more. |
| Graduation | ||
| Total | $2,025 |
Books & Supplies
- Textbooks or other supplies may be required for this program. Visit the VCC Bookstore for more information.
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Additional costs:
- Textbooks – Approx. $500
- Student kits – Approx. $5,100 + tax
Open Educational Resources(OER) at VCC
No-cost textbooks are available for this program.
* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a non-refundable deposit ($300 or $500, depending on program).
Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.
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Application Process
All apprentice training is open for applications. Go to EducationPlanner BC and apply for the term that is open. You will be able to register in courses starting that term and future terms.
Contact us
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Program information
Program head name
Advising
Phone: 604.871.7000, option 2
Email: studentservice@vcc.ca
For International students
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