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.
| Tuition | $1,257 |
|---|---|
| Credential | Apprenticeship |
| Length | Varies per level |
| Hours | Full-time |
| Delivery | Class-based |
| Campus | Downtown |
| Start Dates |
What to expect
What you will learn
- Customize haircuts on diverse textures of hair and style hair using thermal tools, including styling updos.
- Perform chemical services such as colouring, lightening, highlighting, colour correction, perming, straightening and smoothing.
- Apply and style hair extensions, wigs, and hairpieces.
- Analyze hair and scalp and recommend appropriate treatments to support client needs.
- Apply effective communication skills, evaluate common business models, and implement marketing strategies to promote salon services and products.
Program Duration and Maximum Time for Completion
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.
Admission Requirement
Program-specific
- 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
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HSAP 1100 | Hairstylist Level 1 Apprenticeship | 12 |
| HSAP 1200 | Hairstylist Level 2 Apprenticeship | 6 |
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
| Tuition | $1,257 | |
|---|---|---|
| Student union | $217 | |
| College initiative | $37 | |
| Campus resource | $51 | |
| Laundry | $145 | |
| Uniform deposit | $180 | |
| U-Pass | $141 | Discounted, unlimited transit pass. Learn more. |
| Total | $2,025 |
Additional costs:
- Student mannequin kit - approximately $700
Books & Supplies
Textbooks or other supplies may be required for this program. Visit the VCC Bookstore for more information.
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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Technical requirement
How to Apply
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.
Ready to apply?
Online
You will be directed to EducationPlannerBC.
Fill out a PDF form and mail to:
VCC Registrar's Office
1155 East Broadway
Vancouver, B.C., V5T 4V5
Contact us
Advising services
Phone: 604.871.7000, option 2
Email: studentservice@vcc.ca
Advising services for International students
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