Certificate in Hairstylist Foundation

Students receive training according to the provincial Hairstylist Apprenticeship curriculum, as established by SkilledTradesBC. Students who complete the NLC Foundation program are taught in a salon environment for the majority of their 990 hours and are credited with 300 work-based training hours. Students are introduced to the basics of haircuts, styles, shampoo and scalp treatments as well as the training needed to chemically treat hair using colour and permanent treatments. Students will also learn the business and communication skills that are required to work in a salon environment.Students will create a personal portfolio showcasing their skills and creativity which will help them market their talent to prospective clients and employers.

Official Transcripts. English RequirementOne of the following:BC Language Arts 10 Courses – 4 credits earned, minimum individual grade of C+, or equivalent.BC Language Arts 11 Courses – 4 credits earned, minimum individual grade of C+, or equivalent.BC Language Arts 12 Courses – 4 credits earned, minimum individual grade of C+, or equivalent.ENGL 030new window or higher, with a minimum final grade of C+, or equivalent. Math RequirementOne of the following:BC Math 10 with a minimum final grade of C+, or equivalentBC Math 11 with a minimum final grade of C, or equivalentBC Math 12 with a minimum final grade of C, or equivalentMATH 030new window or higher, with a minimum final grade of C+, or equivalent. Science RequirementOne of the following:BC Science 10 with a minimum final grade of C+, or equivalentSCIE 030new window with a minimum final grade of C+, or equivalent. ESTR 037 – Essential Skills for Trades – Intermediate Levelnew window with a minimum final grade of 67%. People Obtaining Workplace Employment Requirements (POWER) program