Certificate in Hairstylist Foundation

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. 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. 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.

Academic Requirements

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).

Submission of a TOEFL score of IBT 80 or better; or

Submission of an IELTS score of 6.0 with no individual band less than 5.5 or better; or

Submission of an acceptable score on the Language Proficiency Index score of 4 or better.