Course of Studies Course Name Credit HAIR 110 Introduction to Hairdressing On Campus 15 HAIR 152 Infection Control On Campus 1 HAIR 154 Shampoo and Massage I, II On Campus 1 HAIR 156 Trichology and Chemistry On Campus 3 HAIR 158 Hairstyling and Blow Drying I, II, IT On Campus 6 HAIR 160 Communications I, II, IIL On Campus 1 HAIR 162 Hair Shaping and Hair Cutting I, If, IT On Campus 6 HAIR 164 Chemical Texturizing I, II, IIT On Campus 6 HAIR 166 Hair Colouring I, IL, III On Campus 6 HAIR 168 Salon Business and Management IL, III On Campus 1 HAIR 170 Wigs and Hair Additions On Campus 1 HAIR 172 practicum On Campus 6 Total 39.5 Program Summary Our professional Hairdressing program will teach you how to become a professional hair stylist, armed with the skills you need to keep your clients’ tresses looking sleek all year. Our professional hairdressing program gives you detailed training on everything you'll need to know about getting hair healthy from root to tip and keeping your clients coming back for more. GET PROFESSIONAL RESULTS From hair structure and chemical composition to colouring and styling, we’ll give you a broad overview, plus train you in workplace and client communications that you’ll be able to put into practice in weekly commercial salon practicum. — Hair colouring and chemical texturizing — Hair shaping, cutting, styling and blow drying — Practicum placements — Salon business, management and communications — Shampoo and massage — Trichology and chemistry — Wigs and hair additions EXPLORE YOUR CAREER OPTIONS — Cruise ship salon operator — Examiner / Inspector — Film stylist Hairstylist selkirk.ca/programs — Instructor — Platform artist — Salesperson — Salon management and ownership — Technician PROGRAM OBJECTIVES You will develop skills in hairstyling techniques and gain knowledge of related areas which will enable you to perform the work of an operator. You will receive theoretical and practical skills training throughout the program including a weekly practicum at a commercial salon. Learning is accomplished through practical instruction and your participation with equipment, tools, and materials used in the hairdressing trade. Once you successfully complete the program you will be awarded a Selkirk College Certificate of Completion and are eligible to write the Industry Training Authority Certificate of Qualification exam. ACE IT HIGH SCHOOL TRANSITION PROGRAMS This program qualifies for high school transitions. A program that is designed to help secondary school students get a head-start on their trades careers, while earning graduation credit, the BC Industry Training Authority (ITA) Accelerated Credit Enrolment in Industry Training (ACE IT) program is a perfect way to learn more about the industry. Speak with your high school guidance counsellor to learn more or get in touch with our ITT Admin Assistant by email or phone 1.866.301.6601 ext. 13221. Hairdressing selkirk.ca/hairdressing LENGTH OF STUDY: Nine months ACCREDITATION: Certificate CAMPUS: Silver King Campus, Nelson Admission Requirements — Graduation from a British Columbia Senior Secondary School or equivalent.* — Allapplicants are required to complete a computerized placement test in reading, writing and mathematics once they have submitted their application. — An interview with an instructor may be required before commencement of the program. — Applicants must be non-allergic to the solutions used in this occupation. This occupation is physically demanding and reasonable physical conditioning is necessary and people skills required. — Professional clothes must be worn to all classes and practicums (no jeans). — Learn more about the math requirements. Consideration will be given to mature individuals (19 years or older) who are not Senior Secondary School graduates provided they have successfully completed Grade 10 or equivalent. Important Dates 2016 — September 6 - Program begins. — December 16 - Winter break. 2017 — January 3 - Program continues. — May 25 - Program ends. Careers Employment success rates have been favourable with the vast majority of graduates finding relevant employment within six months of graduation. Prospects for employment success are greatly enhanced if graduates are free to relocate to other areas. Selkirk College Academic Calendar 2016-17 117