Students are provided with a solid foundation in essential skills in hairstyling preparing them for careers in salons, spas, and health and wellness centres. Students learn how to use and care for tools and maintain a safe and hygienic environment in adherence to health and safety standards. Topics include service preparation, hair and scalp treatments and services, colour formulations, and fundamental cutting techniques using various tools, styling methods, and dry finishing.
The course also equips students with the ability to assess client needs in a professional environment. Students conduct client consultations and analyze face shapes, identify potential diseases and disorders, and make client recommendations. Students also gain insights into industry expectations regarding professionalism and effective communication with clients and, colleagues, and industry partners.
Emphasizing a holistic approach, the course integrates nutrition and mindfulness practices to promote overall wellness for both hairstylists and clients, recognizing their impact on physical health, stress management, and common skin and scalp conditions.
Prerequisites
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- Use and Maintenance of Tools and Equipment
- Haircutting
- Hair Styling
- Hair Colouring
- Hygiene, Sanitation and Disinfection Practices
- Hair and Scalp Care Treatments
- Client Services
- Nutrition and Scalp Health Essentials
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70737 |
September 8, 2026 to December 22, 2026 |
Lecture Online |
Varies | See full schedule | |
| 70738 |
September 3, 2026 to December 19, 2026 |
Online Lecture |
Varies | See full schedule | |
| 70739 |
September 8, 2026 to December 17, 2026 |
Lecture Online |
Varies | See full schedule | |
| 70740 |
September 8, 2026 to December 18, 2026 |
Lecture Online |
Varies | See full schedule | |
| 70743 |
October 5, 2026 to January 28, 2027 |
Lecture Online |
Varies | See full schedule | |
| 72989 |
September 8, 2026 to December 17, 2026 |
Lecture Online |
Varies | See full schedule | |
| 73036 |
September 8, 2026 to December 18, 2026 |
Lecture Online |
Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40686 |
January 7, 2027 to April 24, 2027 |
Online Lecture |
Varies | See full schedule | |
| 42777 |
February 1, 2027 to May 14, 2027 |
Lecture Online |
Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† 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.