vcc.ca
HSAP 1200: Hairstylist Level 2 Apprenticeship
Effective date
January 2026
Department
Hair Apprenticeship
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
This course is intended for apprentices who have completed the Hairstylist Foundation program or Hairstylist Level 1 Apprenticeship. The course is also suitable for those who wish to challenge the Hairstylist Red Seal examination, provided they have a SkilledTradesBC approved challenge application, which requires 4,725 hours of trade-related work experience. To be eligible to write the Interprovincial Red Seal exam at the end of the course, students must have an active apprenticeship with SkilledTradesBC and an employer sponsor.
This course provides students with a thorough training in advanced hairstyling techniques and services including the use of professional tools and equipment, effective communication and mentoring, and custom cutting and texturizing techniques. Topics include removal of facial hair using a straight razor, styling up-dos and hair finishing, chemical relaxing and smoothing, advanced colour applications, and colour correction. These technical skills are complemented by instruction in fundamental business practices, preparing students for success in a dynamic and evolving industry.
Students train in classrooms and a state-of-the-art salon at VCC's Downtown campus, with ample opportunity to practice their skills and to demonstrate their knowledge. Upon completion, apprentices return to the industry with an increased, comprehensive skill set. To be eligible to write the Interprovincial Red Seal exam at the end of the course, students must have an active apprenticeship with SkilledTradesBC, which requires an employer sponsor.
Credits
6.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
Completion of the SkilledTradesBC Hairstylist Foundation Program, or completion of SkilledTradesBC Hairstylist Level 1 Apprenticeship, or an approved SkilledTradesBC challenge application.
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Apply effective communication and mentoring skills to resolve client concerns.
- Customize haircuts on diverse hair textures using advanced cutting techniques.
- Apply texturizing techniques using appropriate tools to refine and personalize haircuts, considering hair type, texture, and desired outcome.
- Prepare client and hair, and perform outlining, trimming, and straight razor techniques to shape and remove facial and nape hair to the client's specifications.
- Style hair by designing updos and applying finishing techniques using appropriate tools, support methods, and products to create balanced, polished results.
- Identify and apply chemical relaxer and smoothing systems using appropriate tools, techniques, and products.
- Perform specialized colour placement techniques using individualized formulations and application methods to achieve client goals.
- Prepare and apply lightener using specialized techniques; accurately formulate and apply toner using appropriate tools and methods to achieve desired results.
- Perform pre-colour analysis and apply colour correction techniques to adjust undesired tones or levels while preserving hair and scalp integrity.
- Compare common business models and apply marketing strategies to promote salon products and services.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 43
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 107
Total Hours: 150
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 107
Total Hours: 150
Instructional Strategies
Instructional strategies include: classroom lectures, demonstrations, group discussion and hands on practical.
Grading System
Percentages-STBC
Passing grade
70
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
40 |
Composed of four assignments worth 10% each |
|
Lab Work |
60 |
Composed of six practical assessments worth 10% each |
Course topics
- -Communication and mentoring techniques -Custom haircuts on diverse textures -Cutting facial and nape hair -Shaving facial and nape hair -Styling up-dos & finishing -Chemical relaxing and smoothing -Colour & lighten hair using specialized techniques -Colour corrections -Salon business models and marketing strategies
Learning resources
A complete kit list will be provided by the instructor. Students are required to purchase 4–5 mannequins from the VCC Bookstore, which will be delivered on the first day of classes.
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.