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HAIR 1300: Hairstylist Foundation 3
Effective date
May 2022
Department
Hairstyling
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
This course builds on the topics developed in Hairstylist Foundation 2. Students are introduced to the fundamentals of specialized services such as wigs, hairpieces and extensions. Students will explore the composition of the different types of wigs, hairpieces and extensions, the measuring criteria for fitting, maintenance and cleaning techniques. Students will also have a second opportunity to observe, learn and assist in a professional salon environment of their choice. Students practice learned skills as per salon requirements, review their career goals and develop self-marketing tools including a professional portfolio, practice interview techniques and create a resume and cover letter. Industry guest speakers representing salon franchises, corporations and salon owners will present their hiring criteria. In addition, during this 6 week course students will prepare for the final VCC practical exam and for their SkilledTradesBC Hairstylist Certificate of Completion theory exam.
Credits
6.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
HAIR 1200.
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify fundamentals of specialized services such as wigs, hairpieces and extensions.
- Explore the composition of the different types of wigs, hairpieces and extensions, measuring criteria for fitting, maintenance and cleaning techniques.
- Develop self-marketing tools including a professional portfolio, resume and cover letter.
- Review concepts related to owning or operating a salon and spa business such as branding, marketing, business plans, financial requirements, rental agreements, insurance, and human resources.
- Discuss hiring criteria and job opportunities with industry leaders representing salon franchises, corporations, salon managers and salon owners.
- Explore the general salon functions, duties, roles and responsibilities of a stylist in a salon of choice.
- Prepare for the final VCC practical exam and for their SkilledTradesBC Hairstylist theory exam.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 20
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 135
Total Hours: 155
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 135
Total Hours: 155
Instructional Strategies
Lecture, demonstration, role play, guest speaker, guided practice, on line quizzes and assignments.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
B-
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
10 |
Business and practicum |
|
Clinical Examination |
35 |
Womens final practical |
|
Exam |
10 |
Topic tests |
|
Final Exam |
20 |
Final theory |
|
Clinical Examination |
25 |
Mens final practical |
Course topics
- Wigs, hairpieces and extensions
- Self- marketing and professional portfolio
- Salon and spa business
- Prepare for the final VCC practical exam / SkilledTradesBC Hairstylist theory exam
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.