MKUP 1109: Hairstyling for Makeup Artists
Effective date
January 2020
Department
Makeup Artistry
School
Continuing Studies
Description
This course is designed for makeup students and artists. The course introduces hairstyling for bridal looks, special events, and photoshoots. Students will learn about and work with a variety of products and tools used in hairstyling. They will be introduced to a range of skills from straightening to up-dos and will be able to create a range of hair styles to meet their clients’ needs.
This course does not teach haircutting techniques or colouring techniques.
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify current trends in hairstyling for bridal and event looks
- Identify a variety of product and tools used for hairstyling
- Design hairstyles to complement a client's style and face shape
- Execute hairstyles to complete styled looks for bridal, special events and editorial settings
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
PLAR will be assessed by the Department according to standardized practice and using one or more of the following components: challenge exam, portfolio, demonstration, interview, or external evaluation.
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 18
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 18
Total Hours: 36
Instructional Strategies
A variety of instructional strategies are used including lectures/in-class theory, group activities, applying makeup on classmates, individual assignment, in-class quizzes/tests and practical exams.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Evaluation Plan
Type
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Percentage
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Assessment activity
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Assignments
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20
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A variety of assignments: current trends and period styles, reference book, product assignment
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Exam
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30
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Practical application: in-class practical exam(s)
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Quizzes/Tests
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15
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Written test(s)
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Lab Work
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20
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Daily hairstyling application (performance demo)
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Participation
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15
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Active participation based on a rubric
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Course topics
- Safety and sanitization
Product and tools
Preparation and hair design
Current and period hairstyle trends
Finger waves techniques
Styling for men
Styling with brushes and blow dryers
Styling with irons
Styling with hair extensions and hair pieces
Bridal business and etiquette
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.