Hairstylist Foundation Certificate at Vancouver Island University

Programme overview

Students will divide their time between the Cowichan and Nanaimo campuses, with subsidized travel provided to support them. Questions regarding this delivery model change may be directed to the [email protected]. With VIU’s Hairdressing Foundation program you get hands-on training and theory taught by instructors who are at the top of the field.

Faculty: Trades and Applied Technology | Duration: 11 months | Study mode: full-time | Intake: The Hairstylist Foundation Certificate program has two intakes each year. One in September and one in February. | Location: Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

What you will study

Courses include Safety-related and Hygienic Functions, Tools and Equipment, Communication Techniques, Hair and Scalp Conditions, Shampoo and Condition Hair and Scalp, Style Wet Hair, Experiential Learning 1 – Salon Module, Client Service.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Grade 12, or equivalent, or mature student status; Minimum 17 years of age; Successful completion of a Personal Profile; See also Trades general admission requirements; Recommendations for Admission; Good hand-eye coordination; Physically fit and able to stand all day; Normal colour vision, good depth perception, and ability to perceive line and form; Volunteer work, work experience or experience in a hairdressing salon

Domestic applicants: CAD 5,712 for the whole programme. Tuition (11 months x $519.36 per month); Fees. Tuition only; excludes student, activity, health plan and other mandatory fees. Source

Most programmes start in September; January intake is offered for some bachelor's degrees and other programmes; many programmes offer alternative start dates throughout the year.

Applications for most academic programs open October 1 in the year before the program start date (applications for programs beginning September 2027 open October 1, 2026); deadlines vary by program.

Application fee: domestic undergraduate $46.98, domestic graduate $121.86, international all programs $156.06 (non-refundable); no application fee for Adult Basic Education.

Apply through the official page: https://www.viu.ca/apply

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