Dawson Creek,
BC,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Certificate in Hairstylist Foundation in Dawson Creek Canada | Northern Lights College
Northern Lights College
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Dawson Creek Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
11,884
(c. USD8,529.69)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
9 months
Learners undergo instruction based on the provincial Hairstylist Apprenticeship program developed by SkilledTradesBC. Those who finish NLC Foundation's program spend most of their 990 training hours in a salon setting, earning credit for 300 hours of workplace training.
The curriculum covers fundamental techniques like cutting, styling, shampooing, and scalp care, along with chemical processes including coloring and perms. Participants also develop essential business and interpersonal skills for salon professionals.
Each student compiles a professional portfolio demonstrating their abilities and artistic vision, serving as a valuable tool for attracting future clients and employment opportunities.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 5.5
Qualification Requirements
Grade 10 English, OR Grade 11 Communications, OR Career and College Preparation ENGL 030 (Advanced/Grade 10) with C+ or higher;
• Grade 10 Math (Apprenticeship and Workplace Math), OR Career and College Preparation MATH 030 (Intermediate Developmental Math), MATH 031(Intermediate Trades Math) or MATH 035 (Intermediate Algebraic Math) with C+ or higher.
• Grade 10 Science, or Science 030, with C+ or higher
OR
ESTR 037 (Intermediate-Level Essential Skills for Trades) with 67% or higher,
OR
Complete the following sections of the Canadian Adult Achievement Test (CAAT):
• Reading Comprehension: 11.0 grade equivalent or higher
• Number Operations: 11.0 grade equivalent or higher
• Problem Solving: 11.0 grade equivalent or higher
• Science: 11.0 grade equivalent or higher|
OR
Successful completion of the NLC POWER Program
OR
Dual Credit
• Grade 10 level completion that includes Grade 10 English or Grade 11 Communications, Grade 10 Math (Apprenticeship and Workplace Math), Grade 10 Science all with C+ or higher.
International
An IELTS 5.5 no score less than 5. “Other English language tests may be accepted by decision of the Dean, in consultation with the International Education Department and the Office of the Registrar”.
The following course is recommended prior to the start of the program:
• Super host
Tuition
CAD
11,884