Diploma of Vocational Studies - Beauty Care - Hairdressing

The Hairdressing program provides students the opportunity to explore their creative ambitions, while gaining the knowledge and technical skills to be able to pursue a successful career in the beauty industry.

LBPSB's centre has fully functioning hair salons and classrooms equipped with the latest beauty care equipment and technology. Teachers are seasoned professionals who guide students through hands on learning and step by step demonstrations. They will bring their learning alive by practicing hairdressing techniques on-site, and have the opportunity to work on clients who visit the centre. They will learn how to manage appointments, recommend products, and deal with clients in a real salon setting. The student placement program gives students the opportunity to gain invaluable real world experience at a salon prior to graduation. Students attend professional conferences related to the hairdressing trade and are able to network with successful industry leaders.

Skills students will learn: • Understanding the properties of hair and scalp • Technical training in chemical services such as hair colouring, pastel colouring, and permanents • Washing, setting, cutting, and styling of hair

A beauty care career gives students the flexibility to work anywhere in the world. The industry is continually growing and graduates go on to become owners of salons, sales representatives, and beauty care teachers.