HAIR ART DESIGN

Craft the Cut. Command the Chair.

The immersive education you’ll receive in JCI’s Hair Art Design Program prepares you to launch a career with confidence, creativity, and the technical edge needed to thrive in today’s fast-paced hair industry.

Key Information

Tuition: $12,500
Application Fee: $250
Textbooks: $277
Course Materials: $2,840

Tuition awards are available to those who qualify. Financial aid is available for domestic students.

For international student tuition fees, click here.
In order to be eligible for the Hair Art Design Program, you must meet our General Admission Requirements.
Program Hours: 520
Weeks of Education: 26 weeks
Total Length: 7 months (including 2 weeks breaks/holidays)
- July 7, 2025
- August 13, 2025
Maximum 16 students
JCI Institute is proud to be an exclusive education partner of BELLAMI Professional—one of the most respected names in the hair extension industry. As part of the Hair Art Design Program, students gain access to the full BELLAMI Master Certification, a credential not offered by other schools in Vancouver.
Led by certified BELLAMI educators, this training covers all major extension methods—Tape-In, Keratin Tip, I-Tip, Volume Weft, and Hand-Tied Weft—using professional tools, practice hair, and colour matching systems provided in your complete BELLAMI Stylist Kit.
This certification not only expands your technical skill set but positions you as a specialist in one of the industry’s most in-demand services. It's an advanced edge—setting you apart in the salon and opening the door to greater career flexibility and earning potential from day one.

Program Overview

This career-focused program trains you in the full spectrum of salon and session styling—from foundational techniques to advanced certification—so you graduate ready to lead with confidence and craft. From essential skills in cutting, colouring, and styling to advanced training in texture, bridal, and business-building, this program equips you to thrive across the full spectrum of the hair industry. As an exclusive partner with BELLAMI Professional, JCI also offers you a certification in premium hair extension techniques—giving you an industry-recognized advantage and even more earning potential. Whether you see yourself behind the chair, backstage, or building your own brand, you’ll graduate ready to lead as a modern, in-demand hair professional.

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Curriculum

This course curriculum blends hands-on experience with real-world knowledge, designed to prepare you for every stage of a career in professional hairstyling. With personalized instruction, real salon experience, and exclusive training with BELLAMI Professional, this program sets you apart—ready to launch a career with skill, style, and vision.

Key Courses: Hair Immersion + Mannequin Work, Client Work + Advanced Techniques, BELLAMI Professional Certification, Work Experience Placement, Industry Engagement, Final Portfolio + Graduation

What You’ll Learn:

Hair cutting fundamentals and advanced techniques across all textures
Classic styles including bobs, layers, barbering, and face-framing shapes
Colour theory, client consultations, Wella product training, and advanced colour services
Highlighting, balayage, bleach-outs, toning, grey coverage, and tint backs
Styling skills for blowouts, braiding, up-dos, textured finishes, and special occasions
Industry-standard sanitation and hygiene practices (Barbicide certified)
Real-world salon experience through 20 hours of professional work placement
Bridal and session styling, textured hair techniques, and social media strategy
Hands-on training in all major hair extension methods through the exclusive BELLAMI Master Certification
Portfolio development and preparation for final graduation presentation

*This program has been approved by the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills.

Next Steps

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Career Pathways

SALON STYLIST

A salon stylist offers cutting, colouring, and styling services to a diverse clientele. They stay current with trends and techniques, delivering personalized results while building long-term client relationships in fast-paced, creative salon environments.
HAIR COLOURIST

A hair colourist specializes in colour services including balayage, highlights, toning, and corrective colour. They use technical knowledge and colour theory to achieve precise results, often working closely with clients to bring their vision to life.
BRIDAL & EVENT STYLIST

A bridal stylist creates elegant, long-lasting looks for weddings and formal events. They specialize in updos, textured styles, and hair extensions, often working on-location to ensure clients feel confident and camera-ready on their big day.
BARBER

A barber provides precision cuts, fades, and grooming services tailored to short hair. They master techniques like scissor-over-comb, clipper work, and facial hair detailing, offering modern styles with a classic approach in barbershops or unisex salons.
HAIR EXTENSION SPECIALIST

A hair extension specialist installs and maintains extensions using professional methods like Tape-In, I-Tip, and Wefts. With BELLAMI Professional Certification, they offer premium services that enhance volume, length, and versatility—adding value to any salon menu.
FREELANCE HAIRSTYLIST

A freelance hairstylist works independently across events, editorial shoots, and private appointments. They manage their own clients, scheduling, and marketing, offering versatile services while building a personal brand and professional portfolio.
SESSION STYLIST

A session stylist works behind the scenes on fashion shows, editorial shoots, and media productions. They collaborate with creative teams to develop trend-forward hairstyles under tight deadlines, requiring creativity, speed, and precision.
SALON OWNER

A salon owner manages the daily operations of a hair studio, combining creative expertise with business strategy. They oversee staffing, client experience, and marketing while creating a space that reflects their vision, brand, and leadership in the beauty industry.

I came to JCI after 2 years in a Psychology program. After feeling like I couldn't fully express my creativity, I left and joined the JCI Hair Program and began doing bridal makeup. After spending my whole life never feeling like I was good at anything, JCI helped me recognize my talents and embrace them. Now, I'm hired at a salon full-time and have met so many friends along the way. All my instructors encouraged me to step outside my comfort zone and test my limits.

—Madelyn / Hair Art Design Graduate
I loved that I chose to do my education at JCI! I loved all the instructors and truly built connections that will last a lifetime. I'm grateful for the opportunities JCI gave me and would reccommend this course to anyone.

—Dakota / Hair Art Design
Deciding to study at JCI was the best thing I could have done. I felt so welcome and happy. I know the people I met will stay in my life. I learned so much from the teachers, adapting to each of their techniques and methods. I feel prepared for the world.

—Neify / Hair Art Design Graduate
This course was great! Up to date—a wide range of knowledge was taught. Very knowledgable instructors who were patient with us. They were understanding and caring of us students' needs.

—Kenidy / Hair Art Design Graduate
JCI was an amazing experience, not only allowing me to learn hair, but also it has given me life-long friends that I will cherish forever.

— Kala / Hair Art Design Graduate
I had a wonderful experience at JCI studying Hair Art Design. I went from never having used a hair dryer to being very confident with any blowout. The instructors are wonderful, helpful, and kind.

—Caitlyn / Hair Art Design Graduate