Hair Art Design Program

Train in cutting, colour, styling, and extensions—right in downtown Vancouver.

Train in-person at our Vancouver campus. This full-time program runs 2.5 days per week, with schedule options designed for busy lives.

7 months

Graduate with a Certificate in Hair Art Design and be prepared to work in salon environments or build your own client base.

Certificate

Financial aid, scholarships, and flexible payment plans available—our team can walk you through your options.

$12,500

Program Overview

Build a complete foundation in professional hairstyling:

  • Cutting techniques and precision

  • Colour theory and application

  • Styling, finishing, and braiding

  • Working with all hair types and textures

  • Consultation and client communication

  • Salon workflow and professional standards

  • BELLAMI extension methods: Tape-Ins, K-Tips, I-Tips, and Wefts

You graduate with versatile, job-ready skills for modern salon environments.

What You Learn

Train in a professional salon environment designed to reflect real work settings:

  • Start cutting hair in your first week

  • Live instructor demonstrations

  • Guided, hands-on services

  • Real-time feedback and coaching

  • Work on real clients

  • Built-in work experience

  • Small class sizes for personalized support

This is practical training—not theory-based learning.

How You Train

  • Salon-focused from day one
    Training reflects how real salons operate, with an emphasis on repetition, consistency, and client work

  • Built on technical skill and consistency
    Develop precision through structured, hands-on practice

  • Confidence through real client experience
    Work with clients throughout your training to build comfort and professionalism

  • Career-ready training
    Graduate prepared to work in salons or begin building your own client base

What Makes This Different

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Program Logistics

Find details on tuition, program length, and how to apply.

  • Tuition: $12,500

    Financial options: Merit-based tuition awards, flexible payment plans, and government student loans are available for those who qualify. Our Admissions Advisors can walk you through your options.

    See international student tuition here.

    Program Costs:

    • Application Fee: $250

    • Course Materials: $3,810

    • Beauty Supply Kit: $350 (estimated)

    • Media Makeup Supply Kit: $150 (estimated)

    • Location: Downtown Vancouver

    • Format: In-person, hands-on training

    • Time Commitment: 20 hours/week (2.5 days/week)

    • Total Length: 8 months (includes 2 weeks of scheduled breaks)

    • Program Hours: 580

    • Weeks of Education: 29 weeks

    • Class Size: Maximum 16 students

    • Credential: Certificate

    We offer flexible schedules for busy lives and multiple intakes throughout the year. An Admissions Advisors can help you select the best schedule and start date for you.

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

  • To enroll, applicants must meet JCI’s General Admission Requirements.

TALK TO OUR TEAM

  • "My experience with JCI has been nothing short of incredible. After working at New York Fashion Week, I was overwhelmed with gratitude. I couldn’t have had that opportunity without JCI’s support. The team went above and beyond to help make it happen, and I’m so thankful for the encouragement and belief they showed in me. I’m proud to represent a school that genuinely invests in its students and their success. I’ll continue to recommend JCI to anyone pursuing their dreams in this industry because they make them possible."

    — Abby Wren Artistry, Graduate

  • "I knew JCI was the school for me because the vibe felt so personal. Everyone was so kind, we shared so many laughs, and I made lifelong friends. I discovered things I didn’t even know existed in the makeup world, and I still use that knowledge to this very day"

    — Krista Hahn, Emmy Award Winner for Outstanding Period or Fantasy/Sci-fi Makeup

  • "Attending JCI was a transformative experience. The instructor expertise and passion for the craft made learning enjoyable and grounding. I gained invaluable hands-on experience and confidence to pursue a career in makeup artistry. Thank you JCI for providing such a top-notch education."

    — Simronjit / Makeup Artistry Graduate

Where JCI Grads Go

Our hair graduates go on to work as salon stylists, colour specialists, and freelance artists, as well as build their own client bases. Many continue into advanced training, platform artistry, or open their own salons.

Your Questions, Answered

  • Yes. Merit-based tuition awards are available for qualifying students, and government student loans may be an option depending on eligibility.

    Our team can walk you through what applies to you.

  • Programs run on a structured, full-time schedule (approximately 2.5 days per week), with options designed to fit around work or other commitments.

    We’ll share current schedule options when you connect with our team.

  • You’ll graduate with a certificate or diploma depending on your program, along with a portfolio of your work developed throughout your training.

  • No. All programs are delivered in person.

    These are hands-on skills, and training in a studio, salon, or clinic environment is essential to building real ability.

  • No prior experience is required.

    Most students start with an interest and build their skills from the ground up.

  • You’ll need to meet our general admission requirements.

    Our team will guide you through the process step by step once you reach out.

  • JCI Institute is located in downtown Vancouver:

    Suite #200 – 1155 Robson Street
    Vancouver, British Columbia

Talk to Our Team

You don’t need to have everything figured out. Most students start by exploring, asking questions, and seeing the space before deciding.

Fill out the form—we’ll send you a link by text and email, so you can book a call or campus visit when it works for you.