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Prepare for a career as a health and wellness professional in private business and industry while studying and serving real clients at VCC’s state-of-the-art wellness spa and salon.

Health and Wellness Professional Cosmetology Diploma - International

Vancouver Community College

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1. English 10 or [equivalent](https://www.vcc.ca/applying/registration-services/english-language-proficiency-requirements/all-other-programs/english-10/)

Academic Admission Requirement

1. International applicants must be 17 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)
2. Applicants must submit [official transcripts and educational documents](https://www.vcc.ca/international/future-students/apply/how-to-apply/) as required by their course or program.
3. All VCC applicants are required to function successfully in an English-speaking classroom.
Recommended Characteristics
In a salon and spa environment, professionals work in a dynamic, client-centered setting that requires attention to both personal interaction and technical precision. Students in this program may perform tasks that involve key aspects of the working environment which include:
Direct Client Interaction: A Health & Wellness Professional involves close, one-on-one interactions with clients, including physical touch and focusing on creating a comfortable and welcoming experience while attending to personal service needs. 
Physical Activity: Professionals are often required to stand for extended periods, maintain a steady hand, and perform tasks that require fine motor skills, such as precision in specialized manual treatments. Professionals are required to use chemicals and products that may aggravate respiratory or skin conditions
Visual Precision: Tasks often demand strong depth perception, accurate color recognition, and the ability to identify fine details in hair, nails, and skin treatments, ensuring quality and satisfaction in visual results.
Environment: Students will work in an environment that could contain strong scents and be visually and auditorily stimulating
Independence and Responsibility: While collaborative in nature, salon/spa environments also require professionals to work independently, managing their appointments, service routines, and client records effectively.
Structured and Hygienic Setting: Adhering to strict sanitation, safety, and hygiene standards is essential in a salon/spa setting to ensure the well-being of both clients and staff.
Creative and Adaptive Atmosphere: The environment often fosters creativity and innovation in services, as professionals adapt to changing client preferences and industry trends.
Administrative Skills: Professionals may also be responsible for tasks such as scheduling, processing payments, and managing supplies, which require writing, organizational, and numerical skills.

Program seats will be available on a first-qualified, first-offered basis. You can find the program availability status [here](https://www.vcc.ca/international/programs/program-availability/availability-status/)

When you are ready to apply, use our [pre-application checklist](https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/go/resources) to make sure you have everything you need, and visit our [How-to guides page](https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/help) for more information.

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Health and Wellness Professional Cosmetology Diploma - International

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