Holly's Hair School is located in the heart of North Vancouver, on the north shore of Burrard Inlet, directly across from Vancouver, British Columbia. We have a salon and school, both located at one modern facility. Since it’s opening in 1998, it has been the premier hairdressing school on the North Shore. With education at the heart of the business, Holly’s team is dedicated to the art of beauty.

Our students can expect the best experience when they visit our first class facility in North Vancouver. This particular school has been very successful with post-graduation career opportunities for its students. After completing the program at Holly's many of her students have gone on to work in some of the top salons on the North Shore such as Hatz Hair Design.

Owner Shawn Mitha takes the students from junior stylists to extremely successful salon professionals. Hairdressing is a trade that brings together two common traits that many people posess; creativity and people skills. Its a multi-million dollar industry that employs close to 11,000 people in British Columbia alone.

- Hairdressing Program:
Our 10 month program is designed for you to achieve excellence through hands-on curriculum, made to inspire you, flex your imagination, create trends and find success. The program is 30 hours per week, running Tuesday to Saturday from 9:00am to 4:30 pm.

Program Features:
- 10 months duration
- practical, hands-on approach to cosmetology
- flexible schedules
- weekly theory topics
- student loans available

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2. Langara College Digital Film Production

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Langara College in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada offers a Digital Film Production Program that is a unique, comprehensive, and a professional training program. It offers training in Drama, Documentary, Music Video and Commercials production, designed by the Film Community, and taught by award-winning professionals. We work closely with students and help them develop their personal goals, artistically, technically and commercially. Students benefit from our mentorship approach to their training. Graduates are award-winners and work in the film industry. Graduates remain part of our "Film Community" with access to our Crew Call list, graduate discounts on Edit Suite rental and more.

16 week accelerated learning full-time general film certificate program offered 3 times a year in Sept, Jan, and May; The 16 week intensive full-time Documentary program offered twice a year in Sept, & May; 1the 16 week Art of Camera Lighting Certificate program offered one a year in January. A part-time evening & weekend general certificate program, where students can either take the complete certificate or individual courses. This option has three intakes a year.

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3. MOSMA | Mid-Ocean School of Media Arts

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For 25 years MOSMA is proudly the Central Canadian Prairies most established audio institution.

Important to a solid curriculum and strong faculty is exposing students to industry professionals through mentorships, lectures and workshops, and providing our graduates with ample resources and opportunities; helping them transition into the industry. In tandem, MOSMA has the privilege to continuously build strong relationships with our local and national arts community and maintain involvement with many outreach programs. These are all elements of our continued success. In this industry, our grads are trained with the skills necessary to compete, thrive, and pursue a successful career.

AUDIO IN MEDIA - Diploma
1 Year, Full-time, Audio Engineering Program
Maximum Enrolment of 15 Students per Intake
1,305 Hours

STUDIO RECORDING
2 evening per week, 8 Classes, 24 Hours

PRO TOOLS 101 - FUNDAMENTALS I
2 evenings per week, 7 Classes, 21 Hours

PRO TOOLS 110 - FUNDAMENTALS II
2 evenings per week, 8 Classes, 24 Hours

MIXING & EDITING TECHNIQUES
2 evenings per week, 6 Classes, 18 Hours

MUSIC CREATION WITH ABLETON
2 evenings per week, 8 Classes, 24 Hours

MUSIC PRODUCTION WITH ABLETON
2 evenings per week, 8 Classes, 24 Hours

PRO DEVELOPMENTAL & YOUTH WORKSHOPS
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4. Numa International Institute of Makeup and Design, Calgary

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The Numa International Institute of Makeup and Design (NiiMD) is located in Calgary, Alberta. We offer comprehensive makeup, hairstyling and fashion courses that provide our students with the necessary skills to excel in the makeup and fashion industries. Numa is an institute of higher education, creativity and expression. We also have a training school in Edmonton.

It is our mission to empower our students with confidence, skill and creativity. We believe in a well rounded program with a strong emphasis on hands on application. As an artist, you are entitled to express yourself in accordance with your own personal flair; however a grounding in the fundamentals of your trade is what will ensure your success. Using quality brand name products is a standard of NiiMD.

- Essential Makeup
- Advanced Fashion Makeup
- Studio Hairstyling
- Airbrush
- Special Effects Makeup
- Teen Fashion Fridays
- Styling and Image Consulting

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5. schoolcreative, Vancouver

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Schoolcreative is Vancouver's premiere arts school. We focus on acting for film and television and writing for the arts. We are very results oriented and our students work. Our Casting Director and Commercial workshops have resulted in actors finding work immediately.

At Schoolcreative we offer full and part time acting classes for film and television. 90% of our graduates find representation with agents upon or immediately after graduation. In addition to the study of acting we offer magazine writing classes with renowned journalist, Pieta Woolley of The Georgia Straight.

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6. The School Of Professional Makeup, Toronto

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Located in downtown Toronto, Canada, The School of Professional Makeup provides comprehensive training in special effects, prosthetics, bridal, fashion, TV & Film makeup.

The job opportunities in this profession are endless. Bridal and fashion makeup, spa, film, television, and stage are areas one might specialize in or embrace them all to keep life interesting.

The School of Pro Makeup is registered and approved by the Ministry of Education and Training. Our instructors are professional makeup artists currently working in the industry. Our training is savvy and our intention is clear: we take great interest in our student's success. Come on board with a private makeup school that truly cares.

Now celebrating over ten years!

- Makeup Art (creative & corrective)
- Hair Works
- Out of Kit FX
- Prosthetics
- Airbrush

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7. LaSalle College Vancouver

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LaSalle College Vancouver is located in British Columbia on the west coast of Canada. It is a world class institution providing Fashion Design and Fashion Merchandising Diploma Programs, and offers a unique educational experience for students. We provide a supportive, nurturing learning environment with industry experienced instructors, and our small class sizes enhance learning opportunities and provide extensive student / instructor interaction.

At our fashion institution, we aim to maximise the creative force of each student and prepare each individual to meet the needs of the industry, and we provide the knowledge and resources to stimulate learning and fully develop talent. We also aim to provide our students with training to assist them to acquire the skills and techniques required in today's design industry.

We are fully accredited by the Private Career Training Institutions Agency of British Columbia. This designation gives assurance to students that high standards are met with regard to training facilities, instructor qualifications, curriculum, assessment processes and general operations.

Fashion Design Diploma Program:

Courses / modules include:
- Pattern Drafting
- Draping
- Sewing Fundamentals
- Illustration
- Introduction to Textiles
- Fashion Design
- Costume History

Fashion Merchandising Diploma Program:

Courses / modules include:
- Computer Techniques for Fashion
- Fashion Marketing
- Fashion History
- Public Relations and Event Planning
- Fashion Show Production
- Fashion Technology

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8. Think Tank Training Centre

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Situated in a heritage building at Lonsdale Quay in North Vancouver, Think Tank Training Centre provides a intensive one-year Diploma program that specializes in the latest software, techniques and technologies that cater to the needs of the film, television and video game industries.

Founded in 2005, Think Tank is dedicated to providing relevant, current, and effective training that will ensure a realistic opportunity for employment.

Think Tank boasts 92% job placement in the CG Industry. In 2015 it was ranked the #1 school in Canada and #3 in the world for film, TV and game production at the CG Student Awards.

12 Month Diploma Program in Computer Animation, Visual Effects & Game Design:

Duration: 45 weeks (three 15 week semesters)

Modules include:
- 3D Animation
- 3D Modeling
- Classical & Flash Animation
- Digital Imaging
- Life Drawing
- Mentored Lab
- Production Pipeline
- Maya
- Texturing

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9. The Culinary Arts School Of Ontario

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Located in Mississauga, ON, just west of Toronto and minutes from the communities of Brampton, Etobicoke and Oakville, The Culinary Arts School of Ontario gives you a superb start to your Culinary Arts career. Our Chef Training Diploma & Workshop programs immerse you in the essential skills that form the building blocks of all classic cuisine. You learn basic knife skills, stocks, sauces, meat, poultry and seafood cookery through classic interpretation of recipes, and work your way through more sophisticated levels of food preparation. In addition to our adult courses, we also provide fun Kids & Teens classes for the Chefs of the future!

The School's proven approach to learning encompasses a series of modules, each comprised of approximately 5 - 10 hours of textbook, workbook and projects along with 20 - 30 hours of practical kitchen exercises.

With a class sizes of 10-12 students to one chef-instructor, the Culinary Arts School can ensure that you develop confidence with your understanding and skill development. Whether your goal is to become a personal chef, run a five-star restaurant, or open your own catering business, our programs are an intense career and goal-directed, yet affordable, way to achieve that dream in just months.

Culinary Arts / Chef Training Diploma Programs:

- Culinary Arts Diploma (18 weeks)
- Sous Chef Diploma (34 weeks)
- Professional Chef Diploma (51 weeks)

Recreational Cooking Classes:
- Knife Skills
- Foodie Series
- Seasonal Classes
- Team Building Cooking Classes

Kids & Teens Cooking Classes:
- Summer Camp (Ages 8-16)
- March Break (Ages 8-16)
- Teen Chef

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10. Alchemy Center, Toronto

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Alchemy Center is Toronto's top multi-disciplinary makeup studio and academy. We offer make-up artist training courses and workshops and workshops which include airbrushing, henna and hair styling. We also provide custom make-up classes for both beginner to advanced students and everyone in between. Day, evening and weekend classes are available to suit your busy schedule. On-going support is also available to all students to ensure that they maintain their learning momentum.

If you are interested in learning the art of makeup and airbrushing, the knowledgeable and passionate instructors at Alchemy Center will make your learning easy, informative and enjoyable. Instead of large groups, where the entire class moves along at the speed of the slowest learner, private or small group lessons ensure that you receive with the instruction and information you need. You won’t have to waste time and money learning things you are not interested in and have no intention of doing. In a one-on-one setting, all the attention is on one thing - you.

Alchemy Center is conveniently located in west Toronto, Ontario and is easily accessible by public transport.

- Alchemy Airbrush Makeup Techniques for Makeup Artists - Level 1
- Alchemy Airbrush Makeup and Body Art Techniques for Makeup Artists - Level 2
- Alchemy Airbrush Bridal Makeup Bootcamp
- Airbrush Eye Makeup Techniques
- Beginner Hands-on Makeup Workshop
- Custom one-on-one tutoring for makeup artists of all levels
- Henna Workshop
- Hair Styling for Makeup Artists
- Colour Theory - coming soon