Program Overview

ESTR021 Essential Skills for Trades: Preparation for Cosmetology

Course Description

A strong essential skills foundation is crucial for students interested in pursuing a career in trades. This course imparts essential skills for cosmetology, addressing such topics as reading text, document use, and numeracy including whole numbers, fractions, percents, measurement, and data analysis. Successful completion of ESTR 021 satisfies the academic admission requirements for NLC’s Esthetics and Nail Care Technology, and Hairstylist Foundation Programs.

Restrictions and Prerequisites

• Must be in the Career & College Preparation Essential Skills Program.
• Other Prerequisites:
  • Grade 8 completion or equivalent performance on the CCP English and Math Appraisals.
  • Reliable internet and computer access.
  • Identification of a Trade of interest.
  • Minimum 17 years of age when program starts.

Course Details

• Tutorials/Seminar Hours: 120
• Contact Hours: 120

Program Information

Northern Lights College serves the communities of Northern British Columbia that are located on the territories of the Cree, Dene, Dunne-Za, Kaska, Saulteau, Tse’khene, Tahltan, and Tlingit. We also recognize Metis Nation BC members who live in this area of our beautiful province. We acknowledge our hosts and honour their gracious welcome to those seeking knowledge.