This course provides an introduction to the Hairdressing industry.
It introduces the student to the principles of hairdressing through an exciting, fast paced program.
This is an excellent course for school leavers interested in discovering just what the hairdressing industry is all about!
About the Course
- Local Students
- International Students
- National Code: WRH20109
Campus: Collingwood, Preston
Duration
Full-time: 1 Term, Full-time, 5 days per week, 9-10 weeks. (277 hours)
Modes of Delivery
Further Study and Careers
Pathways to Further Study
Students successfully completing this qualification will be eligible to apply for entry to the Certificate III in Hairdressing or gain employment as an apprentice.
Study Pathways at NMIT
- Certificate III in Hairdressing - Apprenticeship
- Certificate III in Hairdressing
Career Opportunities
Opportunity to credit transfer into an Apprenticeship in Hairdressing and further your career.
Opportunity to credit transfer into Certificate III in Hairdressing and fast track your career.
Entrance Requirements
Selection is via completion of task sheet and interview. Applicants must have the literacy skills to achieve course requirements and be over 15 years of age.
Materials
Assessment Methods
Assessment is competency based and integrated. Satisfactory completion of each learning outcome will be required.
Materials
A list of materials will be provided upon enrolment.
Fees
More Information
How to Apply
Local Students
Full-time (2011):
To start this course in 2011 apply directly to NMIT.
Full-time Mid-year Entry (2010):
To start this course in 2010 apply directly to NMIT.
Units of Study
| Code | Subject | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIRXCOM001A | Communicate in the workplace | 50 | Core |
| SIRXIND001A | Work effectively in a retail environment | 40 | Core |
| SIRXOHS001A | Apply safe work practices | 18 | Core |
| WRHCS201A | Prepare clients for salon services | 20 | Core |
| WRHCS202B | Maintain tools and equipment | 10 | Core |
| WRHCS204A | Maintain and organise work areas | 10 | Core |
| WRHCS205A | Follow personal health and safety routines at work | 15 | Core |
| WRHCS206A | Perform head, neck and shoulder massage | 20 | Core |
| WRHCS207A | Develop hairdressing industry knowledge | 15 | Core |
| WRHHD201A | Dry hair to shape | 35 | Core |
| SIRXSLS001A | Sell products and services | 18 | Elective |
| WRHCL201A | Apply temporary hair colour and removal of residual colour products | 25 | Elective |
| WRHWP201A | Assist colleagues providing multiple salon services as a team member | 1 | Elective |
