One year fast-track to a career as a fully qualified hairdresser!

This course teaches, motivates and inspires every student to achieve their goals. Suitable for those who have completed Certificate II and those wanting a fast track to a hairdressing career. It is a great opportunity to gain an Australian Qualification in one year! Plus, learning in a salon environment helps you to understand what it is to be a Hairdresser.

About the Course

  • Local Students
  • International Students
  • National Code: WRH30106
  • Cricos Code: 058518B

Campus: Collingwood, Preston

Duration

Full-time: 1 year

Modes of Delivery

Further Study and Careers

Pathways to Further Study

Students who successfully complete the Certificate III in Hairdressing may wish to go on to the Certificate IV in Hairdressing.

Study Pathways at NMIT

Career Opportunities

Hairdresser

Entrance Requirements

Local Students:

Must be over the age of 18.

International Students:

Australian Year 12 (or recognised equivalent) or relevant work experience. IELTS 5.5 or higher (or recognised equivalents). Mature Age.

Materials

Assessment Methods

Assessment is competency based. Satisfactory completion of each learning outcome is required. Some competencies may be assessed through course work while others may be achieved through on-the-job training.

Materials

Hairdressing tool kit, uniform, manicans and text books to be purchased in first week of course - cost approximately $1200.

More Information

Phone: 03 9269 1342

Web: Enquiry Form

Department: Hairdressing and Beauty

How to Apply

Local Students

Full-time (2010):
To start this course in 2010 apply directly to NMIT.

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Full-time Mid-year Entry (2010):
To start this course in 2010 apply directly to NMIT.

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International Students

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Application for Enrolment Form

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Units of Study

Code Subject Hours Type
WRBCS201B Conduct financial transactions 23 Core
WRBCS203B Provide service to clients 27 Core
WRHCL302A Colour and lighten hair 35 Core
WRHCL303A Design and perform full and partial highlighting techniques 25 Core
WRHCL304A Perform colour correction 32 Core
WRHCR302A Perform chemical curling and volumising services 50 Core
WRHCR303A Perform chemical straightening and relaxing services 30 Core
WRHCS201A Prepare clients for salon services 18 Core
WRHCS202A 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
WRHCS308A Plan services for special events 20 Core
WRHHC301A Design haircut structures 20 Core
WRHHC302A Apply one length/solid haircut structures 25 Core
WRHHC303A Apply graduated haircut structures 28 Core
WRHHC304A Apply layered haircut structures 28 Core
WRHHC305A Apply over-comb techniques 23 Core
WRHHC306A Combine haircut structures on women 23 Core
WRHHC307A Combine haircut structures for traditional and classic designs on men 18 Core
WRHHD201A Dry hair to shape 35 Core
WRHHD202A Apply single, two and three strand braiding techniques 30 Core
WRHHD303A Design and apply short to medium-length hair design finishes 40 Core
WRHHS301A Apply the principles of hairdressing science 23 Core
WRHHS302A Consult with clients and treat hair and scalp conditions 15 Core
WRHWP301A Operate effectively as a hairdresser in a work environment 1 Core
WRRCS1B Communicate in the workplace 50 Core
WRRER1B Work effectively in a retail environment 38 Core
WRRLP1B Apply safe work practices 18 Core
WRRS1B Sell products and services 18 Core
WRRS2B Advise on products 27 Core