The ultimate way 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 in Hairdressing and those who want a hairdressing career.
About the Course
- Local Students
- International Students
- National Code: WRH30109
Campus: Collingwood, Preston
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
- Certificate IV in Hairdressing
Career Opportunities
Hairdresser.
Entrance Requirements
Apprentices applying must be over the age of 15 and currently employed in the industry and indentured to a tradesperson.
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
A list of materials will be provided upon enrolment.
Fees
Units of Study
| Code | Subject | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIRX0HS001A | Apply safe working practices | 18 | Core |
| SIRXCOM001A | Communicate in the workplace | 50 | Core |
| SIRXIND001A | Work effectively in a retail environment | 40 | Core |
| SIRXSLS001A | Sell products and services | 18 | Core |
| WRBCS201B | Conduct financial transactions | 23 | Core |
| WRBCS203B | Provide service to clients | 27 | Core |
| WRHCL302B | Colour and lighten hair | 35 | Core |
| WRHCL303B | Design and perform full and partial highlighting techniques | 25 | Core |
| WRHCL304A | Perform colour correction | 35 | Core |
| WRHCR302B | Perform chemical curling and volumising services | 50 | Core |
| WRHCR303B | Perform chemical straightening and relaxing services | 30 | 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 |
| WRHHC301A | Design haircut structures | 20 | Core |
| WRHHC302A | Apply one length/solid haircut structures | 25 | Core |
| WRHHC303A | Apply graduated haircut structures | 30 | Core |
| WRHHC304A | Apply layered haircut structures | 30 | Core |
| WRHHC305A | Apply over-comb techniques | 25 | Core |
| WRHHD303A | Design and apply short to medium-length hair design finishes | 40 | Core |
| WRHHS301A | Apply the principles of hairdressing science | 25 | Core |
| WRHHS302A | Consult with clients and treat hair and scalp conditions | 15 | Core |
| SIRXSLS002A | Advise on Products and services | 27 | Elective |
| WRHCS308A | Plan services for special events | 20 | Elective |
| WRHHC306B | Combine haircut structures on women | 25 | Elective |
| WRHHC307B | Combine haircut structures for traditional and classic designs on men | 20 | Elective |
| WRHHD202A | Apply single, two and three strand braiding techniques | 30 | Elective |
| WRHWP302A | Operate effectively as a hairdresser in a salon work team | 1 | Elective |



