This qualification
is from the Hairdressing Training Package. It has been designed as the standard entry level qualification for the hairdressing industry. Likely functions upon successful completion involve employment as a hairdresser working as part of team in a salon, performing processes that require a range of well developed skills where discretion and judgement is required; with responsibility for own outputs, and responsibility for the supervision of others, including apprentices. Functions at this level include applying skills and knowledge to sell products and services, ensuring a safe working environment and performing a full range of client services.

Subjects
Core: Conduct financial transactions; Provide service to clients; Colour and lighten hair; Design and perform full and partial highlighting techniques; Perform colour correction; Perform chemical curling and volumising services; Perform chemical straightening and relaxing services; Prepare clients for salon services; Maintain tools and equipment; Maintain and organise work areas; Follow personal health and safety routines at work; Design haircut structures; Apply one length/solid haircut structures; Apply graduated haircut structures; plus more. Plus electives.

Course Specifications
Related Occupations: Hair and Beauty Salon Assistant, Hairdresser
Attendance [Length] Part-time internal [1 year]
Curriculum owner - Training Package (National)
Faculty: VET
Qualification: Certificate III
Educational Sector: Vocational Education & Training (VET)
Level Skilled Trade: Apprenticeships
Study Field: Hospitality, Tourism & Personal Services
Structure: 23 core units; Plus 6 elective units
Industry Training Board: Service ISC - Wholesale, Retail, Personal Services
Minimum Entry Requirements: Year 10
Allowances Youth Allowance is available for this course.