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Certificate III in Hairdressing

Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship

National Code: WRH30106
Centre: Hair, Beauty and Floristry
Location: Elgar Campus
Enquiries: 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445)
Email: courseinfo@bhtafe.edu.au
Study Area: Hairdressing


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What does this course involve?

This is the hands-on way to prepare for a career in hairdressing.

This three-year apprenticeship course gives you both the theory classes and practical on-the-job training. You’ll learn the necessary skills, from the basics such as how to maintain a clean, safe and efficient workplace, to how to communicate effectively with those around you.

By the time you complete this course you will be qualified to treat, cut, colour and style hair, coordinate a salon team and sell various products and services.

As a hairdressing student at Box Hill Institute you will be encouraged to participate in competitions and industry awards, such as the Victorian Hairdressing Beauty Association’s Apprentice of the Year Award, where Box Hill Institute has a great reputation.

What employment opportunities will I have?

This course leads to work in the hairdressing industry.


As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

Accreditation

Nationally Recognised

What further study options will I have?

Completion of this course enables you to progress to the Certificate IV in Hairdressing or the Diploma of Hairdressing Salon Management.

Can I apply?

  • You must have previously registered with an Australian Apprenticeship Centre
  • You must have a training contract with an employer

How do I apply?

Direct Entry - Rolling enrolments

If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

How will I be selected for this course?

  • Individual Interview

Length of course

This course is a self-paced, competency-based course. Therefore, you can complete it as quickly as it suits you and your employer.

Where will I study?

Elgar Campus

What costs and other fees should I expect?

Government Funded
This course attracts Victorian Government funding. For information about Fees and Charges please click here. This qualification may also be provided on a fee for service basis to industry, interstate or international students.

How will I be assessed?

  • Oral presentation
  • Written assessment
  • Practical assessment
  • Project work
  • Examination or testing
  • Online Assessment
  • Workplace Assessment

Will my previous experience or study count?

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.

Units of Competency

Mandatory

WRBCS201B Conduct financial transactions 25 hr
WRBCS203B Provide service to clients 30 hr
WRHCL302A Colour and lighten hair 35 hr
WRHCL303A Design and perform full and partial highlighting techniques 25 hr
WRHCL304A Perform colour correction 35 hr
WRHCR302A Perform chemical curling and volumising services 50 hr
WRHCR303A Perform chemical straightening and relaxing services 30 hr
WRHCS201A Prepare clients for salon services 20 hr
WRHCS202A Maintain tools and equipment 10 hr
WRHCS204A Maintain and organise work areas 10 hr
WRHCS205A Follow personal health and safety routines at work 15 hr
WRHHC301A Design haircut structures 20 hr
WRHHC302A Apply one length/solid haircut structures 25 hr
WRHHC303A Apply graduated haircut structures 30 hr
WRHHC304A Apply layered haircut structures 30 hr
WRHHC305A Apply over-comb techniques 25 hr
WRHHD303A Design and apply short to medium-length hair design finishes 40 hr
WRHHS301A Apply the principles of hairdressing science 25 hr
WRHHS302A Consult with clients and treat hair and scalp conditions 15 hr
WRRCS1B Communicate in the workplace 50 hr
WRRER1B Work effectively in a retail environment 40 hr
WRRLP1B Apply safe working practices 18 hr
WRRS1B Sell products and services 18 hr

Electives Mandatory

WRHHC306A Combine haircut structures on women 25 hr
WRHHC307A Combine haircut structures for traditional and classic designs on men 20 hr
WRHHD202A Apply single, two and three strand braiding techniques 30 hr
WRHHD304A Design and apply long hair design finishes 30 hr
WRRM1B Merchandise products 30 hr
WRRS2B Advise on products and services 27 hr

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