New Zealand Certificate in Hairdressing (Salon Support) Level 3

at Universal College of Learning

This programme comprises 120 Credits.

Introduction to Salon Operations (15 Credits)

Learn about how a salon operates, expectations, requirements and customer service. The course will cover employment; environmental considerations/sustainability (sources of waste, management of waste, harmful substances and carbon footprint); customer service; fashion identity; self presentation; and health and hygiene.

Introduction to Salon Knowledge and Skills (15 Credits)

Learn to work effectively in a salon environment. The course will cover effective and professional communication; workplace relationships; hair products; hair fashion over time; measurement and calculations used in a salon; and time management.

Introduction to Hair and Scalp Treatments (15 Credits)

Learn about the science of hair, scalp, hair products, chemicals and colour; and develop practical treatment skills under supervision. The course will cover trichology (study of the hair and scalp); shampoo service; hair and scalp treatments; fundamentals of hair colouring; and the neutralising process.

Introduction to Basic Styling (15 Credits)

Learn a range of basic hair styling techniques. The course covers pincurling hair; moulding and scaling hair; dressing long hair; and salon equipment and hand-held tools.

Salon Systems and Processes (15 Credits)

Gain experience of working with salon systems and processes; and build your knowledge of the expected professional behaviours and legal requirements for the salon environment.

Professional Salon Support Practice (15 Credits)

Extend your knowledge of health, wellbeing and safety in the salon; undertake basic first aid training, and learn how to create your own professional portfolio.

Basic Hair Cutting and Colouring Skills (15 Credits)

Build your knowledge of hair cutting and colouring; and practice basic hair cutting and colouring skills.

Wet to Dry Styling (15 Credits)

Build your knowledge of wet to dry hair styling, and practice your skills.

Domestic Entry Requirements

This programme has open entry.

English language proficiency

If English is not your first language, you must also demonstrate English language skills equivalent to an IELTS overall band score (academic) of 5 with no band score less than 5 (or equivalent including TOEFL). IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form (i.e. combining scores from more than one test is not permissible). UCOL is a TOEFL testing centre.

International Entry Requirements

English language proficiency

International student applicants whose first language is not English must have an IELTS Academic score of 5 with no band score lower than 5 (or equivalent including TOEFL). IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form (i.e. combining scores from more than one test is not permissible). UCOL is a TOEFL testing centre.

Under 20 years of age

In addition to this, international applicants under 20 years of age must have NCEA equivalency.

Domestic Fees: *
$7119.00

International Fees:*
$20,500.00

On completion of this qualification gain entry into New Zealand Certificate in Hairdressing (Emerging Stylist). You'll also be able to work as a salon assistant undertaking the following duties:

• Confidently communicate with colleagues and clients
• Follow instructions and ensure observation of technical skills is respectful of the client experience 
• Undertake limited reception duties, including appointment making, home hair care sales and maintenance of retail product displays
• Provide limited support services that contribute to the client journey through the salon
• Perform a limited scope consultation, including hair and scalp analysis
• Perform elementary styling tasks, including blow drying, moulding, setting and long hair-ups
• Safely hold scissors, follow a pre-cut guide, comb and project the hair and maintain even tension on a mannequin
• Mix, apply and remove a limited range of colour treatments as directed
• Understand the process and basic principles when neutralising chemical reformation services 
• Meet the personal health and presentation requirements of the salon environment, and self-style in ways that promote current trends in fashion
• Follow workplace health, safety, hygiene and environmental policies, identify and report potential hazards to minimise the impact of workplace activities on the environment