Certificate IV in Hairdressing

In SHB40216 - Certificate III in Hairdressing

Students must complete, the total number of 11 Units consisting of

• 2 core units 
• 9 elective units

The hairdressing sector is predominantly comprised of small businesses, many of which are operated as salons by self-employed hairdressers. Students have access to a fully equipped Hairdressing salon services environment (simulated) for practical demonstration and observations of all appropriate units throughout the course. Practical tasks will be set for each student that relate to the course structure and hairdressing. 

ACCEND has the hairdressing services open to public, where students are able to maintain their skills required to successfully complete this qualification. An assortment of assessment methods structures this qualification including Practical Observation, Written Assessment, Project and simulated Workplace observation. Students will have access to a full range of hairdressing resources required for this qualification. 

Assessments given to participants will occur in set tuition time (observational based assessments) and outside class time (project based assessments). All practical demonstrations will be observed by a ACCEND Trainer/Assessor.

In meeting their obligations to train a trainee, ACCEND will ensure that:

• The student has access to the full range of settings/experiences required to develop competencies in all aspects of hairdressing
• The student has access to the full range of tools and equipment commonly used by workers employed in hairdressing
• The student will be instructed and supervised by a suitably qualified and experienced person

After achieving this qualification candidates may undertake:

• SHB40216 Certificate IV in Hairdressing
• SHB50216 Diploma of Salon Management

This qualification is suitable for an Australian apprenticeship pathway.