Hairdressing

Study Hairdressing

Master the skills and techniques to transform and make people feel good. Turn your passion into a career with our range of qualifications. Learn from the best in the business in a supportive environment.

New Zealand Certificate in Hairdressing

Learn essential skills such as shampooing, applying treatments or colours under supervision, styling and reception duties. You’ll also be introduced to cutting. Develop experience working as a team member in our salon. Work backstage on the World of Wearable Art Awards Show and take the opportunity to work on other productions and fashion events.

Level 3
1 year, full-time

New Zealand Certificate in Hairdressing (Professional Stylist) (Level 4)

Follow on from your level 3 Hairdressing qualification to become a qualified hairdresser! This programme is for people with prior knowledge of hairstyling, colouring tasks and basic hair cutting techniques, who wish to develop skills and knowledge to become a professional hairstylist. On successful completion, you’ll have the knowledge, skills, and attributes to provide integrated fashion services as a professional hairstylist capable of operating under broad guidance.

Level 4
1 year, full-time

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Graduate Success Stories

Behind the chair: Meet Hairdressing tutor Helen

Helen has been working in the hairdressing industry for 30 years, and teaching hairdressing for 20. She became a tutor because she loves seeing ākonga learn and blossom. Based in Petone and Porirua, Helen teaches our Level 3 Certificate in Hairdressing, a year-long programme that teaches the fundamentals of hairdressing and styling.

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