Overview
Get started on your hairdressing career with the Salon Assistant qualification, which is a great introduction to the hair and beauty industries! This entry-level qualification will provide you with a range of basic skills and knowledge for work in hairdressing salons. This combined skills and knowledge can lead you to employment outcomes such as a Salon Assistant, and provide you with a pathway to further training in the Certificate III in Hairdressing.
You will learn how to provide assistance with client services, and conduct routine tasks under direct supervision and with guidance from hairdressers who manage the client services of hairdressing. With on-campus classes within the Hair Design Salon at Wodonga TAFE, you will develop your skills in a hands-on practical environment.
Delivery Methods
- On-campus – The majority of teaching and assessment is conducted on-campus
Locations
- McKoy Street, Wodonga Vic (Main campus)
When You Can Start
To be advised. Enquire now about enrolment for 2026.
When You Can Enrol
Enquire now about enrolment for 2026.
Duration
Part-time: 1 semester
Schedule
On-campus/blended: Two days per week on campus, 9am-4pm. Specific days to be confirmed for 2026.
Requirements
Applicants who have successfully completed Year 10, of the legal school leaving age of 17 years will have the academic skills to undertake this course.
Field Placement
This course includes the opportunity for optional industry placement. You'll be able to work with an employer to gain hands-on, relevant industry skills. This will help you gain a broader understanding of the industry, and build direct connections and networks with employers.
Assessment
The assessments will enable students to demonstrate the underpinning knowledge, skills and attributes required to meet the course outcomes. A range of assessment strategies to meet different student’s needs will be selected, including theoretical and practical assessments, assessing your hair design and capabilities.
Other Information
Note: If you would like to become a ‘client’ of Wodonga TAFE Hairdressing please send an email to our department administration, EVS_Administration@wodongatafe.edu.au with the subject heading ‘Client of Wodonga TAFE Hairdressing.’