Certificate II in Salon Assistant

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.

Where and When

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Duration

Part-time: 1 semester

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.

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

Uniform Students are required to wear black pants and a black top that are suitable for a salon environment. Attire should be clean, professional, and presentable at all times.

Technology Requirements It is recommended that students bring their own laptop to support their learning and access digital resources. However, this is not a mandatory requirement for course participation.

Physical Requirements Students will be required to stand for extended periods during simulated salon sessions. An average level of fitness is advantageous; however, applicants should be willing to develop their ability to meet the physical demands of the training environment.

Materials Fee – $164.00 Where applicable, this fee contributes to the cost of classroom consumables, e-learning resources, associated licence access fees, excursions, and dolly heads used throughout the course.

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.'

Skills Developed

• Client consultation
• Shampoo and basin services
• Communicating with clients and team members
• Finish short to medium length hair design
• Organisation of tools, equipment and work areas
• Colour application
• Hairdressing industry knowledge
• Product knowledge

Certification

By successfully completing this course you will receive a nationally recognised AQF Qualification.

Compulsory Units

Fees

Fees Additional Information

The student tuition fees published are indicative only and can be subject to change given individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Funding made available to eligible individuals by State and Commonwealth Governments.

For more information see 'Fee information and eligibility' under the 'Apply Now' tab on the Wodonga TAFE website.

Pathways

Certificate III in Hairdressing

Careers

Salon Assistant

How To Apply

Applying for a course at Wodonga TAFE is a simple 4-5 step process. You can learn more here: Understanding the application process

Click the Apply Now button in the list below for the time and location that interests you.