The Certificate III in Hairdressing has been designed as the standard entry level qualification for the hairdressing industry.
Likely functions in the hairdressing industry for those who achieve this qualification involve employment as a hairdresser working as part of team in a salon, performing processes that require a range of well developed skills where discretion and judgement is required; with responsibility for own outputs, and responsibility for the supervision of others, including apprentices. Functions at this level include applying skills and knowledge to sell products and services, ensuring a safe working environment and performing a full range of client services, including client consultation and advice, hair and scalp treatments, haircutting, hair design, colour and lightening, and chemical reformation services on male and/or female clients.
Subjects
WRH30109 Certificate III in Hairdressing
Qualification requirements
To achieve a Certificate III in Hairdressing, 29 units must be completed comprising:
23 core units, plus
6 elective units, comprising 1 compulsory elective haircutting unit and 5 elective units.
Note: WRHWP302A Operate effectively as a hairdresser in a salon work team, is a compulsory elective, in the group of 5 to be selected by learners undertaking this qualification via an institutional pathway; and it is not applicable to learners undertaking an Australian Apprenticeship pathway who acquire this learning in their salon.
* This unit is compulsory and only applicable for learners undertaking this qualification via an institutional pathway.
Pathways...
Not applicable.
Entry Requirements
Entry advice
There are no pre- requisites for this qualification
Language, literacy and numeracy advice
The National Reporting System informs the identification and description of underpinning English language, literacy and numeracy features and requirements within competency standards. The learner's language, literacy and numeracy levels are expected to be equivalent to Level 2/3 of the National Reporting System.
Reading and writing - a learner will be able to read and comprehend a range of simple texts and write a range of short texts in a number of contexts which may be interrelated.
Oral communication - a learner will be able to use and respond to spoken language within a variety of contexts.
Numeracy and mathematics - a learner will be able to deal easily with straightforward calculations either manually and/or using a calculator.
WRH30109 Certificate III in Hairdressing
Qualification requirements
Licensing Information
Not applicable.
Employability Skills
* This unit is compulsory and only applicable for learners undertaking this qualification via an institutional pathway.
Employability Skills Summary
WHR30109 Certificate III in Hairdressing
The following table contains a summary of the Employability Skills required by the Hairdressing Industry for this qualification. The Employability Skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options.
Employability Skill
Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:
Communication
Use questioning and active listening to ascertain and respond to client needs to ensure clients enjoy a positive experience that reflects salon values. Negotiate responsively with client to suggest new looks, products and services and to ensure and confirm client satisfaction. Give clear instructions to apprentices and other team members and regularly carry out verbal instructions from other team members and supervisors. Read and interpret product and tool manufacturers instructions and other work related documents. Complete simple written workplace forms and share work related information with other team members.
Teamwork
Supervise apprentices and work collaboratively with other team members, supporting the team, respecting and understanding others views and giving and receiving feedback in the context of a salon environment where employees are expected to perform their individual tasks but also look for opportunities to assist others at peak client periods and to share technical expertise.
Problem solving
Demonstrate sensitivity to client needs and concerns, anticipating problems and acting to avoid them where possible. Solve technical and service problems in the context of a team structure where, decisions may be made independently or may be referred to another technical team member or a supervisor for support or resolution depending upon salon policy and procedures.
Initiative and enterprise
Act independently within the context of a team structure where some supervision may occur. Regularly suggest new hairdressing design, service and product ideas to clients.
Planning and organising
Plan and carry out complex technical and salon tasks to accommodate salon service timelines and priorities.
Self-management
Understand and follow salon policies regarding work availability, rosters and work duties. Work within the salon culture by practising inclusive behaviour, effective management of personal presentation, hygiene, and time; and the ability to efficiently prioritise and complete delegated tasks under instruction.
Learning
Identify personal strengths and weaknesses in the context of the job role and recognise how to personally learn best at work. Seek opportunities to learn new ways of doing things and implement changes within the context of salon procedures and wider industry product and technical developments.
Technology
Use and maintain a range of salon technology; in the context of available equipment and salon procedures. Recognise and report faulty equipment and follow salon occupational health and safety procedures.
Due to the high proportion of electives required by this qualification, the industry/enterprise requirements described above for each Employability Skill are representative of the hairdressing industry in general and may not reflect specific job roles. Learning and assessment strategies for this qualification should be based on the requirements of the units of competency for this qualification.
Example core and elective unit selection WRH30109 Certificate III in Hairdressing
A learner who is employed or seeking employment in a salon offering hairdressing services and retailing home hair care products specifically for men could elect to undertake the following units:
Australian Apprenticeship Pathway
All 23 core units
AND
WRHHC307B Combine haircut structures for traditional and classic designs on men
A learner who is employed or seeking employment in a salon offering hairdressing services and retailing home hair care products for men and women could elect to undertake the following units:
