Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Otago PolytechnicNew Zealand Certificate in Hairdressing (Level 3)
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Certificate
Duration
1 year
Next start date
Expected Feb 2027
Campus
Dunedin Campus
Summary
Want to be a hairdresser? This is the perfect first step. You'll learn a wide range of basic techniques from experienced hairdressers in a real salon setting. This programme is ideal for those wanting to gain confidence and to learn foundational skills in a low-pressure environment.
About the programmeHairdressing is an exciting and creative career that allows you to express yourself! Hairdressing skills are highly transferable and always needed, so you can get a job anywhere in the world.
Our passionate tutors have a rapport with the industry and this connection and involvement with local businesses has resulted in students gaining employment and apprenticeships. Our training salon is set up to represent a real-world working salon.
This will enable you to gain hands-on experience with clients and to build your skills and knowledge in a supportive and realistic environment. This will be further added to during your off-site work experience.
We have regular visits from industry professionals ensuring you are up-to-date with current information about hairdressing technologies, trends and products. These visits also give an insight into the qualities and skills that potential employers are seeking.
Entry criteria
Academic requirementsOpen entry.
International students will be individually assessed to ensure they are ready for this study.
English Language requirementsIf English is not your first language, you must provide: New Zealand University Entrance, OR Overall Academic or General IELTS 5.0 with no individual band score lower than 5.0 (achieved in one test completed in the last two years), OR Acceptable alternative evidence of the required IELTS (see here for internationally recognised proficiency tests and proficiency outcomes for international students).
If you need to improve your English Language skills, we offer a wide range of English programmes.
This programme is run subject to minimum numbers.
Please note: The hairdressing industry is a physically demanding environment.
Please make sure you feel comfortable entering into this industry.
We might invite you for a chat with the Programme Coordinator as part of our application process.
This might be a phone call, an informal meeting or attendance at an Information Night.
We just want to make sure all applicants are aware of the physical requirements of this programme.
Selection processYou may be asked to have an interview with the Programme Coordinator.
This interview may be a phone call, a meeting or attendance at an information night.
Please be aware that you'll also need to have the physical fitness to withstand the demands of the hairdressing industry.
All applicants who fulfil the entry requirements will be accepted onto the programme until maximum learner numbers are reached.
Pathways to this programme New Zealand Certificate in Salon Skills (Level 2) New Zealand Certificate in Foundation Skills (Level 2)
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