Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Manukau Institute of Technology (MIT)New Zealand Certificate in Hairdressing (Level 3)
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Certificate
Duration
1 year and 3 days
Next start date
Expected Jul 2026
Campus
Ōtara campus
Summary
This course is designed for people with no prior knowledge or experience in hairdressing who wish to learn hairstyling and colouring skills, as well as basic hair-cutting techniques. Study just three days per week, giving you the flexibility to balance learning with work, family or other commitments while still gaining hands‑on, practical experience. When you graduate, you will have the knowledge, practical skills and attributes to contribute to the effective operation of a salon and perform limited salon and client services. Or you can further develop your hairdressing skills by continuing with our level 4 professional stylist programme. You may be required to complete literacy and numeracy assessments as part of this programme.
Entry criteria
Open Entry if the delegated authority at the campus/site is satisfied that the applicant has the capability to complete the requirements of the programme.
English language entry requirements
All applicants (international and domestic) for whom English or te reo Māori is not a first language need to provide evidence that they have the necessary English language proficiency required for the programme.
International applicants are required to have an IELTS score of 5 (general or academic) with no individual band lower than 5 from one test taken in the preceding two years, or an equivalent described in NZQA Rules.
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