Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Universal College of LearningNew Zealand Certificate in Hairdressing (Professional Stylist)
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Certificate
Duration
1 year and 40 weeks
Next start date
Expected Nov 2026
Campus
Palmerston North Campus
Summary
OverviewThis programme provides those with prior experience of hairstyling and colouring tasks and basic hair cutting techniques the opportunity to further develop their skills to become a professional hairstylist.
On successful completion, you’ll have the knowledge, skills, and attributes to provide integrated fashion services as a professional hairstylist capable of operating under broad guidance.
Learn about client consultation, diagnosis, care and advice. Complete cutting, styling, colouring, colour correction, and chemical reformation and learn how to manage multiple integrated client hairdressing services.
Entry criteria
Domestic Entry RequirementsApplicants must hold one of the following:
New Zealand Certificate in Hairdressing (Level 3);
Or
an equivalent qualification.
International Entry RequirementsIn addition to the Domestic Entry Requirements, the following applies to international learner applicants.
English language proficiency
International learner applicants whose first language is not English must have an IELTS Academic or General score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5 (or equivalent including TOEFL). IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form (i.e. combining scores from more than one test is not permissible).
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