New Zealand Certificate in Hairdressing

Summary

Train towards a career in the hairdressing industry with the UCOL New Zealand Certificate in Hairdressing.

Quick info

Level: 3

Locations: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North, UCOL Whanganui, UCOL Wairarapa in Masterton

Duration: 1 year full-time (40 weeks)

Dates:
Palmerston North
23 Feb 2026 – 27 Nov 2026

Whanganui
23 Feb 2026 - 27 Nov 2026

Materton
14 Jul 2025 - 10 April 2026
23 Feb 2026 - 27 Nov 2026

Domestic Fees: *
$11,306.00

Scholarship info

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International Fees:*
$27,300.00

Additional Fees

Compulsory course costs may apply.

* Fees are indicative only, and are inclusive of the student services levy and GST (goods and services tax). The fee shown is for one year of study.

Need Some Advice?Apply NowPDFEnrolment Guide and Form - Domestic StudentsDownload the Enrolment Guide and Form - Domestic Students.Get a start in hairdressing with the UCOL New Zealand Certificate in Hairdressing. You'll learn skills such as reception duties, shampooing, applying treatments or colours, hairstyling and cutting techniques. You'll gain real-world experience in our on-site campus salons, where you'll develop skills and work on clients, performing hairdressing treatments with the support of your kaimahi (lecturer), and build confidence in your hairdressing skills. We have a strong culture of teamwork and applied learning.