This qualification will enable you to develop a culture of professionalism as well as provide you with key theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential to becoming a successful hairdresser. You will also be equipped with skills to set up and manage your own salon for a lifelong career in hairdressing. Compulsory work placement throughout the training allows for valuable early exposure to the workplace.

Curriculum:

• Business, Ethics and Health & Safety
• Communication and Sales
• Study of the hair and skin
• Shampooing, Conditioners and Treatment
• Hair Styling
• Colour Services
• Barbering
• Hair Cutting
• Chemical Hair Services

Duration:

• 3 years full time

Admission Requirements:

• Grade 9

Certification on successful completion:

• Trade Test (Ladies Caucasian, Afro & Gents)

Career Opportunities (dependent on experience and additional training acquired):

• Hairdresser / Hairstylist in a hair salon
• Hairdresser / Hairstylist on board cruise liners
• Sales representative
• Product trainer
• Facilitator
• Salon manager / owner

NB: This programme is offered at Parow Campus and funding is available.