This course offers a foundational introduction to the salon environment for Year 11–13 students, including industry practice, safety, image, client and salon support, communication skills, and preparation for employment. The programme enables students to earn NCEA credits and gain a New Zealand Certificate in Salon Skills (Introductory), with a focus on skills relevant to both hairdressing and beauty therapy roles. Delivered part-time while still at school, this qualification is ideal for those considering a career in the personal care industry or intending to pursue further study in this area.

Course Content

• Apply safe work practices in the workplace

• Personal presentation for a beauty salon or clinic

• Knowledge of current fashion trends and beauty therapy history

• Relevance of anatomy and physiology to beauty therapy

• Presenting a personal fashion image for hairdressing

• Client service and care in hairdressing or barbering

• Positive customer service in retail environments

• Protecting clients during hairdressing services

• Salon and client communication and interaction

• Knowledge of sustainability concepts for salons

• Assisting with client service and salon preparation

• Order and supplies management in salons

• Assisting operators in salon environments

• Product display in salons

• Knowledge of observing technical skills in salons

• Job search skills

• Team communication

• Career planning

• Budgeting and managing personal finances

• Organisational communication