New Zealand Certificate in Hairdressing (Professional Stylist) (Level 4)

Beauty & Personal Care

An intensive, practical Level 4 hairdressing certificate for aspiring professional stylists, focused on advanced cutting, colouring, styling, and client consultation within a supportive academy environment.

NZ$9,588

inc GST

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NZQA Level 4 Certification

Study Level

Entry

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In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

Servilles Academy, Auckland

It will take a total of 34 weeks

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Demonstrate advanced technical hairdressing skills

Ability to perform advanced cutting, colouring, and chemical services suitable for professional salon environments.

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Consult effectively with clients

Develop strong communication and consultation skills to enhance client experience and build a loyal clientele.

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Create innovative styles

Produce creative and contemporary hairstyles, including editorial and long hair styling for various client needs.

What You're Signing Up For

The New Zealand Certificate in Hairdressing (Professional Stylist) (Level 4) at Servilles Academy elevates your hairdressing skills from competent to exceptional. This 34-week program delivers advanced training in cutting, colouring, chemical services, and creative styling, as well as developing essential client communication abilities. Training takes place in a hands-on setting, including the onsite salon, and is designed to nurture technical talent and client-building skills, preparing students for successful careers as professional hair stylists.

Course Content

  • In-depth consultation skills
  • Advanced cutting techniques
  • Wet and dry styling
  • Razor and clipper cutting
  • Advanced chemical services
  • Creative cutting and colouring
  • Long hair and editorial styling

What you need to know first

Age 16 or over

Passion and desire to excel in the hairdressing industry

Suitability for the hairdressing industry (assessed during interview)

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Hair and Beauty

  • Personal Services

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Professional hair stylist

  • Salon stylist

  • Editorial stylist

  • Hairdressing salon assistant