Hairdressing Taster

Beauty & Personal Care

A course by

Wintec

A practical one-day workshop providing hands-on experience in hairdressing in a real salon environment, ideal for Year 11 and above students.

NZ$75

inc GST

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This course starts anytime


In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

The Hub, Rotokauri Campus, Hamilton

This course requires 6 hours per week

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Basic hairdressing skills

Students will gain practical experience in shampooing, conditioning, and styling long hair using salon-standard tools.

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Understanding salon environment

Students will understand the dynamics and physical demands of working in a commercial hairdressing salon.

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Insight into professional training

Students will learn about the Wintec Hairdressing programme and what professional training entails.

What You're Signing Up For

This one-day workshop offers students the opportunity to experience hairdressing in a real salon setting. Participants will shampoo, perform conditioning treatments, and style long hair using professional tools and equipment. The session provides practical, fun-filled hands-on experience and insight into Wintec's Hairdressing programme. The environment is high-energy and physically demanding, with capped numbers due to industry regulations. Students should wear comfortable clothing and enclosed footwear. Booking is through school careers advisors.

Course Content

  • Introduction to shampooing techniques
  • Performing conditioning treatments
  • Long hair styling using commercial salon tools and equipment
  • Overview of the Wintec Hairdressing programme
  • Health and safety considerations in salon work

What you need to know first

Year 11 and above

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Hospitality & Services

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Entry-level hairdressing assistant roles

  • Foundation for further hairdressing studies