Certificate IV in Hairdressing

(Course Code WRH40109 / CRICOS Code 063573G)

Course Aims
The Certificate IV in Hairdressing has been designed to expand the
development of the complex technical skills and knowledge of
hairdressing practitioners.
Likely functions in the hairdressing industry for those who achieve this
qualification may include employment as a highly skilled hairdresser,
working as part of a salon team or coordinating a salon team; a
technical adviser with a hairdressing products company; or
independently as a freelance session stylist. Functions at this level
include the self-directed application of a broad range of knowledge and
skills and the provision of technical leadership, training and support to
colleagues. A hairdresser at this level may provide specialist services,
including hair cutting, hair design, hair colouring, complex colour
correction, hair extensions, chemical reformation, trichology and
make-up application.

Course Structure
Participants need to complete eleven (11) units of competency,
consisting of:
Seven (7) core units
Four (4) elective units from the elective unit list

WRHCL305A Perform on scalp full head and re-touch bleach services
WRHCL406A Solve complex colour problems
WRHHC410A Design and perform creative haircuts
WRHHD304A Design and apply long hair design finishes
WRHHD406A Work as a session stylist
SIRXMGT001A Coordinate work teams
SIRXOHS002A Maintain store safety

Elective Units
WRBCS513B Investigate new products and services
SIRXMER005A Create a display
BSBSMB404A Undertake small business planning
BSBWOR402A Promote team effectiveness

Prerequisites:
Successful completion of Year 11 or equivalent AND;

Certificate IV requires successful completion of Certificate III in Hairdressing;

International students: English language skills at least equivalent to
IELTS 5.5 OR IELTS 5.0 with maximum 20 weeks ELICOS course OR
Advanced level at Ozford English Language Centre

Modes of Study
Face to face delivery

Teaching and Learning Strategies

hands-on practice
Formal presentations
Lectures
Discussion groups
Research assignments

Assessment Methods
The achievement of competence will be assessed by a range of methods
aiming at maximum flexibility and customization to address specific
needs and learning situations

Observations of ongoing activities in class

Short formal and informal tests

Presentation of portfolios

Role-plays

Observation of group discussion

Requirements to Receive the Qualification
Students are required to successfully complete all units of competencies for this qualification.

Duration
Full-time 1.5 years or 6 Months after completion of Certificate III in Hairdressing.

2011 Intakes
Term1: 13/02/2012 - 15/02/2012
Term2: 30/04/2012 - 01/07/2012
Term3: 16/07/2012 - 16/09/2012
Term4: 01/10/2012 - 02/12/2012

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