Hairdresser

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

• providing advice on hair care, beauty products and hairstyles
• shampooing hair and conditioning scalps
• colouring, straightening and permanently waving hair with chemical solutions
• cutting hair with scissors, clippers and razors
• styling hair into dreadlocks and braids and adding hair extensions
• shaving and trimming beards and moustaches
• cleaning work areas and sanitising instruments
• arranging appointments and collecting payments
• may clean, colour, cut and style wigs and hairpieces