391111 HAIRDRESSER
Cuts, styles, colours, straightens and permanently waves hair, and treats hair and scalp conditions.
Skill Level: 3
Specialisation: Barber
Indicative Skill Level:
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: NZ Register 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.
Tasks Include:
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Providing advice on hair care, beauty products and hairstyles
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Shampooing hair and conditioning scalps
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Colouring, straightening and permanently waving hair with chemical solutions
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Cutting hair with scissors, clippers and razors
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Styling hair into dreadlocks and braids and adding hair extensions
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Shaving and trimming beards and moustaches
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Cleaning work areas and sanitising instruments
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Arranging appointments and collecting payments
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May clean, colour, cut and style wigs and hairpieces