- Location
Dunedin - at Otago Polytechnic's hairdressing training salon (Corner of St Andrew Street and Great King Street). You must also complete a compulsory 90 hour work placement.
- Duration
- One year full-time
- Delivery
Blended - directed, practical training in our salon plus work experience hours and student-managed learning
- Credits
- 120
- Level
- 4
- Start
- February
- Apply
- until start date
Equivalent to the second year of a hairdressing apprenticeship
You must have completed the New Zealand Certificate in Hairdressing (Salon Support) (Level 3), or an equivalent qualification, before progressing into this qualification.
During this programme, you will gain the up-to-date skills that are in demand in the commercial salon environment and build your portfolio throughout the year.
You will study in our on-site hair salon and work with real clients to advance your cutting, consultation, colouring and styling techniques. This programme also includes a compulsory 90 hour work placement. You will graduate with the ability to enter directly into the third year of your apprenticeship in industry.
Entry requirements
- We prefer that you have completed our New Zealand Certificate in Hairdressing (Salon Support) (Level 3) or an equivalent qualification.
- Applications from mature students (over 20) are welcome.
- International students will be individually assessed to ensure you are ready for this study.
- If English is not your first language, you must demonstrate English language skills equivalent to an IELTS overall band score (academic) of 5.5, with no band score less than 5.5.
Please note: this programme is subject to minimum numbers.
Additional documentation
You must supply certified copies of proof of identity and proof of residency (where appropriate).
Additional costs
- Textbook
- Some equipment.
You will study
| Course name | Course content |
| Complex styling | Blow waving Setting Long hair work Fingerwaving |
| Hair cutting | Razor and scissor cutting |
| Chemical reformation | Permanent waving Straightening of the hair |
| Colouring techniques | Full head weaving to highlight hair Permanent colouring Midway colouring |
| Hair and scalp treatments | In-depth consultation and analysis |
| Salon knowledge and skills | Hair and scalp conditions Corrective treatments Money matters om a salon environment |
Your workload
- Face-to-face hours = Monday, Wednesday and Thursday (9.00am-4.00pm)
- Teacher directed hours = 11.5 per week
- Self-directed hours = 4.25 per week
- Compulsory work placement = 90 hours
Student loans and allowances
Student loans and allowances are for domestic students only. For information about student loans and allowances please visit the Studylink website. It is important to apply for your student loan/allowance at the same time as you apply for this programme, due to the length of time Studylink take to process. Loan/allowance applications can be cancelled at any time if you decide to withdraw your programme application or if it is unsuccessful.
Disclaimer
While every effort is made to ensure that this sheet is accurate, Otago Polytechnic reserves the right to amend, alter or withdraw any of the contained information. The fees shown in this document are indicative ONLY. Both domestic and international fees are subject to change and are dependent on the development and implementation of Government policies. Please note that additional fees may from time to time be required for external examination, NZQA fees and/or additional material fees.