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CERTIFICATE II IN SALON ASSISTANT
COURSE CODE: SHB20216  
 

Fed TAFE (RTO Code 4909)

What will you learn?

Set yourself up for a career in creating and styling in this entry level program that will let you explore the world of hair and beauty and to get a feel for the industry. You will learn the basics of shampoo and basin services, braids, apply colouring products, dry hair to shape, visual merchandising as well as developing your communication and customer service skills in our simulated workplace ‘Uni Style Salon’.

Study & Career Pathways

Possible study pathways

  • Certificate III in Hairdressing; Barbering; Beauty Services

  • Certificate IV in Hairdressing

  • Diploma of Beauty Therapy

Potential career paths

​Hairdresser; Barber; Salon assistant/receptionist; Beauty Therapist

Program Delivery

This program is a completion of the certificate over two years.

Location: Fed TAFE, Horsham

Contact: Wednesdays during school terms 9:20am to 3:20pm

Work Placement

A minimum of 40 hours work placement is recommended by the VCAA

Clothing & Equipment

Appropriate uniform, including footwear, must be worn each week with further information at Induction Day or in the Fed TAFE Student Handbook. Own laptop and USB to be brought to class each week

Materials Fee

Paid for by Department of Education for Government students. Independent and Catholic students to discuss with your school VET Co-ordinator

Program commencement is subject to enrolment numbers.

Accreditation 

Contribution towards VCE: VM 

A Certificate II or above VET course is mandatory for students studying VCE-VM. 180 nominal hours or above equals two VET credits

 

Contribution towards VPC

Every 90 nominal hours of VET equals one unit of credit

 

Contribution towards VCE

Recognition of up to four VCE VET units at Units 1 and 2 level

 

ATAR Contribution

No ATAR contribution

 

Scored Assessment: No

 

National Accreditation

 

This program is a completion of the certificate over two years.

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