Course Overview

This new DUAL certificate is an exciting NEW opportunity for students who desire a career in the hairdressing and beauty industries.  It offers the best of both worlds which can be very useful if you are a little undecided as to which industry might suit you best or if you want to work towards a career in both industries that naturally complement each other.

This course is suitable for both school leavers and candidates wanting a career change.

On successful completion of this dual certificate it gives students an entry level qualification into both industries.  Students can then choose to follow their chosen career paths within Hairdressing, Beauty or both with further study in Certificate III, IV or Diploma levels at GippsTAFE.

Qualifications And Recognition

Upon successful completion of this course students will be eligible to receive the Certificate II in Make-Up Services.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Many GippsTAFE courses offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Click to learn more about RPL and how it can benefit you.

Employment Prospects

Entry level Hairdressing and Beauty Salon Assistant.  Gives a pathway to further Certificate III, IV and Diploma qualifications within Hairdressing and Beauty.

Entry Requirements

Candidates must be a minimum of 15 years of age.
Year 10 pass is preferred.
All applicants will be required to attend an interview process.

How To Apply

Direct to Institute

Assessment

Practical demonstrations, practical demonstrations in simulated work conditions, problem solving, documents/folio, critical incident reports, journals, oral presentations, dvd/videos, case studies, projects, group projects, group discussions, excursions, work placement, written/practical assessments.

Opportunities For Further Study

• Certificate II in Nail Technology
• Certificate III in Beauty Services
• Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy (Traineeship mode only)
• Diploma of Beauty Therapy

(See Certificate II in Hairdressing for further pathways on this DUAL Certificate).

Can prospective students enrol in individual units?

No.

Course Structure

Unit Code	Unit Name
WRBCS201B	Conduct financial transactions
WRBCS202A	Apply techniques to update beauty industry knowledge
WRBCS203B	Provide service to clients
WRBFS201B	Demonstrate retail skin care products
WRBFS202B	Design and apply make-up
WRBFS203B	Design and apply make-up for photography
WRBFS204B	Design and apply remedial camouflage
WRRM1B	Merchandise products
WRRM2B	Perform routine housekeeping duties
WRRS1B	Sell products and services
WRRER2B	Coordinate work teams
WRRI1B	Perform stock control procedures