Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Hairdressing
Certificate IV in Hairdressing
SIH40111
D591
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 19/08/2013 | Current | Replaced |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of highly skilled senior hairdressers who develop complex technical skills and knowledge working as part of or coordinating a salon team. It includes senior hairdressers who work as technical advisers with a hairdressing products company; or independently as a freelance session stylist. Functions at this level include the self-directed application of a broad range of knowledge and skills and the provision of technical leadership, training and support to colleagues. A hairdresser at this level may provide specialist services, including haircutting, hair design, hair colouring, complex colour correction, hair extensions, chemical reformation, trichology and makeup application.
This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.
Job roles
Senior hairdresser
Schedule
Packaging Rules
11 units must be completed:- 2 core units
- 9 elective units:
- a minimum of 4 units must be selected from Group A Hairdressing technical skill electives
- the remaining units may be selected from the Group B General elective units or another endorsed Training Package or accredited course; these must be units which are first packaged at AQF level 4 or 5.
In all cases selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the characteristics of this qualification (as per the AQF descriptors).
1. Core Units
Both (2) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D8724 | SIHHTLS401A | Provide technical leadership within the hairdressing context | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D8725 | SIHHTLS402A | Research and utilise hairdressing trends to advance creative work | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Hairdressing Technical Skills Elective Units
A minimum of four (4) units must be selected from Group A Hairdressing technical skill electives.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D8704 | SIHHHDS407A | Apply and maintain wigs and hairpieces | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D8710 | SIHHHRS405A | Apply chemical reformation techniques to enhance hair designs | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D8687 | SIHHCLS407A | Apply creative colouring and lightening techniques to enhance hair designs | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D8693 | SIHHHCS306A | Combine structures for current haircut designs | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D8701 | SIHHHDS304A | Design and apply classic long hair up styles | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D8703 | SIHHHDS406A | Design and apply creative long hair designs | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D8697 | SIHHHCS410A | Design and perform creative haircuts | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D8705 | SIHHHDS408A | Make wigs and hairpieces | 100 | Unit of competency |
| D8709 | SIHHHRS304A | Perform protein straightening and relaxing treatments | 15 | Unit of competency |
| D8702 | SIHHHDS305A | Select and apply hair extensions | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D8686 | SIHHCLS406A | Solve complex colour problems | 30 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B General Elective Units
The remaining units may be selected from the Group B General elective units.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S656 | WRH40109 | Certificate IV in Hairdressing | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAA4 | SHB40216 | Certificate IV in Hairdressing | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of DEEWR.
2. Further information on this training package is available via the national website Training.gov.au.
3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS on 28/11/2011.
Entry Requirements
The Certificate IV in Hairdressing is designed to build on the foundation skills acquired through the completion of the Certificate III in Hairdressing or equivalent.
Entry to this qualification is open to those who have vocational expertise in the hairdressing industry.
Vocational expertise must include a minimum of 2 of the 3 points below:
experience as an operator in a commercially run salon
provision of cutting, styling and chemical services
establishment of a clientele base
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
