Qualification Outline
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Certificate II in Hairdressing
Certificate II in Hairdressing
WRH20109
S654
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 18/04/2011 | Current | Approved |
Description
WRH20109 Certificate II in Hairdressing
The Certificate II in Hairdressing has been designed as a qualification for those persons providing general assistance in a hairdressing salon.
Likely functions in the hairdressing industry for those who achieve this qualification include working within clearly defined contexts and, under supervision, providing assistance to other operators. Functions at this level include performing a limited range of hairdressing tasks, interacting with customers and providing customer service, following workplace safety procedures, demonstrating effective hairdressing environment work practices, providing assistance to colleagues and developing hairdressing industry knowledge.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve a Certificate II in Hairdressing, 13 units must be completed comprising:- 9 core units, plus
- 4 elective units. At least 2 units may be selected from the list in the WRH20109 qualification outline or another endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
Note: WRHWP201A Assist colleagues providing multiple salon services as a team member is a compulsory elective in the group 3 to be selected by learners when undertaking this qualification via an institutional pathway; it is not applicable to learners undertaking an Australian Apprenticeship pathway, who will acquire these skills and knowledge in their salon.
1. Core Units
All nine units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S6168 | SIRXOHS001A | Apply safe working practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S6120 | SIRXCOM001A | Communicate in the workplace | 50 | Unit of competency |
| S4520 | WRHHD201A | Dry hair to shape | 35 | Unit of competency |
| S4506 | WRHCS205A | Follow personal health and safety routines at work | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S4505 | WRHCS204A | Maintain and organise work areas | 5 | Unit of competency |
| S7125 | WRHCS202B | Maintain tools and equipment | 5 | Unit of competency |
| S4507 | WRHCS206A | Perform head, neck and shoulder massage | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S4502 | WRHCS201A | Prepare clients for salon services | 10 | Unit of competency |
| S6140 | SIRXIND001A | Work effectively in a retail environment | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
4 units to be completed
Note: WRHWP201A Assist colleagues providing multiple salon services as a team member is a compulsory elective in the group 3 to be selected by learners when undertaking this qualification via an institutional pathway; it is not applicable to learners undertaking an Australian Apprenticeship pathway, who will acquire these skills and knowledge in their salon.
The following outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification. Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S4492 | WRHCL201A | Apply temporary hair colour and remove residual colour products | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S4508 | WRHCS207A | Develop hairdressing industry knowledge | 15 | Unit of competency |
| S4498 | WRHCR201A | Rinse and neutralise chemically curled or volumised hair | 50 | Unit of competency |
| S6191 | SIRXSLS001A | Sell products and services | 20 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S488 | WRH20106 | Certificate II in Hairdressing | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D589 | SIH20111 | Certificate II in Hairdressing | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of The Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR).
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the training Package available from TVET Australia Products Services, Tel: (03) 9832 8188.
3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS by the VET Teaching and Learning Directorate of the WA Department of Education and Training on 30 September 2009.
Entry Requirements
Entry advice
There are no pre-requisites for entry into this qualification.
Language, literacy and numeracy advice
The National Reporting System informs the identification and description of underpinning English language, literacy and numeracy features and requirements within competency standards. The learner's language, literacy and numeracy levels are expected to be equivalent to Level 2 of the National Reporting System.
Reading and writing - a learner will be able to read and comprehend a range of simple texts and write a range of short texts in a number of contexts which may be interrelated.
Oral communication - a learner will be able to use and respond to language around everyday subject matter which may include some unfamiliar aspects for a range of purposes in a number of contexts which may be interrelated.
Numeracy and mathematics - a learner will be able to deal easily with straightforward calculations either manually and/or using a calculator.
WRH20109 Certificate II in Hairdressing
Qualification requirements
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