SHB20216

Certificate II in Salon Assistant

Kick start your career in hairdressing with this pre-apprenticeship course. You'll gain the basic skills needed to work as a salon assistant.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Greater Brisbane Sunshine Coast Darling Downs and South West Wide Bay Burnett

WAYS TO STUDY On campus Apprenticeships and traineeships

WHAT YOU'LL PAY

Concession

$1,080

Subsidised

$1,600

Full Fee

$3,685

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Course overview

Embark upon a career as a hairdressing assistant with this pre-apprenticeship qualification. This course will give you the basic skills employers are looking for to establish a career as a salon assistant.

According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, hairdressing skills are in demand with employers finding it hard to fill vacancies. The industry is currently experiencing strong growth with more than 31,000 job openings expected over the next five years.

Our exceptional teaching teams maintain strong industry connections and keep up to date with the latest trends and styles. They are dedicated to passing on the basic knowledge and entry-level skills to help you build your career and progress on to further study. You'll learn how to greet and prepare clients for salon services, communication as part of a salon team, and how to perform basic salon duties like providing shampoo and basin services.

With this qualification you will have a better understanding of the industry and be well situated to enhance your skills through further study or an apprenticeship. Give yourself a competitive edge by learning how to break ground in a new career as a salon assistant.

What can I do?

Salon Assistant

Course outcome:

SHB20216 Certificate II in Salon Assistant

Industry Connections

At TAFE Queensland we maintain strong and relevant industry connections. Our teachers have their finger on the pulse and are equipped to guide you through your education to give you the ability to build a rewarding career within the hair and beauty world. Learn more >

Professional Learning Environments

TAFE Queensland believes in providing professional and real-world training environments. Learn from the best in fully operational hair and beauty salons that will give you experience in a busy workplace setting that employers trust.

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 4 elective units from the list below.

TAFE at School - Greater Brisbane
You will also be required to undertake 80 hours of vocational placement in an approved setting.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
BSBWHS201

Contribute to health and safety of self and others

UNIT CODE :
BSBWHS201

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work in a manner that is healthy and safe in relation to self and others and to respond to emergency incidents. It covers following work health and safety (WHS) and emergency procedures and instructions, implementing WHS requirements and participating in WHS consultative processes.
UNIT NAME
Contribute to health and safety of self and others

UNIT CODE
SHBHBAS001

Provide shampoo and basin services

UNIT CODE :
SHBHBAS001

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to complete a range of hair services provided at the basin area including pre-service shampoos and treatments, and post treatment removal of residual colour and lightening products.
UNIT NAME
Provide shampoo and basin services

UNIT CODE
SHBHDES001

Dry hair to shape

UNIT CODE :
SHBHDES001

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use a variety of styling tools to dry hair to shape after services completed by hairdressers or barbers in the salon team.
UNIT NAME
Dry hair to shape

UNIT CODE
SHBHIND001

Maintain and organise tools, equipment and work areas

UNIT CODE :
SHBHIND001

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to maintain, organise and clean tools, equipment and work areas to ensure a clean and tidy client environment and the hygienic and safe provision of hair services.
UNIT NAME
Maintain and organise tools, equipment and work areas

UNIT CODE
SHBXCCS001

Conduct salon financial transactions

UNIT CODE :
SHBXCCS001

Unit description :

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to conduct financial transactions for the sale of products and services within a personal services environment.
UNIT NAME
Conduct salon financial transactions

UNIT CODE
SHBXCCS003

Greet and prepare clients for salon services

UNIT CODE :
SHBXCCS003

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to meet, greet and prepare clients for a range of beauty treatments, hairdressing or barbering services.
UNIT NAME
Greet and prepare clients for salon services

UNIT CODE
SHBXIND001

Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment

UNIT CODE :
SHBXIND001

Unit description :

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work in a personal services environment by integrating knowledge of workplace rights and responsibilities and organisational policies and procedures, and by using effective team and individual work practices to plan and organise daily work activities.
UNIT NAME
Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment

UNIT CODE
SHBXIND002

Communicate as part of a salon team

UNIT CODE :
SHBXIND002

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work as part of a team in a salon or retail cosmetics environment. It requires the ability to communicate with colleagues and senior staff and actively participate in a team work environment.
UNIT NAME
Communicate as part of a salon team

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

North and Far North Queensland / Wide Bay Burnett / Sunshine Coast / Darling Downs and South West

North and Far North Queensland / Wide Bay Burnett / Sunshine Coast / Darling Downs and South West

UNIT CODE
SHBHBAS002

Provide head, neck and shoulder massages for relaxation

UNIT CODE :
SHBHBAS002

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide relaxing head, neck and shoulder massages prior to other hair services. It requires the ability to use a basic range of massage techniques.
UNIT NAME
Provide head, neck and shoulder massages for relaxation

UNIT CODE
SHBHDES002

Braid hair

UNIT CODE :
SHBHDES002

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes skills and knowledge required to complete full or partial braiding finishes to hair as quick service designs.
UNIT NAME
Braid hair

UNIT CODE
SHBHIND002

Research and use hairdressing industry information

UNIT CODE :
SHBHIND002

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify appropriate information sources and to research, develop and maintain knowledge which underpins effective performance of all hairdressing or barbering sales and service activities.
UNIT NAME
Research and use hairdressing industry information

UNIT CODE
SHBXCCS004

Recommend products and services

UNIT CODE :
SHBXCCS004

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop and update knowledge of the organisationâ€™s product and service range and to recommend products and services suited to customer needs. Products and services will vary according to the particular business type but can include any from a hair, barbering, beauty or cosmetics range.
UNIT NAME
Recommend products and services

Greater Brisbane

Greater Brisbane

UNIT CODE
SHBHIND002

Research and use hairdressing industry information

UNIT CODE :
SHBHIND002

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify appropriate information sources and to research, develop and maintain knowledge which underpins effective performance of all hairdressing or barbering sales and service activities.
UNIT NAME
Research and use hairdressing industry information

UNIT CODE
SHBHBAS002

Provide head, neck and shoulder massages for relaxation

UNIT CODE :
SHBHBAS002

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide relaxing head, neck and shoulder massages prior to other hair services. It requires the ability to use a basic range of massage techniques.
UNIT NAME
Provide head, neck and shoulder massages for relaxation

UNIT CODE
SHBHDES002

Braid hair

UNIT CODE :
SHBHDES002

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes skills and knowledge required to complete full or partial braiding finishes to hair as quick service designs.
UNIT NAME
Braid hair

UNIT CODE
SIRRINV001

Receive and handle retail stock

UNIT CODE :
SIRRINV001

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to receive and store retail stock. It requires the ability to check stock quality and quantity against order requirements; store or present stock correctly; and maintain cleanliness of stock-handling areas.
UNIT NAME
Receive and handle retail stock

Gold Coast

Gold Coast

UNIT CODE
SHBHBAS002

Provide head, neck and shoulder massages for relaxation

UNIT CODE :
SHBHBAS002

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide relaxing head, neck and shoulder massages prior to other hair services. It requires the ability to use a basic range of massage techniques.
UNIT NAME
Provide head, neck and shoulder massages for relaxation

UNIT CODE
SHBHDES002

Braid hair

UNIT CODE :
SHBHDES002

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes skills and knowledge required to complete full or partial braiding finishes to hair as quick service designs.
UNIT NAME
Braid hair

UNIT CODE
SHBHIND002

Research and use hairdressing industry information

UNIT CODE :
SHBHIND002

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify appropriate information sources and to research, develop and maintain knowledge which underpins effective performance of all hairdressing or barbering sales and service activities.
UNIT NAME
Research and use hairdressing industry information

UNIT CODE
SIRRMER001

Produce visual merchandise displays

UNIT CODE :
SIRRMER001

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to display retail merchandise. It requires the ability to prepare, produce and maintain merchandise displays in accordance with visual merchandising requirements.
UNIT NAME
Produce visual merchandise displays

Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.

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At TAFE Queensland, we understand that employers need options and flexibility in employee training. We are committed to delivering the flexible training plans you need to get the job done. Choose from workplace training, block training, drop in days, mobile training, day release, or a mix of all these options. Learn more

You must already be employed to enrol as an apprentice or trainee with TAFE Queensland. Speak to your employer about choosing TAFE Queensland as your Supervising Registered Training Organisation (SRTO).

Costs:

Eligible apprentices and trainees that meet the Queensland state funding requirements will be charged a set fee per nominal hour. These fees are calculated at a regulated rate of $1.60 per nominal hour. Concession rates apply for students who hold a current Health Care Card or who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Non-funded apprentices and trainees will be charged a fee for service cost. These will be confirmed prior to the commencement of training.
Information regarding costs will be outlined on the agreed training plan, which will be provided to the employer and apprentice or trainee at time of induction.

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Certificate II in Salon Assistant (SHB20216)

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Certificate II in Salon Assistant

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Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help.

See if you qualify for a subsidy

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help.

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

It is highly recommended that students:-

have completed year 10 or are 16 years of age or above.
have sound literacy and numeracy skills.

Resources required

It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.

You are responsible for meeting the minimum standard of dress. This includes having access to and wearing a black shirt, black pants or skirt (accompanied by black stockings or leggings), and enclosed, non-slip soled shoes. You may also be required to purchase TAFE Queensland branded uniform items. More details will be provided after enrolment or during orientation.

Robina campus
The Robina campus will be a BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) campus for general learning. Students are able to access discounted pricing for device purchases via JB Hi-Fi. TAFE Queensland will have some portable devices available for short term loan and there will also be a limited number of desktop computers located on-site that students will be able to access. For all the details visit the BYOD page on our website.

Placement

TAFE at School - Greater Brisbane
Vocational placement is part of the course with a total of 80 hours to be completed over 4 terms.

The hours will need to be completed outside of timetabled hours and in your own time in the school holidays, Saturdays or a negotiated convenient time that suits both the employer and the student.

Successful completion of the placement has the potential to lead to an apprenticeship in SHB30416 Cert III Hairdressing and SHB30516 Cert III Barbering.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

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How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online.

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

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Certificate II in Salon Assistant

Course overview

What can I do?

Course outcome:

Industry Connections

Professional Learning Environments

Core units

Elective units

Download Brochure

Ask a question

Certificate II in Salon Assistant

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

See if you qualify for a subsidy

Payment plan

Upfront payment

Entry requirements

Selection criteria

Resources required

Placement

Assessment methods

Pathways

University pathways

How to apply

Direct application

Course disclaimer

Prior Experience

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Certificate III in Beauty Services

Careers

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Careers

Certificate III in Barbering

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