New Zealand Certificate in Hairdressing (Advanced Cutting Skills)

The purpose of this qualification is to provide hairdressing salon owners and managers with individuals who can research cutting techniques and perform specialist cutting services in a hairdressing salon.

Graduates will benefit by gaining a credential that may provide further employment opportunities.

This qualification is part of a suite providing a pathway through to being qualified as a professional stylist and on to advanced specialisations in the hair industry.

This qualification is for qualified hairdressers working within the hairdressing industry who wish to gain skills and knowledge in presenting advanced hair cutting techniques.

Are you looking for a creative and rewarding profession? An apprenticeship with HITO is the smart way to get qualified in hairdressing, barbering or beauty therapy.

Completing an apprenticeship with HITO means you work with real clients and are trained by qualified industry professionals. You’ll learn all the practical skills you need to succeed in your chosen profession and gain valuable experience. The best part is you get paid to learn, as you’ll be paid a wage by your employer throughout the course of your apprenticeship.

To become a HITO hairdressing, barbering or beauty therapy apprentice, you must be fully employed in a salon, barbershop or clinic anywhere in New Zealand. Once you’re employed, you’re able to sign a training agreement with your employer and HITO.

HITO have Sales and Training Advisors across the country who will support your apprenticeship journey by visiting your workplace and providing you with training materials to support your learning and assessments.

Hairdressing, barbering, and beauty therapy apprentices have many opportunities to progress into senior roles. The communication, business and problem-solving skills they gain during their training prepare them for a range of careers in and outside of the hair and beauty industries.

Learn more at hito.org.nz/apprenticeships