New Zealand Certificate in Salon Skills (Introductory) (Level 2)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 2 |
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About the course
*This course is pending approval and is planned for February 2027 at our Windermere Campus in Tauranga.
Turn your passion for style, creativity, and helping people feel their best into a future career. The New Zealand Certificate in Salon Skills (Introductory) (Level 2) is the perfect starting point for anyone wanting to explore the exciting worlds of hairdressing, barbering, and beauty while gaining the confidence and skills to take the next step.
In this hands-on course, you'll learn in a salon environment and develop practical skills in client care, customer service, communication, personal presentation, health and safety, and professional salon practices. You'll also build workplace-ready skills such as teamwork, career planning, and industry knowledge, giving you a strong foundation for future study and employment.
Whether you're leaving school, exploring career options, or looking for a fresh start, this qualification can open the door to further study in Hairdressing, Barbering, Skin Care and Cosmetics, or Beauty Therapy.
Start your journey with Toi Ohomai and discover how your passion for hair, beauty, and grooming can become a rewarding career.
Upon successfully completing the requirements you'll receive the award of:
New Zealand Certificate in Salon Skills (Introductory) (Level 2)
Entry requirements
- Open entry
- No previous hairdressing, barbering, or beauty experience required
- Applicants should be motivated to learn in a practical salon environment and committed to regular attendance and participation
*This course is not available to international students.
About the provider
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology is the largest tertiary provider in the Bay of Plenty and the third largest institute of technology in New Zealand. We are home to more than 14,000 students, more than 1,000 staff, and we offer more than 150 study options ranging from certificate to post-graduate level.