New Zealand Certificate in Salon Skills (Introductory) (Level 2)

The purpose of this qualification is to provide people preparing to work in the barbering, beauty or hairdressing sectors with an overview of the working environment, career pathway opportunities, and the basic knowledge and skills required to undertake employment and/or further training in their chosen sector of the beauty services industry.

This qualification provides the barbering, beauty and hairdressing sectors with graduates who will understand the requirements and procedures of a salon, and will therefore be more attractive to salon employers than those with no formal training in salon skills. Graduates will be capable of operating at an entry level under general supervision.

This qualification is designed for people who may benefit from the opportunity to re-engage with the learning process, in preparation for entering a salon workplace or undertaking further training towards a salon career. It provides a salon-specific preparation for people who are not yet ready to enrol in a programme leading to a Level 3 or Level 4 qualification, giving them the confidence to continue training and/or seek employment within a salon.

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