3911 Hairdressers

Hairdressers cut, style, colour, straighten and permanently wave hair, and treat hair and scalp conditions.

Indicative Skill Level:

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

  • AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

    At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

    Tasks Include:

    • providing advice on hair care, beauty products and hairstyles
    • shampooing hair and conditioning scalps
    • colouring, straightening and permanently waving hair with chemical solutions
    • cutting hair with scissors, clippers and razors
    • styling hair into dreadlocks and braids and adding hair extensions
    • shaving and trimming beards and moustaches
    • cleaning work areas and sanitising instruments
    • arranging appointments and collecting payments
    • may clean, colour, cut and style wigs and hairpieces

    Occupation:

    • 391111 Hairdresser

    391111 Hairdresser

    Cuts, styles, colours, straightens and permanently waves hair, and treats hair and scalp conditions.

    Skill Level: 3

    Specialisation:

    • Barber