Salon Assistant Courses in Canberra
Salon Assistants greet clients, provide hair treatments, manage appointments, and maintain salon cleanliness, requiring good communication and customer service skills.
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How do I become a Salon Assistant in Australian Capital Territory
Get qualified to work as a Salon Assistant in Canberra with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
SHB30416
Duration
8 months - 4 years
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Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
The Certificate III in Hairdressing (SHB30416) is the minimum qualification for professional hairdressers in Australia. Through practical training, you will learn how to wash, cut, style, and treat both men’s and women’s hair — as well as work in a contemporary salon. This extensive course covers: hair colours, lightening, braiding, bleaching and other chemical treatments.
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Duration
8 months - 4 years
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Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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SHB30516
Duration
12 weeks - 3 years
Study mode
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
Get the skills you need to work at a barber’s shop with the Certificate III in Barbering (SHB30516). It’s a nationally recognised qualification and completed over 12 months at a training centre that enables you to practice your skills. The course is hands-on and covers: shampoo and basin services, haircut design and technique, shaving heads and faces as well as merchandising and cash transactions. Enquire now for a list of study units and enrolment opportunities.
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Duration
12 weeks - 3 years
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Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
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SHB30121
Duration
3 weeks - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
A SHB30121 Certificate III in Beauty Services provides students with broad skills and knowledge for success in a range of beauty industry roles. You will gain practical beauty skills including nails, waxing, lash and brows and basic make-up, while also learning about customer service, client consulting and product selection. This course is a pathway to jobs as a nail technician, cosmetic assistant, beautician or make-up artist in a busy salon.
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Duration
3 weeks - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
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SHB30321
Duration
3 weeks - 14 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online
Become a qualified nail technician with the SHB30321 Certificate III in Nail Technology. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to deliver a full range of nail services including manicures, pedicures, acrylic nail enhancements, and nail art. You’ll graduate job-ready with the skills you need to sell beauty products, process transactions, communicate with customers, and keep the nail salon hygienic and clean. Enquire now for the full list of study units, nail service competencies, and ...
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Duration
3 weeks - 14 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online
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