Modification History
The release details of this endorsed qualification are set out in the table below. The latest information is at the top.
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Release |
Comments |
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Metadata corrections. Editorial update to Pathways Information. |
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Initial release. |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of highly skilled senior hairdressers who develop complex technical skills and knowledge working as part of or coordinating a salon team. It includes senior hairdressers who work as technical advisers with a hairdressing products company; or independently as a freelance session stylist. Functions at this level include the self-directed application of a broad range of knowledge and skills and the provision of technical leadership, training and support to colleagues. A hairdresser at this level may provide specialist services, including haircutting, hair design, hair colouring, complex colour correction, hair extensions, chemical reformation, trichology and makeup application.
This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.
Job roles
Senior hairdresser
Pathways Information
After achieving SIH40111 Certificate IV in Hairdressing individuals may undertake:
- SIB50210 Diploma of Salon Management
- SIH80113 Graduate Certificate in Hairdressing Creative Leadership.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Entry Requirements
The Certificate IV in Hairdressing is designed to build on the foundation skills acquired through the completion of the Certificate III in Hairdressing or equivalent.
Entry to this qualification is open to those who have vocational expertise in the hairdressing industry.
Vocational expertise must include a minimum of 2 of the 3 points below:
- experience as an operator in a commercially run salon
- provision of cutting, styling and chemical services
- establishment of a clientele base
Employability Skills Summary
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The following table contains a summary of the Employability Skills as identified by the hairdressing industry for this qualification. The Employability Skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options. |
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Employability Skill |
Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include: |
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Communication |
Using questioning and active listening to ascertain and respond to client needs to ensure clients enjoy a positive experience that reflects salon values; negotiating responsively with client to suggest new looks, products and services and to ensure and confirm client satisfaction; giving clear instructions to apprentices and other team members; listening to and carrying out verbal instructions from other team members and supervisors; reading and interpreting product and equipment manufacturer instructions and other work related documents; completing written workplace forms; sharing work-related information with other team members. |
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Teamwork |
Working collaboratively with other team members; supporting the team; respecting and understanding others views and giving and receiving feedback; sharing technical expertise and acting as a mentor and trouble shooter for less experienced team members. |
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Problem-solving |
Demonstrating sensitivity to client needs and concerns; anticipating problems and acting to avoid them where possible; solving technical hairdressing and service problems independently; providing technical problem solving and leadership to other hairdressers. |
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Initiative and enterprise |
Acting independently as freelance session stylist or within the context of a salon team or manufacturers technical team structure; regularly suggesting new hairdressing design, service and product ideas to clients. |
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Planning and organising |
Using a broad range of products and equipment to plan and carry out complex technical hairdressing and hair design services. |
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Self-management |
Understanding and following workplace policies regarding work availability, rosters and work duties; working effectively within a team culture by practising inclusive behaviour, effective management of personal presentation, hygiene, and time; efficiently and independently prioritising and completing technical tasks. |
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Learning |
Identifying personal strengths and weaknesses in the context of the job role; recognising how to personally develop as a hairdressing technical leader; consistently seeking opportunities to learn new ways of doing things; implementing changes within the specific hairdressing job role and wider industry product and technical developments. |
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Technology |
Seeking, using and maintaining a range of hairdressing and small business technology in the context of available equipment and salon procedures; recognising and reporting faulty equipment and following salon occupational health and safety procedures. |
Packaging Rules
11 units must be completed:
- 2 core units
- 9 elective units:
- a minimum of 4 units must be selected from Group A Hairdressing technical skill electives
- the remaining units may be selected from the Group B General elective units or another endorsed Training Package or accredited course; these must be units which are first packaged at AQF level 4 or 5.
In all cases selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the characteristics of this qualification (as per the AQF descriptors).
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Core units |
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SIHHTLS401A |
Provide technical leadership within the hairdressing context |
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SIHHTLS402A |
Research and utilise hairdressing trends to advance creative work |
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Elective units |
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Group A – Hairdressing technical skills |
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SIHHCLS406A |
Solve complex colour problems |
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SIHHCLS407A |
Apply creative colouring and lightening techniques to enhance hair designs |
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SIHHHCS306A |
Combine structures for current haircut designs |
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SIHHHCS410A |
Design and perform creative haircuts |
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SIHHHDS304A |
Design and apply classic long hair up styles |
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SIHHHDS305A |
Select and apply hair extensions |
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SIHHHDS406A |
Design and apply creative long hair designs |
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SIHHHDS407A |
Apply and maintain wigs and hairpieces |
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SIHHHDS408A |
Make wigs and hairpieces |
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SIHHHRS304A |
Perform protein straightening and relaxing treatments |
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SIHHHRS405A |
Apply chemical reformation techniques to enhance hair designs |
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Group B – General elective units |
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BSBMKG413A |
Promote products and services |
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SIBXFAS202A |
Design and apply make-up for photography |
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SIHHHSC403A |
Apply knowledge of hair and scalp problems to trichological consultations |
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SIHHHSC404A |
Perform trichological assessments |
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SIHHHSC405A |
Apply the principles of nutrition |
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SIHHHSC406A |
Develop and apply scalp treatment therapies |
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SIHHTLS403A |
Work as a session stylist |
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SIRXMGT001A |
Coordinate work teams |
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SIRXMGT003A |
Lead and manage people |
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SIRXQUA002A |
Lead a team to foster innovation |
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TAEDEL301A |
Provide work skill instruction |
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TAEDEL402A |
Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace |
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TAEASS401A |
Plan assessment activities and processes |
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TAEASS402A |
Assess competence |
