Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Hairdressing
Certificate IV in Hairdressing
WRH40109
S656
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 18/04/2011 | Current | Approved |
Description
The Certificate IV in Hairdressing has been designed to expand the development of the complex technical skills and knowledge of hairdressing practitioners.
Likely functions in the hairdressing industry for those who achieve this qualification may include employment as a highly skilled hairdresser, working as part of a salon team or coordinating a salon team; a technical adviser 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 make-up application.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve a Certificate IV in Hairdressing, 11 units must be completed comprising:- 7 core units, plus
- 4 elective units. At least 2 units may be selected from list outlined in the WRH40109 qualification outline or another endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
1. Core Units
All 7 units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S6154 | SIRXMGT001A | Coordinate work teams | 35 | Unit of competency |
| S4523 | WRHHD304A | Design and apply long hair design finishes | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S7129 | WRHHC410B | Design and perform creative haircuts | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S6169 | SIRXOHS002A | Maintain store safety | 35 | Unit of competency |
| S7120 | WRHCL305B | Perform on scalp full head and re-touch bleach services | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S7121 | WRHCL406B | Solve complex colour problems | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S7131 | WRHHD406B | Work as a session stylist | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
4 units to be completed
Note: The following outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification. Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S7124 | WRHCR404B | Apply chemical reformation techniques to enhance hair designs | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S4109 | WRBFS202B | Design and apply make-up | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S4110 | WRBFS203B | Design and apply make-up for photography | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S7130 | WRHHD405B | Select and apply hair extensions | 30 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S490 | WRH40106 | Certificate IV in Hairdressing | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D591 | SIH40111 | Certificate IV in Hairdressing | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of The Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR).
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the Training Package available from Australian Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9630 9836.
3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS by CD&R, Department of Training and Workforce Development on 25 Nov 2010.
Entry Requirements
Entry advice
Entry to this qualification is open to persons who can demonstrate competence in relevant units contained within the Certificate III in Hairdressing. Information regarding relevant units is listed under the heading Relationship Between Units commencing on page eight (8) of the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Language, literacy and numeracy advice
The National Reporting System informs the identification and description of underpinning English language, literacy and numeracy features and requirements within competency standards. The learner's language, literacy and numeracy levels are expected to be equivalent to Level 3 of the National Reporting System.
Reading and writing - a learner will be able to read, interpret and write a range of texts within a variety of contexts.
Oral communication - a learner will be able to use and respond to spoken language within a variety of contexts.
Numeracy and mathematics - a learner will be able to recognise and use a variety of conventions and symbols of formal mathematics.
WRH40109 Certificate IV in Hairdressing
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