Certificate II in Salon Assistant
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Overview
QUALIFICATION NAME + COSTS
Certificate II in Salon Assistant
SHB20216
$3,600
Interest-free Payment Plans available
CAMPUSES AND STUDY MODE
Face-2-Face
Part-Time
Brisbane and Melbourne campuses
PRE-REQUISITES
- There are no formal entry requirements for this course
- Minimum age requirement of 15
DURATION
Part -Time
9 months (30 study weeks)
7.5 hours per week structured practical salon hours, additional 2.5 hours per week self study time
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This is a nationally recognised qualification SHB20216 Certificate II in Salon Assistant
- Ask about Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer options to reduce your study time and costs
- This course is taught at our Brisbane and Melbourne campus in our purpose built training salon and students will have access to learning materials online
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This is what it’s all about
Our Certificate II Salon Assistant course has been specifically designed to be the ultimate flexible program:
Learn to interact with clients and develop practical skills in our fully operational training salon open to the public. We will teach you the fundamentals of the course under the guidance of our industry experts.
The course consists of 12 subject areas, providing students with the skills and knowledge to operate as a salon assistant in a commercial salon. We ensure you develop skills to work as a confident assistant in a salon.
You will developed practical skills completing a minimum of 165 practical hours at the AACM professional training salon.
AACM is affiliated with a variety of professional brands to ensure broad exposure to product ranges. Professional equipment will be provided in the salon to ensure you can perform all services and treatments embedded in this course.
This is what you get
- All in class learning materials and all consumables, no hidden costs
- Access to our online learning portal for all your digital learning resources
- AACM is affiliated with De Lorenzo, the pioneers in the Australian hairdressing industry. De Lorenzo is an Australian made, family owned professional hair care company with a strong commitment to environmental responsibility. You will have access to a broad range of De Lorenzo education resources
- AACM is affiliated with MUK. MUK is a born and bred Australian owned professional haircare brand. MUK is a true leader in the market, not tested on animals and committed to product performance.
- An AACM uniform t-shirt
- On successful completion you will receive a Statement of Attainment and your nationally recognised qualification certificate
The Certificate II in Salon Assistant provides you a pathway to work as a hairdresser in any industry environment, usually a salon
This is a preparatory qualification which provides a defined and limited range of basic skills and knowledge used in hairdressing salons by junior salon staff who provide assistance with client services. These routine and repetitive tasks are completed under direct supervision and with guidance from hairdressers who manage the client service.
The combined skills and knowledge do not provide for a job outcome as a hairdresser and this qualification is intended to prepare individuals for further training.
Start any time with our flexible delivery option. You will spend 7.5 hours per week in AACM’s training salon and approx. 2.5 hours per week studying at your own pace the theory elements of the course. You will have full access to our online learning platform to ensure you can study when and where it suits you.
You must complete a minimum of 165 salon hours to meet the practical component of this course.
The Certificate 2 in Salon Assistance is structured to suit school based learners, offering a flexible and supportive learning environment. Participating in VET can provide credit points to the attainment of a Queensland Certificate of Education, and/or attainment of a nationally recognised VET qualification. It can also support young people’s transitions to employment, vocational and higher education pathways. Please contact us for more information on studying this Certificate course while at school.
Benefits of participating in VET include:
- obtaining practical skills based experience.
- gaining familiarity on how workplaces operate.
- developing employability skills.
- developing and improving interpersonal skills.
- allowing students to explore the potential career path they would like to pursue
Plan your VET studies and QCE points using the QCE PLANNER. Select “Add Learning” and search for “VETE Courses” and the course code such as “ SHB20216”
This is what you will learn
The Certificate II Salon Assistant includes core subjects that have been chosen to set students up for the practical skills required to work as a salon assistant. The subjects have been chosen to reflect industry standards and graduates are more employable with these valuable skills. This is a preparatory qualification which provides a defined and limited range of basic skills and knowledge used in hairdressing salons by junior salon staff who provide assistance with client services. These routine and repetitive tasks are completed under direct supervision and with guidance from hairdressers who manage the client service.
The combined skills and knowledge do not provide for a job outcome as a hairdresser and this qualification is intended to prepare you for further training.
- Greet and prepare clients
- Shampoo and basin services
- Drying hair to shape
- Retail selling
- Provide head neck and shoulder massage
- Apply hair colour products
- Braid Hair
- Present merchandising and retail stock
- Team communication
- Organisational requirements for hairdressing
- Industry insights
To achieve the Certificate II Salon Assistant, a total of 12 units must be completed. These units have been selected in consultation with industry and in accordance with the Training Package rules of this qualification. For more information about the course recognition please visit training.gov.au. Please note that we may alter the unit selection from time to time to meet industry expectations and stay with the pulse of time.
| BSBWHS201 | Contribute to health and safety of self and others |
| SHBHBAS001 | Provide shampoo and basin services |
| SHBHDES001 | Dry hair to shape |
| SHBHIND001 | Maintain and organise tools, equipment and work areas |
| SHBXCCS001 | Conduct salon financial transactions |
| SHBXCCS003 | Greet and prepare clients for salon services |
| SHBXIND001 | Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment |
| SHBXIND002 | Communicate as part of a salon team |
| SHBHBAS002 | Provide head, neck and shoulder massages for relaxation |
| SHBHCLS001 | Apply hair colour products |
| SHBHDES002 | Braid hair |
| SIRXSLS001 | Sell to the retail customer |
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Your Payment Options
The interest free payment option for you paying your course off while you are studying. After deducting any applicable enrolment deposit from the total course fees, you can opt to pay in weekly, fortnightly or monthly instalments. Our standard payment plans are designed to pay off your course fees over the duration of your course so you can graduate debt free.
The Certificate II in Salon Assistant is for students aiming to enter the hairdressing services industry and is funded by the Queensland Governments under the Certificate 3 Guarantee program available for eligible applicants.
You may receive a subsidy towards your certificate II qualification if you:
- Are assessed as a disadvantaged learner that faces barriers to training participation and requires additional support prior to enrolment in a certificate III vocational qualification
- Are 15 years or older and no longer in school
- Living in Queensland full time
- Are an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident, or temporary resident with the necessary visa or work permits
- And don’t currently have (or are enrolled in) a certificate 3 or higher level qualification.
Non-concessional fees:
If you are eligible, you will pay the following student co-contribution fee towards your course fees:
| Per subject | Number of subjects | Total student co-contribution | Deposit | Remaining student co-contribution |
| $133.33 | 12 | $1 600 | $120 | $ 1 480 |
The student co-contribution of $1 600 can be paid in 30 weekly installments of $53.33 each.
Concessional fees:
If you are eligible, you will pay the following student co-contribution fee towards your course fees:
| Per subject | Number of subjects | Total student co-contribution | Deposit | Remaining student co-contribution |
| $91.66 | 12 | $1 100 | $120 | $980 |
The student co-contribution of $1 100 can be paid in 30 weekly instalments of $36.66 each.
For more information visit:
Queensland Government Certificate 3 Guarantee
What our students and graduates say about us
Small class sizes and wonderful teachers who are very supportive with assessments and willing to spend time with us to perfect things. Already had job opportunities through this course… I feel like they really want us to succeed.
Sally W, Graduate
We have great teachers who are still working in the field that know updated information and are passionate about what they do and helping us along the way and make it fun! Doing this course is the best decision I ever made, coming here twice a week is the highlight of my week.
Chelsee J, Student
I moved from Perth (to Brisbane) just so I could specifically study at this school. I haven’t regretted any of it; I’ve gained some great friends and have had so many great opportunities so far, I can’t wait for the next ones.
Megan S, Student
Key Dates
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Start any time
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Online learning
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Start any time by diving into your online learning materials straight away. Learn at your own pace using our online learning management system on your mobile, tablet or desktop computer.
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On-campus training salon days
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Every Tuesday and Wednesday
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Commencement Date
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Start any time
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Online learning
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Start any time by diving into your online learning materials straight away. Learn at your own pace using our online learning management system on your mobile, tablet or desktop computer.
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On-campus training salon days
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Every Thursday and Friday
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Course Recognition
As a Registered Training Organisation under ASQA (RTO 31527), our certificate and diploma level courses are nationally recognized qualifications, which are issued to students after successful completion of a course. The programs are structured in line with National Training Packages, for more information about us and our courses please visit training.gov.au. For more information about our regulatory body, please visit ASQA.
Some short courses offered from time to time may not be recognized courses. Please visit the relevant course pages on our webpage to find our more or contact us to clarify.
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