Hairdressing Qualifications
HITO offers potential hairdressers, employers and those already qualified with a number of industry focused qualifications and training pathways.
Hairdressing Gateway
For those still at school and would like to taste a career in the hairdressing industry HITO has a tried and trusted hairdressing gateway programme. Every year schools and students take part in the programme.
National Certificate in Hairdressing (Salon Support)
The National Certificate in Hairdressing (Salon Support) is a qualification which takes 12 months to complete. Those on a HITO hairdressing apprenticeship automatically achieve this qualification after their first year.
National Certificate in Hairdressing (Professional Stylist)
The National Certificate in Hairdressing (Professional Stylist) is achieved after approximately 4 years as a HITO apprentice. To maintain the quality and industry relevance of this qualification, you can only achieve the final units for this qualification through HITO.
Qualification by Experience
For those already in the hairdressing industry and have current experience, HITO can offer a number of different personalised pathways to achieving a National Certificate without going through an apprenticeship.
International Recognition
Qualified hairdressers in New Zealand can now also benefit from an international certificate in hairdressing which is recognised across 5 major countries:
- New Zeland
- Australia
- Canada
- South Africa
- Europe (soon)
Postgraduate Qualifications
For those keen to continue their education and skills can now select further education. These programmes and qualifications are perfect for those who wish to progress into management and develop advanced skills and techniques.
- Train the Trainer Programme
- Advanced Hairdressing Programme
- National Certificate in Hairdressing (Advanced Cutting)
- National Certificate in Hairdressing (Advanced Colouring)
- National Certificate in Hairdressing (Managment)
