International Qualification
NZ Hairdressing Qualification Now Globally Recognised
Years of negotiations paid off in 2010 with the awarding of international certificates to some of New Zealand’s top hairdressers at a distinctly New Zealand graduation.
Amongst the inaugural recipients at the first international graduation ceremony were 2010 New Zealand Hairdresser of the Year Mana Dave, New Zealand Association of Registered Hairdressers President Ria Bond, and Ardita Rakovica and Joanne Twohill from multi-award winning salon Bettjeman’s.
HITO’s CEO Erica Cumming said that the presentation of the International Certificate represents the culmination of years of hard work and negotiation.
“HITO were a founding member of the International Professional Standards Network and over the last few years we have successfully worked with them to benchmark the National Certificate in Hairdressing Practice,” said Erica.
“This means that holders of the National Certificate in Hairdressing Practice who have at least one year experience as a senior operator can now have their skills and experience recognised in Australia, Canada, South Africa, England and the European Union”
“Having New Zealand’s premium hairdressing qualification internationally recognised is a great endorsement of training in our industry. It will directly benefit all nationally qualified stylists who want to further their career overseas.”
Mana Dave says the new International Certificate will help the industry be seen as more professional.
“The International Certification reinforces to clients that you’re a qualified professional. It shows clients that your training has been world-class,” says Mana.
Mana says that the International Certification represents a great opportunity for those who have recently qualified.
“The International Certification is great for someone who has got nationally qualified, got their hands dirty for a couple of years, and who wants to ply their trade internationally. It will give you instant credibility overseas,” says Mana.
WOULD YOU LIKE TO RECEIVE INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATION IN HAIRDRESSING?
There are only 3 things that you need:
- A copy of your NZ National Certificate or Trade Certificate in Hairdressing.
- Proof that you have worked for 12 months as a senior operator.
- $80.00 with your application form.
- Download your application form HERE
