Beauty & Personal Care
A course by
Cut Above Academy
A foundational Level 2 certificate course introducing core salon skills for hairdressing, barbering, makeup, customer service, and employability in the beauty industry.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Auckland City Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 16 weeks

Gain introductory abilities in hairdressing, barbering, and special effects makeup needed for entry-level salon work.

Learn fashion trends and how they apply to client presentation and services within beauty sectors.

Demonstrate customer service, reception, and effective communication skills essential for salon environments.
This 16-week full-time course equips students with essential salon skills to meet the fast-paced demands of today's employers in the beauty industry. Covering introductory hairdressing, barbering, special effects makeup, customer service, teamwork, communication, and employability skills, the course prepares learners for entry-level work or further study. It emphasizes practical skills, fashion trends, and effective work habits.
What you need to know first
No NCEA qualifications OR NCEA Level 1

Hairdressing
Beauty industry
Personal care

Entry-level hairdressing roles
Salon assistant
Receptionist in beauty/hairdressing salons
Beauty & Personal Care
A course by
Cut Above Academy
A foundational Level 2 certificate course introducing core salon skills for hairdressing, barbering, makeup, customer service, and employability in the beauty industry.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Auckland City Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 16 weeks

Gain introductory abilities in hairdressing, barbering, and special effects makeup needed for entry-level salon work.

Learn fashion trends and how they apply to client presentation and services within beauty sectors.

Demonstrate customer service, reception, and effective communication skills essential for salon environments.
This 16-week full-time course equips students with essential salon skills to meet the fast-paced demands of today's employers in the beauty industry. Covering introductory hairdressing, barbering, special effects makeup, customer service, teamwork, communication, and employability skills, the course prepares learners for entry-level work or further study. It emphasizes practical skills, fashion trends, and effective work habits.
What you need to know first
No NCEA qualifications OR NCEA Level 1

Hairdressing
Beauty industry
Personal care

Entry-level hairdressing roles
Salon assistant
Receptionist in beauty/hairdressing salons
Start of career in makeup, barbering, or related personal care roles
Start of career in makeup, barbering, or related personal care roles