NZ Certificate in Foundation Skills (Hair and Beauty) (Level 2)
Beauty & Personal Care
A course by
EIT
Gain practical foundation skills in hair, beauty, and personal styling to prepare for further study or work in the beauty industry.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 17 weeks
Core skills this course teaches
Develop foundation skills for hair and beauty
Gain practical experience and knowledge in basic hairdressing, makeup, and personal styling techniques.
Prepare for further study or employment
Acquire the skills and confidence needed to progress to Level 3 and 4 programmes in hairdressing or beauty, or seek entry-level roles in the sector.
Build transferable life and employability skills
Enhance abilities in goal setting, communication, teamwork, and numeracy within the context of hair and beauty services.
What You're Signing Up For
This programme introduces students to a range of subject areas and practical skills in makeup, skin care, hairdressing, barbering, and personal styling. It is designed for those seeking foundational knowledge and hands-on experience as a pathway to further study or entry-level employment in the hair and beauty sector. Activities include setting goals, building communication and numeracy within a beauty context, and undertaking practical projects such as makeup application, hair styling, and creating beauty products. Graduates are prepared for further training or work in the hospitality and personal services sectors.
Course Content
- Introduction to hairdressing and beauty therapy
- Personal makeup skills
- Styling your own hair
- Making a hair or beauty product
- Personal styling for an interview
- Planning a classroom event
- Using professional hair and beauty products and tools
- Goal setting
- Communication and numeracy skills in a beauty context
What you need to know first
Open entry: applicants aged 16 or over, with reasonable reading skills.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Hairdressing
Beauty Therapy
Personal Care and Services
Future employment opportunities might be
Entry-level positions in hairdressing salons
Entry-level positions in beauty clinics
Retail positions in hair and beauty products