National code: SHB20216

    Certificate II in Salon Assistant at Mount Druitt

    Class details

    Schedule Pace and number of hours.

    Full Time

    Delivery Method of course delivery.

    Combination

    Duration

    Course duration Time required to complete this course.

    3 months

    Start date First day of attendance online or on campus.

    12th Jul 2021

    End date Final day of attendance online or on campus.

    26th Nov 2021

    Time Commitment

    Class time Dedicated hours required each week in either online or on campus classes.

    6 hours

    Additional study time The minimum recommended hours you will need to commit to your studies outside of class hours. This may include private study, work placements and research.

    2 hours

    Fee details

    Course fees are released each semester.

    We'll confirm your fee before enrolment.

    Proposed timetableWhat time classes run

    This course is currently scheduled for 3 days a week. An individual training plan will be provided when you enrol in this course. Your plan will outline the recommended study timetable and detail your units and assessments.

    Additional informationOther things to know

    Assessments

    Assessments give you the opportunity to demonstrate what you have learnt and to identify the knowledge or skills that may need further development.

    • Knowledge assessments: short answer, extended response, research and theory tasks

    • Practical skills assessments: demonstrations under observation. Depending on your location, you may be required to provide clients for your practical classes and assessments.

    • Simulated workplace projects: scenario-based problem solving

    Work placement

    Work placement provides you with opportunities to respond to situations and circumstances that cannot be replicated in a learning or simulated environment. Work placement strengthens your training and supports continued learning and assessment in the workplace.

    • There is no work placement for this qualification.

    Materials needed

    To complete this course, the following materials are required:

    • You will need to provide for yourself the following resources which you will keep when you complete your study:

      • Equipment/tools of trade and personal protective equipment (PPE) at an approximate cost of - $100.
      • Non compulsory items: TAFE NSW Hair & Beauty T-shirts are recommended and can be purchased at an approximate cost $20.
    • WH&S requirements for classes: You must wear closed in protective footwear and clothing that is clean and professional for the industry.

    Additional entry requirements

    To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.

    • To be enrolled in this course, you need to be able to:

      • attend a compulsory information session where you will be required to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy screen to determine whether you meet the entry requirements or need additional LLN support or may need to enrol into an alternative pathway. Local level entry requirements are identified at an ACFS level 2 for this qualification.
    • To successfully complete this course, you will need:

      • to provide services on paying clients and may also need to provide models for some of your practical classes and assessments.
      • to comply with Work Health & Safety requirements for classes, including wearing closed in protective footwear and clothing that is clean and professional for the industry.
    • Work placement is not compulsory, however it is highly recommended.

    • Learners enrolled in this course are encouraged to complete work placement with a host employer as part of their training program. Work placement is designed to enrich the learning, compliment the formal training and enable an easier transition into the industry once the course is completed. Clinic sessions can be completed as work placement with a host employer that has been approved by the teaching section. Learners not participating in work placement with a host employer, will be required to participate in scheduled clinic sessions at TAFE, providing services on paying clients.

    UnitsUnits taught in this course

    Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate II in Salon Assistant qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 12 Units of competency, including 8 core and 4 speciality units.

    Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

    • Contribute to health and safety of self and othersBSBWHS201

    • Maintain and organise tools, equipment and work areasSHBHIND001

    • Communicate as part of a salon teamSHBXIND002

    • Conduct salon financial transactionsSHBXCCS001

    Course deliveryCombination study

    Learn through a combination of classroom based, online and/or workplace activity. For example, you may participate in scheduled classroom activity, have an element of self-directed learning with online content, and/or receive supervised training while on the job, doing work experience, or on placement.

    Classroom activity will be scheduled, but online learning can provide more flexibility. Teacher support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.

    Mount Druitt

    TAFE NSW Mount Druitt is located a few minutes’ walk from the local train station, shopping centre and CBD in Sydney’s western suburbs. While recognised as a trades, technology, mechanical, electrical and electronics engineering centre, TAFE NSW Mount Druitt is also a major centre for transport courses, plumbing courses and the modern information technology facilities that support the advanced IT studies of students throughout Western Sydney.

    Campus address

    Mount Street & North Parade Mount Druitt 2770

    Parking on campus grounds is available.

    Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info

    Mount Druitt Station is 700 metres from campus.

    Facilities

    TAFE NSW campuses work closely with the community and industry to ensure you have access to the industry standard technologies, equipment and facilities.

    • Aboriginal education and training unit

    • Automotive trade training course awarded three gold stars by the Institute for Trade Skills Excellence

    • Customised logistics training site

    • Modern information technology facilities

    • Specialist signage centre

    Student support

    We're here for you. Get help and assistance with nearly every aspect of your study life - from study support and student resources, to counselling, guidance, and help finding jobs or accommodation.

    • Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    • Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    • Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    • Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    • Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    • SatClosed
    • SunClosed