WHAT IS SKILLS RECOGNITION & RPL:
Skills Recognition and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows people like you to achieve this qualification without any classroom study, and usually within weeks.
In order to obtain this qualification so quickly, all you need to do is supply evidence which proves your experience in the units that make up the qualification. Our Skills Recognition & RPL Facilitators will assist you with this process. From there, we’ll work with our RTO partners so that you’ll receive your qualification in no time!
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DETAILS:
RPL Price: $3000
Who This Is For:
In order to achieve this qualification via Skills Recognition & RPL, you should be able to perform or have a strong knowledge of the skills listed in the course units below. You will need to be able to provide evidence of this knowledge, such as videos, photographs, work orders, your resume, letters of validation, and statements of attainment. The more evidence you can provide, the better your case. Feel free to read more about RPL and evidence suggestions here.
Why Get Qualified Australia:
We provide candidates with Skills Recognition & RPL services nationwide. You never need to visit our office, nor do you have to sit in a classroom. Our 100% money back guarantee ensures that, if we can’t get you qualified, you can get your money back. Please refer to our terms & conditions for more details. As Australia’s leading Skills Recognition & RPL Specialists, we offer hundreds of qualifications via dozens of our RTO partners..
How To Achieve This Qualification:
As this is not a course, you do not need to complete the units listed below. Instead, you simply need to prove that you’re competent in the units shown. Our Facilitators will help make this an easy process for you.
Want to know if you’re eligible to obtain this qualification via Skills Recognition & RPL? Then why not start a Free Skills Review today, and speak with an RPL Specialist to determine your eligibility. Take the initiative today. It only takes 3 minutes!
Units of Competency:
You’ll need to show you’re experienced in the following units:13 units must be completed:
- 8 core units
- 5 elective units:
- a minimum of 3 units must be selected from the general elective units listed below
- a maximum of 2 elective units may be selected from another endorsed Training Package or accredited course. These must be units which are first packaged at AQF level 2 or 3.
In all cases selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the characteristics of this qualification (as per the AQF descriptors).
Core Units
BSBSUS201A | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
SIHHBAS201A | Perform shampoo and basin services |
SIHHCCS201A | Greet and prepare clients for salon services |
SIHHHDS201A | Dry hair to shape |
SIHHIND201A | Maintain and organise tools, equipment and work areas |
SIHHOHS201A | Apply salon safety procedures |
SIRXCOM001A | Communicate in the workplace |
SIRXIND001A | Work effectively in a retail environment |
General Elective Units
SIBXCCS201A | Conduct financial transactions |
SIHHBAS202A | Perform head, neck and shoulder massage |
SIHHCLS201A | Apply hair colour products |
SIHHHRS201A | Rinse and neutralise chemically restructured hair |
SIHHHDS202A | Apply hair braiding techniques |
SIHHIND202A | Develop hairdressing industry knowledge |
SIRXMER001A | Merchandise products |
SIRXRPK002A | Recommend hair, beauty and cosmetic products and services |
SIRXSLS001A | Sell products and services |
Awarded By
RTO
International Training Salon (Code 21961)
Colour Cosmetica Academy Pty Ltd (Code 40055)
Paraskevi International Training & Recruitment (Code 31811)
Additional information
There are no entry requirements to this qualification.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
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The following table contains a summary of the Employability Skills as identified by the hairdressing industry for this qualification. The Employability Skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options.
Employability Skills and Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:
Communication
Use questioning and active listening to ascertain and respond to customer needs to ensure customers enjoy a positive experience that reflects salon values; regularly carrying out verbal instructions from other team members and supervisors; reading and interpreting simple workplace documents; completing simple written workplace forms and sharing work related information with other team members.
Teamwork
Working collaboratively with other team members; supporting the team; respecting and understanding other views and giving and receiving feedback in the context of a salon environment where employees are expected to perform their individual tasks but also look for opportunities to assist others.
Problem-solving
Demonstrating sensitivity to customer needs and concerns, anticipating problems and acting to avoid them where possible; solving problems in the context of a team structure where, after clarification, customer service issues or recognition of risk may be referred to a senior operator for resolution depending upon salon policy and procedures.
Initiative and enterprise
Adapting to new situations, including changing workplace procedures.
Planning and organising
Planning and carrying out simple salon tasks to timelines and priorities that are set by a senior operator.
Self-management
Understanding and following salon policies regarding work availability, rosters and work duties; working within the salon culture by practising inclusive behaviour, effective management of personal presentation, hygiene, and time; efficiently prioritising and completing delegated tasks under instruction.
Learning
Identifying personal strengths and weaknesses in the context of the job role; recognising own learning style, at work; accepting opportunities to learn new ways of doing things; implementing changes under instruction within the context of salon procedures.
Technology
Using and maintaining a range of salon technology in the context of available equipment and salon procedures; recognising and reporting faulty equipment; following salon occupational health and safety procedures.
This qualification reflects the skills and knowledge required of individuals who work as salon assistants and are competent in communicating in the workplace, interacting with and providing service to clients and assistance to colleagues. They perform routine functions under direct supervision as part of a hairdressing team.
This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway and VETiS delivery.
Job roles
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