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New Zealand Certificate in Commercial Barbering

EIT

Subject area

Hairdressing

Qualification

Duration

1

1 Year

Total student fees

$7,704

over 1 Year - details

Check out Fees Free to see whether you are eligible for a year of fees-free study or two years industry training. Contact your provider to confirm your study options meet the criteria.

About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

The purpose of this qualification is to provide the barbering industry with qualified barbers who can work independently as standalone operators in a commercial environment.

Graduates will be recognised by industry as qualified barbers. They will also be capable of contributing to barber shop operations when required.

Key Information for Students

Entry Requirements

Minimum requirements

NCEA Level 2 or equivalent OR New Zealand Certificate in Barber Skills (Level 3) OR New Zealand Certificate in Hairdressing (Salon Support) (Level 3) OR New Zealand Certificate in Hairdressing (Emerging Stylist) (Level 4) OR demonstrated interest in the Barbering industry and evidence of the potential to succeed, as determined on the basis of a CV, evidence portfolio and interview. All applicants must show evidence of a level of literacy and numeracy sufficient to (i) be able to study at this level, and (ii) interpret and apply health and safety requirements. LNAAT or similar assessment of literacy and numeracy may be required. All applicants must demonstrate an acceptable level of English language fluency prior to acceptance in the programme. For international students wishing to enrol in the NZ Certificate in Commercial Barbering (l4), ways in which English language fluency may be demonstrated include the following: successful study of a programme in which English was the language of instruction (subject to the conditions in EIT s Database for English Language Proficiency (DELP)) completion of a New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 4 with any endorsement) IELTS Academic score of 5.5, with no band score lower than 5, achieved in a single test within the two years preceding enrolment accepted international equivalents to the above IELTS scores, achieved in a single test within the two years preceding enrolment (see equivalency tables in the DELP) Special Entry A candidate who is 20 years of age or more and does not meet the academic entry requirements may be granted entry to the programme on the basis of a portfolio of evidence of their ability to succeed on the programme and subject to an interview.

Detailed requirements

See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.


Duration

1 Year


Tuition Fees

Annual Total qualification
Student fees
(what you pay)
$7,704 $7,704
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
$6,755 $6,755
Total $14,459 $14,459

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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.


Student Success

N/A


National Graduate Outcomes

Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:

Median earnings $39,000
Earnings range $31,000 - $46,000
In employment 62%
In further study 21%
On a benefit 4%

All KIS information is the most recent data available and relates to domestic students only.

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Contact details

Main Campus Office

Free phone: 0800 225 5348
Phone: (06) 974 8000
Fax: (06) 974 8905
Email: info@eit.ac.nz
Web: http://www.eit.ac.nz

Please contact the provider for details of where this qualification is offered.

Where does this information come from?

The Key Information for Students data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on information provided by tertiary education providers and the Ministry of Education. Remember to check the provider’s website for further details.

NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.

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