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Hair & Beauty COURSE GUIDE 2016

Kangan Institute is one of the largest and most trusted education and training providers in Victoria. With more than 80 years of educational excellence backed by industry connections, our graduates learn real skills and gain the confidence to succeed in life.

The Centre for Fashion and Creative Industries is an exciting base for the latest professional fashion, hair and beauty training in Australia delivering nationally recognised certificate, diploma and apprenticeship programs.

Access the latest in industry training at the purpose-built campus that includes state-of-the-art facilities including a fully equipped hair and beauty training salon, runway facilities, a retail training centre, and a textile and manufacturing hub.

real education.Our world-class teaching faculty come with extensive industry experience and connections. Our personalised approach means you get one-on-one attention in classes. You also have access to the best salon brands in the hair and beauty industry.

real skills.Our focus is all about getting you work ready. With an emphasis on practical training, industry projects and work placements, you will gain real experience and the latest industry knowledge. So, when you graduate, you will have the skills that employers are looking for.

real jobs.Kangan Institute has established a vast network of industry partners and a strong reputation with employers across Victoria. By developing our courses in consultation with industry partners, we make sure that you gain the most current and up-to-date skills. Our Employment Centre experts also provide support and connect students to jobs each year.

a cut above the rest.

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Our courses are designed to help you pathway into your dream career or into higher education.

Certificates.Certificate programs combine theory and practical components of a subject to prepare you for a job in your chosen industry. You can learn basic to advanced skills as you move up each certificate qualification. You can also choose to study further or get a post-trade qualification once you finish your certificate program.

Diploma.A diploma can help you progress your career further with specialised industry specific knowledge and can provide guaranteed pathway opportunities to study further at university.

Vet in School (VetiS).VETiS offers you the opportunity to complete a nationally recognised qualification, while providing credit towards your VCE or VCAL, just like your other subjects. The study score can contribute directly to your ATAR score and give you access to guaranteed pathways for further study at Kangan Institute.

A apprenticeships.Apprenticeships need to be endorsed by your employer and is a customised training program that gives you the latest industry skills and knowledge directly relevant to your job. Go to page 8 for more information.

SC Short coursesA short course is great way to update your current skills, start a new hobby or learn something totally new.

We have over 100 short courses across a range to help you grow professionally or personally.

Visit kangan.edu.au/short-courses to find the right course for you.

your study options.

SHORT COURSE

APP’SHIP CERT III

Barbering specialisation

CERT III DIPLOMABeauty

HAIR & BEAUTY TASTER

CERT II BEAUTYVETiS

CERT II APP’SHIP CERT IIIHairdressing

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Pathway into your dream career.

BeautyCredits towards

your VET Hair & Beauty taster program or

Cert II in Beauty Services

Beauty ServicesCertif iCate iii

DiPLOMa

vetis

Salon manager or owner

Run your own salon!

Nail or waxing technician

Beauty Therapist

Resort/Spa Manager

In school?

Hair

Qualif ied hairdresser

Credits towards your VET

Hair & Beauty taster program

sHOrt COurse

vetis

Cert II in HairdressingPre-aPPrentiCesHiP

Found a job?

Salon manager or owner

Run your own salon!

In school?

Barber

Hair stylist

aPPrentiCesHiPCert III in Hairdressing

Barbering

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An apprenticeship is a great way to combine structured training and paid employment. You can begin while you’re still at school finishing Year 11 or 12. You don’t need a secondary school certificate or other qualification to start an apprenticeship either.

As an apprentice you’ve the opportunity to train, study and earn an income at a variety of qualification levels in most occupations including hairdressing. You can combine time at work with training, which can be either full-time, part-time or school-based.

When you finish your apprenticeship, you will have a nationally recognised qualification that can take you anywhere in Australia and to many overseas countries as well.

Step 1: Preparation and research.Figure out what trade you are interested in, do research on job opportunities and write or update your resume.

Step 2: Job hunting.Start applying for jobs through networking with people you know, online or viaJob Services Australia providers.

Step 3: Sign up.Once you’ve found an employer, you both must contact an AAC to organise signing a training apprenticeship contract. Select Kangan Institute as your preferred training provider to get started.

How to become an apprentice.

Australian Apprenticeships Centres are contracted by the Australian Government to provide one-stop shops for those seeking to take up an Australian Apprenticeship as a career path.

Visit australianapprenticeships.gov.au

australian apprenticeships Centres (aaCs).

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We know that a successful business is built on delivering exceptional service to create memorable experiences and lasting relationships with your clients. To help your business grow, we work closely with you and your apprentice to add value to your salon and deliver a training package that meets your needs.

Led by our passionate and experienced teaching staff, our purpose-built training salon, located in Richmond, creates a real working environment for your apprentices.

• We work with you to deliver a personalised training package in-line with your salon’s needs.

• With on-site assessments, we minimise disruptions to your business and maximise the value your apprentices deliver.

• We provide regular updates on the progress of your apprentices and we maintain open communication with you

• Apprentices learn both traditional and the latest techniques in hairdressing along with exceptional customer service skills

• We can also provide training in visual merchandising and barista skills to give your business the upper edge.

How we can help your business.

Call us to arrange a free campus tour and a personalised consultation with our apprenticeship consultant today.

1300 290 291

salon-training@kangan.edu.au

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Kangan Institute is spread across five conveniently located campuses in Melbourne and is home to over 20,000 students from diverse backgrounds, ages and interests each year.

the Centre for Fashion and Creative industries.Richmond 85 Cremorne Street.

Study areas.Fashion, textile, visual merchandising, millinery, hairdressing, beauty and retail, logistics and engineering.

Located in the heart of the fashion precinct, the campus is an exciting base and premier fashion destinantion for young designers to hone their skills. The campus is close to the Richmond train station, tram stops, M1 freeway and main shopping strips on Swan Street.

The purpose built hair and beauty salon features a fully operational salon floor fitted with the latest salon chairs and professional grooming equipment, nail technician manicure tables, as well as massage and beauty treatment tables. You’ll also have access to the Lotus Hair and Beauty Spa at our Bendigo campus which is a state-of-the-art training facility. The new simulated training facility provides hairdressing apprentices and beauty students with access to the latest equipment and a full functioning beauty salon with a client base.

you can also access:• our Library and Learning Centre,

housing a range of electronic and hard copy resources, study materials and assignment help.

• free wireless internet in classroom and around the campus.

• paid parking available at the Richmond campus.

your study experience.

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We work with the best brands in hair and beauty to give you the latest industry training.

Product partners.

Our product partners include:

From the classroom to

the runway.Be part of the exciting Annual Fashion Show

as a Kangan Institute hair and beauty student

every year and make your mark on the runway.

Work with the fashion design, millinery and fellow

hair and beauty students to create a fashion

display extravaganza showcasing your creativity

and talent to the world.

Plus you get access to industry projects like the

Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival, the

Millinery Soiree, the VETiS Fashion Show and

the opportunity to take part in industry competitions.

The world of fashion, hair and beauty is at your fingertips

when you study at Kangan Institute!

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We work hard to make it easy for our students to enjoy their experience at Kangan Institute. You can access any of our support programs when you need to throughout your time with us.

NeXt SteP.NEXT STEP is a free service for 15 – 24 year olds looking for advice on study pathway options and career planning. Our skilled staff will always give you personalised advice to help you find the right course to get you on the right track.

Study support.Kangan Institute offers a range of study support services to help students keep up with and successfully complete their course work.You can access a range of resources and workshops to help with your exam and course work preparation. Our counsellors facilitate a variety of workshops throughout the year, providing strategies to help you overcome challenges, no matter how big or small.

Welfare services.Kangan Institute recognises and appreciates the need to provide our students with ongoing support to help them through any conflicts they face during their studies. Our free, private and confidential counselling service staffed by experienced counsellors is available to our students at all times in our campuses.

employment centre.One of the primary goals is to strengthen the employability of our students and help them find real jobs in their chosen industry. Our Employment Centre is specifically dedicated to helping you to develop your employability skills. Our experts can help you with job search, one-on-one coaching and access to the weekly vacancy listing and other useful resources. Over 1,000 employers advertise jobs with the centre every year and we have a strong track record in successfully placing our students.

We support you through your journey.

apprenticeshipsA Flexible Full-time richmond BendigoPA Pre-apprenticeship Part-time

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Certificate II in Retail Make-up and Skin Care

DurationOne year (one day per week).

What you’ll learn• Knowledge and skills to enhance your

employment prospects in the retail make-up and skin care industry.

• Gain a recognised credential and make informed choices in relation to vocation and career paths.

• Pathway into the Certificate III in Beauty Services.

Sample modules (units 1 - 2)• Demonstrate retail skin care products

• Conduct financial transactions

• Organise and maintain work areas

• Communicate in the workplace

• Design and apply make-up

• Work effectively in a retail environment

• Merchandise products

• Apply safe working practices

• Recommend hair, beauty and cosmetic products and services

• Sell products and services

• Create a display

• Provide service to clients

• Perform stock control procedures

• Research and apply beauty industry information

• Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

1. Contact your VET coordinator at your school to discuss VCE and VCAL eligibility and confirm costs.

2. Ask your school to apply on your behalf on the VETIS on-line portal at kangan.edu.au

3. Kangan Institute will notify schools of successful student applications. Your school will then notify you of times, campus and equipment requirements.

How to apply for a Vet in Schools program

Units from Certificate II in Hairdressing and Certificate II in Retail, Make-up and Skin Care

DurationOne year (one day per week)

This VET program combines units from both hairdressing and beauty qualifications to provide you with a choice of specialisation. You will develop fundamental skills and knowledge to fully understand the requirements of the hairdressing and beauty industry. You can get credits into other hair or beauty qualifications when you complete these units as part of your VCAL or VCE.

Sample modules (units 1 - 2)• Providing quality assistance to colleagues

• Providing interaction and customer service to salon clients

• Performing a limited set of hairdressing tasks

• Understanding and following work safety procedures

• Demonstrating and selling retail skin care products and make-up

• Performing general retail/salon tasks under supervision

Future study pathwaysYou can get credits to study further in Certificate III in Hairdressing or Certificate III in Beauty Services

Career opportunities• Hairdresser

• Cosmetic consultant in department stores

• Cosmetic and retail consultant in pharmacies

Vet in School programs.

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Certificate II in Hairdressing

Direct online entry to Bendigo TAFE

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assessmentProject written test and practical assessment.

DurationPart time: 6 months

Would you like a career in hairdressing? Want to expand your job prospects as a hair salon assistant or looking to get an apprenticeship in hairdressing? This course will help you get started. It will give you an overview of the industry as well as some practical skills including communication skills, occupational health and safety, blow drying hair, shampooing, removing chemicals from hair, head massage, and braiding.

Selection processInterview

Career opportunitiesHair salon assistant

Further study opportunitiesCertificate III in Hairdressing

Enrol now at bendigotafe.edu.au

Hair.

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Certificate III in Hairdressing

Direct Entry / Australian Apprenticeship Centre (AAC) / Rolling enrolments

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This apprenticeship training program enables you to work as a hairdresser in a hairdressing salon. This course provides all the learning skills and knowledge required to work independently and within a salon team. The benefit of completing this course successfully is that it provides you with industry current techniques which allow for a dynamic and ever-evolving career in the hairdressing industry.

DurationVaries from 2 to 3 years based on your competency.

Career opportunities This program will give you the skills to work as a qualified qualified hairdresser, hair stylist (photographic, theatre, film and television) or salon manager.

Hair.

Barbering specialisationBarbering has become a major growth area of the hairdressing industry. You can choose to specialise in the barbering stream in this program to help you specialise your skills in barbering and deliver a variety of services tailored for today’s male clientele.

You will develop skills in beard and moustache trimming and cutting, specialty shaving services, creative hair engraving techniques and clipper patterning. You’ll even gain the technical skills to perform chemical work such as waving and colouring.

You will also learn specialised men’s haircuts through the use of American Crew training resources to master your skills in tapering and fading as well as short and long layered cutting.

Also offered

at our Bendigo

campus!

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Certificate III in Beauty Services

Direct Entry / February and Mid-year Intake

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In this course you will learn the skills and knowledge to competently provide a range of quality beauty services and customer service to beauty salon clients. This qualification will allow you to work independently and collaboratively within a team to deliver and distinct beauty services.

DurationFull-time: 6 months Flexible: 1 year

Selection process Interview

Career opportunitiesThis qualification will help you find employment as a beauty therapist/consultant, consultant in department store/pharmacy, nail technician, waxing technician, freelance beauty consultant.

Further study opportunitiesThis course can lead into the Diploma of Beauty Therapy.

Beauty.

Also offered

at our Bendigo

campus!

COMPLETE

BEAUTY KIT

included!

VET FEE-HELP

available!

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Diploma in Beauty Therapy

Direct Entry / March and July intakes

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The Diploma of Beauty Therapy is the highest and most sought after qualification in the industry. This course will provide you with the knowledge, experience and advanced skills you need to start your career as a qualified beauty therapist. Students will learn to perform facial treatments, massage and body treatments (including aromatherapy, hot stone therapy and Indian head massage), waxing, manicure and pedicure treatments, and spray tanning while working with the best salon brands like Thalgo, CND and Caron Lab. Training and use of Salon Master software will give you an added advantage with managing salon bookings.

Duration12 months

Selection processInterview

Career opportunitiesThis course may lead to employment as a salon beauty therapist; salon manager/owner; spa therapist; health spa/ resort manager; spa therapist on a cruise ship; freelance

therapist; cosmetic or beauty equipment sales representative; beauty editor/journalist; beauty educator.

PrerequisitesThere are no set prerequisites for this course. A Certificate III in Beauty Services will give you an advantage. You can apply if you’ve satisfactorily completed VCE or an approved equivalent course or have satisfactory numeracy and literacy skills or are mature age.

Beauty.

Also offered

at our Bendigo

campus!

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Paying for your course.How much you pay is determined by the course you enrol in to, the scheduled hours you commit to undertake, your eligibility for a government-subsidised place and any concession entitlements you might attract.

Study now, pay later with Vet Fee-HeLPVET FEE-HELP, an Australian government loan scheme, can cover all or part of your tuition fees for Diploma courses or higher. When you take out a VET FEEHELP loan, the Government pays the loan amount directly to Kangan Institute. When you finish your course and start working, you will need to repay the loan. For more information, visit studyassist.gov.au

Flexible payment plansPayment plans are available to anyone enrolling into a certificate I, II, III and IV course. Kangan Institute offers eligible students the option of paying their course fees over time by setting up either weekly or fortnightly instalment payments to cover their tuition, material and consumable fees.

Scholarships and grantsAt Kangan Institute, we believe in rewarding hard work and achievement. We offer a number scholarships and grants to help pay for your course. Find out more on what you can apply for at kangan.edu.au/scholarship

Welfare servicesStudents who require budgeting, money management, financial counselling and referrals to external agencies can get assistance from our dedicated welfare officers. Find out more at kangan.edu.au/welfare-services

apprentice incentive programsThe Australian Government supports apprenticeships through a number of programs that can help you financially including Apprentice Loans, Living Away From Home Allowance, Support for Adult Australian Apprentices Initiative, Australian School-based Apprenticeships, and more.

For more information, visit australianapprenticeships.gov.au

To find out if you are eligible for government-subsidised training, visit kangan.edu.au/fees

Applying for a course is easy. Just follow these simple steps to get your application in. Make sure to check your course dates and apply early so we can enrol you in time for the next intake.

Our relevant department will review your application and our customer service centre will contact you directly to confirm your application status.

VtaC applicationsVTAC handles most applications for entry into higher education and some TAFE full-time certificate IV and higher qualifications. The course guide will indicate if you need to apply through VTAC for your course. To find out how to apply via VTAC, visit vtac.edu.au

apprenticeshipsthe Australian Apprenticeship Centres (AACs) manage all contracts and training. To find your nearest AAC, visit australianapprenticeships.gov.au

Need extra help?Students who require additional support for applications English as a Second Language or for those who have mild intellectual /learning disability. Call 03 9279 2446 for an appointment for an interview and course placement.

How to apply.

1. Pick the course that you want to study from this course guide and go online to our website.

2. Find the course using the ‘Find a course’ search option and click on Apply now.

3. Fill out the online application form, select your campus and hit ‘Submit’ button.

4. That’s it.

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BarBering short course

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attention all hairdressers! enhance your skill set in hairdressing and

expand your business with our Men’s Barbering short course. Learn the

art of men’s fading, blending and shading through the use of clippers

and scissor over comb techniques in just three sessions over three

weeks. Men’s barbering has taken off, so this course is a perfect way to

upskill your staff and grow your business to provide exceptional men’s

barbering services in your salon.

you must be qualified with at least three years of experience

as a hairdresser to enrol into the course and you will need to

bring your own model.

Find out more and enrol at kangan.edu.au/barber-shortcourse

course code: thanDB10 campus: richmond

Fee: $220

General enquiries & course informationCall: 13 KANGAN (13 5264) Fax +61 3 9386 8928 Email: enquiries@kangan.edu.au Mail: Kangan Institute Private Bag 299, Somerton VIC 3062 Visit: kangan.edu.au

The information contained in this publication is correct at the time of printing (Feb 2015).Every effort has been made to ensure details are correct and accurate, however Kangan Institute reserves the right to change information with respect to course costs, timing and selection criteria without notice. Conduct of courses is dependent on student numbers and sufficient funding. Copyright Kangan Institute 2015. Registered Training Organisation No. 0306