Hairdressing (Including Salon Management)

Creative Hairdressing Career

Perth Institute is at the forefront of developing innovative educational programs for the hairdressing industry in Western Australia. Our Hairdressing course is targeted to address the skill shortage across Australia, and worldwide, of qualified hairdressers.

This course is intended to build on individual talents and experiences, recognise and respond to the diversity of individual needs. The training provided at the Perth Institute helps develop the latest technical skills, as well as business and interpersonal skills. These skills will help students to open doors and create endless opportunities for an exciting career in the fantastic world of hairdressing.

Employment Opportunities

• Professional Hair Designer
• Professional Hair Colourist
• Professional Hair Stylist
• Creative Director
• Artistic Director
• Resident Colourist
• Perming Specialist
• Educator
• Salon Manager
• Franchise Owner

Hairdressing Courses

We offer the following courses in Hairdressing:

Certificate III in Hairdressing

This course provides students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills to work as a hairdresser.Students will gain ‘hands on’ experience in our Institute's own commercial hair salons, where they will learn about haircutting, colouring, hair design, bleaching, perming and straightening, on both male and female models and customers. Students will practice communication skills with colleagues and customers and learn to identify and discuss hair structures and style with customers. Certificate III is only available to international students, but Certificate IV and Diploma of Salon Management is available to both local and international students. 

*Perth campus can only enrol International students.

Certificate IV in Hairdressing

Students will learn the advanced techniques of the disciplines listed as well as more complex requirements such as working as a session stylist and colour correction. Students will also learn how to induct a new team member, how to supervise work processes, roster staff, perform stock control and maintain a safe work environment.

Diploma of Hairdressing Salon Management

This level will suit students who want to own or manage a hairdressing salon. The course provides students with the skills and knowledge to plan and start their own hairdressing business.

Students will be equipped with the necessary management and leadership skills to process complex tasks including financial management, advertising and marketing, team leadership and purchasing.

Students are required to complete their practical training at a Fusion Hair.Face.Body training centre.
We aim to provide students with hands-on practical experience, up-to-date styles and skills, traditional and highly modern hair techniques as well as experience in genuine customer interaction.

Uniform and Materials

Perth Institute supplies each student with 1 Fusion t-shirt, and all course materials. Additional shirts are available at $10 each. Students are required to wear black pants, fusion t-shirt with enclosed black shoes for practical classes.

Hairdressing Kit

Students are required to purchase a set of hairdressing tools for practical sessions. The cost is AU$800.
A list of kit contents is available from the Institute.

Important Notice for prospective students of Certificate III in Hairdressing

Relevant only if you want to work as a hairdresser in Western Australia.
Completion of the Certificate III in Hairdressing does not automatically entitle you to be registered with the Hairdressers Registration Board of Western Australia (HRB).

Perth Institute can assist you to find employment or work experience in hair salons to enable you to fulfil the practical industry time mandatory to gain Western Australian registration.