Programme Outline
In this practically focused programme, you will learn from skilled professionals and gain the fundamental skills and knowledge required to work as a fully qualified barber.
This programme covers all aspects of the barbering industry, from barbering culture to modern fades, classic short cuts and beard trims, including in-house operations and client interactions.
You will have the opportunity to put your skills and knowledge to practice with work-based learning in FadelT, our on-campus commercial barber shop, working with clients and the latest barbering tools and equipment. Each client service is a step closer to becoming a fully qualified commercial barber.
You will also learn how to comply with health and safety requirements and meet professional barbering expectations and industry standards to be able to successfully contribute to various commercial barber shop operations.
Graduates of this qualification will be able to:
- Apply underpinning barbering theory and practice to safely and professionally complete barbering cuts and services, and provide client consultation, care and advice as a commercial barber
- Communicate with clients, peers, staff and suppliers as a commercial barber, in a culturally appropriate manner
- Apply knowledge of health and safety requirements to contribute to commercial barber shop operations
Come in and have a chat about your study options with the staff at our Hawke’s Bay campus and view the facilities anytime.
Career and Study Opportunities
The NZ Certificate in Commercial Barbering is intended as a stand-alone qualification in Barbering.
Upon graduating the world will be your oyster and career opportunities include:
- Barber shop owner/operator
- Pathway to Hairdressing
- Military stylist
- Theatre work
In this practically focused programme, you will learn from skilled professionals and gain the fundamental skills and knowledge required to work as a fully qualified barber.
This programme covers all aspects of the barbering industry, from barbering culture to modern fades, classic short cuts and beard trims, including in-house operations and client interactions. You will have the opportunity to put your skills and knowledge to practice with work-based learning in FadeIT, our on campus commercial barber shop, working with clients and the latest barbering tools and equipment. Each client service is a step closer to becoming a fully qualified commercial barber.
You will also learn how to comply with health and safety requirements and meet professional barbering expectations and industry standards to be able to successfully contribute to various commercial barber shop operations.
Graduates of this qualification will be able to:
- Apply underpinning barbering theory and practice to safely and professionally complete barbering cuts and services, and provide client consultation, care and advice as a commercial barber.
- Communicate with clients, peers, staff and suppliers as a commercial barber, in a culturally appropriate manner.
- Apply knowledge of health and safety requirements to contribute to commercial barber shop operations.
Come in and have a chat about your study options with the staff at our Hawke’s Bay campus and view the facilities anytime.
Entry Requirements
To be admitted to this programme applicants must meet the following requirements:
- 40 credits at NCEA Level 1, including 10 Literacy credits and 10 Numeracy credits, or
- a relevant qualification at NZQF Level 2 or above, or
- a recognised equivalent.
Special and discretionary admission is also available.
Health and Professional Requirements
All applicants are required to:
- Sign a declaration that they are in good health (having no medical, physical or psychological conditions that would preclude working with vulnerable clients).
If the declaration identifies any issue that may impact on the applicant’s ability to complete the programme, the applicant can discuss these with the Programme Coordinator at an information session. EIT reserves the right to decline entry to the programme should an applicant’s health difficulties be such that they would be considered unsuitable for the type of work undertaken whilst on this programme or by graduates of this programme. This decision will be based on relevant professional association or industry requirements.
English Language Entry Requirements
All applicants must demonstrate an acceptable level of English language fluency prior to acceptance in the programme. 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 NZQA conditions)
- Completion of a New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 3 with any endorsement)
- IELTS Academic score of 5.5, with no band score lower than 5.0, achieved in a single test within the two years preceding enrolment
- Accepted international equivalents to the above IELTS scores
- Completion of an EIT assessment
Entry with Credit
You may already have some knowledge or skills that can be recognised as part of your intended study. This may take a number of different forms including study while at high school, study at a private training establishment, workplace training, other tertiary study, life experiences or voluntary work. If you think you may qualify, you may want to apply for Cross Credit (CC) or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
- CC is based on the equivalency of courses or qualifications. You would apply for CC if you have passed a very similar course at the same level.
- RPL is based on the assessment of your current knowledge and skills. You would apply for RPL if you had gained the relevant knowledge and skills through life experiences and informal learning situations.
You will be asked to provide details of anything that you would like considered as credit toward your intended programme of study, as part of your application.
You must apply prior to enrolment. CC and RPL cannot be awarded for a course if you are already enrolled in that course.
For further information and enquiries about CC and RPL please contact the Programme Administrator, Kenzie Turnbull, on 06 830 1439 or email kturnbull@eit.ac.nz.
Transfers/Cross Credits
A similar qualification may be delivered at a number of other tertiary institutes around New Zealand. If you were to transfer to one of those other institutes you may be granted academic credit for some of the papers completed successfully while studying at EIT, but this is at the discretion of the other institute.
Please note: Fees are not transferable between institutes.
How to Enrol
Step 1 – Check entry requirements
Make sure you have read and understood the entry requirements for your situation and background.
Entry requirements can be different for domestic and international students.
Step 2 – Confirm campus and check key dates
The next intake date(s) for your chosen course and campus are listed in the Course Details panel on this page.
Dates can vary between campuses, so make sure you have selected the campus you wish to study at.
Step 3 – Confirm fees and costs
Visit https://www.eit.ac.nz/fees/ to see the fees for this programme.
Step 4 – Complete any supporting forms
If your course requires any supporting forms, they will be listed below under ‘Supporting Documentation’
Step 5 – Submit your application
You’ll need an up-to-date email address to start your online application.
You’ll also need to know what you want to study – your degree or programme and majors and/or minors, and the courses you plan to take.
You may be asked to submit supporting documentation with your application.
