Certificate IV in Hairdressing SHB40216
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Certificate IV in Hairdressing SHB40216
Qualification Overview
- Qualification Name: Certificate IV in Hairdressing
- Qualification Code and Units of Competency: SHB40216
- Duration: Within four weeks of receiving the required prior learning evidence.
Certificate IV in Hairdressing – RPL
If you have substantial industry experience as a qualified hairdresser, you may be eligible to gain this nationally recognised qualification through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). The Certificate IV in Hairdressing reflects the skills and knowledge required of senior hairdressers who provide creative and technical leadership in hairdressing services. These professionals often take on supervisory roles, lead salon teams, and deliver advanced hair services with confidence and expertise.
This RPL qualification validates your ability to provide complex colour correction, chemical treatments, advanced cutting techniques, and develop client relationships. It also recognises your experience in managing or owning a salon, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring compliance with hygiene and safety standards.
RPL offers a fast and cost-effective way to convert your real-world experience into a formal qualification, helping you advance your career or open up business opportunities in the hair and beauty industry.
What Evidence Do You Need for RPL?
- A detailed resume highlighting your hairdressing experience
- Reference letters from employers or salon managers
- Photos or videos of you performing complex colour correction, chemical treatments, or precision cutting
- Client appointment records or booking system screenshots
- Examples of client consultations, colour plans, or treatment plans
- Evidence of supervising or training junior staff
- Proof of managing or owning a salon (e.g., business registration, invoices, marketing)
- ABN, invoices, or business registration if you’ve operated your own barber business
- Workplace documents such as WHS policies, cleaning schedules, or inventory lists
- Qualifications, certificates, or short courses you’ve completed
- Payslips, job contracts, or ABN history if self-employed