Hair cutting and hairstyle design knowledge and skills
Hairdressers must be able to master hair cutting techniques and design and complete hairstyles as required by the customers.
Hairdressers
Descriptions & Duties
- Hairdressers analyse hair types and provide hairdressing services.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Trade Specific Competencies
Creativity
Hairdressers must keep up with the latest trends.
Customer-service knowledge and skills
Hairdressers must have good customer-service skills to retain current customers and attracting new ones.
Time-management knowledge and skills
Time-management skills are important for Hairdressers in scheduling appointments and providing services.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
- A relevant recognised diploma or foundation certificate, or equivalent
Experience
- 3 to 6 years of relevant work experience
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $10,000-$13,000
Monthly Salary $10,000-$20,000
Monthly Salary $20,000-$30,000
Monthly Salary $20,000-$70,000
Related Education & Training
Work Environment
- Hairdressers generally work indoors in hairdressing salons and may need to stand for long periods. Their work schedules include late evenings, weekends, and holidays and may work full time or part time.
Tools
- Curling irons; Flat irons
- Digital timers
- Electric hair clipper
- Hair combs or brushes
- Haircutting scissors
- Handheld hair dryers; Hooded hair dryers
- Heated hair curlers
- Shampoo bowls
