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Our Hairdressing Course

If you love hairdressing and would like to become a Nationally & Internationally Qualified Hairdresser, then this exclusive course is for you.

BLUSH ACADEMY offers the most up to date Accredited Hairdressing course in South Africa. Quality is of utmost importance at our academy, and we therefore include a professional hairdressing kit. We accept only 20 learners a year to make sure you receive the best quality education possible so that you can become one of the finest hairdressers Nationally & Internationally.

In our small highly exclusive classes, we keep up to date with the latest trends and techniques and give each learner the individual attention needed to master the art of hairdressing.

Learners have the option to complete their National South African NQF Level 4 Hairdressing Qualification (QCTO 102497), as well as an International Hairdressing Qualification which is registered on the UK & European Qualification Framework.


In addition, BLUSH ACADEMY is a registered Trade Test Centre, which means that learners can complete their Hairdressing journey with us. We regularly have guest lectures with some of the top industry leaders to make sure that learners get valuable exposure to the hairdressing industry and all it has to offer. We journey with you through this carefully planned course as you embark on the art of hair - cutting, - colouring, - braiding, - styling, - chemical services, barbering and so much more.

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Did you know?

You can earn an international diploma in hairdressing in just one year at Blush Academy?


This means that you can acquire all the necessary skills to become a hairdresser in one year and be able to work overseas with your diploma?

Did you know?

To become a qualified hairdresser in South Africa, you need to earn hours in a salon and then complete your trade test to earn your national diploma?


This means you will have to complete one year of theory-based education at an academic institution, like Blush Academy and then work in a salon for a remaining 3 years, before you can qualify for a national trade test.
Blush Academy is a registered trade test center, which means you can complete your entire educational journey with us!


Course entry requirements:

International qualification entry requirement:

16 years of age.

What qualifications do I get?

Hairdressing Qualifications

Students have the option of completing both an international and national qualification

International Qualification:

Once all the units have been passed at the end of the year, learners will receive an International Diploma in Hairdressing.

National Qualification:

The National Qualification will take an additional 2 years to complete.


During year one at college learners will complete the knowledge and practical modules after which they need to work for 2 years (fulltime) in a registered hair salon to complete the required workplace hours as stipulated by the Department of Higher Education.


At the end of year 3, after successful completion of the Trade Test, the learner will receive a QCTO - Occupational Certificate in Hairdressing NQF Level 4. This ‘red seal trade test certificate’ is the only recognized Hairdressing Qualification in South Africa.

Course content

• Health & Safety

• Consultation services for clients

• Shampoo, Condition and Treat Scalp and Hair

• Hair Styling Techniques

• Pin Curl and Finger Waves

• Anatomy & Physiology of Hair

• Market retail products and services in the salon

• Cut and shape gents hair to create a variety of looks

• Cut and shape ladies hair to create a variety of looks

• Barbering - Hot towel and Shaving service

• Hair Colouring services

• Perming services to create a variety of looks

• Chemical Relaxing services for Ethnic hair

• Style & Finish Ethnic hair (braiding, weaving and dreadlock techniques)

• Advanced hair Colouring services

• Colour Correction services

• Advanced Cutting techniques

• Creative Hairdressing skills

• Bridal Hair

• Perform a Hair Extension service

• Product training

• Human Resource managements within the hair and beauty sector

• Business Studies & Marketing

• First Aid

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        Course Fees & Information

        Enrollments  will open soon for 2025
        Class Starts:  February 2025

        Requirements:

        For the International qualification learners need to be 16 years of age.

        Class times:

        Monday – Friday 08:00 – 16:00

        Course Fees:

        • Payment Schedule: Deposit R 18 500, 00 with enrolment and a monthly fee of R6000, 00 for 11 months, payable from 31 January 2025 to 30 November 2025.
        • These fees include your kit, uniform, Learning material, equipment, products, registration, assessment uploads, textbook and *International Exam Fees (*Which will be assessed at the end of your first year - so you can qualify after one year of study).

        Terms and conditions apply.

        Did you know?

        At Blush Academy you can earn your international Diploma after one year! -

        and still work towards your national qualification.

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        Monday - Friday 08:00 - 17:00

        Saturday 09:00 - 13:00

        Closed on public holidays

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