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Hair and Beauty

Help people look and feel their best with a rewarding career as a hairdresser or beauty therapist.

Study hairdressing and gain essential skills while mastering techniques such as hairstyling, colouring, and basic haircutting. Our beauty therapy programme covers a wide range of services, including face and body care, applying makeup and eye enhancement treatments, hair removal, facials, spray tanning, and manicures.

You will learn hands-on and apply practical skills in the Wintec Urban Spa. This purpose-built salon and spa provides industry experiences to develop your skills and knowledge further while working with real clients.

Explore our programmes below and transform your tomorrow at Wintec.


"Where I come from, there are no beauty services for women – I am determined to change that. Studying again is a big change, but I love being back in the classroom. Long term, my dream is to set up a home-based salon back in the Chathams."

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Upcoming events

  • Career Choices Day 2025

    Ready to discover what’s possible? Join us for an action-packed day at our Hamilton City Campus where you’ll get a real taste of student life and explore the exciting pathways available to you in 2026!

  • All Subjects Information Session

    Are you considering your study options for 2026 or in the future? Our All Subjects Information Session provides the perfect opportunity to find out how you can get started!

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