Waikato Trades Academy - Certificate in Service Industries Sector Level 3
Subjects available in year two
Hairdressing
Hairdressing is a creative and rewarding occupation for people with great social and communication skills. In this programme you will master the art of hair styling and many more of the necessary technical skills involved in this industry. You will also learn consulting techniques to help you provide clients with advice and information about hair and scalp care and solutions, all while gaining a valuable insight into the business side of the industry.
Beauty Therapy
Beauty Therapists play an important role in helping people look and feel their best. Applying makeup, spa services, manicures and pedicures are a few of the treatments and procedures you will master to help clients feel pampered and special. This Level 3 programme includes personal and professional requirements. You will also gain particular experience in providing all the technical aspects of nail treatments, including consultations and full gel manicures and pedicures.
Cookery
Cookery students have a passion for food and a desire to deliver a fantastic culinary experience to clients. You’ll learn basic cooking and food handling practices in Wintec’s working commercial kitchen at ‘Windows Restaurant’.
Upon completion of the programme you should be ready to take on an apprenticeship or continue into further study at Wintec. Please see www.youthguarantee.net.nz for a comprehensive list of vocational opportunities in this Pathway.
Vocational Pathway: Service Sector
Programme Modules: Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy, Cookery.
Entry Level: To move onto Year Two you are required to have completed 80% of the required credits from the Certificate in Services Industries Level 2 WTA programme, with 100% of the available credits achieved in the module subject/s you select to specialise in the Certificate in Service Industries Sector Level 3. Those who can demonstrate experience in service industry trades at secondary school, through recommendation of their Head of Technology/Trade teacher will also be considered.
NCEA Level: 3
Number of Credits: 32-39 credits
Duration of Programme: 30 days
Programme Structure: 1 day per week (8.30am - 3pm during the school term).
Location: All Service Sector year two modules will be taught in Hamilton:
- City Campus, Hamilton: Beauty Therapy, Hairdressing
- Rotokauri Campus, Hamilton: Cookery
Cost: Free to the student
Transport: To be arranged with your school and covered by WTA (if applicable)
Further Details: www.youthguarantee.net.nz
You must enrol through your school. See your Careers Advisor
Beauty Therapy Level 3 – 16 days
| Unit Standard | Module Title | Version | Level | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27172 | Perform a manicure service | 3 | 4 | 6 |
| 14139 | Demonstrate knowledge of, select, and recommend cosmetics and toiletries | 6 | 3 | 8 |
| 19592 | Provide reception services for the beauty industry | 6 | 3 | 4 |
| Total credits | 18 |
Hairdressing Level 3 – 16 days
| Unit Standard | Module Title | Version | Level | Credits |
| 28844 | Demonstrate knowledge of professional behaviour and legal requirements | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 28843 | Demonstrate knowledge of personal health and hygiene, and self-styling, for working in a salon | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| 2866 | Shampoo hair and scalp | 6 | 3 | 4 |
| 25790 | Select, and demonstrate safe handling of hairdressing equipment and hand held tools | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| 2878 | Apply knowledge of hair and scalp conditions to analyse and select corrective treatments for the hair and scalp | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Total credits | 15 |
Cookery Level 3 – 16 days
| Unit Standard | Module Title | Version | Level | Credits |
| 13300 | Prepare and cook basic stocks, sauces and soups in a commercial kitchen | 5 | 3 | 5 |
| 13314 | Prepare and cook egg dishes in a commercial kitchen | 6 | 3 | 4 |
| 13315 | Prepare and cook rice and farinaceous dishes in a commercial kitchen | 5 | 3 | 6 |
| 20666 | Demonstrate basic knowledge of contamination hazards and control methods used in a food business | 6 | 2 | 2 |
| 24526 | Apply safe working practices in a commercial kitchen | 4 | 2 | 4 |
| Total credits | 21 |