Barber/Hairstylist

Job requirements

Languages

English

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

or equivalent experience

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment, Repetitive tasks, Manual dexterity, Attention to detail, Hand-eye co-ordination, Standing for extended periods

Personal Suitability

Flexibility, Team player, Client focus, Dependability, Judgement, Reliability, Effective interpersonal skills

Barber Specific Skills

Cut and trim hair according to client's instructions or preferences, Shave and trim beards and mustaches, Provide other hair treatment, such as waving, straightening and tinting and also provide scalp conditioning massages

Hair Colouring Techniques

Bleach, Dyes/tints, Frosting, Streaking/highlights

Hair Styling Techniques

Blow drying, Iron waving/curling, Permanents, Extensions, Twisting, Locking, Relaxing, Spiking, Roller setting

Work Setting

Barbershop or hairstyling salon/studio

Hairstylist Specific Skills

Analyze hair and scalp condition and provide basic treatment or advice on beauty care treatments for scalp and hair, Clean and style wigs and hair pieces, Suggest hair style compatible with client's physical features or determine style from client's instructions and preferences, Cut, trim, taper, curl, wave, perm and style hair, Apply bleach, tints, dyes or rinses to colour, frost or streak hair, Apply hair extensions

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

Barbering Trade Certification, Hairstylist Licence