Course and Careers Guide - Headmasters Hairdressing Academy

Headmasters Advanced Academy Training is the most respected 

hairdressing, beauty therapy and fashion design academy in 

Melbourne. Centrally located in Collins Street, the heart of Melbourne’s 

fashion precinct, Headmasters has a proud tradition of producing 

talented hairdressers, beauty therapists, spa managers and fashion 

designers who are all industry ready. 

In 1997 Donna and Wayne Gannon accepted the challenge 

to raise the standard of skills, training and service in the 

Hairdressing and Beauty industry, successfully establishing a 

benchmark training and learning institution – Headmasters 

Academy. 

Donna and Wayne are acknowledged as established leaders in 

Hairdressing and Beauty, with over four decades of experience 

and practice supporting their training and education 

programs. They have owned and operated successful salons, 

distributed products and represented the Hairdressing and 

Beauty industry both nationally and internationally. Wayne is 

a recipient of the prestigious Medal of Honour awarded by 

La Confederation Internationale de La Coiffure, the highest 

international Award in the Hairdressing industry. 

With such professional standing, Headmasters was embraced 

from the first student intake by apprentices and employers 

alike. Headmasters is one of the largest private providers of 

Hairdressing training in Australia. Many of Melbourne’s leading 

salons rely on the skills and expertise of Headmasters to 

develop the talent and potential of the future leading stylists 

and beauty / day spa therapists. 

Headmasters provides a fun and friendly environment with 

professional facilitators and state-of-the-art facilities for 

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students to explore their new industry and complete their 

training. Students are welcomed from all parts of the world 

and mix with local students to learn the latest creative and 

innovative techniques and graduate with leading edge skills. 

International students now make up part of Headmasters 

student body providing diversity in culture and community 

and a global view of hairdressing and beauty. From afar afield 

as England, France, Canada, China, Zimbabwe, Egypt, Japan, 

Korea and India, students from 44 countries have come to 

Headmasters as the premier training institute in Australia. 

Headmasters has a strong international reputation with alumni 

successfully employed and now running their own business in 

many different countries. 

A wise man once said, “it’s the journey not the destination 

that’s important”. Headmasters philosophy recognises both 

the value of endeavour and the end goal with students 

graduating highly skilled as well as keen to keep testing their 

own boundaries. Headmasters students have fun as they 

make their own future. Leading salons, such as Rokk Ebony, 

Shibui, Falcone Hairdressing, Hennesy Lane, Masci Hair & 

Spa and Rakis, all send their apprentices to Headmasters 

with certain knowledge of leading edge training and 

specialist facilitators.

WORKSHOPS • PaSSiOnate FacilitatORS • JOb Placement aSSiStance • cOmPuteR labS 

Student lOungeS • cOmPetitiOn tRaining • Student cOmmittee • gRaduatiOn 

Working in real life situations is essential for success in the 

hairdressing, beauty and fashion industry. Headmasters 

students gain salon experience from day one. 

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AwArds 

Headmasters Championships & Awards Night remains 

a highlight on the calendar with no other hairdressing 

or beauty college attracting as much attention from the 

industry as well as the next generation of up and coming 

Hairdressers, Beauty Therapists, Fashion Designers and 

Make Up Artists. It’s a glamorous evening celebrating 

student success, passion and commitment with hairdressing, 

beauty and fashion industry icons. 

The Championships consist of a range of competitions 

allowing Headmasters students to display their skills, attitudes 

and artistic ability to peers and the wider world in an evening 

showcase of talent and excitement, in true Paris and Milan 

style, through an extraordinary catwalk model parade. 

Each year the student with the highest judges’ scores is 

awarded Headmasters Champion with a valuable cash prize. 

Hilton on the Park hosted the event in 2009 and saw Daniella 

Barca, from Rokk Ebony, winning the coveted prize. All entrants 

produce truly amazing work, receive valuable competition 

training and have electrifying fun at the same time. 

Wayne and donna gannon with daniella 

induStRy aWaRdS & cOmPetitiOnS 

Headmasters is renowned in the industry and around the 

world as an award winning academy. Headmasters students 

and facilitators constantly participate in and win awards and 

competitions year round. Some of these include Battle of 

the Colleges, Hair & Beauty Industry Association Student of 

the Year awards, Australia Hairdressing Championships and 

International Hairstylist Society (IHS) Competitions. 

Student OF tHe mOntH / yeaR 

Students are committed to achieving their ambition of 

successful course completion and recognised industry 

qualifications. Headmasters rewards these students through 

recognition of achievement with Student of the Month awards 

for Apprenticeship, Hairdressing, Fashion and Beauty. Each 

student receives a certificate and a Cinema Gift card for their 

achievement with a photo taken and framed in Headmasters 

‘Hall of Fame’. 

The Student of the Year award is one of Headmasters most 

prestigious awards and is presented to the most outstanding 

student at the industry’s most glamorous event - Headmasters 

Championships & Awards Night. 

HeadmaSteRS cHamPiOn 2009 

daniella baRca 

Headmasters appealed to me over any other training 

academy because of its excitement and passion for the 

industry. I wanted to be taught and surrounded by people 

who are obsessed about hair as I am! 

Currently I am working with Rokk Ebony and really enjoy 

entering hair competitions and session styling. I was so excited 

to win the Headmasters Championship. I love taking all 

opportunities that come my way and I am loving it. 

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short Courses 

And study tours 

SHORt cOuRSeS and WORKSHOPS 

Short courses and workshops are a great way to develop your 

skills and enhance your knowledge. Headmasters has a range 

of hosted guest speakers and key industry experts offering 

short courses in specialist areas. Short courses and workshops 

are all individually designed with a variety of times, dates and 

settings to suit busy people and businesses. All short courses 

assist in further developing particular skills in an identified field 

or broadening knowledge or the industry as a whole. 

Note: These courses are not CRICOS registered and not 

suitable to international students applying to study in Australia. 

For more information about our 

short courses and study tours visit 

headmasters.com.au 

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Study tOuRS 

Tailored study tours offering an ideal mix between specialised 

training sessions and cultural activities can be designed to 

meet the needs of student and/or teacher groups interested 

in gaining a comprehensive and rewarding understanding of 

Australian life. 

A wise man once said, 

“It’s the journey not the destination 

that’s important”.

hAir 

An Introduction to 

Hairdressing courses and careers 

Hairdressing is a creative and exciting world. Career potential in 

the hairdressing industry is boundless and limited only by you. As a 

qualified hairdresser you have skills to make people beautiful and 

make a positive change in your clients’ lives. You can choose to 

become a stylist or colour technician, perhaps a technical advisor 

or you can choose to own your own salon. Some Hairdressers have 

also created their own signature product range and regularly work 

with celebrity clients. 

Many stylists simply enjoy their art and creativity, applying their 

skills and experience and working behind the scenes on fashion 

shoots and shows or even in television, film and stage. Combine 

hairdressing with travel and visit fascinating places around the 

world. Work on a cruise ship or an exotic hotel with glamorous 

guests desperate for your skills and experience. 

With experience, you may choose to share your passion and 

knowledge and train other hairdressers in a college environment 

or with a specialist product company, using your communication 

expertise, to highlight and promote skills and techniques. 

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Where can a hairdressing 

career take you? 

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A salon stylist makes people look and feel good 

Travel the world – Australian hairdressers are highly sought after 

Work on cruise ships – see the world for free and make money at 

the same time! 

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Work in film, stage and television – rub shoulders with the stars! 

Become a sessional hairdresser for photographic fashion shoots 

Work as a technical advisor or salon consultant for a product 

company 

diPlOma OF HaiRdReSSing SalOn management 

Salon owner/manager – low cost, flexible business with great 

personal and financial rewards 

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I chose Headmasters to complete my Hairdressing training 

because of the quality of the facilities, the location as well as 

the enthusiastic facilitators and the extra time they put into 

training us with Competitions. 

I love the freedom of being able to express my creativity as 

well as the overall hair industry culture of friendship & work/ 

life balance.

Pathway to degree 

maSteR OF buSineSS 

adminiStRatiOn 

bacHelOR OF buSineSS 

WRH50106 diPlOma OF HaiRdReSSing 

SalOn management CRICOS CODE 059154F 

WRH40106 ceRtiFicate iV in HaiRdReSSing 

CRICOS CODE 059153G 

WRH30106 ceRtiFicate iii in HaiRdReSSing 

CRICOS CODE 059152G 

Subject Listing 

WRH20106 ceRtiFicate ii in HaiRdReSSing 

duration: 8 weeks, average 28 hours per week 

CRICOS Code: 069385G 

cORe 

WRHCS201A Prepare clients for salon services 

WRHCS202A Maintain tools and equipment 

WRHCS204A Maintain and organise work areas 

WRHCS205A Follow personal health and safety routines at work 

WRHCS206A Perform head, neck and shoulder massage 

WRHCS207A Develop hairdressing industry knowledge 

WRHHD201A Dry hair to shape 

WRRCS1B Communicate in the workplace 

WRRER1B Work effectively in a retail environment 

WRRLP1B Apply safe working practices 

Holmes Institute 

Holmesglen Institute of TAFE or Holmes Institute 

The ultimate hairdressing qualification! It provides you with the 

knowledge and ability to manage a salon or own and operate your 

own salon. 

Designed for qualified hairdressers who wish to further their 

training and development of their technical skills 

Designed as the standard entry level qualification for the 

hairdressing industry. With a qualification recognised overseas, you 

will have the freedom and flexibility to work as you travel the world. 

electiVeS (all must be completed) 

WRHCL201A Apply temporary hair colour and remove residual 

colour products 

WRRS1B Sell products and services 

WRHWP201A Assist colleagues providing multiple salon services as a 

team member 

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duration: 12 months, average 21 hours per week 


cORe 

WRBCS201B Conduct financial transactions 

WRBCS203B Provide service to clients 

WRHCL302A Colour and lighten hair 

WRHCL303A Design and perform full and partial highlighting 

techniques 

WRHCL304A Perform colour correction 

WRHCR302A Perform chemical curling and volumising services 

WRHCR303A Perform chemical straightening and relaxing services 

WRHCS201A Prepare clients for salon services 

WRHCS202A Maintain tools and equipment 

WRHCS204A Maintain and organise work areas 

WRHCS205A Follow personal health and safety routines at work 

WRHHC301A Design haircut structures 

WRHHC302A Apply one length / solid haircut structures 

WRHHC303A Apply graduated haircut structures 

WRHHC304A Apply layered haircut structures 

WRHHC305A Apply over-comb techniques 

WRHHD303A Design and apply short to medium-length hair design 

finishes 

WRHHS301A Apply the principles of hairdressing science 

WRHHS302A Consult with clients and treat hair and scalp conditions 





cOmPulSORy electiVe 

WRHHC306A Combine haircut structures on women 


WRHHC307A Combine haircut structures for traditional and classic 

designs on men 

WRHHD202A Apply single, two and three strand braiding techniques 

WRHWP302A Operate effectively as a hairdresser in a salon work team 

WRRS2B Advise on products and services 

WRRSS15B Recommend hair/beauty/cosmetic products 

WRHCS206A Perform head, neck and shoulder massage 

WRH40106 ceRtiFicate iV in HaiRdReSSing 



cORe 

WRHCL305A Perform on scalp full head and re-touch bleach 

services 

WRHCL406A Solve complex colour problems 

WRHHC410A Design and perform creative haircuts 

WRHHD304A Design and apply long hair design finishes 

WRHHD406A Work as a session stylist 

WRRER2B Coordinate work teams 

WRRLP3B Maintain store safety 


TAADEL301A Provide training through instruction and 

demonstration of work skills 

WRBFS202B Design and apply make-up 

WRBFS203B Design and apply make-up for photography 

WRHHD405A Select and apply hair extensions 

entRy RequiRement 

Completion of WRH30106 Certificate III in Hairdressing 

or its equivalent 

WRH50106 

diPlOma OF HaiRdReSSing SalOn management 


CRICOS Code: 059154F 

cORe 

WRHSM501A Manage hairdressing services and sales delivery 

WRHSM502A Promote a hairdressing business 

BSBSBM406A Manage finances 

WRRO3B Provide a safe working environment 

WRRPM2B Recruit and select personnel 

WRRPM3B Lead and manage people 


BSBFLM507A Manage quality customer service 

BSBMKG404A Forecast market and business needs 

BSBSBM404A Undertake business planning 

WRBCS513B Investigate new products and services

BeAuty 

An introduction to 

Beauty courses and careers 

The beauty industry is constantly changing and evolving, with new 

directions, techniques and products being introduced into the market 

place at a vibrant pace. The excitement is illustrated well through 

the number of salons and spas opening and they all need qualified 

practitioners to make them successful. Job opportunities abound – 

offering work variety and endless career possibilities. 

As a Headmasters student you will be trained in an encouraging 

and modern environment with part of your training conducted in 

a commercial salon to make you job ready and totally familiar with 

beauty therapist work. 

Beauty therapy can provide many different pathways including 

working in the rapidly growing spa industry, working as a technical 

advisor or salon consultant for a product (make-up, skin care or 

fragrance) company where you could mentor therapists, salon and 

spa owners or become a successful salon owner with great personal 

and financial rewards. 

Beauty therapists are able to travel the world as Australian Beauty 

therapists are highly sought after in Europe and the US and especially 

on cruise ships where you can see the world for free and make money 

at the same time! 

Beauty therapists can work in film, stage and television and rub 

shoulders with the stars or do makeup for photo shoots, catwalk and 

weddings. Another career path in the Beauty therapy industry is to 

become a trainer/facilitator in a Beauty academy and have the joy of 

mentoring and developing the next generation of therapists. 

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Where can a beauty 


ceRtiFicate iii in nail tecHnOlOgy 

Become a nail technician and enjoy the creativity 

diPlOma OF beauty tHeRaPy 

Become a Beauty therapist or beauty salon manager 

Make up for bridal, catwalk, photo shoots 

Salon owner or manager 

Work internationally – Australian Beauty therapists are highly sought 

in the US & Europe 

Work on a cruise ship – travel the world for free 

Work in film, stage and television 

Work as a technical advisor or salon consultant for a product company 

adVanced diPlOma SPa (management) 

Spa owner – flexible business with great personal and financial rewards 

in the rapidly growing spa industry 

Our flagship program 

Unique to Headmasters Academy, the Advanced Diploma of Spa 

(Management) 21754VIC provides a great advantage for Beauty 

therapists by providing further training and a higher qualification 

especially for managers.


maSteR OF buSineSS adminiStRatiOn 

bacHelOR 

OF buSineSS 

21754Vic adVanced diPlOma 

OF SPa management CRICOS 

Code: 059530J 

WRb50105 diPlOma OF beauty tHeRaPy 


WRb40105 ceRtiFicate iV in beauty tHeRaPy 

CRICOS Code: 057260J 

Wee teng lOW, malaySia, 

adVanced diPlOma OF SPa management 

Headmasters is a multi cultural school and has a good 

environment to study. All of the facilitators are nice and I enjoy 

the group activities, practical tasks and working in Headmasters 

beauty salon. 

The beauty and spa industry will give me the opportunity to 

work around the world such as working on cruise ships, I can 

meet different people and I enjoy doing their treatments. 

Headmasters has helped in my career by encouraging me and 

teaching me to be a professional. 

Holmes Institute 

Holmesglen Institute of TAFE or Holmes Institute (Degree) 

Headmasters Academy (Advanced Diploma) 

The ultimate Beauty therapy qualification! It enables you to perform 

all beauty services and provides you with the knowledge and ability to 

manage a salon 

Designed as an advanced qualification, enabling Beauty therapists to 

enhance the body and face of their clients 


WRb20204 ceRtiFicate ii in maKe-uP SeRViceS 

duration: 16 weeks, average 24.5 hours per week 


cORe 


WRBFS203B Design and apply make-up for photography 

WRRM2B Perform routine housekeeping duties 

WRBCS202A Apply techniques to update beauty industry knowledge 


WRBFS201B Demonstrate retail skin care products 


WRBFS204B Design and apply remedial camouflage 




WRRM1B Merchandise products 


electiVeS (All must be completed) 

WRBBS201B Provide manicure and pedicare services 

WRBCS204A Apply knowledge of nail science to nail services 

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WRb20304 ceRtiFicate ii in Retail cOSmetic SeRViceS 


CRICOS Code: 069388E 

cORe 




WRBFS201B Demonstrate retail skin care products 


WRRCA1B Operate retail equipment 



WRRI1B Perform stock control procedures 






WRRLP2B Minimise theft 

WRRM5A Monitor in-store visual merchandising display 

WRb20104 ceRtiFicate ii in nail tecHnOlOgy 


CRICOS Code: 069387F 

cORe 





WRBCS204A Apply knowledge of nail science to nail service 







WRBBS202A Apply gel nail enhancement 


WRBBS203A Apply acrylic nail enhancement 

WRb30204 ceRtiFicate iii in nail tecHnOlOgy 


CRICOS Code: 069390M 

cORe 




WRBBS204B Apply nail art 

WRBBS305B Use electrical equipment for nails 








WRRLP1B Apply safe work practices 




WRBBS306A Apply airbrushed nail art 

BSBSBM403A Promote the business 

WRR07A Profile a retail market 

BSBMKG404A Forecast market and business needs 

BSBSBM301A Research business opportunities 

BSBSBM401A Establish business and legal requirements 

WRb30104 ceRtiFicate iii in beauty SeRViceS 


CRICOS Code: 069389D 

cORe 






WRBCS305A Apply knowledge of skin biology to beauty treatments 

WRBCS306B Advise on beauty services 

WRBFS305B Provide lash and brow treatments

WRBSS302B Provide temporary epilation and bleaching treatments 



WRRLP1B Apply safe work practices 







WRBBS204B Apply nail art 

WRBBS305B Use electrical equipment for nails 

WRBBS306A Apply airbrushed nail art 


WRb40105 ceRtiFicate iV in beauty tHeRaPy 



cORe 







WRBCS407A Develop a treatment plan for beauty therapy treatments 

WRBCS408A Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology to beauty 

therapy treatments 

WRBCS409A Apply knowledge of skin science to beauty therapy 

treatments 

WRBCS410A Apply knowledge of electricity to beauty therapy treatments 

WRBCS412A Apply knowledge of cosmetic chemistry to beauty therapy 

treatments 


WRBFS305B Provide lash and brow treatments 

WRBFS406B Provide facial treatments 

WRBFS407B Provide advanced facial treatments 






WRBCS411A Apply knowledge of nutrition to beauty therapy treatments 


WRBBS407B Provide body treatments 

WRBBS408B Provide aesthetic aromatic massage 

WRRER2B Coordinate work teams 

WRRS4B Build relationships with customers 

WRb50105 diPlOma OF beauty tHeRaPy 



cORe 


WRBBS407B Provide body treatments 






WRBCS408A Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology to beauty 

therapy treatments 

WRBCS409A Apply knowledge of skin science to beauty therapy 

treatments 

WRBCS410A Apply knowledge of electricity to beauty therapy treatments 


WRBCS407A Develop a treatment plan for beauty therapy treatments 

WRBCS513B Investigate new products and services 

WRBFS305B Provide lash and brow treatments 

WRBFS406B Provide facial treatments 

WRBFS407B Provide advanced facial treatments 





WRBCS412A Apply knowledge of cosmetic chemistry to beauty therapy 

treatments 

WRBCS411A Apply knowledge of nutrition to beauty therapy treatments 


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WRBSS503B Provide permanent epilation 

WRBSS504B Perform diathermy service 

WRBBS408B Provide aesthetic aromatic massage 

WRBBS514A Provide superficial lymph drainage massage 

WRBBS511A Apply aromatic plant oil chemistry to beauty treatments 

WRBBS512A Blend a range of aromatic plant oils for beauty treatments 

BSBSBM405A Monitor and manage business operations 

BSBSBM407A Manage a small team 

21754Vic adVanced diPlOma OF SPa (management) 



cORe 

WRBBS509A Plan the spa program 

WRBBS510A Provide the spa program 

WRBBS511A Apply aromatic plant oil chemistry to beauty treatments 

WRBBS512A Blend a range of aromatic plant oils for beauty treatments 

WRBBS514A Provide superficial lymph drainage massage 

WRBBS513A Use reflexology relaxation techniques in beauty treatments 

BSBMGT605A Provide leadership across the organisation 

BSBMGT606A Manage customer focus 

BSBHR602A Manage human resource strategic planning 

BSBHR603A Contribute to organisations development 

BSBMGT601A Contribute to strategic direction 

BSBMGT603A Review and develop business plans 

HLTREM6A Provide the massage treatment 

HLTREM7A Plan the massage treatment 

HLTREM8A Apply massage assessment framework 

HLTREM9A Perform massages health assessment 

SRSMAS004A Apply temperature therapy 

SRSMAS005A Apply myofacial tension techniques 

SRSMAS002A Operate in accordance with accepted massage therapy 

workplace practices and ethics 

SRSMAS003A Implement, monitor and adjust a massage therapy 

treatment plan 

SRXFAC007B Manage the provision of equipment and consumables 

SRXEVT005B Manage special events 

THHGLE20B Develop and update the legal knowledge required for 

business compliance 

THHGLE22A Manage risk 

entRy RequiRementS 

Completion of WRB50105 Diploma of Beauty Therapy 

or its equivalent.

FAshion 

An Introduction to 

Fashion courses and careers 

Imagine seeing your original work being worn by people you pass on the 

street and in stores. Imagine getting paid to dress people and make them 

feel good about themselves. Fashion designers don’t imagine – they just 

do. A fashion designer is a creative yet still technical person who designs 

clothing and apparel within a specific theme for a particular purpose or 

market. 

Fashion design is a career for the imaginative and creative and distinctive. 

There are many fashion design career pathways to choose from including 

creating new fashion through your own label or working with a well known 

design house. Other career options include creative, technical or textile 

designer or sketcher, cutter or patternmaker. A qualification in fashion 

design will give you choice across many industries within studio, design, 

manufacturing, retail and tailoring. 


bacHelOR OF deSign aRtS (FaSHiOn 

deSign) 

lmt50307 diPlOma OF aPPlied FaSHiOn 

deSign & tecHnOlOgy 

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Where can a fashion 


ceRtiFicate iii in aPPlied FaSHiOn deSign & tecHnOlOgy 

Learn what it is like to work in the clothing and textiles industry 

Become a junior working in the fashion industry 

ceRtiFicate iV in aPPlied FaSHiOn deSign & tecHnOlOgy 

Become an assistant fashion designer or patternmaker 

Set up your own business as a garment repairs or alteration specialist 

Other work in the industry includes employment as CAD operators, 

production assistants/managers and buyers 

This course will also help you make an informed decision about pursuing 

further training at Diploma level in order to advance in the industry 

diPlOma OF aPPlied FaSHiOn deSign & tecHnOlOgy 

Graduates of this course are sought after in the clothing industry as 

fashion designer assistants, patternmakers, graders and CAD operators 

Lots of opportunities exist for independent employment as fashion stylists 

and consultants 

Become involved in fashion production, brand management or merchandising 

Australian Academy of Design 

Provides the skills for employment as an advanced pattern maker 

or an assistant designer. 

Extends the core skills of Certificate III and covers the underpinning 

knowledge and skills for progression to the Diploma qualification level 

Designed as an introductory overview of fashion design, this course 

provides a basic understanding of design and pattern making skills


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CRICOS Code 067719G 

cORe 

LMTGN2001B Follow defined OHS policies and procedures 

LMTGN2002B Apply quality standards 

LMTCL2001B Use a sewing machine 

LMTCL2003B Identify fibers and fabrics 

LMTFD2005B Identify design process for fashion designs 

LMTFD2001B Design and produce a simple garment 

SPecialiSt unitS 

LMTGN2003B Work in the textiles, clothing and footwear industry 

LMTCL2004B Sew components 

LMTCL2010B Modify patterns to create basic styles 

LMTCL2011B Draw and interpret a basic sketch 

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CRICOS Code: 067720C 

mandatORy unitS a 


LMTGN2002B Apply quality standards 

LMTCL2001B Use a sewing machine 



LMTFD2001B Design and produce a simple garment 

LMTCL2004B Sew components 



LMTCL3001B Identify fabric performance and handling requirements 

mandatORy unitS b 

LMTGN2003B Work in the textiles clothing and footwear industry 


LMTCL3002B Prepare and produce sewn garment 

LMTCL3003B Perform garment repairs and alterations 

LMTFD3003B Prepare design concept for a simple garment 

LMTCL3006B Assemble bra or swimwear 

LMTCL3007B Embellish garment by hand or machine 

OPen electiVeS 

LMTGN2004B Work in a team environment 

LMTGN3002B Organise and plan own work to achieve planned outcomes 

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duration: 64 Weeks, average 20 hours per week 

CRICOS Code: 067721B 

mandatORy unitS 







LMTFD4001B Apply design studio process 

LMTFD4006B Interact and network with fashion industry participants 


LMTCL3009B Develop patterns from a block using basic patternmaking 

principles 

LMTFD3004B Draw a trade drawing for fashion design 

LMTFD4002B Apply principles of colour theory to fashion design 

development 

LMTFD4003B Assist in preparation of preliminary design concepts 

LMTFD4004B Calculate cost estimates for fashion products 

LMTFD4005B Communicate and sell design concepts 

LMTFD4007B Conduct quality assurance for patterns and garments 

LMTFD4008B Construct stock size block for garment to meet size and fit 

specifications 

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LMTFD4010B Create pattern to meet design specifications applying 

advanced patternmaking principles 

LMTFD4011B Cut fabrics for prototype designs 

LMTFD4012B Develop product specifications for fashion design 

LMTFD4013B Grade 2D patterns 

LMTFD4018B Use and apply sizing systems appropriate for fashion design 

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LMTFD4015B Create pattern from block to meet customer specifications 

LMTFD4016B Sew design prototypes 

LMTFD4019B Use colourisation techniques on fabric 

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CRICOS Code: 067722A 

mandatORy unitS 







LMTFD4001B Apply design studio process 

LMTFD4006B Interact and network with fashion industry participants 

LMTFD4012B Develop product specifications for fashion design 


LMTFD5016B Grade shaped patterns 

LMTFD5014B Construct complex blocks for fashion garments 

LMTFD3004B Draw a trade drawing for fashion design 

LMTCL3009B Develop patterns from a block using basic patternmaking 

principles 

LMTFD4002B Apply principles of colour theory to fashion design 

development 

LMTFD4003B Assist in preparation of preliminary design concepts 

LMTFD4004B Calculate cost estimates for fashion products 

LMTFD4005B Communicate and sell design concepts 

LMTFD4007B Conduct quality assurance for patterns and garments 

LMTFD4008B Construct stock size block for garment to meet size and fit 

specifications 

LMTFD4010B Create pattern to meet design specifications applying 

advanced pattern making principles 

LMTFD4011B Cut fabrics for prototype designs 

LMTFD4013B Grade 2D patterns 

LMTFD4016B Sew design prototypes 

LMTFD4017B Source materials and resources for production of fashion 

designs 

LMTFD4018B Use and apply sizing systems appropriate for fashion design 

LMTFD5001B Design bras and swimwear 

LMTFD5002B Develop and test patterns for bras and swimwear 

LMTFD5003B Analyse fit model 

LMTFD5010B Develop and present design concepts within specific 

guidelines 

LMTFD4021B Drape fabrics to make patterns 

LMTFD5012B Perform contour draping 


LMTFD4014B Identify influences on contemporary fashion designs and 

construction techniques 

LMTFD5007B Analyse influences on contemporary fashion designs 

LMTFD5013B Develop merchandising plans for fashion products

CertiFiCAte iV in 

trAining And Assessment 

LOCAL STUDENTS ONLY 

An introduction to 

Training and Assessment 

Move into the next phase of your career with the Certificate IV in Training and 

Assessment. Get the edge over other candidates and become a qualified 

Training facilitator – pass on your knowledge to the future up and coming 

talent. You’ll have the knowledge to train, re-skill others and pass on your 

expertise. 

The opportunities are endless! 

Where can a qualification 

in Training and Assessment take you? 

Perform in the role of a skilled trainer, facilitator or assessor in the workplace 

or at a Registered Training Organisation. Learn how to deliver and train in any 

industry area or subject matter of expertise and how to assess competency. 

RecOgnitiOn OF PRiOR leaRning FOR 

bSZ40198 ceRtiFicate iV in aSSeSSment and WORKPlace tRaining 

The TAA40104 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment has now replaced 

the BSZ40198 Certificate IV in Assessment and Workplace Training. If you 

have already completed the BSZ40198 Certificate IV in Assessment and 

Workplace Training you can claim Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) in 

some units reducing the duration of the program. 

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment is only available to Australian residents 


taa40104 ceRtiFicate iV in tRaining and aSSeSSment 

duration: 26 weeks, part-time (flexible options available) 

cORe 

TAAENV401A Work effectively in vocational education and training 

TAAENV402A Foster and promote an inclusive learning culture 

TAAENV403A Ensure a healthy and safe learning environment 

TAADES401A Use Training Packages to meet client needs 

TAADES402A Design and develop learning programs 

TAADEL401A Plan and organise group based delivery 

TAADEL403A Facilitate individual learning 

TAADEL403A Facilitate work-based learning 

TAAASS401A Plan and organise assessment 

TAAASS402A Assess competence 

TAAASS403A Develop assessment tools 

TAAASS404A Participate in assessment validation 

electiVeS 

TAADEL402A Facilitate group-based learning 

TAALLN401A Address language, literacy and numeracy issues within learning 

and assessment practice 

entRy RequiRementS 

You must be an Australian Citizen or Resident to undertake TAA40104 

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment at Headmasters. 

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ApprentiCeships 

And Vet 

LOCAL STUDENTS ONLY 

Apprenticeships 

An apprenticeship provides an advantage in the job market; showing 

employers a candidate has both practical experience, job ready skills, an 

aptitude to learn and a recognised qualification. 

Prospective apprentices are able to contact Headmasters and request a listing 

of employers seeking apprentices. Other alternatives include looking at jobs 

ads, searching through the national jobs database, registering at an Australian 

Apprenticeships Centre or seeking advice from their school. 

Once an employer has offered an apprenticeship, the apprentice and 

the employer complete a signed training contract with an Australian 

Apprenticeship Centre and nominated Registered Training Organisation, such 

as Headmasters who can provide the necessary training qualification. 

An Australian Apprenticeship Centre (AAC) representative will visit the 

workplace to complete the training contract with the employer and 

apprentice. Contact the AAC on 13 38 73 or australianapprenticeships.gov.au 

for more information. 

Apprenticeships and VET are only available to Australian residents 

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VET 

VOcatiOnal educatiOn and tRaining in ScHOOlS 

VET in Schools, a vocationally oriented program for Years 10, 11 and 12 VCE 

or VCAL students, allows students to undertake training at Headmasters one 

day a week while still studying. The program gives students an opportunity 

to gain their VCAL/VCE as well as employment experience in the workplace. 

On completion of the VETiS program students may be eligible to receive a 

Certificate II in Hairdressing, Certificate II in Makeup Services or Cerificate II in 

Applied Fashion Design and Technology. 

School based apprentices, trained by Headmasters can work toward gaining 

a Certificate III in Hairdressing, while studying VCAL/VCE. Students are 

able to study at secondary school and pursue an ambition of becoming a 

hairdresser with a nationally recognised qualification. The School Based 

Australian Apprenticeship program sees students working part time in a salon 

gaining valuable skills and work experience as well as attending Headmasters 

Academy to attain further vocational training. Assessment is competency 

based following training received. Talk to Headmasters or a school careers 

adviser for more information.

eCognition oF 

prior LeArning 

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is used to evaluate qualifications gained 

from other formal studies or training. If you are granted RPL you may be able to 

complete your course in a shorter amount of time. 

HOW dO i aPPly? 

1. The first step is to identify the modules or competency units in which 

credit will be sought. Headmasters can help you with this process. 

2. Next, evidence of prior learning or current competence needs to be 

gathered. Types of evidence include: 

o Samples of work 

o Demonstration of knowledge or skills 

o Statements from third parties 

o Challenge tests for knowledge or skills 

o Documents indicating knowledge or skills 

o Interviews 

3. You will need to align your evidence of knowledge and skills to the 

module or competency unit. This can be done by you if you have 

sufficient information or you can ask for assistance from Headmasters. 

4. If your evidence appears to support your claim for credit, submit the RPL 

application for assessment. A qualified assessor will make a judgment 

based on the evidence. 

5. Receive and review the result. If you are unsuccessful the assessor will 

give an explanation to ensure that you are satisfied. 

HOW mucH eVidence dO i need? 

Assessors usually look for at least two types of evidence to support any RPL 

claim. Physical evidence such as a demonstration of skill can’t be disputed and 

will be seen as strongly supporting your application. In almost all cases the 

credit being sought will involve both skill and knowledge so an interview or 

knowledge test should be expected. 

WHat aRe tHe aSSeSSORS lOOKing FOR? 

The assessors can only give you credit if they judge that your skill and 

knowledge is equal to, or greater than, the skill and knowledge required to 

pass the module or achieve the competency unit. The assessor can only judge 

you on the evidence you give them so that evidence must show the required 

skill and knowledge. 

WHat dOeS it cOSt? 

RPL is charged on a fee for service basis. The fees for RPL may vary because 

the assessments are different for each applicant and some take much more 

time than others. 

Headmasters will provide an estimate to applicants at the time of application. 

cRedit tRanSFeR 

Where you have completed the identical unit of competency at another 

Registered Training Organisation, you can apply for a credit transfer rather 

than RPL. Headmasters recognises qualifications and statements of attainment 

from Australian Registered Training Providers. 

Where RPL is granted, the course duration will be reduced accordingly. 

Headmasters will advise DIAC of any reduced duration in international 

students study duration. 

For more information about RPL contact 

a Headmasters representative 

Call +613 9650 7300 

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why study in 

meLBourne? 

Situated on the Yarra River and around Port Phillip Bay, Melbourne has 

beautiful beaches and excellent water sport facilities. It is a spacious city with 

many parks, gardens, sporting venues, and scenic places that the Australian 

space and natural resources allow. Attractions are many, including: 

Melbourne Grand Prix 

Crown Casino and Entertainment complex 

Melbourne Zoo 

Queen Victoria Market 

St Kilda beach 

Shopping precincts 

Botanical Gardens 

National Gallery of Victoria 

Docklands living and entertainment precinct 

Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) 

Melbourne has excellent public transport which allows locals and tourists alike 

easy access to work, education and recreation. Melbourne has a temperature 

climate with four distinct seasons and significant changes in temperature, 

ranging from around 30°C to 35°C in Summer to around 12°C in Winter. 

The Melbourne people are friendly and work and play well together, making 

this city one of the safest in the world. Students are welcomed and play an 

important part in the character of the city. 

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pArtnerships 

Headmasters strong partnership arrangements with other successful organisations provide 

valuable student experiences and additional opportunities to explore. 

Holmesglen is one of the largest learning institutes of its kind in Australia 

with a well deserved reputation for excellence. Many of Headmasters 

students study English at Holmesglen prior to commencing their studies at 

Headmasters. As VCAL grows as a pathway into the vocations, Headmasters 

trains VCAL students from Holmesglen’s unique VCAL college situated at the 

Moorabbin campus. 

Graduates of Headmasters Diploma of Hairdressing Salon Management and 

Diploma of Beauty Therapy can articulate into the Holmesglen Bachelor of 

Business (Executive Administration). 

Holmes Institute is a highly respected training organisation, Headmasters 

offers articulation into the Holmes Bachelor degrees which can lead to a 

Masters of Business Administration. 

Paul Mitchell, one of the largest hairdressing product companies in the 

world has an exclusive relationship with Headmasters to provide their unique 

products for students use during their training. Paul Mitchell is recognised for its 

innovative approach to product development and use of natural products, and 

was the first company in the Hairdressing industry to take an environmentally 

friendly approach to their formulations and ingredients. Paul Mitchell’s stateof-the-art 

colour system ‘The Colour’ cultivates the technical knowledge of 

Headmasters students – promoting forward thinking, seasonal hair design 

and colour work that cares for the condition of hair. Paul Mitchell uses their 

knowledge and expertise to complement Headmasters training, ultimately 

producing talent equipped to raise the standard of Australian hairdressing. 

The Australian Academy of Design is a government approved degreeawarding 

higher education institution. It educates students to become 

adaptable and creative thinkers who are capable of becoming highly 

successful professionals and industry leaders. 

Headmasters offers a pathway for credit to its graduates of the Diploma of 

Applied Fashion and Design into the Academy’s Bachelor of Design Arts 

(Fashion Design). 

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Admission 

lOcal Student admiSSiOn PROceduReS 

1. Student invited to complete tour of Headmasters Academy and receives 

course outline and information 

2. Complete and sign enrolment application form and pay $250 application 

fee prior to orientation day 

3. Select up front payment or payment plan 

4. Deposit to be paid prior to orientation day to secure a place 

5. Confirmation letter is sent confirming student enrolment & orientation 

procedures 

inteRnatiOnal Student admiSSiOn PROceduReS 

1. Student completes and signs (student and witness) Headmasters 

Academy Application for Enrolment form. 

2. Student sends a copy of the Application For Enrolment form along with 

a copy of student passport, visa (if already in Australia), IELTS test results 

(if required) or other forms of English Language testing to Headmasters 

Academy via fax, email or in person. If student does not as yet have 

IELTS results or proof that they will be studying at an approved ELICOS 

provider before commencing at Headmasters, this can be provided 

at Step 4 of admission procedures. If the student is currently studying 

with another provider and within six months of their principal course, a 

release letter from that provider must also be submitted. 

3. Once entry requirements are met, Headmasters Academy will issue a 

Letter of Offer with an agreed start date, completion date, Overseas 

Student Health Cover (OSHC) and payment details. 

4. Once Headmasters Academy receives the student’s returned offer of 

acceptance and first fee payment installment, Headmasters Academy 

will issue a Confirmation of Enrolment (COE). Students should ensure 

all payments are clearly labelled with the complete student name as it 

appears on passport. Students are to notify Headmasters when a deposit 

has been made. 

5. Student takes COE to Immigration for visa to be approved. 

6. Student arrives at Headmasters Academy ready to attend orientation 

day. Orientation will commence at 8.45am on the date outlined in the 

Letter of Offer. Students must attend orientation. 

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ORientatiOn and inductiOn 

At orientation all new students are introduced to Headmasters and made 

familiar with the Code of Practice, policies and procedures. Orientation 

includes a complete tour of the Academy and introduction to the training 

systems used. These include training and assessment methods, units 

of competence, training plans and timetables. Students are issued with 

their own Competency Passport, which is a record of student training and 

associated student information. A timetable is also provided, however 

Headmasters Academy reserves the right to vary session allocations 

throughout the program. 

accOmmOdatiOn and cOSt OF liVing 

Headmasters can assist students to find accommodation, but not guarantee 

living arrangements. Options available range from boarding with a family, 

hostels, rented flats, houses and guest houses. Many students choose ‘share 

housing’ where a number of students live together close to the Academy. 

Average costs are: 

Full board including meals from AUD$260.00 per week 

Hostels including meals from AUD$220.00 per week 

Hostels excluding meals from AUD$180.00 per week 

apartments (1 bedroom) from AUD$200.00 per week 

Houses starting at AUD$280.00 per week 

Shared flat or house from AUD$220.00 per week 

Approximate cost of living in Melbourne is approximately 

$10,000 AUD per annum. 

undeR 18 StudentS 

International students who are under 18 years of age are required by their 

student visa to maintain adequate arrangements for accommodation, support 

and general welfare while in Australia. 

There are three ways in which a student may satisfy this requirement: 

• Live with a parent or legal guardian; or 

• Live with a suitable relative nominated by your parent or legal guardian; or 

• Agree to care arrangements for accommodation, support and general 

welfare that have been approved Headmasters

For students who select Option 3, Headmasters will organise a Headmastersapproved 

carer service to act as the student’s carer in Australia until they turn 

18 years of age. The student will also be required to live with a Headmastersapproved 

homestay host. 

Visit the Headmasters website or speak to a Headmasters representative for 

further information. 

ScHOOl age dePendentS 

School age dependents accompanying students to Australia are required to 

pay full fees if enrolled in a government or non-government school. 

auStRalian ViSa RequiRementS 

All students intending to enter Australia to study on a full-time basis must first 

obtain a Student Visa (except for students from New Zealand). Details of Visa 

applications and requirements are found in leaflets issued by the Department 

of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) entitled ‘Student Entry to Australia’ and 

‘Extension of stay in Australia as a Student’ or immi.gov.au. 

It is a requirement of entry to Australia that students are covered by Overseas 

Student Health Insurance. This can be arranged on the students’ behalf by 

Headmasters or our agents. 

WORKing WHile Studying 

DIAC issue Permission to Work Rights with your Student Visa. Students may 

only work up to 20 hours per week (outside your course hours). If you decide 

to work, you are to ensure that your studies are unaffected. 

admiSSiOn RequiRementS 

Each country has an Assessment Level for Student Visa Processing. Please 

refer to the immigration website immi.gov.au to see what Visa Subclass and 

Assessment Level your country is for the course you wish to study. 

Headmasters offer a full range of Nationally Recognised hairdressing and 

beauty courses from Certificate III courses to Advanced Diploma. These come 

under the Vocational Education Training sector (VET) Visa sub-class 572. 

All prospective students will have to demonstrate proficiency in English. 

Students from Assessment Level 3 and 4 countries can apply for relevant 

courses and must complete an IELTS test, achieving Level 5.5 not more 

than 12 months before the day on which the application was made. Once 

IELTS level 5.5 has been achieved students will then be able to enrol at 

Headmasters. 

Although it is not compulsory for students from Assessment Level 1 & 2 

countries to sit an English Language Proficiency Test such as IELTS to qualify 

for a Student Visa, it is a requirement of enrolment at Headmasters that 

the student is able to demonstrate proficiency in English as all courses at 

Headmasters are delivered in English. 

Applicants who are not proficient in the English Language will need to enrol 

in an English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS). 

Arrangements can be made to complete the ELICOS course with an ELICOS 

provider. Students will be able to enrol directly into Headmasters upon 

successful completion of an Upper Intermediate level at a chosen ELICOS 

provider. 

To find out further information about where you can undertake an IELTS test in 

your country contact Headmasters, your representative or visit ielts.org. 

eSOS FRameWORK 

International students should make themselves aware of their and 

Headmasters obligations under the ESOS Framework. ESOS information 

is available online at aei.gov.au/esos and visa information is available 

at immi.gov.au. 

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pAyment pLAns 

application Fee: $250.00 (Note: This is a non refundable fee) 

cOuRSeS OF 6 mOntHS duRatiOn OR leSS 

All fees are due prior to commencement 

cOuRSeS gReateR tHan 6 mOntHS duRatiOn 

Option 1 – Full Fee paid in advance 

Payment of full price as outlined in individual course overviews including nonrefundable 

application fee. 

Option 2 – Progressive Payments 

An initial deposit for each course of study and equipment, followed by 

progressive payments throughout your courses of study. 

Option 3 – Payment Plan 

After an initial deposit for each course a payment plan may be available on 

request. These are assessed on a case by case basis.* 

*Special conditions apply. 

cancellatiOnS 

Prior to the original scheduled start date of your initial course, but within 6 

months of the principal course of study. 

1. All cancellations must be made in writing to Headmasters. 

2. Refunds will be calculated based on Headmasters’ refund policy. 

tRanSFeRS 

On or after the original scheduled start date of your initial course, but within 6 

months of the principal course of study. 

1. All transfer applications must be made in writing to Headmasters. 

An application form is available from Student Services 

2. Refunds will be calculated based on Headmasters’ refund policy. 

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ReFund POlicy 

1. All application fees are non refundable. 

2. All requests for refunds must be made in writing to the Finance Manager, 

c/o Headmasters. 

3. If written notice of your intention to withdraw is received more than 28 

days prior to your original commencement date, then a 70% refund will 

be applied. 

4. If written notice of your intention to withdraw is received less than 28 days 

prior to your original commencement date, then a full refund for any monies 

paid in advance beyond the first six months of your course will be applied. 

5. No refunds will be made once the course commences, unless specific 

compassionate or extenuating circumstances exist, as determined by 

Headmasters, a pro-rata refund may be applied with a deduction for 

administration costs. Evidence of circumstances may be required. 

6. The cost of the equipment kit is non-refundable under any circumstances 

except in the event of a visa refusal and where the kit has not yet been 

provided to the student. 

7. Full refunds will apply to International students prior to commencement 

if the student Visa application is rejected by DIAC. A copy of the notice 

issued by DIAC will be required as proof of non acceptance except where 

a Visa is refused in circumstances where fraudulent documents were 

submitted with a Visa application, in this instance Headmasters reserves 

the rights to refuse all refund applications. 

8. Once a Visa has been granted, holding deposits are non-refundable. 

9. No refund is payable if a student’s Visa is cancelled based on noncompliance 

due to the student’s failure to meet the conditions and terms 

of the student Visa issued by DIAC to study in Australia. 

10. If approved, refunds will be processed within 28 calendar days once 

written notice is received. Refunds will be paid by cheque or electronic 

transfer to a nominated bank account. (Net of transfer fees). 

11. If Headmasters is unable to deliver the course on offer all fees for that 

course will be refunded. 

12. These procedures do not remove the right of an international student to 

take further action under Australia’s consumer protection laws.

terms And Conditions 

1. There is no reduction in fees for subject exemptions. 

2. No academic results and/or certificates will be released without full 

payment of fees. 

3. Fees are due and payable on the 1st of the month. Fees not paid by the 

15th of the month will incur a late payment fee. (Please see Headmasters 

administrative charges) 

4. Fees that are 30 days in arrears could result in the student’s enrolment 

being cancelled. For international students this could result in your 

electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE) being cancelled, this could 

impact your student Visa. 

5. Headmasters reserve the right to take legal action to collect outstanding 

fees. 

6. Headmasters does not accept any liability for any fees paid to an agent or 

third party in relation to an application for enrolment. 

7. If a student does not complete within the time frame specified within each 

eCOE, an additional charge will apply. 

8. Personal information and student details collected by Headmasters 

will be treated as confidential, however, may be made available to 

Commonwealth and State agencies and the Tuition Assurance Scheme 

(TAS) Fund Manager as per the ESOS Assurance Fund, pursuant to 

obligations under the ESOS Act (section 19) and National Code 2007. 

9. Headmasters has a well established independent Complaints and 

Appeals procedure which provides for a prompt resolution of any 

student complaints. Detailed information on the Complaints and Appeals 

process procedure is available in student’s ‘Competency Passport’ 

and Headmasters website and will be covered during the orientation 

program. 

10. On orientation day students are issued with a Student ID card and 

storage locker. Replacement items are available at a small fee. (Please see 

Headmasters administrative charges). 

11. Administrative charges are listed in full on the Headmasters website: 

headmasters.com.au details are also available in your pre-enrolment 

information package. 

tuitiOn aSSuRance ScHeme 

Headmasters is a member of the Australian Council for Private Education and 

Training (ACPET) and supports the high standard of training and behaviour 

espoused by ACPET. 

Headmasters is a member of ACPET’s Tuition Assurance Scheme for Overseas 

Students, this ensures that students can enrol confident that they have the 

support the Assurance Scheme provides. 

aRticulatiOn aRRangementS 

Headmasters have articulation agreements in place with Holmesglen Institute 

of TAFE, Holmes Colleges and Australian Academy of Design to allow students 

who have completed Diploma level qualifications to continue on to a Bachelor 

program. 

Where students require further training in English language or language, 

literacy and numeracy, Headmasters is able to organise training. 

aSSeSSment, leaRning ReSOuRceS and equiPment 

The course utilises a range of training and assessment methods. Training 

is conducted in a friendly classroom setting and within a busy commercial 

salon environment. Training is a mixture of workshops, written work, group 

discussions, debates and practical work on mannequins and clients. This 

approach means all learning styles are accommodated. Assessment within 

this program includes a range of approaches including project work, 

demonstration of skills on clients and/or mannequins, role plays, participation 

in discussions and debates, written and oral presentations. 

Headmasters has modern facilities where you will receive commercial salon 

experience to make you job ready. 

For additional course information or to 

apply online visit headmasters.com.au 

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