Hairdressing is an exciting and creative career that allows you to express yourself!
Hairdressing skills are highly transferable and always needed, so you can get a job anywhere in the world. Otago Polytechnic's passionate tutors have a rapport with the industry and this connection and involvement with local businesses has resulted in students gaining employment and apprenticeships. The training salon is set up to represent a real-world working salon. This will enable you to gain hands-on experience with clients and to gain skills and knowledge in a supportive and realistic environment. We have regular visits from industry professionals ensuring you are up-to-date with current information about hairdressing technologies, trends and products. These visits also give an insight into the qualities and skills that potential employers are seeking.