Transcript Source Information on the Hairdressing Industry

WRHCS207A
Develop Industry Knowledge
learning outcomes:
•source information on the hairdressing industry
• source and apply information on legal and ethical issues for
the hairdressing industry
• update hairdressing industry knowledge.
Develop Industry Knowledge
Source Information on the Hairdressing Industry
Being able to access sources of information is essential to further develop
your knowledge and skills and maintain an awareness of issues, changes and
events within the hairdressing industry.
Information sources may include:
• media
• reference books
• libraries
• industry journals/magazines
• internet sites
• industry associations
• unions
• colleagues, supervisors and managers/ personal observation and
experience
• industry contacts, mentors and advisers.
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Work ethics and industry expectations
Defined as the moral principles or rules of conduct, professional work
ethics are a part of what is expected from you in the hairdressing industry.
In the context of the hairdressing industry, ethical behaviour is
professionalism at the highest possible standard. Ethical principles and
industry expectations include:
•honesty
•Trust
• responsibility
• confidentiality
• respect
• fairness
• initiative
• empathy/caring.
Information and experience in these areas are valuable as there will be
many
times that your work ethics will come in handy to deal with situations and
assist in effective work performance.
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Career Opportunities
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Industry working conditions
As with most industries, the hairdressing industry will have a federal or state
award that outlines working conditions such as:
• minimum rates of pay and allowances
• overtime, shift penalty and other penalty rates
• hours of work
• leave provisions, eg sick/personal leave, recreation leave
• superannuation etc.
Awards can be found on the internet and are available from industry
associations. - HBIA
The award will help you to understand your rights, roles and responsibilities.
http://www.docep.wa.gov.au/labourrela
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Industry Professional Product Companies
L’Oreal
Schwarzkopf
Aveda
Wella
Goldwell Kevin Murphy
Keune
Eco Hair Delorenzo
Alfa Parf
Redken
Matrix
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Trade Show “Hair Expo”
hairexpo Australia
Venue:Sydney Convention &
Exhibition CentreSydney, Australia
Start Date:11-JUN-11End Date:13JUN-11Exhibitors:160
Hair Expo Australia 2011 is a leading
hairdressing event and provides
ample opportunities for the
cosmetics and beauty products
industry. It will prove to be a major
buying trade event for top
hairdressers from all parts of the
world. This premier tradeshow will
provide a fantastic experience for
salon experts and specialists by
providing them ample opportunity
to learn about the newest &
upcoming trends & techniques from
both local & international talent.
hairexpo will showcase the topmost
brand names & hair professionals of
the industry.