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OSCA 2024 · 392132 · Skill level 3

Hairdresser: OSCA 392132

ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0 · visa lists checked 21 October 2026

Hairdresser is OSCA 2024 code 392132. It corresponds to ANZSCO 391111 Hairdresser (in part), which is on the CSOL and STSOL. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.

ANZSCO equivalent

ANZSCO code for OSCA 392132

Skilled visa lists still use ANZSCO codes, so this is the code that decides your visa options.

  • ANZSCO 391111 · in part

    Hairdresser

    On the Core Skills Occupation List, Short-term Skilled Occupation List.

    Visas for ANZSCO 391111

The job

What a hairdresser does

Cuts, styles, colours, straightens and permanently waves hair, and treats hair and scalp conditions.

Skill level 3: Certificate IV, or Certificate III with at least 2 years of on-the-job training, or 3 years of relevant experience

Main tasks

Main tasks

  • Consults with clients to determine their desired hair style, and hair and scalp conditions
  • Analyses clients' hair and features to design and recommend styles
  • Cuts hair using scissors, clippers, razors and other hair cutting tools
  • Styles, straightens and permanently waves hair using brushes, combs, straightening irons and other styling tools
  • Applies hair colour, highlights and lowlights using various techniques
  • Performs hair treatments such as deep conditioning, moisturising and scalp massages

Unit group 3921

Other occupations in Barbers and Hairdressers

Questions

OSCA 392132: common questions

What is the OSCA code for hairdresser?
The OSCA 2024 code is 392132 (Hairdresser), skill level 3. OSCA is the Australian Bureau of Statistics occupation classification released on 6 December 2024.
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 392132?
ANZSCO 391111 Hairdresser (in part). "In part" means only some of that ANZSCO occupation moved to this OSCA code.
Is Hairdresser on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
The lists use ANZSCO codes. ANZSCO 391111 Hairdresser is on the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) and Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL), according to the Home Affairs list checked on 21 October 2026.
Does Home Affairs use OSCA codes for visas?
Not yet. As of 21 October 2026, skilled occupation lists, skills assessments and visa applications still use ANZSCO codes.

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Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, OSCA 2024 v1.0 (CC BY 4.0); Department of Home Affairs, checked 21 October 2026. General information only, not immigration advice.

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