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National code: SHB30416 | CRICOS Code: 093246G
Certificate III in Hairdressing
OverviewAbout this course
The Certificate III in Hairdressing will give you the essential skills and knowledge you need to become a hairdresser or hair stylist. You will learn how to cut, colour, chemically treat hair to create styles your clients will love.
At TAFE NSW you will train with industry professionals and practice your skills in workshops and a simulated salon environment. You will also learn about client communication and service delivery. This includes how to discuss the needs of your client and style their hair according to their requirements.
Graduate with practical experience, the ability to communicate with a range of different people and the most up to date industry knowledge. You will graduate with a highly respected TAFE NSW hairdressing qualification.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learn new skills
Through a mix of theory and practical coursework, learn to:
- Use your creative skills on women's and men's hair
- Use cutting methods and techniques
- Apply colour techniques
- Straighten, relax and chemically curl hair
- Create special occasion and classic up-styles
- Design haircut structures
Gain practical experience
Build your experience and get practical skills in:
- Shampoo and basin services
- Providing full and partial head highlighting treatments
- Designing and creating haircut structures
- Maintaining and organising tools, equipment and work areas
- Building and maintaining a client base
- Doing financial transactions for the salon
Develop your professional confidence
Develop the qualities you need to get ahead in this industry:
- Strong communication skills
- The ability to confidently interact with diverse groups
- Creativity
- Customer service
- Professional integrity
- The ability to collaborate and work in a team
Career pathways
This qualification could help you prepare for roles like:
- Hairdresser
- Hair Stylist
- Hair Colourist
- Freelance Session Stylist
- Creative/Artistic Director
- Technical or Sales Advisor
SuitabilityInternational entry requirements
At TAFE NSW each course has entry requirements. These help us to make sure that your course choice is right for you and help determine your suitability for a course. We want you to be confident in your decision and successful in your studies.
Academic Requirements:
- Year 10 or equivalent
English Language Requirements:
- Academic IELTS 6.0 (with no individual band less than 5.5) or equivalent
TAFE NSW makes every effort to ensure your Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) needs are met. The level of support you need may be assessed via a review of your LLN skills with written tasks and a one-on-one interview. If you need to strengthen your LLN skills, an individual training plan will be created with you.
To be prepared for this course, it is recommended that you have:
- Good communication skills
- The ability to work with others and with a range of different clients
If you need help preparing for study, contact us about your options.
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Fees and locationsStarting dates, course fees and locations
As an international student, you can choose from a range of different courses, offered at various locations. Experience vibrant spaces, libraries, cafes and gyms, as well as places to make friends and socialise with other students.
| Locations | Starting dates | Course fees |
|---|---|---|
| Bankstown | Feb, Jul | $14,560 AUD |
| Meadowbank | Feb, Jul | $14,560 AUD |
| Ultimo | Feb, Jul | $14,560 AUD |
| Locations | Starting dates | Course fees |
|---|---|---|
| Bankstown | Jul | $15,150 AUD |
| Meadowbank | Feb, Jul | $15,150 AUD |
| Ultimo | Feb, Jul | $15,150 AUD |
Additional costs
Additional costs for uniforms, equipment, textbooks and materials (if applicable) range from $300 - $1,000 AUD per course.
Structure and unitsWhat you will study
At the start of your course, you will receive your timetable. You will need to study all core units and a range of additional units.
Total of 28 units must be completed: 21 core units & 7 electives consisting of: All 3 units from Group A or all 3 units from Group B 4 units from Group C The selection of electives chosen for this stream is based on extensive industry consultation, job outcomes sought, local industry requirements and the complexity of skills appropriate to the level of this qualification.
Core units are the required units that you must complete.
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practicesBSBSUS201
Provide shampoo and basin servicesSHBHBAS001
Colour and lighten hairSHBHCLS002
Provide full and partial head highlighting treatmentsSHBHCLS003
Neutralise unwanted colours and tonesSHBHCLS004
Provide on scalp full head and retouch bleach treatmentsSHBHCLS005
Design haircut structuresSHBHCUT001
Create one length or solid haircut structuresSHBHCUT002
Create graduated haircut structuresSHBHCUT003
Create layered haircut structuresSHBHCUT004
PathwaysContinue your studies
At TAFE NSW, you can develop your skills or build your expertise by studying a single course. You can also continue your studies with one of the following pathway options:
Vocational study pathway
Enrol in a range of TAFE NSW courses designed to help you kick-start your career and education goals. You can apply for a Student Visa that will cover the duration of your study.
TAFE NSW degree pathway
From certificates to diplomas, to a TAFE NSW degree, continue your studies with us to help build your success. You can apply for a Student Visa that will cover the duration of your study.
TAFE NSW - university partnership pathways
TAFE NSW has partnerships with a number of Australian universities. These universities offer guaranteed entry and credit transfer to eligible students. How much credit you are eligible for varies depending on the course and university you choose. You can apply for a Student Visa that will cover the duration of your study.
Other university pathways
You may gain entry to another university using your TAFE NSW qualifications. Acceptance and the amount of credit transfer may vary depending on the university and course studies. Check your credit eligibility.
Keep learning with TAFE NSW
Grow your expertise with a TAFE NSW beauty study pathway:
You are able to package two or more TAFE NSW courses together. This means you can plan your studies to achieve your career goals. When you apply for a TAFE NSW vocational pathway, you can apply for a Student Visa that will cover the duration of your study.
ServicesCampus facilities and support services
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the resources, counselling and facilities to support you while you are studying.
We offer a range of support services including:
- TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
- TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
- TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
- Studiosity - online access to a tutor
- LinkedIn Learning – an online resource that offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills
We're here to help
If you have more questions about your course choice or study plans contact us today.
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