Course Snapshot

Campus

Bendigo City Campus
	Code	SHB30516
	Length	Apprenticeship: 2.5 to 3 years from commencement. Non apprentices/College based - Full-time: 10 months from commencement.
	Days	Apprentice: Mondays, block release
	Delivery Mode	Combined - Internal and workplace-based
	Start Date	Rolling Enrolments
	End Date	Rolling Enrolments
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Certificate III in Barbering

About

Learn the craft of Barbering

The ultimate training programs at Bendigo TAFE for aspiring students in the industry. Gain comprehensive knowledge and hands on experience in the art of barbering. Master the skills needed to excel in this dynamic field and unlock endless opportunities for a successful career. Join us and embark on a journey towards becoming a skilled and sought-after professional in the world of barbering. Attend an information session and start your journey.

Next intakes:

For College-Based students / non-apprentices - Next intake Feb 2025 2x days per week (Thurs and Friday) Course duration: 10-12 months.

For Apprentices: Rolling Enrolments. Apprenticeship - Blended delivery, course duration 2.5 to 3 Year/s.

The men's grooming industry is thriving and the demand for skilled barbers is expected to continue.

The Certificate III in Barbering (SHB30516) will give you the knowledge and expertise to get started in this creative and dynamic field.

Our course delivery features a combination of on-campus and remote (online) learning. This flexibility allows our students to continue to study in a safe, guided and supported manner.

This qualification reflects the role of barbers who use a range of well-developed sales, consultation and technical skills and knowledge to provide a broad range of barbering services to clients. They use discretion and judgement to provide client services and take responsibility for the outcomes of their own work. This qualification provides a pathway to work as a barber in any industry environment, usually a barber shop or salon.

How will I be assessed?

Practical Assessment
Knowledge Test

Course Modules

Module Code	Module Title	Nominal Hours	Scope
BSBSUS201	Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices (BSBSUS201)	20	Core
SHBHBAS001	Provide shampoo and basin services (SHBHBAS001)	40	Core
SHBHCUT001	Design haircut structures (SHBHCUT001)	20	Core
SHBHCUT002	Create one length or solid haircut structures (SHBHCUT002)	30	Core
SHBHCUT003	Create graduated haircut structures (SHBHCUT003)	35	Core
SHBHCUT004	Create layered haircut structures (SHBHCUT004)	35	Core
SHBHCUT005	Cut hair using over-comb techniques (SHBHCUT005)	30	Core
SHBHCUT007	Create combined traditional and classic men's haircut structures (SHBHCUT007)	45	Core
SHBHCUT009	Cut hair using freehand clipper techniques (SHBHCUT009)	25	Core
SHBHCUT011	Design and maintain beards and moustaches (SHBHCUT011)	20	Core
SHBHCUT012	Shave heads and faces (SHBHCUT012)	25	Core
SHBHCUT013	Provide men's general grooming services (SHBHCUT013)	25	Core
SHBHDES001	Dry hair to shape (SHBHDES001)	40	Core
SHBHIND001	Maintain and organise tools, equipment and work areas (SHBHIND001)	20	Core
SHBHIND003	Develop and expand a client base (SHBHIND003)	35	Core
SHBHTRI001	Identify and treat hair and scalp conditions (SHBHTRI001)	25	Core
SHBXCCS001	Conduct salon financial transactions (SHBXCCS001)	25	Core
SHBXCCS002	Provide salon services to clients (SHBXCCS002)	40	Core
SHBXIND001	Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment (SHBXIND001)	45	Core
SHBXIND002	Communicate as part of a salon team (SHBXIND002)	30	Core
SHBXWHS001	Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices (SHBXWHS001)	40	Core
SHBHBAS002	Provide head, neck and shoulder massages for relaxation (SHBHBAS002)	20	Elective
SHBHCLS001	Apply hair colour products (SHBHCLS001)	30	Elective
SHBHCUT010	Create haircuts using tracks and carving (SHBHCUT010)	30	Elective
SHBHIND002	Research and use hairdressing industry information (SHBHIND002)	15	Elective
SHBXCCS004	Recommend products and services (SHBXCCS004)	20	Elective
SIRRINV001	Receive and handle retail stock (SIRRINV001)	35	Elective
SIRRMER001	Produce visual merchandise displays (SIRRMER001)	35	Elective
SIRXMKT002	Use social media to engage customers (SIRXMKT002)	35	Elective
SIRXSLS001	Sell to the retail customer (SIRXSLS001)	20	Elective

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Course Dates

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Campus Location	Start Date(s)	End Date(s)	Days and Time
Bendigo City Campus	Rolling Enrolments	Rolling Enrolments	Apprentice: Mondays, block release
Bendigo City Campus	Rolling Enrolments	Rolling Enrolments	Apprentice: Thurs or Friday - Block Release
Bendigo City Campus	Rolling Enrolments	Rolling Enrolments	Apprentice: Thurs or Friday - Block Release

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Career Opportunities

Qualification Details

Employment Opportunities

Barber

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Fees

Training is delivered with Victorian & Commonwealth Government funding.

Some or all of this training is provided with State or Federal Government funding. Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!

You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!

To you check your eligibility click here.

The fees listed below relate to 2025 courses and are indicative pricing only as total costs vary depending on the units you elect to study.

Payment plans are available. Click here to find out more.
Course availability is subject to enrolment numbers.

Your total course fee will typically include your tuition fee (table 1), any applicable consumables and/or material fees (table 2).

Tuition Fees

Enrolment type	Government Subsidised Indicative total tuition fee#	Concession Indicative total tuition fee#	Full Fee Indicative total tuition fee#
Standard	$4040.4	$808.08	$11115
Apprenticeship	$3112.2	$622.44	$11115

Other Fees

Enrolment Type	Average course material fees	Average course consumable fees
Standard	$1524	$142
Apprenticeship	$1524	$142

#The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.

* Materials/Consumables fees may vary for each individual based on the units they are studying.

Average tuition fees are based on the typical number of student contact hours undertaken by a student to complete this course. Average fees displayed are purely indicative and may not be your actual fee. Fees vary based on the number/hours of electives chosen by the student.

Click here to view maximum tuition fees. We strongly urge you to contact us for a more exact calculation of your fees. Additional fees may apply.

Your total course fee will typically include your tuition fee and non-tuition fees (table 1) and any applicable consumables and/or material fees (table 2).

Student Contact Hours

Total hours^	Indicative hours*	Government Subsidised $/SCH	Indigenous Concession $/SCH	Full Fee Indicative total tuition fee $/SCH
780	780	$5.18	$1.04	$14.25
780	780	$3.99	$0.8	$14.25

^This is based on the maximum number of student contact hours for the total duration of the course. Hours may vary depending on electives chosen by the student.

*This is based on the maximum number of student contact hours for the calendar year of 2025. Hours may vary depending on electives chosen by the student. If you have to undertake training as part of Skills Recognition, your tuition fees are charged according to the applicable rate per Student Contact Hour depending on your eligibility for government subsidised, concession or full fees.

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Entry Requirements

Can I Apply?

There are no pre-requisites for this course.

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How Will I Be Selected?

Satisfactory LLN skills.
Pre-training evaluation

How Do I Apply?

Direct entry through our website application

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