TAFE Queensland
Certificate III in Barbering
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Kick start your career in barbering with this entry-level qualification. You will develop the essential skills and knowledge to work as a barber.
According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, skills in hairdressing and barbering are in demand with employers finding it hard to fill vacancies. The industry grew very strongly over the past five years and is expected to continue to expand with more than 31,000 job openings expected over the next five years.
You will develop a variety of skills including head and face shaving, carving, and clipper over comb techniques. You will also learn about a variety of modern salon operations including stock management, building and retaining a clientele, and processing financial transactions. Your training will take place in the classroom and in a simulated professional salon environment supported by industry-experienced teachers.
Successful completion of this course will give you the skills and knowledge you need to confidently seek employment opportunities in barbering.
Delivery mode
TAFE Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Gatton, Newton, Eureka and Wilkinson Streets, Cairns
- 47-95 Urraween Road, Hervey Bay
- 34 Lady Musgrave Drive, Mooloolaba
- Corner Mary and Byrne Streets, Bundamba
- 100 Bridge Street, Toowoomba
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
- QLD Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the QLD Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- SA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the SA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Barbering will prepare you for the following roles.
Barber
Barbers style and cut men’s hair and traditionally worked from a barber shop displaying the famous red, white, and blue swirled poles outside. As a...
Salon Assistant
A Salon Assistant provides services to clients in a hair salon. You might greet customers as they arrive and discuss available treatments with them...
About TAFE Queensland
TAFE Queensland is Queensland's largest, most experienced training provider. TAFE Queensland deliver practical, industry-relevant training across a range of industries from entry-level certificates to bachelor degrees, at more than 50 locations in Queensland.
